The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) relies on the Merkava tank as an essential component of its Armored Corps, showcasing capabilities comparable to other main battle tanks like the M1 Abrams, Leopard 2, and Challenger 2. The latest iteration of the Merkava boasts the MTU EuroPowerPack, a feature shared with various other MBT platforms.

The Heng Long RC Tank IDF Merkava MK IV, the most recent generation, is a fully remote-controlled marvel. Its track drive, powered by two robust electric engines, enables off-road capabilities with a maximum gradient angle of 35°. Controlled remotely, the turret can rotate 320°, and the cannon can be raised and lowered. The tank, measuring almost 70cm in total length, offers realistic features such as smoke generation from mufflers, authentic sounds during maneuvers, and fully sprung rollers with variable track tension.

Key Features:

• Realistic smoke with muffler emissions
• Authentic sounds including engine, turret rotation, and machine gun
• 2.4 GHz remote control with proportional driving functions
• Metal Stub-Axles for durability
• Proportional smoke function
• Adjustable 3-level chassis-recoil-simulation
• Dual-sound-system for different tank sounds
• Improved stable driving with enhanced proportional remote control
• Individually switchable front and rear lights
• Optional high-speed or low-speed driving mode
• Multiple power points for additional connections like cameras, wifi, laser, etc.

Controls:

• Proportional forward/reverse normal or high speed
• Proportional left/right turn in forward and reverse
• 320° turret rotation (160° right / 160° left)
• Raise/lower cannon
• Motor on/off
• Smoke on/off
• Lighting on/off
• Volume control

Specifications:

• Variable Chassis-Recoil-Simulation
• Scale: 1:16
• Steel gearbox, plastic drive wheels, and road wheels
• Gradeability: 35°
• 4.5 cm wide chains with fully sprung castors
• 2x electric motors (8500 rpm each)
• Front: 2 LED headlights, Rear: 4 LED lights
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 565mm x 240mm x 200mm
• Remote control range: approx. 90 meters

Included:

• 1/16th scale RC tank
• 2.4 GHz Multifunction-Remote-Control (requires 6x AA batteries, not included)
• 1x Battery 7.4V 1800mAh Li-Ion
• USB-Charging-Cable
• Small parts/accessory set
• Sticker set (decals)
• 1x smoke oil (25 ml)
• Instruction Manual