Amewi RC Leopard 2A6 Standard Line IR/BB 1/16 RTR

Product detailed description

Remote-controlled tank model, complete set with accessories. The model is RTR (Ready to Use) and is therefore ready to operate immediately after unpacking. It is equipped with a realistic chassis with functional tracks, drive, travel and tension wheels that allow forward, backward and turning. The tank has a cannon for 6mm balls and is equipped with an infrared combat system that allows interactive battles between vehicles of the same series (the tank signals hits with sound and if it is hit multiple times, all functions are temporarily deactivated). The model is equipped with a sound module imitating the sound of the engine, the sounds of machine gun and cannon firing. A smoke generator is installed.

Technical specifications:

Scale: 1/16
Overall length: 690 mm
Width: 240 mm
Height: 190 mm
Weight: 2907 g (without battery)
Wheels: Plastic
Tracks: Plastic
Gearbox: Plastic gearbox
Electronics: TK 7.0
Operating time: approximately 12-15 min. (depending on the surface)
Charging time: approx. 2 hours
Battery compartment dimensions: 140x54x25mm
Battery: Li-ion 2S 7.4V 1800mAh 18650 cylindrical cells, Tamiya connector (can also be XT-60!), LxWxH: 68 x 37 x 22mm 93g
Remote control: 14 channels, 2.4GHz
Charger: USB cable with balancer and output power 0.85A

Package contents: Tank model, remote control, Li-Ion 7.4V 1800mAh drive battery, USB charger, 6mm BB ammunition, smoke liquid, stickers, accessories, figure, DE/EN manual

Need to purchase: 6 x 1.5V AA batteries for transmitter

Quick instructions:
Charge the drive battery by connecting it to the charging adapter and connecting it to a power source. If the model is equipped with a charging connector, you do not need to remove the battery, you can charge it directly in the model. Insert the appropriate number of AA batteries into the transmitter (door on the back). Open the battery compartment according to the specific type. Insert the charged drive battery into the tank and connect it to the power connector. Turn the transmitter ON first, and only then turn the model ON. Press the start button on the transmitter, or switch the start lever (depending on the transmitter version). A start sound will be heard and the model is ready to drive after a while (about 20-30 seconds). The left lever controls the turret rotation right-left. The left lever, pressed forward-backward, controls the raising-lowering of the cannon and the firing of the cannon. In the BB version of the tank, depending on the transmitter version, it is sometimes necessary to simultaneously hold down the safety button on the top of the transmitter when firing the cannon. The right stick smoothly controls the model's movement forward-backward-right-left-turning. The function buttons or switches, depending on the transmitter version, control the volume of sounds, machine gun shooting, cannon shooting (press the upper right button and push the left stick forward), engine start-stop and sound set. After the ride, always turn the model OFF first and then the transmitter OFF. Always recharge the battery before putting it away. If the battery is not going to be used for a long time, it is necessary to check and recharge it regularly.

Turning the model on/off:

Always turn the model on (after charging and inserting the drive battery) as follows:

1. Flip the switch on the transmitter to the ON position.
2. Flip the switch on the tank to the ON position (The switch is located in various places. You can find it on the bottom of the tank, the back of the tank, but sometimes it is also located under the turret, or under the hatch).
3. Press and hold the button with the lock symbol on the transmitter for one second.
4. Wait about 5 seconds until the tank reaches the operating state.
5. When finished, turn the model off by pressing the button with the lock symbol on the transmitter and then flip the switch on the tank to the OFF position. Transmitter is turned OFF last.

Overview of basic tank control functions:

When setting tank functions, the change made is indicated by a short sound. The layout and location of the buttons on the transmitter can be found in the manual.

G button + Left stick (forward): Turn on/off headlights
G button + Left stick (backward): Turn on/off taillights
G button + Left stick (left): Adjust trim left while reversing
G button + Left stick (right): Adjust trim right while reversing
G button + Right stick (left): Adjust trim left while driving forward
G button + Right stick (right): Adjust trim right while driving forward
G button + Right stick (forward): Upper speed gear (fast driving)
G button + Right stick (backward): Lower speed gear (slow driving)
A button: Fire machine gun + flashing light
B button: Aim laser
Button A + Button B: Fire a BB + recoil + send an infrared signal

Note: For safety reasons, the model's cannon is disabled by default.

G Button + S Button: Wi-Fi switch
G Button + K Button: Change sound effect (Tank restart required)
V Button + Left Stick (Forward): Increase volume
V Button + Left Stick (Backward): Decrease volume
K Button + S Button: Adjust recoil level
Lock Button: On / Off or starting the tank, pairing with the receiver
S button: Smoke module control
G button + V button: Adjust the braking force
K button + Left stick (left): Control the gas and movement of the tank using the left joystick
K button + Left stick (right): Control the gas and movement of the tank using the right joystick
K button + Right stick (forward): Increase the speed of turning on the spot
K button + Right stick (backward): Decrease the speed of turning on the spot
K button + Right stick (left): Decrease the turning radius
K button + Right stick (right): Increase the turning radius
K button + A button: Change the sound effect of the machine gun
K button + B button: Turn off the turning on the spot.
G Button + B Button: BB Module start
Lock Button + G Button + K Button – Factory Reset

Explanation of abbreviations:
BB - the model is equipped with a 6mm plastic bullet firing mechanism, which is usually blocked for safety reasons.
IR - the model has the option of connecting a combat IR module.
IR+BB is equipped with a 6mm plastic bullet firing mechanism and at the same time has the option of connecting a combat IR module. However, it does not have a functional cannon slide mechanism.
RTR - a model ready to drive, the set includes a model and a transmitter (usually a battery and a charging adapter).
PRO - the model contains various combinations of tuning parts, such as metal tracks, a metal chassis tub, or better gearboxes or electronics.

WARNING! This RC tank is not a toy, but a more sophisticated, functional model that behaves very much like a real tank. Given its realistic parameters, if not properly assembled and properly controlled, it can cause injury to you, or injure a spectator, or damage property. If you use the model in the BB version (shoots 6mm plastic bullets), always follow basic safety rules. Never leave the model unattended in the presence of children under 14 years of age. If you unlock the firing mechanism, always wear protective glasses, as well as any spectators. A fired bullet can bounce and damage your eyesight! Never aim or shoot at people or animals! Check the target area before firing. Never look (or be a spectator) into the barrel of a tank with the firing mechanism unlocked, even if you think the magazine is empty. The user of the model is responsible for any damage or injuries caused, not the manufacturer or the seller!

The model is intended for driving indoors or outdoors on a suitable dry surface. It is not waterproof or water-resistant, and under no circumstances can it be driven in water or snow (after melting it is water). It can drive on concrete, asphalt, solid clay surfaces, gravel, sand, thick mud and drive on wet surfaces (very shallow puddles). Be careful, pebbles, clay, or other objects accumulated in parts of the chassis can cause the belt to break or damage the drive. Driving on grass is not recommended, because there is a risk of overloading the motors and burning them, or damage to the electronics, which is not covered by the warranty. High "furry" carpets are also unsuitable surfaces. Driving on public roads and other places (e.g. parking lots) with car traffic is prohibited.
Tracks can come off during driving due to dirt collected during driving or friction forces, especially when turning on a slippery surface. Any falling off or breaking of the tracks is a common occurrence for a tank model and is not a manufacturing defect. Regular maintenance of the model is recommended.
The model is intended for modelers over 14 years of age.

The warranty is 24 months and covers manufacturing defects discovered immediately during the test run of the model, or manifested within a short period of time after the start of operation. The warranty does not cover wear and tear on functional parts caused by the operation and use of the model. The extent of operational wear is not defined and may be different for metal and plastic parts of the model. The warranty also does not cover damage caused by impacts, overloading of mechanical or electronic parts of the model, incorrect wiring, overheating, getting wet or neglected maintenance.

Our test: In the current version, the electronics are placed in such a way that they limit the rotation of the turret. I recommend placing the electronics as much as possible in the center of the hull to improve the rotation of the turret. This model from the Chinese manufacturer Heng long (packaged under the Amewi brand) is also among the best products from this manufacturer in the basic version. The model is equipped with the HL.TK-7.0 multifunctional unit. Compared to the previous version, this is a significant improvement in all MFU functions. The movement characteristics of the model itself, sounds and lights have noticeably improved. Finally, it can be said that the engine sound is not exactly toy-like. The model is controlled by a standard "tank" transmitter. I give the manufacturer a great idea: On the inside of the battery compartment door there is a "pull-out" with instructions for controlling the functions. The model is equipped with an IR module, so tank battles can also be done. The sensor mushroom is connected via a cable under the hatch and is just placed on top of the tower and held in place with a magnet. A clear table of what each lever does. Among other improvements, I count the manufacturer gradually abandoning the outdated Tamiya connector and replacing it with a modern XT-60. The Li-Ion battery is also standard, which is good. The only thing that spoils the joy is the included "charger", which allows you to charge the battery, but I recommend throwing it away and using only a high-quality programmable model charger. However, if you are one of the more demanding modelers or fans of high-quality tank models, we recommend completely replacing this Chinese electronics with the German Elmod Fusion X using the Carson Reflex 6k transmitter. With this German electronics, you will get a model at an even higher and more realistic level.