Named after the Soviet defence commissar Kliment Voroshilov, testing of the KV along with 3 multi-turreted tanks the T-35, T-100, and the SMK began in September 1939. These tanks were soon battlefield tested during the “Winter War” from December the same year. Battlefield experience revealed the SMK and T-100’s poor mobility, while the KV’s good performance led to its adoption as the Soviet Army’s next generation heavy tank. During WWII, the KV-1 heavy tank proved to be a difficult customer to handle for the invading German Army and forced them to build stronger and heavier tanks.

• -This is a 1/16 R/C Russian Heavy Tank KV-1 Full-Option Set kit.

• -The KV-1’s distinctive form is accurately reproduced.

• -Dual gearboxes can operate together or individually for realistic tank movement.

• -Includes DMD Control Unit (T-08) and DMD Multi-Function Unit (MF-06) which enables turret rotation, gun elevation/depression, and realistic light and sound action at your fingertips.

• -Onboard speaker reproduces realistic engine sounds.

• -Main gun and machine gun firing accompanied by LED flashes for greater realism.

• -Install ITEM 53447 1/16 R/C Tank LED Battle System (sold separately) for exciting 1vs1 or team battles with other similarly equipped Tamiya R/C tanks.

• -4-channel R/C system, battery pack & charger are separately required.

• -This Russian heavy tank would look fantastic facing off against German adversaries such as the previously released 1/16 German Jagdpanther Late Version Full-Option Kit (Item 56024) and 1/16 German Panzerkampfwagen IV Ausf.J Full-Option Kit (Item 56026).

This is a 1/16 R/C Russian Heavy Tank KV-1 Full-Option Set kit. Length: 423mm, Width: 210mm, Height: 170mm, Weight: 3,500g. The KV-1's distinctive form is accurately reproduced. Dual gearboxes can operate together or individually for realistic tank movement. Includes DMD Control Unit (T-08) and DMD Multi-Function Unit (MF-06) which enables turret rotation, gun elevation/depression, and realistic light and sound action at your fingertips. Onboard speaker reproduces realistic engine sounds. Main gun and machine gun firing accompanied by LED flashes for greater realism. Install ITEM 53447 1/16 R/C Tank LED Battle System (sold separately) for exciting 1vs1or team battles with other similarly equipped Tamiya R/C tanks. Motor and 4-channel R/C system included. Battery pack & charger are separately required. This Russian heavy tank would look fantastic facing off other Tamiya 1/16 R/C tanks such as the previously released 1/16 German Jagdpanther Late Version Full-Option Kit (Item56024) and 1/16 German Panzerkampfwagen IV Ausf.J Full-Option Kit (Item 56026).  Length: 423mm　※Click to enlarge (Image shows assembled and painted model.) 【 The Russian Monster 】　Tamiya is proud to release the 1/16 scale R/C assembly kit of the Russian heavy tank KV-1 which terrified German forces during WWII. The dynamic form of the KV-1's angular, welded turret has been accurately reproduced, and accessories such as the tow cables and tool boxes highlight its superb exterior details. Many metal parts have also been incorporated with the chassis to ensure high durability. In addition to forward/reverse running and left/right turning, the tank also features realistic barrel and hull recoil actions when firing the main gun. The front machine gun also features muzzle flash effect and firing sounds, while both the headlight and taillight are controllable as well. The set conveniently includes a 4-channel transmitter, 7.2V battery, and a battery charger (Japan market only). Add the separately available Battle System and you can even have mock battles with other similarly equipped Tamiya R/C tanks. 【 Realistic Mobility 】　Rear-mounted pre-assembled gearbox features Type 380 motors for plenty of power. Metal parts such as the lower hull, suspension arms, and drive sprockets ensure durability. The suspension is just like that on an actual KV-1 and features metal torsion bars and pre-assembled resin tracks to absorb terrain undulations. In addition, the DMD Control Unit T-08 features a special low-speed setting which enables slow lumbering movements for even greater realism. 【 Main Gun Firing 】　During main gun firing, the barrel-mounted LED flashes, firing sound roars from the onboard speaker, and the turret recoil unit and drivetrain gearbox work in conjunction to produce realistic barrel and hull recoil movement. ■The gun barrel offers 24 degrees elevation and 4 degrees depression. Push control stick 2 forward/rearwards to move the gun. ■The turret features full 360 degrees rotation. Push control stick 1 to the left/right for rotation. Rotating speed is accompanied with the stick movement. ■Features metal torsion bars and pre-assembled resin tracks to recreate realistic lumbering movement of the tank. ■During firing, the barrel-mounted LED flashes, firing sound roars from the onboard speaker. Realistic barrel and hull recoil movement are also reproduced. ■The front machine gun also features muzzle flash effect and firing sounds. ■Turning on/off the headlight is controllable via transmitter input. ■Turning on/off the taillight is also controllable via transmitter input. It also works as a brake light. ■Full Operation Set conveniently includes 4-Channel transmitter, 7.2V Battery, and Battery Charger (Japan market only). ■DMD Control Unit T-08 controls various movements of the tank. DMD Multi Function Unit MF-06 provides many realistic sound and light effects. 【 About the KV-1 】　The KV-1 was an unpleasant surprise for the fearless German Army which was advancing into Russia in the summer of 1941. The German Panzer III and IV tanks were ineffective against the 75mm thick armor of the KV-1. German soldiers called the KV-1 tank “Monster” as a mark of respect after encountering it in 1941. The KV-1 fought desperately as one of the Russian’s main heavy tanks together with the T-34 until the mid-WWII. Over 4,000 KV-1 were produced from 1939 until 1943, and this 1940 variant was armed with a 39 caliber F-32 76.2mm main gun. 【 Specifications 】　●Length: 423mm, Width:210mm, Height:170mm, Weight:3500g　●Metal parts for chassis, suspension arms, and drive sprockets ensure high strength and durability.　●Aluminum gun barrel and photo-etched radiator grilles included.　●All actions accompanied by realistic sounds, especially the engine sounds, which were digitally recorded from the actual 38.8 liter V12 diesel engine. The speaker is installed onto the chassis center to emit realistic sounds.　●DMD Units included. 【 Separately Required Items 】　●8xR6/AA/UM3 batteries for transmitter Promotion Video　(Approximately 3 min.) WMV file (31.4MB)　［ Click to download Windows Media Player ］ ※ Watch Tamiya videos on YouTube. 【 Option Parts 】 Battle System Item No: 53447 This unique infrared system allows realistic battle simulation when equipped on two or more Tamiya R/C tanks. Sounds for taking a hit and engine damage, plus reduced speeds and delayed control responses mimick battle damage. System has 30m maximum indoor range. (Image shows system installed on Leopard 2A6.)