Full details of upcoming Tamiya 56044 1/16 RC British Battle Tank Centurion Mk.III Full-Option Complete Kit


About Centurion Mk.III
At the end of World War II, the Centurion was developed by the British Army as a vehicle that can compete with powerful German tanks such as Tiger and Panther. The main gun is equipped with a 17-pound gun, which boasted the best anti-tank capability in Britain at that time, and equipped with equipment that sets it apart from conventional British tanks, such as slanted armor and Horstmann suspension. Although it was not possible to put it into action during World War II, it was the first to enter the Korean War that broke out in June 1950. The improved Centurion Mk.III that was dispatched to this battle replaced the main gun with a 20-pound gun and greatly enhanced the attack power. He saved the Allied forces from the predicament many times and was called one of the strongest tanks in each country that participated in the Korean War. Since then, many advanced types have been developed, and Centurion has been deployed by various countries such as India and Israel, as well as European countries. It has been at the forefront for many years in conflict zones, further solidifying its position as a masterpiece tank.

Fusion of big-scale power and realistic action
This is an assembly kit for an electric radio control tank that reproduces the British Army main battle tank Centurion Mk.III on a 1/16 scale. -Not only the powerful appearance with a long barrel 20-pound gun, but also the details such as the cast skin and the texture of the welded pattern are realistically modeled. ● Single pin type resin tracks are already assembled. -The barrel of the 20-pound gun is made of high-precision aluminum cutting. The tip is a clear part. -For the canvas cover of the shield, we also prepared parts for the display that were particular about the details. -In addition to forward / backward movement and left / right rotation, you can freely control turret rotation and vertical movement of the barrel. -The suspension is a Holstman type similar to the actual vehicle. -If you install the separately sold battle system, you can enjoy playing against other 1/16 RC tanks.

Adopts a 4ch transmitter equipped with function buttons
The RC mechanism uses a 2.4GHz radio set that can be easily enjoyed by multiple units without worrying about interference. The stick-type 4ch transmitter is equipped with 10 function buttons that correspond to the various functions of the tank with one push, as well as the trim lever for each channel. In addition, various settings such as button functions on the LCD screen, channel swap that can change the channel position, and servo endpoint adjustment are possible, and various information can be displayed. It is also characterized by being able to store up to 5 models of uniquely set data.

Basic specifications
● Body length 476 mm, width 214 mm, height 189 mm, total weight 3.8 kg ● The heavy sound of the V-type 12-cylinder gasoline engine that delivers 650 horsepower creates a tremendous sound. -A large bass reflex type speaker unit that uses a metal baffle plate is mounted on the front of the vehicle body, and you can enjoy the true sound linked to each action even when firing the main gun or coaxial machine gun, turning the turret, or raising and lowering the barrel. ● A full set with a multifunction unit, 2.4GHz band specification 4ch radio, running battery, and charger.

Items to be purchased separately
● Transmitter power supply (4 AA batteries)