This Tamiya US Airborne Tank M551 Sheridan "Full Option" 1/16 RC Tank Kit is a massive replica that recreates the shape of the rather unique M551 Sheridan in 1/16 scale. The M551 was designed as airdrop capable armor with wading capabilities, a key concept as the U.S. took on the role of global policeman post-WWII. With an aluminum hull and rolled steel turret, it weighed just 15 tons, but had impressive firepower in the shape of the M81 152mm gun/launcher, which could fire standard rounds and MGM-51 Shillelagh missiles. The M551 was in service with active units from 1968 to 1996 and saw action in the jungles of Vietnam.
Features:
- Die cast components for suspension arms, sprocket wheels, idler arms and more offer excellent durability.
- Utilizes an aluminum gun barrel for superb accuracy.
- Offers a full range of movement: forward and reverse, a variety of turns, turret rotation and gun elevation. Suspension features a coil spring for each of the 10 suspension arms, giving the model excellent mobility.
- Firing of the main gun is accompanied by an LED flash, realistic recoil, and vehicle kickback. Machine gun also produces LED flashes when fired.
- Authentic engine and firing sounds were recorded from a full-size vehicle and are coordinated with model actions. A large speaker in the model ensures rich sounds.
- Turret upper section is secured by magnets, allowing hassle-free access to the electronics within.
- A plethora of lights are recreated, including the turret front searchlight. They can be operated via transmitter.
- Assembled link type tracks have elastomer recreations of the rubber pads for an authentic look.
Specifications:
Type: 1/16 scale R/C model assembly kit
Length: 408mm
Width: 177mm
Height: 186mm
Needed to Complete:
- 4-channel transmitter w/ self-neutral function
- 7.2-volt Ni-Cd or Ni-MH battery pack
- Compatible charger
- Transmitter batteries
- Tamiya model paint.
- Tamiya ATTACK 2.4GHZ RADIO SYSTEM (Recommended for complete compatibility with included Multi-Function Unit control system.)
This product was added to our catalog on January 12, 2021
