HengLong Modified Edition 1/16 2.4ghz Remote Control US M1A2 Abrams Tank Model(360-Degree Rotating Turret)(Steel Gear Gearbox)(3800mah Battery)(Metal Tracks &Sprocket Wheel & Idle Wheel)

There are already enough positive comments on this product, and let me provide some inputs during the time I learned to manipulate this fine model. It may help those who are new to RC tank like myself to get more information. Long story short, I love this model, and would recommend this particular version to anyone who may be interested in getting a Henglong RC tank. Below are the issues I found so far: Issue 1: You won’t get a de-assemble manual to indicate how to separate the upper and lower section of the tank. Not too many YouTube videos show you how to do it, either. There are 10 screws holes at the bottom of the tank, eight for de-assemble, one for battery, and one for smoke generator box mounting. It is easy enough to figure out which one is which, the battery and the smoke generator are near the centerline, while the remaining de-assemble screws distributed along the wheels on both sides. Control board is very similar to the RC car radio link and ESC, except it’s integrated into one piece and has more I/Os for more moving parts. Issue 2: The 50 BMG machine gun assembly has the ammo feeding backwards if you follow the manual. You need to file the machine gun lower slot on the left side to allow the ammo box to be mounted on the left so the bullets can face forward instead of backward when feeding into the gun. Issue 3: Missing the standard rubber/plastic tracks. Well, this is an “upgraded version”, with the extra money you paid, you would assume the standard parts are included, unfortunately, you won’t be able to “downgrade” it. Issue 4: No gaskets on the battery cover and on/off switch cover. As a result, the demonstration to run the tank on rough territory is kind of joke, because the warranty won’t cover the damages caused by riding on grass, roughs, sand, etc. I ordered some silicone tapered plugs to fill the screw holes on the bottom of the tank, and ordered 1mm thick silicone rubber sheet to customize gaskets to cover possible leaking spot. Some upgrade thoughts: 1. Metal barrel. I don’t know for sure if the stock barrel is metal or not. It feels and sounds like metal but magnet didn’t respond to it, so I ordered one spared metal barrel with recoil function. 2. Metal track with rubber. Well, the complete metal track with rubber will cost $90+, so I ended with ordering 1/16” thick adhesive back rubber strips to customize the rubber pad for $15.99 before tax. Cut the rubber strips 1/2” in length, and 5/16” in width to apply to the metal track. 3. Clear coating. After I installed all the parts, decals, and applied some touch paint to the model, I applied Rust-Oleum matte clear top coating to the tank, and hopefully the tank can endure the outdoor environment when the coating is dried. 4. Upgrade to 2s Lipo battery. I bought a couple of Sunpadow 2S 7.4V 6000 mAh 70C soft shell batteries a couple of years ago for $17.99 each, and they fit perfectly inside of the battery compartment. However, I did made T connector to Tamiya converter to make it work.

Just got mine in today . It's awsome sounds are good metal tracks are good . It assembles pretty easy and works great very detailed and also a decent size . The only issue was applying the decals was pretty tough they wouldn't stick well and peel from the clear film I was in able to use all of them but I used enough to be happy with it I feel like the stickers were maybe old and caused them not to work to well . But to sum it up this tank is super fun and cool i recommend it also this retailer was very pleasant and helpful. This modle has the metal tracks wich doesn't have a hen long track repair kit the retailer sent a metal track repair kit along with it very much appreciated

Edited to refelect excellent customer service once a misunderstanding was squared away. The seller reached out to resolve the issue and continued to provide assistance as well as answering specific questions. I do recommend the seller. 09/06/2018 Dear Delta DLT - since you didn’t sign your email this is how I will call you. FYI, this is the second model I’ve bought. Whoever did the upgrade work on the King Tiger, kudos for a good craftsmanship. Seller contacted me and I will admit to errors on my part. I made an assumption this tank was a factory pro edition. I am therefore re-rating this tank to a three star from the original one star, and I remain neutral recommending the seller or the product due to the demeanor and the tone of the email I’ve received. After reading the description by the seller, the model is an upgraded variant that has good features. However, the sound box upgrade still plays the recording of a German WW2 tank’s diesel engine sound which is not the M1 Abrams gas turbine engine. Having said all that, the issues with the idler wheel and the sprocket still stand. Metal idler wheel misaligned and seized one track on first run. Disassembled the hull to remove the idler wheel. Upon inspection the idler is comprised of two wheels held together by three screws. Misaligned so badly the wheel would not free rotate on its axle. The bearing between the wheel and the axle tube is an ultra thin metal washer that’s deformed or dished from over tightening. The sprockets are metal. One sprocket was damaged, missing a tooth. Sound upgrade? The sound box is an upgrade. Sadly the recording is not a “realistic” M1A2 gas turbine engine. The running gearbox and the motors sound more like the M1A2. After a few days of running the tank, it’s humming along. There were a few hiccups but it’s a part of R/C tank hobby.

The sound the movement the control are all excellent. the on and off switch can be difficult to get to, but it’s negligible. The scale and the detail of the exterior are spot on. The only improvement would be in the two machine guns on the turret detail is lacking. What would make it more outstanding a Wi-Fi camera in the tank turret.

I was to say good job with the service and product delivery. The tank is awesome! Works great and looks great! I will be making more purchases from you definitely! Thanks for the great experience!

I just love this unit. Does all that is advertised. Well worth the money. I did have a problem with the smoke unit; appeared to have overheated with the heating coil burned out. (I BELIEVE THIS CONDITION WAS MY FAULT) as I unknowingly ran the smoker without adding the required smoke fluid. I contacted the seller DELTA-LT about my smoke unit, ,and to my surprise they quickly sent me a new smoke unit; plus they gifted me with camouflaging sheeting that you cover the tank with. DELT-LT found to be a very trusting and friendly seller. I love the Heng Long brand, best for quality, realism, and bang for your dollar! So happy with the Abrams that I will be ordering the German Tiger I from the seller DELTA-LT !!!

Le seul "b"mol c'est que une fois tout les garniture équipé, la trappe où se trouve le on/off est complètement caché sous la tourelle, il est donc impossible de demarré le MBT M1A2 Tank sans tourner la tourelle a la main, et je ne suis pas sûr que le mécanismes de rotation aime sa.. a tout future acheteur: GARDEZ LA TOURELLE TOURNER A GAUCHE A 90° pour éviter d'endommager le mécanisme de rotation de la tourelle une fois décoré!