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Vintage Tamiya King Tiger

Posted: Sat May 29, 2021 12:41 am
by PNW Paul
Hi guys, picked up a vintage Tamiya King Tiger for next to nothing for a restoration and was wondering if anyone knew if there was parts compatibility with the newer model as far as the body goes? The rear plate has some slight damage and the barrel is broken at the muzzle. I know the drivetrain, turret and electronic components obviously are incompatible but curious on the body. Thanks

Re: Vintage Tamiya King Tiger

Posted: Sat May 29, 2021 1:01 am
by jarndice
Hi Paul if you could first go to the introduction page and offer a few details about yourself that would get you a more positive response. :thumbup:

Re: Vintage Tamiya King Tiger

Posted: Sat May 29, 2021 1:59 am
by PNW Paul
After further research it looks to be the same, however I need parts tree D which is discontinued and apparently not available anywhere. Looks like its scratchbuild time I guess.

Re: Vintage Tamiya King Tiger

Posted: Sat May 29, 2021 12:02 pm
by Jofaur86
jarndice wrote:Hi Paul if you could first go to the introduction page and offer a few details about yourself that would get you a more positive response. :thumbup:
Hello, :D we would like to know a little more about you, your passions, your knowledge in model making, etc. :thumbup:

Re: Vintage Tamiya King Tiger

Posted: Sat May 29, 2021 10:46 pm
by PNW Paul
Here it is a I recieved it. Let the work begin!ImageImageImage

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Re: Vintage Tamiya King Tiger

Posted: Sun May 30, 2021 6:22 pm
by Jofaur86
Hello, what part exactly are you looking for? Is it possible to adapt newer engines and electronics, but will be more expensive than a complete new tank?
https://www.modellbau-seidel.de/index.p ... st=4205012

Re: Vintage Tamiya King Tiger

Posted: Sun May 30, 2021 6:47 pm
by PNW Paul
At the moment a rear plate, and a muzzle to start with.

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Re: Vintage Tamiya King Tiger

Posted: Mon May 31, 2021 10:20 am
by jarndice
Forgive me for sounding pedantic but when you say "Muzzle" do you mean the "Barrel" or the "Muzzle Brake" or both ?

Re: Vintage Tamiya King Tiger

Posted: Mon May 31, 2021 11:59 pm
by EAO
Aha! I see pics of this little gem have already been posted! That's pretty cool looking!

Cheers,
Eric.

Re: Vintage Tamiya King Tiger

Posted: Tue Jun 01, 2021 1:59 am
by PNW Paul
jarndice wrote:Forgive me for sounding pedantic but when you say "Muzzle" do you mean the "Barrel" or the "Muzzle Brake" or both ?
Apologies, muzzle brake is broken off