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It's Not a Model Train, But.... - MountainMan - 12-19-2008
I know this isn't a model train - obviously - but it is hobby related, and what a hobby!
Quote:Mind-blowing remote-controlled tank is 550 pounds of awesome
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Here's a remote-controlled, quarter-sized scale model of a German King Tiger panzer that could crush most other RC models under its treads. That's not just because of its size — the World War II era panzer weighs a monstrous 550 pounds. Also, it's six feet long, and powered by two 500 watt electric motors — enabling the tank to tow a full-sized car on an even surface.
The turret works, too — though it doesn't fire (or at least we think it doesn't). But the two-foot-long barrel is motorized to simulate recoil, and it even has speakers that blare the satisfying, heavy noises treads make while crunching along.
So, yeah, the price. With all of those big numbers up there, you should already be expecting this one right here: $10,000. The King Tiger is one of many model tanks of all makes and sizes built by the folks at Mark-1 Tanks, based in Great Britain.
Re: It's Not a Model Train, But.... - Sumpter250 - 12-19-2008
Quote:The turret works, too — though it doesn't fire (or at least we think it doesn't). But the two-foot-long barrel is motorized to simulate recoil, and it even has speakers that blare the satisfying, heavy noises treads make while crunching along.The round for a 1/4 scale tiger would be close to 24 mm. a 20mm round could easily substitute for a "close enough for government work". That!, would make some noise!
Re: It's Not a Model Train, But.... - ezdays - 12-19-2008
Could I order one with a functional cannon? Got a few pesky neighbors that I might want to challenge.
Re: It's Not a Model Train, But.... - Sumpter250 - 12-19-2008
Quote:Got a few pesky neighbors that I might want to challenge.
AAhhh,yes, a "kitchenaid" tool for preparing vulture food.
I think a 1/4 scale stealth fighter would be harder to trace, I mean, all that clanking, and crunching, too easy to follow.
Re: It's Not a Model Train, But.... - Ralph - 12-19-2008
Wait! I've changed my mind about what I want for Christmas!!!!
Ralph
Re: It's Not a Model Train, But.... - MountainMan - 12-19-2008
Is your neighbor's dog fouling your front lawn? Panzer! Vorwahrt!
I'm wondering what else that outfit builds. :?
Re: It's Not a Model Train, But.... - Jim From MT - 12-21-2008
I wonder if the ATF folks would let me import one of those?
Re: It's Not a Model Train, But.... - Sumpter250 - 12-21-2008
At 2265' in length (1:555 scale) the crew could use a train to get from one end to the other.