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  • Official Torro 1/16 Scale German Panther G Unpainted Medium Tank RTR Thread

    Unpainted 1/16 Scale German Panther G Medium Tank from Torro - RTR - TOR1113879001

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    The Panther is a German medium tank deployed during World War II on the Eastern and Western Fronts in Europe from mid-1943 to the war's end in 1945. It was designated as the Panzerkampfwagen V Panther until 27 February 1944, when Hitler ordered that the Roman numeral "V" be deleted. Contemporary English language reports sometimes refer to it as the "Mark V".

    Faithfully recreated in 1/16 scale, Torro continues to grow its reputation as a producer of high quality, high functioning RC tanks. This Pro Edition of the German Panther G features more than 70% metal part construction, a 360 degree rotating turret, a realistic torsion bar suspension, and a barrel recoil and muzzle flash effect that fires in sync with the IR (infrared) battle system.

    This version is delivered as RTR (Ready to Run), meaning it is fully functional out of the box, but it is UNPAINTED, giving modelers more freedom to detail, paint, and weather their model to their final preference. For the pre-painted version, visit here.


    All Metal Track System

    All of Torro's "Pro-Edition" tanks feature full metal drive systems. Single track links are connected with steel pins, propelled by metal drive sprockets and riding over metal road wheels and idler. Confidently conquer terrain with these durable metal tracks!
    High Torque Motors

    Reliable metal geared gearboxes are driven by high torque motors.
    Unpainted Version

    Decorate, detail, and weather your model to your specific version and taste. Utilize your painting skills for a truly one-of-a-kind model!
    IR Battle Ready

    Engage in friendly infrared ("IR") combat with other tanks using Torro's proprietary IR Battle System, both inflicting hits upon and receiving hits from opponents! Sounds and action signal each hit, until the 5th hit disables the tank. After 10 seconds, the disabled tank restarts and can rejoin the fight!
    Onboard Charging

    Torro's convenient onboard charging system eliminates the hassle of removing batteries after every driving session. Safely charge the onboard NiMH battery by plugging the included charger's plug into the tank's concealed charge port.
    Superb Scale Fidelity

    Molded details, metal cast parts, brass photo-etched parts, and functional elements such as opening hatches all elevate this RC model to the next level, making it a perfect display piece when it's not powering through the battlefield outside.
    360 Degree Turret

    Fully rotate the metal turret 360 degrees, and move the all-metal barrel up and down to train on your target. Torro's integrated drive electronics gives you complete proportional control to translate your precise inputs to all axe of movement. Drive, turn, traverse, train, and fire!
    Barrel Recoil and Muzzle Flash Effect

    The Pro-Edition of Torro tanks are distinguished by their synchronized barrel recoil and muzzle flash effect. When firing the main cannon, the barrel recoils at the same time that an LED inside the barrel flashes and a firing sound plays through the tank's internal speaker. Normally a costly aftermarket feature, this entire system is pre-installed.
    Exhaust Effect

    Glycerin-based "exhaust effect" simulates engine exhaust emanating from the two rear mounted chimneys.
    Torsion Bar Suspension

    Unlike simpler models with basic spring suspension arms, this Torro tank features a torsion bar suspension system that functions like the real tank! Torsion bars impart positive downforce on the tracks at all degrees of rotation, resulting in significantly improved traction over uneven terrain.
    Features:
    • 70%+ metal parts including turret, main barrel, tracks and drive system
    • 360 degree turret rotation
    • Barrel Recoil with Muzzle Flash effect
    • Realistic Torsion Bar suspension system
    • Metal lower hull, drive wheels, idler wheels, and road wheels
    • Single pad metal tracks connected with steel pins
    • Onboard charging system via charge socket
    • Proportional acceleration, steering, turret traverse, and gun movement
    • Realistic sound system and smoke effect generator
    • Fires an invisible IR signal to be used as part of Torro's proprietary Infrared Battle System, which disables other tanks when hit five times during simulated combat. Up to 20 tanks at the same time can battle each other!
    Includes:
    • Torro German Panther G Unpainted 1/16 Scale Medium Tank - RTR
    • 7.2V NiMH battery with Tamiya connector
    • 7.2V NiMH battery charger
    • 6-Channel 2.4GHz radio transmitter
    • Infrared (IR) battle system receiver
    • Painted cosmetic accessory parts
    • Adhesive decal sheet
    • Set of small parts and accessories
    • Smoke effect oil (vegetable glycerin)
    • Complete instruction manual in English and German
    Requires:Optional:Product Specifications:

    AGE LEVEL: 14 and up
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    BUILD TIME: 1 Hour

    Scale 1:16
    Length 56.5cm / 22.2in
    Width 21cm / 8.2in
    Height 18.5cm / 7.2in
    Weight 5900g / 208oz
    Body Material Metal/Plastic
    Chassis Material Metal
    Track Material Metal
    Motors Two 380 motors (28x37mm)
    Bearings Metal Bushings
    Gearbox Gear Material Steel
    Adjustable Gear Ratio Fixed
    Differential Type Gear
    Suspension Type Bogie
    Sprocket Metal
    Road Wheels Metal
    Idler Wheel Metal
    Adjustable Idler No
    Turret Rotation 360 Degrees
    Lights Yes
    Sound Yes
    Exhaust Effect Yes
    IR Battle Ready Yes
    Airsoft BB Launch No
    Track Recoil Yes
    Cannon Barrel Recoil Yes
    Required Battery 2S 7.4V 1800mAh (included)
    Required Radio 6 Channel (included)
    Skill Level Beginner
    Build Time 1 Hour
    Recommended Environment Indoor / Outdoor
    My YouTube RC videos:
    https://www.youtube.com/@toddbreda

  • #2
    Great tank!!

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    • #3
      I have this IR receiver ring for the Panther tank. I would like to see if this receiver really fits the Toro panther G's cupola. Does any member have this tank? Can you kindly post a picture of the inside top view of your tank's cupola? I have the Panther BB version and I think the cupola is molded differently for feeding the BB. I hope the IR version is different. Thank you!

      The outer rim is 44.7mm.
      The inner rim is 16mm.

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      • #4
        My ordered Torro Panther arrived. It came with smoke feature at the muzzle brake, the LED flash, and the barrel recoil.

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        • #5
          Very cool! What camo?

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          • #6
            Deciding...

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            • #7
              ....from my visit to MVTF.

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              Twenty six tanks, and not done yet!

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              • #8
                Thanks Bob! The tank in your picture looks similar to my model in the middle. I will skip the zimmerit work though :-)

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                • #9
                  Hard call.

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                  • #10
                    Actually the MVTF Panther colors were bright like the tank at the right. Jacques Littlefield, who owned the Military Vehicle Technology Foundation before he died, rode around in the Panther on the grounds. It was his favorite tank.

                    Here is a two minute video excerpt from the TV show “Strange Inheritance” featuring the restored WW2 German Panther tank owned by the late Jacques Littlefield.  This vehicle is part of …


                    If anyone here likes tanks (!!!), this is a great video of MVTF. You will drool and your heart will break!


                    Twenty six tanks, and not done yet!

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                    • #11
                      Thanks Bob,
                      that was indeed impressive!
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                      and for the drooling part:
                      I always believed that Barbie would drive a tank some day? - Mission acomplished.

                      CCC

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                      • #12
                        Thanks SoCal. What an amazing collection! Sad that cancer wouldn't leave him alone. I am 11 years out and still get scared. It was good to see 909 and the 24 again. I helped restore and fly both. I remember 909 and putting the top turret in. I also remember 909, Martha and east ramp. When we got the 24 in the wings were actually "stored" leaning against the wooden fence. I hope these beautiful machines live on and on.

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                          Primed!

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                          • #14
                            After the LA battle, I came home with another additional Torro one to my panther platoon. I painted both dark yellow. I will decide on the camo this week. I might leave one in just dark yellow.

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                            • #15
                              So far, these are my panthers. Any suggestion on the camo of my next tank is welcome!

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                              • #16
                                Winter. Field applied white wash over a regular scheme. Think about it.

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                                Twenty six tanks, and not done yet!

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                                • #17
                                  Originally posted by SoCalBobS View Post
                                  Winter. Field applied white wash over a regular scheme. Think about it.

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                                  Thank you Bob! I will think about it. Maybe something like this :-)


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                                  • #18
                                    Got one done with just plain dark yellow.

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                                        Finished the other one to join the IR battle.

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