Mark-1-Tank.net

Mark-1-Tank.net Mark-1-Tank the best running large scale RC radio control Tanks in the world Run times of over 3 hours are not uncommon. This does not however mean forever!

With 17 years upwards experience we are confident that we supply the best running most reliable large scale RC Tanks in the world. Our reputation for supplying strong, tough and long lasting large scale military Models is second to none. The main tub, top and turret are made from high density fibreglass, up to 25mm thick on the larger scale models, giving un-rivalled strength, detail and durabilit

y along with being corrosion free. All moving mechanical parts [excluding smaller wheeled vehicles like the Willy’s Jeep] are made from metals, including tracks, wheels, sprockets, idlers, suspension, drive train bearings and axles. Rubber is used exclusively for all tyres whether applied to a Tank or wheeled vehicle and is also used for the track blocks where applicable on the modern tracks. Using Chain drive motors [from 250w on 1/8 scale, 350w on 1/6 scale and 500w on 1/4 scale] all our vehicles have more power than is required which makes them very efficient. Typically a 1/6 scale Tank, on level ground, going straight will only draw around 2 amps! The time from order to completion is normally around 24 weeks although this can on occasions take longer. You will always be kept informed of progress and are welcome to contact Mark at any time to discuss. When all the parts are ready for the final assembly you will receive a daily photographic record of each days progress until completion. All Vehicle builds include:


Functional testing


Once all parts of the specific Vehicle has been fitted and individually tested, we spend another period of time running the tank on our specially designed test track. We understand we have the only test track of this type in the UK. Mud, grass, water and several slopes to climb and descend to ensure each tank meets our very high quality standards. A full and detailed visual inspection is then carried out (and recorded) to ensure that no damage has occurred during the function testing. Final testing


With the tank in its finished state, we drive it once again for a further half hour around our unique testing track specifically designed to make these fine working models meet our high quality standards. All batteries are then recharged and the tank is ready for collection or delivery as required. (Delivery prices are provided on application, please Email for details). Customer Field Testing


We insist that all UK customers, when collecting their tank, drive them around our test track for as long as they require ensuring their total satisfaction. For first time RC operators, and even hardy professionals, we will provide as much advice as required to ensure you get the most out of being a Mark-1-Tank RC tank owner. Aftercare


You can contact us 24/7 by Email and we will always do our best to respond quickly and help all our customers enjoy our marvellous RC Vehicles. Warranty


So far this has been reasonably unlimited unless blatantly misused or replacement due to wear and tear.

I have decided to sell my exceptional early ¼ Tunisian Tiger 1, full details on here if you keep scrolling down. Extensi...
27/12/2023

I have decided to sell my exceptional early ¼ Tunisian Tiger 1, full details on here if you keep scrolling down. Extensively modified over “Standard”, IMO it is the most realistic RC Tank I have ever seen and driven, and I have seen a few ;-)
Realistically priced at £13950 UK pounds as this is a one off Never to be repeated. Comes with some spares and back up from me for as long as I am alive.
I wish you all a happy and prosperous new year
Mark.

Morning all.Well, its not a Tank, but i have just finished this as a bit of a fun project, runs great.CheersMark."1/10th...
05/09/2023

Morning all.

Well, its not a Tank, but i have just finished this as a bit of a fun project, runs great.
Cheers
Mark.

"1/10th RC Jeep Wrangler Pick-up 6x6.

This is a custom built one off full 6-wheel drive [no open diffs] Jeep Pick-up with trailer that can easily carry its own weight + in load.
Size is 68.5cms long, 109.5cms with trailer. 21cms wide by 22cms tall. Pick-up weight 5kgs.
Based on a King Kong 6x6 Chassis it has an adapted hard body with opening lockable doors and opening bonnet with full interior detail.
Utilising 2 x 5000mlamp Ni-Cad batteries run times of up to 2 hours are possible
It uses a SCX10 motor, electronics, 2ch RC and wheels/tyres along with front and rear bumpers with the front 4 lights all working LED’s for easy driving at night.
The KK 6x6 chassis has been strengthened and upgraded with re-enforced trailing arms mounts along with a custom Panhard rod to virtually eliminate both rear axle sideways movements.
Metal geared hi-torque steering servo fitted for nice smooth steering control.
Full proportional engine sounds with start-up and shut down
Rear spare wheel is on a swinging rear mount.
The pick-up part of the body is metal as is all the chassis and axles along with leaf spring suspension and all mechanical parts. The leal sprigs allow a decent load to be carried without crushing the suspension but at the same time allow good axle articulation making this a go just about anywhere machine.
All parts have run for less than 1 hour allowing all to be tested thoroughly.
It is all bolted together so the body and cab can all be removed easily if required.

Trailer is a from a 1/6th Jeep with SCX10 wheels/tyres the same as the pick-up, working leaf springs, again to carry a decent load and has a modified axle to allow full independent turning of each wheel. To remove the trailer its just 1 x clip, chain and washer.

Price £995 ono"

80 years ago today in Tunisia [ well, maybe ;-) ]
13/04/2023

80 years ago today in Tunisia [ well, maybe ;-) ]

I know that snow in Tunisia might be a bit rare, But ;-)
08/03/2023

I know that snow in Tunisia might be a bit rare, But ;-)

For saleOriginal twin ESC sound board for a Tiger/Panther etc. Comes with Futaba RC, receiver and speakers. All you need...
08/03/2023

For sale
Original twin ESC sound board for a Tiger/Panther etc. Comes with Futaba RC, receiver and speakers. All you need to do is add 12v power to the ESC unit, fit a new battery in the Futaba and go. I have tested it all and it works perfectly. This will cope with any of my Tanks running on 12v, it can handle 2 x 350 w motors all ok.
£200 collected, postage is extra.

21/12/2022

Like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy new year 👍🎄😀

P.S. The lovely 1/6th KT below is still for sale :-)

1/6th King Tiger just arrived, original owner from 6 years ago reckons only done no more than 3 hours which looks to be ...
23/11/2022

1/6th King Tiger just arrived, original owner from 6 years ago reckons only done no more than 3 hours which looks to be so. Mainly been used to admire :-)
Full options, runs great, looks great as new, price £3950. They were £5250 new before February. This one also has some nice additional detail.
Will include full service and check over. C/W 4-year-old Hitec Flash 7 RC. [24v chain drive]

Mudguards included but not fitted at present and 3 figures including Wittmann and Woll in the turret.

Coming to a Cinema near you next year ;-)
12/11/2022

Coming to a Cinema near you next year ;-)

22/09/2022

Hello everyone.

Just a short note to say I am still open. Obviously, I cannot supply any new Tanks, but I have quite a few spare parts, bodywork, older gearbox parts and tracks mostly and am still offering servicing, upgrades to chain drive, detailing and re painting, 24v electronics etc.
Just message or email me with any work you might require for your Tanks.

Cheers
Mark.

45 hours now and going strong :-)
01/08/2022

45 hours now and going strong :-)

16/06/2022

And the last bunch of 132 build photos. Hope you all find them interesting :-)

16/06/2022

More build photos

16/06/2022

Been having a play with this program that groups a load of pics together. All going to plan, here will be all the photos of the build over 6 months showing the construction of 1/4 Tiger 132.

Finally happy with the "look" of 132 now its done 33 hours and weathered itself perfectly :-) IMO, working models will a...
13/06/2022

Finally happy with the "look" of 132 now its done 33 hours and weathered itself perfectly :-) IMO, working models will always look weathered better, due to.

War & Peace show, 2005. The "Gang" just about to go in our arena and destroy stuff ;-)
09/06/2022

War & Peace show, 2005. The "Gang" just about to go in our arena and destroy stuff ;-)

As requested, some more close up photos of 132 :-)
17/05/2022

As requested, some more close up photos of 132 :-)

Tiger 132 undergoing its first “service “at 26 hours runningTightened all the 30mm suspension bush nuts, one being loose...
16/05/2022

Tiger 132 undergoing its first “service “at 26 hours running
Tightened all the 30mm suspension bush nuts, one being loose making a swing arm, well swing more than it should!
Also found some of the Sprocket teeth bolts loose. Removed some of the mud build up in the wheels and suspension arms, Tracks have been tensioned twice with rearward movement almost out. General check over, all good.

So far one of the 4 x 100mm PC cooling fans under the rear grills failed and replaced, and the battery voltage/temperature gauge failed, both made in China!

I estimate 132 has covered around 50 miles so far and even after around 2 hours running on 1 charge, the batteries still showed 89% capacity.

I worked out the power and torque ratings as near as possible and 132 has 1.35 BHP and including the 3.1 reduction gearing 5.7 pounds torque, or 7.7 NMs.
Interestingly, the torque/ton rating on 132 is very close to the 1/1 Tiger, being just below, whilst power to weight 132 has around half of the 1/1 Tiger.

Hope I have not bored you all too much :-)

132 on a rather muddy  “Jolly” ;-)
11/05/2022

132 on a rather muddy “Jolly” ;-)

132 showing off its VAST suspension travel ;-) Have a great bank holiday all :-)
29/04/2022

132 showing off its VAST suspension travel ;-) Have a great bank holiday all :-)

Tiger 132 undergoing maintenance, replacing one of the cooling fans ;-)
26/04/2022

Tiger 132 undergoing maintenance, replacing one of the cooling fans ;-)

I reckon this has to be my favourite photo of 1/4 Tiger 132 to date.
12/04/2022

I reckon this has to be my favourite photo of 1/4 Tiger 132 to date.

Tiger tracks :-)
06/04/2022

Tiger tracks :-)

04/04/2022

Hi All

Due to the current terrible situation in the Ukraine this is unfortunately creating longer delays in obtaining the main parts for the Tanks which as you are probably already aware are made in Volgograd Russia.
I am in contact with my Russian suppliers who are well aware of current events and are also on hold until the situation improves.

As soon as the situation improves which I am confident it will, parts will start to come through again. As to how long the delays will be, it is impossible to say at present.

Thank you for your understanding

Best Regards

Mark.

Have a great weekend all :-)
01/04/2022

Have a great weekend all :-)

Tiger 132 in the workshop for a bit of track tensioning :-)
01/04/2022

Tiger 132 in the workshop for a bit of track tensioning :-)

30/03/2022

Would anybody be willing to help me make a video of my 1/4 Tiger 132 doing its thing ??? I am not able to do this myself, and it would need to be uploaded not from here as our internet speed is rubbish, thanks in advance. Cheers Mark.

¼ Tiger 132 now ready for “action” :-)
30/03/2022

¼ Tiger 132 now ready for “action” :-)

Rear view. Just the side track cable brackets to make and fit now, then painting for the "red" bits :-)
28/03/2022

Rear view. Just the side track cable brackets to make and fit now, then painting for the "red" bits :-)

Address

Easton Manor Farm
Wi******er
SO211DG

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Mark-1-Tank.net posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Mark-1-Tank.net:

Videos

Share

Our Story

With 20 years experience we are confident that we supply the best running most reliable large scale RC Tanks in the world. Our reputation for supplying strong, tough and long lasting large scale military Models is second to none. The main tub, top and turret are made from high density fibreglass, up to 25mm thick on the larger scale models, giving un-rivalled strength, detail and durability along with being corrosion free. All moving mechanical parts [excluding smaller wheeled vehicles like the Willy’s Jeep] are made from metals, including tracks, wheels, sprockets, idlers, suspension, drive train bearings and axles. Rubber is used exclusively for all tyres whether applied to a Tank or wheeled vehicle and is also used for the track blocks where applicable on the modern tracks. Using Chain drive motors [from 250w on 1/8 scale, 350w on 1/6 scale and 500w on 1/4 scale] all our vehicles have more power than is required which makes them very efficient. Typically a 1/6 scale Tank, on level ground, going straight will only draw around 2 amps! Run times of over 3 hours are not uncommon. The time from order to completion is normally around 24 weeks although this can on occasions take longer. You will always be kept informed of progress and are welcome to contact Mark at any time to discuss. When all the parts are ready for the final assembly you will receive a daily photographic record of each days progress until completion. All Vehicle builds include: Functional testing Once all parts of the specific Vehicle has been fitted and individually tested, we spend another period of time running the tank on our specially designed test track. We understand we have the only test track of this type in the UK. Mud, grass, water and several slopes to climb and descend to ensure each tank meets our very high quality standards. A full and detailed visual inspection is then carried out (and recorded) to ensure that no damage has occurred during the function testing. Final testing With the tank in its finished state, we drive it once again for a further half hour around our unique testing track specifically designed to make these fine working models meet our high quality standards. All batteries are then recharged and the tank is ready for collection or delivery as required. (Delivery prices are provided on application, please Email for details). Customer Field Testing We insist that all UK customers, when collecting their tank, drive them around our test track for as long as they require ensuring their total satisfaction. For first time RC operators, and even hardy professionals, we will provide as much advice as required to ensure you get the most out of being a Mark-1-Tank RC tank owner. Aftercare You can contact us 24/7 by Email and we will always do our best to respond quickly and help all our customers enjoy our marvellous RC Vehicles. Warranty So far this has been reasonably unlimited unless blatantly misused or replacement due to wear and tear. This does not however mean forever!