French Leclerc Professional Edition 1/16 Scale Battle Tank - RTR from Tongde - TDE1011-002

The French Leclerc main battle tank is a highly advanced armored vehicle developed by GIAT Industries (now Nexter) and named after General Philippe Leclerc, a hero of World War II. Entering service in 1992, the Leclerc was designed to replace the aging AMX-30 and meet the needs of modern armored warfare with a focus on mobility, protection, and cutting-edge technology.

Weighing around 57 tons, the Leclerc is powered by a French-built V8X-1500 Hyperbar diesel engine paired with an automatic transmission, allowing it to reach speeds up to 45 mph (72 km/h). One of its most important features is its autoloader system, which reduces the crew requirement to three and enables a rapid firing rate of 12 rounds per minute. The tank's 120mm smoothbore gun is compatible with NATO-standard ammunition and is complemented by advanced fire control and thermal imaging systems, providing accurate target engagement when on the move.

The Leclerc is protected by modular composite armor and can be upgraded with additional reactive armor or electronic countermeasures. Though fewer in number than tanks like the US Abrams or German Leopard 2, the Leclerc has proven reliable in operational deployments, including peacekeeping missions in Kosovo and Lebanon, and remains a central element of France’s armored forces.

This Tongde Professional version offers nylon tracks and road wheels for light weight and budget friendliness, 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!

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Realism Redefined Tongde models arrive "Ready to Run" (RTR) to allow enthusiasts to experience the exciting world of RC Tanks quickly and easily! The Leclerc contains a full set of user-installed plastic detail parts that deliver unsurpassed accuracy and realism.

Scale Sensations The Tongde Leclerc features LED lights, flashing guns, sound, and exhaust smoke systems for a completely immersive and realistic RC experience.

Durable Metal Tracks, Wheels, and Chassis The Leclerc Pro Edition includes metal chassis, tracks, idlers, sprockets, and rollers that deliver durability, performance, and capability in tough terrain.

Accurate to the Smallest Detail Tongde includes a version-accurate Browning M2HB .50 caliber (12.7mm) heavy machine gun, ready for installation or further detailing.

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.
• 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 French Leclerc Professional Edition 1/16 Scale Battle 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
• 6mm plastic BBs (50 pack)
• 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:

• Admiral 3500mAh 2S 7.4V Li-ion Battery with Tamiya Connector

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