I was just wondering is there an aftermarket smoke and barrel flash unit compatible with the receiver in this model?
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Don't have first hand knowledge fitting one in the NF, but I have done on a Heng Long. The MFU seems to be the same; same sockets, same circuits, so I imagine it will work.The more screws it takes to reassemble a tank, the more likely it is you left something out! -
Received my E3 yesterday, opened it up and it's BLACK!!!!!!!!!!!! I don't want BLACK, I wanted GREEN!!!!Comment
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Is this an issue with NF Models' paint quality and colour consistency, resulting in a discrepancy between the advertised colour and the actual tank received?
Or is it simply a poor rendition of Olive Drab?
I would appreciate feedback from other owners of this tank on this issue.
(Keep in mind that I haven't ordered an NF Models Sherman yet.)
Cheers,
PZ Loco!
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I will take some photos and post them. Very dark green with camo black. This is my second E8 from NF, first one was OD Green, this one is not. Box photo shows OD Green. Ed
Is this an issue with NF Models' paint quality and colour consistency, resulting in a discrepancy between the advertised colour and the actual tank received?
Or is it simply a poor rendition of Olive Drab?
I would appreciate feedback from other owners of this tank on this issue.
(Keep in mind that I haven't ordered an NF Models Sherman yet.)
Cheers,
PZ Loco!
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First photo without overhead light, next two with overhead light. Could this camo scheme be anything to do with Korean War?Comment
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Basically late WW2
North-West Europe: Black-and-green or dark pattern applications appeared on American and Allied armored vehicles in North-West Europe and Italy (such as units like the 755th Tank Battalion), though the black stripes or blotches were frequently toned down or obscured by heavy dust, mud, and field weathering.
(Taken from Google)The more screws it takes to reassemble a tank, the more likely it is you left something out!Comment
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Despite the historical context provided for this camo scheme, the root of the problem is simply that the colour isn't the one advertised.
I'd be curious to hear TOUCAN's response on this.
Give it a few days before considering a full repaint in Olive Drab.. maybe the colour scheme will grow on you.
Despite the final appereance this beast look great !
Cheers! PZ Loco
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I'd be curious if all the E3s coming out of Motion RC are this color, this one came from them, the first one came from Toucan.Comment
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British and Commonwealth country Shermans, some used this color, A.MIG-217 BS 381c No.34 DARK SLATE. The decals that came with it are 6the Armored, 12th Armored and Russian symbols and of course Fury decals which is way out there.Comment
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On July 17, 1944 the 66th Armor Regiment 2nd Armored Division was relocated to a new assembly area near Sur Le Chemin Du Gril, France, and they would remain there until July 24th. During this time period, the unit received its first batch of M4A1(76)W Shermans as they concentrated on maintenance and training. Taking lessons learned from Operation Husky, the invasion of Sicily in 1943, some of the tank crews began to apply camouflage patterns with black paint during this time period just before the kick off to Operation Cobra. In Sicily it was tan camouflage applied to the top of the OD Green base paint. While not all the tanks and armored vehicles would see this field applied camouflage pattern it was fairly common and was also adopted by other armored divisions and independent tank battalions.
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I stand corrected — Motion RC, not TOUCAN.
But the problem remains the same: for a $400 USD tank, you expect to receive the correct colour.
The Fury theme is out of the window...
“This looks like a quality-control issue. Some Heng Long factory seals may have to be opened when Motion RC receives a new batch for inspection.”
Nonetheless, I hope you enjoy your new acquisition!
Thanks for time for the historical background on this camouflage scheme.
Cheers PZ LOCO !!
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It was only a short time ago that the average RC tank cost upwards of $1000 and you had to build it from a box of parts. For those of us that have been around for a while, $400 is cheap considering the overall quality in mechanical and plastic parts detail NF is delivering.
A quality HVSS "EZ8" type suspension has only been available through Tamiya and NF has delivered a tank that easily matches the Tamiya quality at less than half the price.
So if you have to paint it to fit your liking then do so and move on. Personally no RTR tank factory paint scheme to me is correct and everyone I buy automatically gets slated for a repaint.
Tamiya EZ8 shown below that cost $1800+ to build just a few years ago now cost thanks to NF a little over $400.
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Regarding repainting, I absolutely do this every time. Aside from correcting the color if that's an issue, repainting allows you to use it if you make changes or additions in the future. Trying to match the colors the factory has on hand is a losing proposition. Besides, that's about the most fun phase of buying a tank!The more screws it takes to reassemble a tank, the more likely it is you left something out!Comment
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This is more a case of bad business, and it will inevitably/sadly affect the confidence of RC enthusiasts.
When you advertise a specific colour scheme and the customer receives something at the opposite end of the colour spectrum, that's a different matter altogether from simply having a different appreciation or interpretation of a particular colour.
Confidence in both the retailer and the brand suffers.
This isn't about demanding absolute historical perfection. It's about receiving what was actually advertised.
That said, effectively, here and now, it's a great time to be an RC tank enthusiast. The market offers an impressive range of models, upgrades and options. That's precisely why retailers and manufacturers should be careful not to undermine that enthusiasm through poor quality control or misleading product presentation.
Never take your customers for granted. Their confidence and trust are earned, not guaranteed. Otherwise, they might simply “move on” and take their business elsewhere.
Chers !! PZ Loco
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Have you taken the action of contacting Motion RC?The more screws it takes to reassemble a tank, the more likely it is you left something out!Comment
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No I have not...yet. I really don't think it's their fault, they are not the manufacturer. I wanted to let all those who are planning on getting one knows to ask what color are you sending me? I'm going to practice using an airbrush to make it the most battled harden RC tank in a fight!!!!!! ;)Comment
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I inku I contacted toucan hobbies, they replied the smoke flash barrel units they have are not compatible with NF board.Comment
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