Comparison Happy Cow Tank-7 USSR vs Great Wall Tiger 1:72

The ability to move the tank gun vertically (changing the elevation angle). This function enhances the similarity with the real machine; and for models with a shooting function (see the relevant paragraph), it is generally almost mandatory. At the same time, for infrared guns, raising and lowering affects only the aiming, but in pneumatic and water guns, the angle of elevation also affects the range of the charge.

The tank has an imitation of the recoil of a gun when fired.

This feature enhances the model's resemblance to a real combat vehicle. The simplest way to simulate recoil is a short engine jerk that moves the tank a few millimetres back and simulates a characteristic push. Theoretically, this method is not very reliable, because. when the tower is turned to the side or back, the return is uncharacteristic, but in most cases it is simply imperceptible, and radio-controlled models do not need absolute realism. But in advanced machines, a mechanism for simulating recoil can be provided in the very attachment of the gun to the turret.

The frequency used for communication between the tank and the control panel.

— 27 MHz. One of the frequencies used for radio remote control for a long time; in some CIS countries it is even reserved by state regulatory bodies for this very purpose. Uses analogue data transmission. Such transmitters are relatively inexpensive, but suffer from one serious drawback: they do not provide channel separation when several consoles are operating in close proximity to each other. In other words, if the tank stays in the coverage area of two transmitters, the signals from them can be mixed, which is actually tantamount to a loss of control. This problem is most relevant in the organization of battles. Therefore, specialized "tank battle" kits (see above), using analogue transmitters, are usually equipped with consoles with different radio channel frequencies (for example, 27 MHz and 40 MHz). And if you want to arrange a duel between cars from different kits (or sold separately), you should make sure that they use different standards (otherwise you will have to use interchangeable crystal oscillators to switch channels, which is not always realistic). The situation is somewhat simplified given the fact that the same model using analogue control can be produced in versions for different frequencies.

— 40 MHz. Analogue standard, completely identical to the 27 MHz described above, except for the actual operating frequency. It is used as an alternative to 27 MHz, whic...h makes it possible to avoid mixing signals from different consoles.

— 49 MHz. Another analogue remote control standard, like the 27 MHz and 40 MHz described above; There is no difference other than frequency.

— 2.4 GHz. One of the most advanced and at the same time common communication standards today. It uses digital data transmission, which gives a number of advantages over analogue standards (see above). One of these advantages is the ability to bind a specific remote control to a specific machine — due to a special channel separation technology. Thanks to this, 2.4 GHz remotes can work in close proximity to each other without creating problems. In addition, the same range is used in Wi-Fi wireless technology, which allows such models to be controlled by a smartphone (see below).

-5.8 GHz. A digital standard similar to 2.4 GHz as described above. One of the key differences is the higher bandwidth, which provides additional reliability and control responsiveness. On the other hand, such consoles are quite expensive, and therefore they have not received much distribution.

The maximum distance from the remote control to the tank, which retains the possibility of full control of the model. Note that the documentation usually indicates the “perfect” range — in the absence of interference and obstacles in the signal path, the use of high-quality batteries, etc.; therefore, in fact this figure may be lower. At the same time, this characteristic makes it possible to estimate the range of the remote control, including and compared to other models.

The greater the radius of action, the further you can let go of the model from the remote control, the less often you have to move to keep control. At the same time, the speeds of modern radio-controlled tanks are generally low, staying close is not difficult, and driving a car over long distances is usually not required (especially since at such distances it can be hardly noticeable). Therefore, even the most advanced models with analogue control standards (see "Radio channel frequency") are rarely equipped with remote controls with a range of more than a couple of tens of metres. With digital channels (see ibid.), the situation is different: these standards, by definition, have a rather large "range", exceeding the mentioned 20 – 30 m, so the range is usually not indicated for them at all — it is assumed that it is, by definition, sufficient for regular ways to use the tank.

This feature is indicated for models that copy real-life(or existing) armored vehicles. Full-sized tanks have a design that can be reproduced on a reduced scale without much difficulty; not only that, it is much easier to copy a design than to create an original one, besides, the resemblance to a real machine makes the model recognizable and attractive to fans of military equipment. Therefore, there are quite a lot of similar offers on the market. In fact, models that are not copies of the originals are rare exceptions and are found only in the most original versions — for example, amphibians or spies (see "Type") with a characteristic futuristic design.

Note that the accuracy of copying can be different — from a very conditional similarity, when the model is more like a caricature of a tank, to a detailed recreation of all elements of the exterior. And some of these models are initially created as collectibles and can even be equipped with decorative stands for installation in a personal “museum of miniature tanks”.

The nationality of the full-sized tank from which the model was copied (see "Copy of the original"). Like the category (see above), this characteristic does not affect the capabilities of the vehicle and characterizes only its appearance and resemblance to real tanks of a certain country. Therefore, the main criterion for choosing a model by subclass is the personal preferences of the “tanker”.

Popular ones include Soviet tanks, American tanks and German tanks.

General dimensions of the tank. Note that the length is indicated taking into account the cannon pointing forward (this clarification is relevant for rotating turrets, see above). But the height may not take into account a bendable antenna or removable design elements (such as a tanker figurine in a hatch).