Tamiya 1/16 Panther

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ShermanChris
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Tamiya 1/16 Panther

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Hey guys, has the 1/16 tammy panther been discontinued? Cant seem to find it anywhere apart from ridiculous prices on Ebay. Its disappeared of axels model shop too. Same with the Sherman's.
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Re: Tamiya 1/16 Panther

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Shows available here:

http://shop.aaftankmuseum.com/ProductDe ... Code=56022

Price is $900.00 once placed in your cart.

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Re: Tamiya 1/16 Panther

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Thanks Barry, :) I think I'll get the king tiger next then as it's a tad cheaper lol
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Re: Tamiya 1/16 Panther

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King Tiger isn’t as good - imo requires a lot more to get it to run reliably. Tracks and idler adjustment are the weak points.

Try a panzer iv or Jagdpanzer?
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ShermanChris wrote:Thanks Barry, :) I think I'll get the king tiger next then as it's a tad cheaper lol
The King tiger is the worst Tamiya tank. I'd recommend you to get other.
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Re: Tamiya 1/16 Panther

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Oh okay haha, pershing maybe then! Lol
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