As many of you know, our San Diego club, 619th Tank Battalion hosts an annual all modern tank themed event every July. We have been trying different ideas to come up with a better way to battle modern tanks against each other than just 9 hits and 9 second reload times.
We have come up with A.I.M. and prepared the introduction to this style of IR battling.
Please bear with the long description, it was written for people that are newer in the hobby and not familiar with all the IR abilities as hobby veterans.
With the advent of new Cold War era and Modern 1/16 rc tanks over the last several years there has been sharp growth in the popularity of these tanks with new and old tank hobbyists. Many that battle rc tanks have noticed the established Tamiya rc tank battling protocols lack modern depth of realism for these tanks.
In order to facilitate more modern realism when IR battling Cold War and Modern tanks together, we have been experimenting and
developing a new concept which has come to be called Armor Invincibility - Modernor A.I.M. for short.
A.I.M. simply put was inspired by the Invulnerable Frontal Armor (I.F.A.) concept as used on some 1/16 WW2 rc assault / tank destroyers. The I.F.A. WW2 tank modifications are made to the IR receiver (typically blocking a front portion of the receiver) to make scoring frontal hits nearly impossible. This simulates heavier armor in
place of a turret on assault / tank destroyers. The I.F.A. concept was established to give these WW2 tanks an even footing against their turreted opponents.
A.I.M. does something similar for the Cold War / Modern tank, but goes further and is intended for battles that are dedicated to Cold War / Modern tanks. It is not intended for WW2 or mixed tank generation battles.
How does A.I.M. work? Let's use the Abrams and Leopard 2 tanks as two examples of modern tanks. With A.I.M. the IR receiver is not blocked like with the I.F.A. tanks, but is oriented so that the tank can not be easily hit from the direct front of the turret past 15-20ft (~5-6m). This orientation is commonly referred to as T.F.A.(Tamiya Frontal Armor). It uses a “twisted” or 45° IR receiver set up, it is not a new concept and is in use by a number of tank clubs. The effect for A.I.M. represents the advanced frontal armor of Modern tanks. It still allows for these tanks to receive hits from offset angles representing the more vulnerable side armor.
Along with the new IR receiver orientation, tanks will be set to the Tamiya “Light Tank” or equivalent battle setting of 3 seconds between shots and 3 hits to destroy. Testing shows this better represents the speed at which Cold War / Modern tanks like the Abrams and Leopard 2 can reload, visually acquire targets, range and fire accurately at an
adversary. The 3 hits to destroy also represents the far more lethal capability of modern anti-tank ammunition like depleted Uranium / Tungsten long rod penetrators or H.E.A.T. rounds.
How does A.I.M. work with Cold War era tanks like the Centurion, T72, T55 or Chieftain that do not have advanced “composite” type armor?
The change for this generation of tank to address this question is with the IR receiver orientation. With Cold War tanks the IR receiver remains in the traditional Tamiya orientation which allows hits to the front of the turret. This is to represent the traditional steel frontal armor of these tanks and its limited ability to defeat modern anti-tank ammunition. Cold War tanks will still retain the traditional angled “deflection” feature of the Tamiya IR receiver. This will allow for continued use of the common tactic of keeping the turret turned to 45 degrees of an opponent to “deflect” an incoming shot, but to fire the turret must be turned toward the opponent. This tactic, when used, reasonably represents the slightly slower targeting capabilities of Cold War vs Modern tanks.
What classifies as an A.I.M. Cold War tank? This will include, but not limited to, tanks that were in the prime of their operational service life between 1950 and 1985. Some examples would be the Centurion, M50/51, T55, M551, M60, T72, Leopard 1 and Chieftain.
A few notable exceptions, IF the Cold War tank is “modernized”, and represented by retrofitted electro optics sights and ERA (explosive reactive armor) or APS (active protective system) or passive protection system then the IR receiver can be “twisted” as with the modern tanks. This is a benefit added for the extra time and modeling work put into the tank.
What classifies as an A.I.M. Modern tank? This will include, but not limited to, tanks that were in the prime of their operational service life from 1985 to present day. Some examples would be Challenger, Leopard 2, Abrams, T90 and Type 10.
Taken in combination A.I.M. with its IR receiver orientations, faster firing rate and fewer hits to represent advancements in ammunition, creates a more modern feeling battle then with the typical Tamiya battle protocols. A.I.M. has proven faster, more fluid and requires different tactics. It elevates rc tank battling of Cold War and Modern tanks to the next level
Henglong tanks using 6.0 and newer systems can participate in the AIM modern battles just as they have been integrated into the Tamiya type battles in Southern California. Henglong 6.0 quipped tanks only have a factory setting of 6 hits to knock out a tank. Following the Henglong 6.0 battle compliant rules a henglong tank operator will count to 6 to simulate an equal reload time to their hit count.Where the AIM rules will change for Henglong 6.0 tanks will come to speed settings. In the average free for all battles of mixed generational tanks, all Henglong 6.0 and newer equipped tanks must run low power to stay on an even footing with tanks that start fast and slow down as they get hit. The henglong is the same slow speed throughout battle so it starts off going slow but its slow speed is constant and remains faster than the tamiya type tanks as they take hits and slow down, this giving the henglong tank the advantage as the battle progresses.
During Modern AIM battles, Henglong 6.0 and newer equipped Modern Tanks will be allowed to operate on high speed power, while cold war and older tanks will remain using low power speed settings. The Modern Henglong 6.0 tank using a 360 LegoDEI apple will be balanced with the Tamiya type tanks using the 45deg oriented apples and light class settings.
We have come up with A.I.M. and prepared the introduction to this style of IR battling.
Please bear with the long description, it was written for people that are newer in the hobby and not familiar with all the IR abilities as hobby veterans.
With the advent of new Cold War era and Modern 1/16 rc tanks over the last several years there has been sharp growth in the popularity of these tanks with new and old tank hobbyists. Many that battle rc tanks have noticed the established Tamiya rc tank battling protocols lack modern depth of realism for these tanks.
In order to facilitate more modern realism when IR battling Cold War and Modern tanks together, we have been experimenting and
developing a new concept which has come to be called Armor Invincibility - Modernor A.I.M. for short.
A.I.M. simply put was inspired by the Invulnerable Frontal Armor (I.F.A.) concept as used on some 1/16 WW2 rc assault / tank destroyers. The I.F.A. WW2 tank modifications are made to the IR receiver (typically blocking a front portion of the receiver) to make scoring frontal hits nearly impossible. This simulates heavier armor in
place of a turret on assault / tank destroyers. The I.F.A. concept was established to give these WW2 tanks an even footing against their turreted opponents.
A.I.M. does something similar for the Cold War / Modern tank, but goes further and is intended for battles that are dedicated to Cold War / Modern tanks. It is not intended for WW2 or mixed tank generation battles.
How does A.I.M. work? Let's use the Abrams and Leopard 2 tanks as two examples of modern tanks. With A.I.M. the IR receiver is not blocked like with the I.F.A. tanks, but is oriented so that the tank can not be easily hit from the direct front of the turret past 15-20ft (~5-6m). This orientation is commonly referred to as T.F.A.(Tamiya Frontal Armor). It uses a “twisted” or 45° IR receiver set up, it is not a new concept and is in use by a number of tank clubs. The effect for A.I.M. represents the advanced frontal armor of Modern tanks. It still allows for these tanks to receive hits from offset angles representing the more vulnerable side armor.
Along with the new IR receiver orientation, tanks will be set to the Tamiya “Light Tank” or equivalent battle setting of 3 seconds between shots and 3 hits to destroy. Testing shows this better represents the speed at which Cold War / Modern tanks like the Abrams and Leopard 2 can reload, visually acquire targets, range and fire accurately at an
adversary. The 3 hits to destroy also represents the far more lethal capability of modern anti-tank ammunition like depleted Uranium / Tungsten long rod penetrators or H.E.A.T. rounds.
How does A.I.M. work with Cold War era tanks like the Centurion, T72, T55 or Chieftain that do not have advanced “composite” type armor?
The change for this generation of tank to address this question is with the IR receiver orientation. With Cold War tanks the IR receiver remains in the traditional Tamiya orientation which allows hits to the front of the turret. This is to represent the traditional steel frontal armor of these tanks and its limited ability to defeat modern anti-tank ammunition. Cold War tanks will still retain the traditional angled “deflection” feature of the Tamiya IR receiver. This will allow for continued use of the common tactic of keeping the turret turned to 45 degrees of an opponent to “deflect” an incoming shot, but to fire the turret must be turned toward the opponent. This tactic, when used, reasonably represents the slightly slower targeting capabilities of Cold War vs Modern tanks.
What classifies as an A.I.M. Cold War tank? This will include, but not limited to, tanks that were in the prime of their operational service life between 1950 and 1985. Some examples would be the Centurion, M50/51, T55, M551, M60, T72, Leopard 1 and Chieftain.
A few notable exceptions, IF the Cold War tank is “modernized”, and represented by retrofitted electro optics sights and ERA (explosive reactive armor) or APS (active protective system) or passive protection system then the IR receiver can be “twisted” as with the modern tanks. This is a benefit added for the extra time and modeling work put into the tank.
What classifies as an A.I.M. Modern tank? This will include, but not limited to, tanks that were in the prime of their operational service life from 1985 to present day. Some examples would be Challenger, Leopard 2, Abrams, T90 and Type 10.
Taken in combination A.I.M. with its IR receiver orientations, faster firing rate and fewer hits to represent advancements in ammunition, creates a more modern feeling battle then with the typical Tamiya battle protocols. A.I.M. has proven faster, more fluid and requires different tactics. It elevates rc tank battling of Cold War and Modern tanks to the next level
Henglong tanks using 6.0 and newer systems can participate in the AIM modern battles just as they have been integrated into the Tamiya type battles in Southern California. Henglong 6.0 quipped tanks only have a factory setting of 6 hits to knock out a tank. Following the Henglong 6.0 battle compliant rules a henglong tank operator will count to 6 to simulate an equal reload time to their hit count.Where the AIM rules will change for Henglong 6.0 tanks will come to speed settings. In the average free for all battles of mixed generational tanks, all Henglong 6.0 and newer equipped tanks must run low power to stay on an even footing with tanks that start fast and slow down as they get hit. The henglong is the same slow speed throughout battle so it starts off going slow but its slow speed is constant and remains faster than the tamiya type tanks as they take hits and slow down, this giving the henglong tank the advantage as the battle progresses.
During Modern AIM battles, Henglong 6.0 and newer equipped Modern Tanks will be allowed to operate on high speed power, while cold war and older tanks will remain using low power speed settings. The Modern Henglong 6.0 tank using a 360 LegoDEI apple will be balanced with the Tamiya type tanks using the 45deg oriented apples and light class settings.
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. It is quite nice to live in southern California. I get to go to two different tank battle events in the same month :-)
LOL.
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