Have been modelling planes and boats for quite a while now,but this is my first RC tank.
It is a 1/16 Tamiya Tiger 1,with all the extras.
I understand Tamiya is the gold standard,but I am very surprised at the poor, ambiguous instructions compared to models I have made in the past.
No doubt you become accustomed to them!
I have a number of questions I will post, and will be following you chaps avidly!
Hello from wiltshire
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silversurfer1947
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Re: Hello from wiltshire
Welcome to the Forum. Your nearest tank club is Bristol Armoured Division, which, despite its name, actually meets in Corsham. My first tank was also a Taniya Tiger. It was a few years ago, but I must confess, I can't remember any particular problems with the instructions. For what its worth, this is my build thread. Bear in mind that I was a total novice when I wrote it. viewtopic.php?f=21&t=18345&hilit=tamiya
Richard
Tamiya Tiger 1, Taigen FlakPanzer IV,Torro M16 half-track, Tamiya Panther,WSN/Torro T34,Taigen M41 Bulldog,H/l/Taigen Sherman M4A3,H/L T90, Haya M3 Grant, Metal Origins 234/2 Puma, Nashorn by Alwyn. I was only going to have one tank - honest!
Tamiya Tiger 1, Taigen FlakPanzer IV,Torro M16 half-track, Tamiya Panther,WSN/Torro T34,Taigen M41 Bulldog,H/l/Taigen Sherman M4A3,H/L T90, Haya M3 Grant, Metal Origins 234/2 Puma, Nashorn by Alwyn. I was only going to have one tank - honest!
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43rdRecceReg
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Re: Hello from wiltshire
Welcome! You're correct in assuming that Tamiya (still) represents the gold standard for model tank kits. Quite a bit of research has gone into producing fairly accurate specs, and details- although some models are more accurately detailed than others, members will tell you, and which they revere (or dislike) the most.
As for the build manual, I always thought that Tamiya instructions were laid out fairly logically, and with clear illustrations.
In addition, I also appreciate the listing of all the parts, and sprues to be used, at the end of each manual.
Perhaps some bits of text have lost something in translation, or have used terminology you're unfamiliar with. However, If you look at the nonsensical- often laughable- translation gaffes in user manuals for RTR Chinese made tanks (Heng Long models especially), Tamiya's offerings will appear crystal clear.
As with all things, experience helps. By the time you come to your next Tamiya, little of the inscrutable will remain. 
As Richard ('Surfer) has indicated, you can check his- and other builds out, by using the search feature here.
As for the build manual, I always thought that Tamiya instructions were laid out fairly logically, and with clear illustrations.
In addition, I also appreciate the listing of all the parts, and sprues to be used, at the end of each manual.
Perhaps some bits of text have lost something in translation, or have used terminology you're unfamiliar with. However, If you look at the nonsensical- often laughable- translation gaffes in user manuals for RTR Chinese made tanks (Heng Long models especially), Tamiya's offerings will appear crystal clear.
As with all things, experience helps. By the time you come to your next Tamiya, little of the inscrutable will remain. As Richard ('Surfer) has indicated, you can check his- and other builds out, by using the search feature here.
"Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please"- Mark Twain.
Re: Hello from wiltshire
Poor instructions? The Tiger I is one of the better ones, never had any issues. Perhaps you should try a Hooben and compare lol
Welcome along anyway.
Welcome along anyway.
