Wikipedia states that the Panzer II had 80mm of armor, so it clearly
deserves a defensive rating of 4. The rules were changed a very long
time ago to allow 1:6 scale vehicles, so it's clearly a legal size.
Why do you consider it a "rule beater" ... because the Panzer II existed
in real life o
Basically, I screwed up twice when I wrote the first set of rules. I
originally had only "tanks", "armored cars", "trucks" and "artillery"
and all vehicles had to be at least 36" long. Will and I both agreed
that simpler was better, because the R/C warship hobby had literally
dozens of differ
I still don't get your point. You asked for a higher rating for your
T34 and you got it because we cared more about having fun than adhering
to the exact wording of a simple rule. Where did the process fail?
On 12/18/2013 1:07 AM, TyngTech wrote:
Sounds impressive but the fact is the T-34 ha
I'll be serious for a moment. Why can't it just be everyone gets 4/40
rating, 36" rule or 1/6th scale, and everyone has a frontal exclusion? No
more worrying about size, capacity, or armor ratings. People could then
build anything they want and play every piece on level ground. Like I said
thou
>
> In addition, I think speed limits make sense. Finally, the frontal hit
> exclusion rule should be abolished (my preference), or applied equally to
> both tanks and armored cars.
>
We need the frontal exclusion. Without it the game is unplayable. I agree
that armored cars are a non-option
>
> I guess the speed limit rule to me would cause me concern. To me, if I
> can get my 150lb. KV-2 doing 6-7 miles per hour so be it.
>
I can tell you've never been hit by another tank while fixated on yours and
the one your shooting at, and through the tunnel vision of a paintball
helmet.
>
> The T-34 Wikipedia page has a table showing various configurations
> throughout WW-II and it shows "20-70mm" of armor for the 1943 T-34
> version and "20-90mm" of armor for the T-34-85.
>
I don't recall Wikipedia being around at the time or if it was, being
considered a reliable data sour
don't forget there's a lot of them older seniors and they can't always run
as to avoiding a run-away, if it's coming from any direction other than
right in front of a battler, how would they be able to tell it's a run-away
until it hits them (other than the man down hollering run-away)? as t
why? i would think that one of you who love to dabble in electronics could
figure out a fire control unit using a 555 timing chip (or don't they make
them any more) or something that would trigger a small relay, this way no
matter how much you hit the fire button, it won't fire the gun until
I guess the speed limit rule to me would cause me concern. To me, if I can
get my 150lb. KV-2 doing 6-7 miles per hour so be it. If you can't get out
of the way of a runaway tank doing 6mph on the battlefield, maybe you
shouldn't be on the battlefield... :) That's why there are external kill
swi
I believe there are very few armored cars in the hobby directly because of the
rules. Also, I shied away from building a Bradley AFV because the rules put it
at a disadvantage.
I agree with either proposed change: make everything 4/40 or base the stats on
length.
In addition, I think speed
Nice job ! You've undoubtedly earned the title of 'coolest teacher ever'.
- Doug
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To: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, December 17, 2013 2:20:39 PM
Subject: [TANKS] Battle for juniors
RC tank battling became a reality for juni
A 'silent brother' in the Pitelli family ?
That's an oxymoron.
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From: "Paul"
To: "tank club"
Sent: Monday, December 16, 2013 6:57:42 PM
Subject: [TANKS] The Silent Brother Speaks
Tankers,
I've seen a flurry of recent posts discussing the merits of differe
The T-34 Wikipedia page has a table showing various configurations
throughout WW-II and it shows "20-70mm" of armor for the 1943 T-34
version and "20-90mm" of armor for the T-34-85.
On 12/17/2013 4:52 PM, TyngTech wrote:
Since the T005 was fast becoming the third operational tank (and the
PTB
You presented your case for the T-34 and it was awarded a higher rating
because of the excellent research data provided and the professional
manner in which it was presented. The process worked exactly as expected
and the outcome was what you wanted.
Why is this an example of how the process p
Isaac , there are very sensible safety reasons why speed limits were set,
Steve , your length of asset suggestion make good logic to me .
Id like to rephrase my question :-
Does anyone have knowledge of anyone who was going to build a tank (of any
type/scale) but consequently did not build any
the only issue i would have with speed is racing them across the field, and
the owner having to run right behind them. if for any reason they were to
trip and fall and the tank suddenly steer off course (or just loosing
control of the tank) depending on the size/weight/speed it could severely
No video this time but it would only be worth while for its comic value at
this point in proceedings.
within a few months I`ll have Phil Palmers donation (To55) in play, I just
really need to fit a nerf gun to its tiny turret (easier said than done)
and it`ll be battle ready.
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how did the paper mache hold up during the battle? anything put it to the
test?
just read what you said about videoing the battles so i am wondering, did
any of the kids video and post it? and what was the battle called, was it
Battle for Juniors or did you call it something else (just thin
sounds like it was a blast, any chance there will be un-cut videos of these
battles in the future? was any taken this time?
chris
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Id like to unequivocally voice my opposition to speed limits. People who
wish to spend more time or money on their drive-train and ESC systems
should be allowed to do so without an artificial ceiling. To me regulating
the speed is a serious affront to the openness of the sport both to
innovation a
>
> Id like to know if there is anyone who was going to build a tank (of any
> type/scale) who didnt, directly because of the rules ?
>
>
When I'd started the T005 T34-85 back in the day, I assumed that armor
would be measured in the horizontal plane (to account for sloped armor) but
the power
Id like to know if there is anyone who was going to build a tank (of any
type/scale) who didnt, directly because of the rules ?
Neil R
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Hello Loic,
Id love to. but Id be out of a job within a week for gross misconduct. safe
guarding rules prohibit not only staff photographing students but posting
vids on youtube would be a firing squad offence.
However I am friends with our "communications officer" who as part of her
job is to
Neil,
Sounds like it was a blast. Do keep us posted on future events!
Steve "Tiny Mind" Tyng
On Tuesday, December 17, 2013 2:20:39 PM UTC-5, neroc1 wrote:
>
> RC tank battling became a reality for juniors last friday, 13,12, 2013
> What I am calling a Nerf "taster" battle took place in GO
Neil,
Please take a video of the combat next time you battle and post it on
YouTube! I would love to see those kids going at it.
Cheers from Utah,
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Sent: Tuesday, December 17, 2013 12:21 PM
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A while back the Mid-Atlantic group sat down to discuss a rules change in
regards to vehicle ratings. If I recall correctly, two proposals were
floated as possible replacements for the current system. These were
all vehicles have a 4/40 rating or ratings would be based on the size of
the mo
Thank you Steve, it was and I will .
I think it takes a mighty mind to truly enjoy tiny mind adventures.
Neil " forget you 13th century crop rotation facts at your peril " R
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RC tank battling became a reality for juniors last friday, 13,12, 2013
What I am calling a Nerf "taster" battle took place in GO9 oka (Resistant
Materials) .
7 students in turns experienced some intense panic moments and some good
old moments of glory as they commanded two assets - To68 and To
And if you believe that, then you probably think that ObamaCare will
make health costs go down, artificial sweeteners are safe, and Anna
Nicole married for love ...
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