So has anyone here bought one of these yet?
I ask because I had a customer of my M60 accessories that I have begun to correspond with on occasion beyond just sales, call me up and ask me if I have one. I do not.
But he relayed a tale of horror with his model.
He bought the upgrade metal edition here at Motion RC and in short order a couple wheels locked up on one side and burned up the TD mfu. He removed the wheels and pounded out the axles to find they have brass bushings in the wheels and not ball bearings. He reamed the bushings slightly to free up the rolling on axles ability and put it back together with a new 7.1 radio unit and then very quickly some wheels on the opposite side did the same thing and burned up that side track output on the 7.1 unit.
Same problem the brass bushings in the wheels seized up.
Pretty strange for TD to make a change like this in their tanks since the metal m60s actually have ball bearings, yet the Centurions came with crappy brass bushings that fail terminally?
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Official Tongde UK Centurion Mk 5 1/16 Scale Battle Tank Discussion Thread
The specs and images shown are for the upgrade edition. The professional edition comes with metal upgrades and can be found here.
Motion RC is pleased to offer Tongde RC tanks and IFV’s to global RC tankers! Offering unique subjects, these models are available in similar versions to other familiar manufacturers. When combined with Motion RC’s industry-leading selection, parts support, and customer service, Tongde RC models deliver an unbeatable value for RC armor enthusiasts.
The British Centurion series of main battle tanks were originally designed and produced at the end of WWII. Widely recognized as a supremely successful design thanks to its mobility, effective armor, and powerful weapons array, these tanks remained in production into the 1960s and saw combat until the 1980s. More than 4,400 units were produced and equipped armies throughout the world. The Mk 5 variant started production in 1955 and featured Browning machine guns, a revised turret roof, and extra storage capabilities.
This upgrade version offers nylon tracks and road wheels for light weight and budget friendliness, while delivering an extensive feature list that includes LED lights, sound, airsoft BB launch, IR battle system (compatible with other brands), and more. All of Motion RC’s Tongde 1/16 scale tanks utilize the latest TD 2.0 MFCB (Multi-Function Control Board) for outstanding control, performance, playability, and upgrade potential!
Note: This model does not provide hatch access to the battery pack. Charging is done through a small hatch in the forward hull that contains the on/off switch and battery pack balance plug. Replacement of the battery requires removal of four screws to remove the upper hull/turret assembly.
Ready to Run
Each Tongde model arrives "Ready to Run" (RTR) to allow enthusiasts to join the exciting world of RC Tanks quickly and easily!
Compact and Efficient Gearboxes
Tongde Upgrade models feature lightweight, economical nylon gearboxes while Professional versions include a metal-geared unit
Realistic Exhaust Effect
Tongde models feature a transmitter-controlled smoke generator for the ultimate in realistic operation, and each model contains a convenient bottle of fluid for convenient reservoir refills.Features:
Airsoft BB Launch
In addition to IR battle capability, the tank can safely fire 6mm plastic airsoft BBs at targets up to 10M (30’) away. Please always take safety precautions and wear eye protection.- Latest generation TD 2.0 Multi-Function Control Board (MFCB)
- Proportional acceleration, steering, turret traverse, and gun elevation/depression
- Programmable radio settings for the amount of recoil, the sensitivity in turns, the overall sensitivity in acceleration, high speed/ low speed modes, etc.
- Cannon recoil system
- Adjustable track tension
- Smoke effect (on/off)
- LED lights (on/off)
- Sound effects volume
- Four different sound sets. Each contains a unique engine start, idle, accelerating, traverse, elevate, machine gun, cannon firing, and shutdown sound
- Track recoil
- Fires a 6mm plastic BB (10 meters with minimal accuracy and limited velocity, but should still be treated with caution and with adequate eye protection)
- Fires an invisible IR signal to be used as part of Tongde’s Infrared Battle System, which disables other tanks when hit five times during simulated combat.
- Rocker arm suspension system
- Tongde UK Centurion Mk 5 Upgrade Edition 1/16 Scale Battle Tank - RTR
- 2S 7.4v 1800mAh Li-ion battery with Tamiya connector
- 2S USB LiPo/Li-ion battery charger
- 12 channel 2.4GHz radio transmitter
- Magnetic infrared (IR) battle system receiver
- Painted cosmetic accessory parts
- Adhesive decal sheet
- 6mm plastic BBs (50 Pack)
- Smoke oil
- Comprehensive instruction manual
- Four (4) AA size batteries for the radio transmitter – we recommend Admiral NiMH AA Rechargeable Batteries (4 Pack)
AGE LEVEL : 14 and up
SKILL LEVEL : Beginner
BUILD TIME : 1 Hour
Scale 1:16 Length 47.5cm / 18.5in Width 22.5cm / 8.8in Height 19.5cm / 7.6in Weight 4,075g / 145oz Body Material ABS plastic Chassis Material ABS plastic Track Material Plastic Motors Two 380 motors (28x37mm) Bearings Metal bushings Gearbox Gear Material Plastic Adjustable Gear Ratio No Differential Type N/A Suspension Type Rocker arm Sprocket Plastic Road Wheels Plastic Idler Wheel Plastic Adjustable Idler Yes Turret Rotation 320 degrees Lights Yes Sound Yes Exhaust Effect Yes IR Battle Ready Yes Airsoft BB Launch Yes, 6mm Track Recoil Yes Cannon Barrel Recoil Yes Required Battery 2S 7.4V 1800mAh Li-ion battery with Tamiya connector (included) Required Radio 12 channel 2.4GHz (included) Skill Level Beginner Build Time 1 hour Recommended Environment Indoor / outdoor
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