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TYPHOON TK-208 NEW Master Scale Series

Russian Ballistic-Missile Submarine NATO-Codename "TYPHOON"

The Russian Typhoon-Class are the largest submarines ever built with a displacement of 28,000 t. The first submarine of this class was named Akula (shark) and commenced service in 1981. Its tactical number is TK-208. Six submarines of this type were released; a seventh one was never completed.
This class was also seen in the movie "Hunt for the Red October". These submarines are powered by two atomic reactors, each generating over 40,000 HP and reaching a maximum speed of 27 nautical knots. The Typhoon-Class has a length of about 172 meters and a crew of 150 men.

Its mere dimensions are breathtaking. Even at a scale of 1/100 the model appears bombastic and to some extend frightening. With a length of 1720 mm (68"), a width of 228 mm (9") and a displacement of 21/22,6 kg (emerged/submerged) this model is a real eye-catcher.

This model of the Typhoon is powered by two electric motors, which propel twin brass propellers. At its heart is a reduction gear system which delivers power from the motors to the propellers so efficiently, there is no excessive strain on the motors, no rapid depletion of the motor battery, thus, reaching a running-time of up to 1,5 hours.

All components are "made in Germany", including he hull unit and the pressure proof compartment which are made of glass fibre.

The pressure proof compartment is reinforced by steel inlays and is glued into the lower hull with the Polyester laminating resin and the Micro-Balloons supplied with the kit.

The fins as well as the dive planes and rudders are all made of resin and are ready for assembly.

The kit also includes the electric mechanism for retracting the front dive planes, which are also functional as such.

The kit includes:
• Upper and lower hull and pressure proof compartment made of glass fibre
• Conning Tower FULLY DETAILLED cast in Resin
• Fins, rudders and dive planes cast in resin
• Complete set of fittings
• 2 drive motors with gear box
• Props, prop shafts and couplings made of brass
• Electric mechanism for retracting the front dive planes
• All necessary accessories (such as links, screws etc.)
• Ballast (lead)
• Polyester laminating resin with hardener and Micro Balloons
• Complete Diving System type TAE or TAES.
• Instructions and the plans in ENGLISH, 2 sheets fully detailed and drawn 1:1, as well as additional drawings (also in 3-D)

The standard version of the kit includes the complete diving system consisting of two dive pumps with 825 ml each (total volume 1.65 liters) each and an electric switch unit featuring the AutoStop and the electronic AutoTrim device which allows you to bring the model into a state of perfect buoyancy (System Type TAE).
This system works just like the TA System but is controlled by a microprocessor instead of a servo with micro switches mounted on the switch board.
In addition, the TAE System incorporates a Fail Safe device which means, that the model emerges as soon as the R/C command is interrupted for longer than approx. 4 seconds (adjustable to 7 sec.).
Furthermore, System Type TAE can alternatively be ordered as TAES with Static Depth Controller.

All switch units, regardless of system type, are pre-soldered and ready-to-run. All diving systems including the ballast tanks and the switch units have passed rigorous quality and functional checks.

Necessary but not included:
• R/C system with min. 5 channels
• 3 servos (standard size)
• Speed controller min. 15Amp (2 recommended)
• Lead acid battery 6V/12Amp
• Receiver battery

Technical Data:
• Scale 1/100
• Length 1720 mm (68")
• Width 228 mm (9")
• Displacement emerged 21 kg submerged 22,6 kg
• Speed approx. 5 km/h (3,1 mph)

Further options:
A conning tower mechanism is optionally available. This feature allows you to drive the periscope, radar and antenna in and out of the conning tower. The kit includes all necessary components including electric motor (Item-No. 1596-1).

The Master Scale Series now features a highly detailed hull unit and fully scribed, resin-cast conning tower!

Improved version with CNC-machined Tech Carrier©.

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Model	Product Name+	Quantity	Buy Now	Price
1596-Z	Boat Stand TYPHOON TK-208			79,80 EUR Incl. 67,06 EUR Excl.
1596-3	Bow Thruster for TK-208 TYPHOON			89,00 EUR Incl. 74,79 EUR Excl.
1596-1	Conning Tower Mechanism for TK-208 TYPHOON			176,00 EUR Incl. 147,90 EUR Excl.
1596-P	Plans and manual TK-208 TYPHOON			25,00 EUR Incl. 21,01 EUR Excl.
1596	TYPHOON TK-208 MasterScale Basic Kit without Diving System			978,00 EUR Incl. 821,85 EUR Excl.
1596-TAE	TYPHOON TK-208 MasterScale with Diving System TAE			1.298,00 EUR Incl. 1.090,76 EUR Excl.
1596-TMX	TYPHOON TK-208 MasterScale with Diving System TMAX			1.425,00 EUR Incl. 1.197,48 EUR Excl.
1596-SET	TYPHOON TK-208 MasterScale- TMAX SET			1.890,00 EUR Incl. 1.588,24 EUR Excl.

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