AAVP-7A1 RAM/RS by Tongde

[SoCalBobS]

....from Tongde's May25th Facebook post, for non-FB'ers. I usually post new stuff in the rumor thread, but Tongde is becoming so reliable in producing what they promise, I'd call it more than a rumor. It's set for an August release, per the post.


There is a video clip in the post showing an unpainted version sitting in a tub of water, with propulsion pushing water from the back! Tracks, propellers, jets? Can't see yet.

[SoCalBobS]

Here's a clip of it in water:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMSljBOS8Mo

I'd have to check how waterproof it is before trying this. I certainly wouldn't run it in salt water!

[rb67mustang]

Here's a clip of it in water:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMSljBOS8Mo

I'd have to check how waterproof it is before trying this. I certainly wouldn't run it in salt water!

It's a great looking amphibious vehicle. I don't know what it's priced at, and as you mentioned, how water tight is it??? I'm more interested in WW-II US Military Armor, and soft skinned vehicles. I'm sure the AAVP-7A1 RAM/RS will be a lot of fun, providing it stays afloat!!!

Thanks for sharing what's new, Bob.

[Rubicon99]

....from Tongde's May25th Facebook post, for non-FB'ers. I usually post new stuff in the rumor thread, but Tongde is becoming so reliable in producing what they promise, I'd call it more than a rumor. It's set for an August release, per the post.


There is a video clip in the post showing an unpainted version sitting in a tub of water, with propulsion pushing water from the back! Tracks, propellers, jets? Can't see yet.

Yep definitely on my buy list. Love the Cold War armor. It will look great next to my USMC themed M60s.

[SoCalBobS]

Yep definitely on my buy list. Love the Cold War armor. It will look great next to my USMC themed M60s.

You’re gonna need a pond for it to ford.

[RichJohnson]

I like this and might have to get one. Maybe I should import a case or two?

The M113s seemed to work out well.

[tank_me]

It looks cool, but I fear it will be oversized like the Bradley since they use the same running gear. That probably won't bother most people, but if it is I think I'll stick to 3D printing one in the right scale as it is available already. It's going to be a wait and see for me at least.

[tank_me]

There is a video clip in the post showing an unpainted version sitting in a tub of water, with propulsion pushing water from the back! Tracks, propellers, jets? Can't see yet.

Looks like water jets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cy-aFVL4pW8

[RichJohnson]

It looks cool, but I fear it will be oversized like the Bradley since they use the same running gear. That probably won't bother most people, but if it is I think I'll stick to 3D printing one in the right scale as it is available already. It's going to be a wait and see for me at least.

You know the Bradley is not really oversize. The TD model scales out really close. The width is accurate but it’s just a little too long, less than 1/4 inch too long. You’re not going to notice that. The issue is the Bradley is a much bigger vehicle than people realize. It’s a large vehicle and with all the added on armor the modern version looks stocky and people think it is too big when really it’s just about right.