Desert Yellow Fury: Mato Panzer III Ready to Rumble in 1/16 Scale
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German Panzer III Desert Yellow Metal 1/16 Scale Medium Battle Tank - RTR from Mato - MAT1223-002
The German Panzer III, officially the Panzerkampfwagen III, was a medium tank pivotal to early German battlefield successes during World War II. Designed in the 1930s, it was intended to counter enemy tanks and complement the Panzer IV which primarily focused on infantry support. The Panzer III featured a 37 mm KwK 36 L/45 gun in early versions, later upgraded to a more effective 50 mm KwK 38 or KwK 39 to match evolving battlefield threats.
Weighing around 20 tons, the Panzer III was powered by a 300-horsepower Maybach engine, enabling a top speed of approximately 40 km/h. Its suspension system provided good mobility across varied terrain, making it versatile for different combat scenarios. Early models had 15 mm of armor, later increased to 50 mm or more to improve survivability.
The Panzer III was extensively used during the invasions of Poland, France, and the early stages of Operation Barbarossa. However, as Soviet T-34s and KV tanks emerged, the Panzer III’s firepower and armor was proven inadequate. By 1943, it was largely replaced by the Panzer IV and Panther in frontline roles, but it continued to serve in secondary roles, such as reconnaissance and command vehicles. Its reliability and balanced design made it a cornerstone of early German armored warfare.
Mato tanks are the ultimate expression of 1/16 scale, all-metal, handcrafted RC tank models. Delivered in a custom-crafted aluminum carrying case, each Mato tank offered by Motion RC contains an extensive list of premium upgrades, including a Flysky 10 channel transmitter, Clark TK50S MFCB, metal tracks, wheels, and sprockets, LED lights, sound system, 360-degree turret rotation, Heng Long and Tamiya-compatible IR battle system, cannon barrel recoil, exhaust smoke system, cannon flash, adjustable track tensioners, 5:1 ratio steel gearboxes, adjustable sound effect volume, realistic torsion bar suspension and more!
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Handmade, Not Mass-Produced Each Mato tank is individually fabricated and assembled by skilled factory artisans, resulting in a one-of-a-kind replica that any RC armor enthusiast would be proud to own and operate. |
All Metal Construction Mato tanks feature meticulously handcrafted metal hulls, chassis, and tracks. The Panzer III contains a torsion bar suspension system for scale realism and performance. |
Premium Control All Mato tanks offered by Motion RC contain an upgraded 10-channel Flysky transmitter and Clark TK50S Multi-Function Control Board (MFCB). |
Custom Carrying Case Each Mato tank is delivered in a custom-crafted, durable aluminum case, perfect for secure storage and transportation. |
Individualized Serial Number Every Mato tank contains a unique VIN to provide customers with individualized support and technical assistance when required. |
360° Turret Rotation All Mato tanks feature complete, 360 degree turret rotation for scale realism and battlefield convenience. |
Unsurpassed Scale Realism Mato leaves no detail behind, resulting in a model at home on display or at the battlefield. |
Metal Gearboxes The 5:1 ratio metal gearboxes provide powerful operation and optimum durability for an unsurpassed scale-realistic RC model tank experience. |
Features:
- 100% handcrafted from metal by skilled factory artisans
- Factory painted-ready for graphics and weathering
- Aluminum carrying case for convenient storage and transportation
- Advanced Flysky 10-channel 2.4GHz transmitter
- Clark TK50S Multi-Function Control Board (MFCB)
- Proportional acceleration, steering, turret traverse, and gun elevation/depression
- Programmable radio settings for recoil, turning control, throttle feel, high speed and low-speed modes, etc.
- Exhaust smoke effect (on/off)
- Headlights (on/off)
- Selectable sound sets with unique engine start, idle, accelerating, traverse, elevate, machine gun, cannon firing, and shutdown sound with variable volume
- Adjustable track tension
- Track recoil - This shudders the tank briefly rearward to simulate recoil when firing the main cannon
- 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 (compatible with Heng Long and Tamiya IR Battle Systems)
- Torsion bar suspension with metal tracks, sprockets, idlers, and road wheels
Includes:
- Mato German Panzer III Desert Yellow Metal 1/16 Scale Medium Battle Tank - RTR
- 2S 7.4v 3000mAh Li-ion battery with Tamiya connector
- 2S LiPo/Li-ion battery charger
- Flysky 10-channel 2.4GHz radio transmitter
- Infrared (IR) battle system receiver
- Smoke oil
- Owner’s manuals
- Custom aluminum carrying case
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
