TORRO tank 1/16 RC LEOPARD 2A6 NATO camouflage - BB Airsoft+IR

Leopard 2 is Germany's main battle tank, continuously developed from the 1970s to the present by the German company Krauss-Maffei Wegmann. The first version of this tank entered service in 1979, in the following years gradually replaced the older type Leopard 1. Various versions served and serve in the German Armed Forces and in the armies of 16 other countries, including Poland, Sweden, Greece, Turkey and others. .

The development of the successor to the Leopard 1 tank began in the early 1970s. Already in the years 1972-3, a total of 17 prototypes were produced equipped with 105 and 120 mm cannons. The 120 mm cannon, equipped with an ejector from Rheinmetall with a length of 44 calibers, was eventually chosen as the basic weapon of the new type. In 1977, Krauss-Maffei Wegmann won a contract to manufacture the first 1,800 vehicles for the German Bundeswehr.

The development of various versions of the tank has been going on continuously since 1979. The main part today is the Leopard 2A4 versions with vertically shaped tower armor, version 2A5 and version 2A6. The latest versions produced (2A6, 2A7) have an arrow-shaped additional tower armor along with a number of other improvements. All models are equipped with a digital fire control system with laser rangefinders, a fully stabilized main weapon and a coaxial machine gun, as well as advanced night vision and observation equipment. The tank has the ability to hit moving targets when moving on uneven terrain.

• Leopard 2 (or also A0) - basic version, production of 380 pieces in 1979-82
• 2A1 - installation of thermal imaging devices, production of 750 pieces in the years 1982–4
• 2A2 - modernization of the A0 series in 1984–7
• 2A3 - installation of digital radio equipment, production of 300 pieces in the years 1984–5
• 2A4 - improved turret, automated fire control system, production of 1075 pcs incl. Pz-87 in 1985–92
• 2PL - modernization of version 2A4 made by the Polish army [1]
• 2A5 - additional arrow-shaped armor of the tower
• 2A6 - new 120mm cannon Rheinmetall L55 (length 55 calibers) with a smooth bore barrel
• 2A7 - introduced in 2010, modular armor, better driving characteristics
• 2A7 + - modular armor, better driving characteristics, designed for combat in urban terrain
• 2A7V - modernization of tanks 2A4, 2A5, 2A6 and 2A7 for the Bundeswehr with deliveries since 2020, high-pressure 120mm cannon Rheinmetall L55A1, programmable ammunition, additional armor, modernization of electronic systems [2]
• 2A7EU - modernization of older versions to a level similar to version 2A7V, tanks will be offered in the form of leasing to the armies of EU countries [3]

The German Leopards 2A4 and 2A5 were deployed during the fighting in Kosovo as part of the international KFOR troops. [4] The German, Canadian and Danish Leopards 2A5 and 2A6 were deployed in Afghanistan between 2003 and 2013, as part of ISAF units. In December 2016, the Turkish Leopards 2A4 joined the fighting against Islamic State forces in northern Syria during Operation Euphrates Shield.

Rheinmetall is preparing for 2018 a significant modernization of the existing 120 mm cannon (L55). It will be a high-pressure version with the type designation L55A1, which will be able to use more powerful ammunition. One of the modernizations under consideration is the replacement of a 120 mm cannon with a length of 55 calibers with a new, significantly more powerful 130 mm cannon with a length of 51 calibers. The technological demonstrator of this cannon with a total length of 6630 mm and a weight of 3300 kg was presented by Rheinmetall at the EUROSATORY 2016 exhibition.

In 2015, Leopard 2 was in the armament of the armies of the following states:

• Austria - 114 tanks version 2A4
• Canada - 80 pcs A4 version, 20 pcs version 2A6
• Denmark - 57 pcs of version 2A5DK, 6 pcs of version 2A4
• Finland - 139 pcs version 2A4
• Germany - 250 pcs versions 2A4, 2A6, 2A7 (more in stock)
• Greece - 183 units version 2A4, 170 units version 2A6 HEL
• Indonesia - 103 pcs version 2A4
• The Netherlands - 44 pcs version 2A6
• Chile - 132 pcs 2A4
• Norway - 52 pcs version 2A4 NO
• Poland - 142 pcs version 2A4, 105 pcs version 2A5
• Qatar - 37 pcs version 2A6
• Qatar - 62 pcs version 2A7 +
• Singapore - 182 pcs version 2A4
• Spain - 108 pcs version 2A4, 219 pcs version 2A6 +
• Sweden - 120 pcs version 2A5 (Strv 122)
• Switzerland - 134 pcs version 2A4 (Pz 87)
• Turkey - 354 pcs version 2A4

True to detail in 1:16 scale

Weighing around four and a half kilograms, the LEOPARD 2A6 NATO camouflage is ideal for beginning tankers. In 2.4 GHz printed circuit board and speaker technology. This model has excellent driving characteristics, realistic sound, many small parts and various stickers perfectly completes the replica of the model.

Controls and functions

The powerful tank model has 2.4 GHz RC control. The tank is equipped with IR and BB Airsoft battle system, so battles between models are possible. Torque-optimized engines give the LEOPARD 2A6 NATO camouflage a precise and smooth ride. Thanks to the proportional control, you can approach the tank very slowly and gradually increase your speed. LEOPARD 2A6 NATO camouflage moves forward and backward, including turning. It can also be turned left or right on the spot. You can raise and lower the cannon and rotate the turret 320 degrees (160 ° on each side). The realistic experience is completed by engine sounds and smoke from the exhaust.

The duels are provided by the Airsoft Combat System, which shoots BB bullets. The tank can be switched to an IR system that is compatible with Tamiya models. The tank turret is rotatable to the sides by 320 ° (160 ° on each side), the controllable inclination of the cannon (up / down) guarantees accuracy when firing. A red indicator on the tower indicates a successful hit from the tank. The force of the firing cannon is demonstrated by the recoil, when the tank jerks after the shot, and the same in the IR version. He also shoots with an anti-infantry machine gun, which is simulated by sound and lighting. An LED headlight is attached to the front of the tank.

Package contents and technical parameters / functions

• RC LEOPARD 2A6 NATO camouflage IR + BB, Torro in 1:16 scale
• Weight: approx. 4.5 kg
• 320 ° tower rotation (160 ° on each side)
• 2.4 GHz remote control
• Plastic gearbox
• Power flashlight for Tank 7.4V 1800mAh
• 220V charger
• Smoke generator and sound module
• Smoke liquid
• IR and BB Airsoft battle system
• small parts, set of accessories, decals

• Color: spotty camouflage
• Combat function: IR + BB Airsoft
• Belts: Plastic
• Rollers: Plastic
• Tower rotating ring: 320 ° tower rotation (160 ° on each side)
• Tower: plastic
• Bottom tub: plastic
• Gearbox: paste
• Scale: 1/16
• Edition: Torro Edition
• Design: RTR model
• Steering and travel wheels: plastic steering, tensioning and travel wheels
• Torsion arms: metal

• Use only under the direct supervision of adults.
• Age recommendation: 14+
• Not suitable for children under 36 months of age.
• Choking hazard due to small parts