Can we say we are talking about a small simple tank , without
suspension or super charged motors.
Q1/ Each part will require listing and individually pricing.
In the UK :-
i, Drive motors £100.
ii, Drive controller £100.
iii, Marker + bottle + mask £140.
iv, Radio set £100.
v, Turret motor/controller £60.
vi, batteries+charger £100.
vii, structure material £60.
viii, Axles+drive gear £50.
ix, wheels+track £0-200.
x, fixings+paint £40.
That comes to a whopping total of up to £750.00 - £950.00
Note : These prices are for `new` items, second hand/salvaged or
liberated items do pop up sometimes.
A builder may already have many of these items bringing the total down
considerably .
Q2/ This is the biggest unknown factor. I would say to be realistic ,
300 hours.
Work time will greatly reduce with higher skills and better equipment.
Q3/ Where possible I think apart from the hull and turret (unless part
of a kit) and maybe tracks depending on type, everything would be
better bought ready made. for reasons of standardization and
reliability.
Q4/ If a starter kit is in consideration by some one on here, what
tank or tanks would be on offer?
I do believe that people delude themselves when starting to build a
tank. I`ve seen so many people build a plywood tank shaped box , then
disappear off the forum.
New people will generally want to build their "own" tank , even if
they are without the ability. when I say ability I also mean
determination.
Neil R
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