Tamiya: Porsche Turret King Tiger, Collecting for Build

[BarryC]

Hey guys,

I do appreciate all the input. I've picked up a Porsche Turret Tamiya kit without motor/gearbox and electronics. So it will be a Tamiya with after market drive and electronics.

Thanks again,
Barry

[43rdRecceReg]

I have the Tamiya Henschel KT, and the Torro 'metal ed' (top of the range) Torro/Taigen KT, which has a decent alloy/abs hull. On balance, though, I think the hull and running gear on the Tamiya are superior to those on the Torro. Thus, it looks like you've got the right materials to get the project rolling, Barry!

[John Glover]

Hi Barry, In the Tamiya build forum I posted King tiger Pre production which is my Porsche turret. Is made from a 56018 full option kit and the static kit 36201 that you have. I purchased the two kits years ago so paid very little compared to what you have to now. Have a look at my build and if you have any questions with the Tamiya part of you build just ask. There are some differences between some of the static parts and later Tamiya king tiger parts. Wheel assembly's being the biggest one. Regards John.posting.php?mode=reply&f=195&t=32692#

[BarryC]

Hi Guys,

First, Thanks for all the tech info and suggestions.

My Tamiya kit is the 56007, less Motors & GBs and DMU.

I've ordered the ETO Armor; Transmission and Henn Tec; Track adjuster.

I will be using the ElMod Fusion Pro for the Electronics and Servos for Turret rotation and Main Gun control.

Should I be looking for metal tracks if so who would be making them?

Thanks,
Barry

[Jofaur86]

for info, here is what it is possible to replace, but beware these parts are not Tamiya? there will therefore be adaptations to be made, for some
otherwise here some metal parts, specific to Tamiya or others
https://www.axels-modellbau-shop.de/kat ... e-zubehoer
https://www.axels-modellbau-shop.de/kat ... rsatzteile
https://www.axels-modellbau-shop.de/kat ... n-alu.html
Manual 56018
loading, is it long enough?
https://s3p.manualzz.com/store/data/052 ... 54&p=86400
video, with radio transmitter type, at the top
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_da9DeoYksw

[Jofaur86]

Tamiya 36201,manual
http://www.plasticandplasters.com/Instr ... -36201.pdf

[HERMAN BIX]

For tracks I think some dude by the name of Manheader sells them for Tamy models on ebay , but thats as far as I know sorry.

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/38370155571 ... SwwZJcf~a8

[Jofaur86]

Hello, personally I put this guy on mine, and it works, even if I had a lot of contrary opinions ?? is it true that it does not roll every day? but no worries for now

https://www.rctank.de/Tigre-Royal-HQ-Ch ... t-renforce

[BarryC]

The collection for the Tamiya Porsche Turret KT is underway in earnest.

Tamiya: Static KT Porsche kit
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ETO Armor: KT Transmission & HENNTec: Track Adjuster and Adjustment hole Covers for KT


HENNTec: Track Adjuster and Adjustment hole Covers for KT

Vol. 1 & 2: Trojca, King Tiger References


Barry

[43rdRecceReg]

Yum! Those are tasty-looking ingredients on your menu, Barry. This should be a classic