TRACK & WHEEL SET

1/35 GERMAN PANTHER TYPE G SEPARATE TRACK LINKS

Just like the track of an actual tank, this set accurately depicts the construction of a track one piece at a time. ★This set can be used in place of the kit included belt-type tracks found with German Panther tank kits. ★Once completed and installed onto your model, the weight of these tracks will also produce a 'sag' effect like that seen on actual Panther tanks, providing your model with greater realism. ★Set includes 192 links - enough for one model.

LINK TYPE TRACK & SPROCKET SET

★This set includes parts to assemble a track link-by-link, giving you ultimate control over length. ★Links are molded in black low-friction POM plastic, and feature grippy pads for stable drive. ★Also included are yellow plastic sprocket wheels (x2), road wheels (large x6, small x10) and idler wheels. ★Comes with five 3x100mm shafts and one 3x100mm hex shaft. ★Maximum length: 140 links (896mm)

1/35 GERMAN 18 TON HEAVY HALF-TRACK "FAMO"

Triple "Famos" towing When a tank became inoperative, the Recovery Platoons were informed of the condition of both the tank and the surrounding road surface. Tanks such as Pz.Kpfw.III and Pz.Kpfw.IV could be towed by a single 18 ton heavy half-track, but heavy tanks such as the Tiger I or Panther required three or more towing vehicles. In that case, about 5 meters of wire rope was used to link each of the half-tracks together. Except for emergency situations, a draw-bar was used for the tank/half-track linkage instead of wire rope. After the linkage was complete, a commander and signalman boarded the lead half-track, directing the other half-tracks by a series of hand signals. (The 1/35 scale scene shown measures about 120cm in length.) About the "Famo" In the wake of Blitzkrieg advances made by the Wehrmacht at the outbreak of WWII, the recovery of damaged or broken tanks from the battlefield proved relatively simple. After securing an area, reinforcing divisions could easily send inoperative vehicles back to the homeland for repair via railway. However, in the seesaw battles with the British Army in North Africa and against the Russian Army on the Russian front, the quick replenishment of tank strength became an indispensable element of Wehrmacht battle strategy. The utilization of the 18 ton Heavy Half-Track "Famo" proved fundamental to this strategy. The proposal for the development of the Wehrmacht half-tracks was first made in 1932. Originally, three half-tracks, designated by their towing capability (5 ton, 8 ton and 12 ton) were designed, until 1936, when a light 3 ton vehicle and a heavy 18 ton vehicle, the largest one in the Wehrmacht, were also added. The 18 ton half track was mainly developed for the towing of 21cm and 24cm artillery howitzer and of course for tank recovery. It could also be used for the transport of over 30 troops. About the Model ★1/35 plastic assembly kit of the largest half-track in the German Army. ★Overall Length: 243mm, Overall Width: 75mm. ★Highly detailed model captures the size and tank-towing power of the FAMO. ★Realistic treads and suspension. ★Synthetic rubber front tires and steerable front wheels for maximum realism. ★Rear gate and storage doors can be assembled in the open or closed position. ★Tank towing drawbar included. ★Can be assembled with or without engine side panels, revealing fully detailed engine. ★Engine can be assembled outside of FAMO. ★Eight figures (four variations) included.

1/35 GERMAN KING TIGER SEPARATE TRACK LINKS

Pump up the detail on your 1/35 scale King Tiger model even further using these highly realistic tracks which are assembled piece-by-piece in the same way as the actual vehicle. This allows for even greater realism, with fuss-free recreation of track sag and the like.

4-TRACK CRAWLER

This assembly kit creates the 4-Track Crawler, a model with 3-sided crawlers in place of the four wheels, that easily gets over uneven surfaces. ★Four crawlers swing forward independently, and the front axle rotates around the propeller shaft for powerful performance. ★Crawlers are composed of assembly type tracks, drive sprockets, and two road wheels. ★Includes everything needed for easy snap-fit/screw-together assembly. ★Comes with a type 130 motor. ★Requires two R6/AA/UM3 batteries (not included). ★Length: 200mm, width: 103mm, height: 100mm (measurements are approximate).

32mm DIA. SPROCKET & TRACK SET

★This set contains two types of 32mm drive sprockets, 32mm wheels, and track parts. ★Use it to make your own tracked vehicle projects!

1/35 GERMAN 18 TON HEAVY HALF-TRACK "FAMO" and TANK TRANSPORTER Sd.Ah.116

How Tanks Were Loaded The trailer of the Tank Transporter Sd.Ah.116 was suspended between two bogies, the rear of which was equipped with a separate steering mechanism. This model offers a great insight into the construction and operation of German's giant beast-of-burden. About the German 18 Ton Heavy Half-Track Famo and Tank Transporter Sd.Ah.116 As World War II progressed, the vehicles used on the battlefields became larger and larger. When these mammoth machines broke down or became damaged, the task of bringing them back from the front lines was not an easy one. This need was especially felt by the German Wehrmacht, who were fighting on a wide range of battlegrounds: from the scorching desert of North Africa to the railroad-less plains of Russia. Bringing damaged vehicles back from these difficult conditions was indispensable to replenishing fighting strength. The German 18 Ton Heavy Half-Track "FAMO" and Tank Transporter Sd.Ah.116 was one of the vehicles that contributed to this task. Including all variations, over 2,500 18ton half-tracks were produced by the end of the WWII. One of the major types was the tank recovery half-track, which was a mighty towing vehicle equipped with two rows of seats and a flatbed in back for the storage of equipment such as a draw-bar and spare wire rope. Tool storage compartments were found on each of the outer sides of the flatbed. In addition, the underside of a vehicle was equipped with a winch. Its powerplant was a Maybach HL 108 12-cylinder engine, which put out 270hp. Tank transporting was conducted by either direct towing with a draw bar, or by loading the tank atop a massive trailer. Officially known as "Sd.Ah.116", the Type 116 Trailer connected with the 18ton heavy half track, which allowed for the transportation of 22-23 ton class tanks such as the Pz.Kpfw.III, Pz.Kpfw.IV and other heavy artillery. About the Model ★After the impressive debut of the FAMO kit, Tamiya began to receive many requests for variations. Among the several types of FAMO to appear during WWII, the most frequently requested was the Sd.Ah.116 trailer-towing version. ★Stretching over 640mm, Tamiya's new beast-of-burden is 50mm longer than the Dragon Wagon and is the longest kit in the MM series. ★The massive trailer unit consists of both the front and the rear wheeled pieces on either ends of the long platform piece. ★Real rubber tires for heightened realism. ★This kit features ample metal and metal plated parts for various accessory pieces such as a chain for fixing the tank in tow to the platform. ★This kit brings back the eight figures of four poses included in the original "FAMO" kit, plus four all-new figures of three poses acting out a tank loading scene at the rear of the trailer.

BRAKE SPONGE SET (3 TYPES)

★These brake parts help prevent the car from flying off the track from excessive speed during jumps. ★Set includes three types of brake sponge sheets, each offering a different amount of friction to enable customization of your machine to different track layouts.

1/16 R/C M4 SHERMAN 105mm HOWITZER (MECHANICAL STEERING SYSTEM)

The Sherman tank was a staple of the Allied effort in WWII, with a total of about 50,000 vehicles produced, among which were a host of different variants such as the M4 Sherman 105mm Howitzer, a variant used in fire support. The M4 hull featured rolled steel plates, and it employed a 9-cylinder air-cooled radial engine in the rear which powered the front sprockets via a 5-speed transmission with reverse; the 105mm gun fired howitzer rounds, smoke rounds and incendiary ammunition. The late production vehicle had horizontal vertical spring suspension (HVSS) and 840 units were produced, providing infantry support and taking part in assaults on enemy strongpoints from Europe to the Pacific Theater. Controlled Differential Steering System In WWII, the average tracked vehicle used a clutch brake system, whereby the sprocket on the turning side was braked to create a difference in speed between the tracks and let the vehicle turn. While it did enable pivot turns on the spot by completely stopping one track, it required considerable skill to operate, not to mention the fact that it experienced mechanical power loss and a tendency to overheat the brakes. On the other hand, the M4 Sherman used a controlled differential system that braked a sprocket wheel via a differential gear: as the turning side track slowed, the other track sped up, leading to smooth turns and in one fell swoop both minimizing mechanical loss and negating brake overheating issues. This system was also employed on the M24, the M8, and the M2 high speed tractor, vehicles which all contributed to the eventual success of the Allied WWII campaign. About the Model This is a 1/16 scale R/C model assembly kit. ★Just like the actual tank, the model uses a controlled differential steering system. ★Metal components are used for drive sprockets, suspension arms and idler wheel bases. ★The horizontal vertical spring suspension (HVSS) uses metal coil springs. ★Pre-assembled plastic tracks use metal pins and connectors. Mechanical Steering System A differential gear transfers power from the Type 540 motor. When the tracks rotate at the same speed the model moves in a straight line, turning as the track speeds differ: transmitter commands cause servo movement, which in turn slows the turning side track via one of the brake discs in the differential. A planetary gearbox in the differential unit speeds up the unbraked track. Specifications ★Length: 376mm, width: 183mm, height: 205mm. ★Type 540 motor ★ESC included for export. Separately Required Items ★2-channel R/C system ★R6/AA/UM3 batteries for transmitter ★Battery pack & charger