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US M24 Chaffee Professional Edition 1/16 Scale Light Tank - RTR from Tongde - TDE1007-002
The M24 Chaffee was a light tank used by the United States and its allies during World War II and the early Cold War era. Designed to replace the aging M3 Stuart and M5 Stuart tanks, the M24 offered improved firepower, mobility, and protection. Developed by Cadillac and introduced in 1944, the Chaffee combined practicality and innovation, making it a significant asset on the battlefield. The M24 was equipped with a 75mm M6 gun, providing far better offensive capability than the 37mm cannons of earlier light tanks. It also featured twin Cadillac V-8 engines, allowing a top speed of around 35 mph (56 km/h) and excellent maneuverability. Despite its relatively thin armor, designed to maintain speed and agility, the tank offered better crew protection than its predecessors.
Weighing 18 tons, the Chaffee was effective in reconnaissance roles and support operations. It first saw combat in Europe during late 1944 and played a significant role in the final months of the war, particularly excelling in fast-moving engagements. After World War II, the M24 Chaffee was used extensively in conflicts like the Korean War and was exported to numerous countries, serving in various militaries well into the 1960s. Its balance of firepower and mobility cemented its reputation as one of history's finest light tanks.
This Tongde Professional version offers metal tracks and road wheels with silicone rubber tires for the ultimate in durability and performance, while delivering an extensive feature list that includes a torsion bar suspension, LED lights, sound, exhaust smoke, IR battle system (compatible with other brands), cannon recoil, 320-degree turret rotation and more. All of Tongde’s latest 1/16 scale tanks arrive with the latest TD 3.0 MFCB (Multi-Function Control Board) for outstanding control, performance, and Professional potential!
Visit the Official Tongde US M24 Chaffee 1/16 Scale Light Tank Discussion Thread on HobbySquawk.com for additional photos, videos, reviews, and customer Q&A.
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Outstanding Realism Tongde models arrive "Ready to Run" (RTR) to allow enthusiasts to experience the exciting world of RC Tanks quickly and easily! In addition, there are myriad scale details for unsurpassed accuracy and realism. |
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Easy Battery Access A convenient hatch allows easy access to the included battery pack. |
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Machine Gun with LED The Tongde M24 Chaffee features a turret-mounted machine gun with integral LED for impressive scale realism. |
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Metal Tracks, Sprockets, and Road Wheels The Tongde M24 Professional Edition includes durable and realistic tracks, sprockets, and road wheels with silicone tires for enhanced performance and scale fidelity. |
Features:
- Latest generation TD 3.0 Multi-Function Control Board (MFCB)
- Proportional acceleration, steering, turret traverse, and gun elevation/depression
- Programmable radio settings for the amount of recoil, the sensitivity in turns, the overall sensitivity in acceleration, high speed/ low speed modes, etc.
- Metal tracks, road wheels, and sprockets
- Adjustable track tension
- Exhaust smoke effect (on/off)
- Turret machine gun with LED
- LED lights (on/off)
- Sound effects volume
- Four different sound sets. Each contains a unique engine start, idle, accelerating, traverse, elevate, machine gun, cannon firing, and shutdown sound
- Cannon recoil
- Fires an invisible IR signal to be used as part of Tongde’s Infrared Battle System, which disables other tanks when hit five times during simulated combat. Up to 20 tanks at the same time can battle each other!
- Torsion bar suspension
Includes:
- Tongde US M24 Chaffee Professional Edition 1/16 Scale Light Tank - RTR
- 2S 7.4v 1800mAh Li-ion battery with Tamiya connector
- 2S USB LiPo/Li-ion battery charger
- 12-channel 2.4GHz radio transmitter
- Magnetic infrared (IR) battle system receiver
- Plastic cosmetic accessory and detail parts
- Adhesive decal sheet
- Smoke oil
- Comprehensive instruction manual
Requires:
- Four (4) AA size batteries for the radio transmitter – we recommend Admiral NiMH AA Rechargeable Batteries (4 Pack)
Optional:
Product Specifications:
Scale |
1/16 |
Length |
338mm / 13.3in |
Width |
181mm / 7.1in |
Height |
145mm / 5.7in |
Weight |
3,050g / 108.9oz |
Body Material |
ABS plastic |
Chassis Material |
ABS plastic |
Track Material |
Metal |
Motors |
Two 380 motors (28x37mm) |
Bearings |
Ball bearings |
Gearbox Gear Material |
Metal |
Adjustable Gear Ratio |
No |
Differential Type |
N/A |
Suspension Type |
Torsion bar |
Sprocket |
Metal |
Road Wheels |
Metal |
Idler Wheel |
Metal |
Adjustable Idler |
Yes |
Turret Rotation |
320 degrees |
Lights |
Yes |
Sound |
Yes |
Exhaust Effect |
Yes |
IR Battle Ready |
Yes |
Airsoft BB Launch |
No |
Track Recoil |
Yes |
Cannon Barrel Recoil |
Yes |
Required Battery |
2S 7.4V 1800mAh Li-ion battery with Tamiya connector (included) |
Required Radio |
12-channel 2.4GHz (included) |
Skill Level |
Beginner |
Build Time |
1 hour |
Recommended Environment |
Indoor / outdoor |
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