What it is?
FT-17 is one of the best tanks of the First World War, the world's first serial French light tank, the layout of which is called classic (control compartment - in front, combat with a circular rotation tower - in the center, and motor-transmission - in the rear). Designed as an immediate infantry support tank in 1916-1917 by the renowned car manufacturer Louis Renault. By November 11, 1918, 3177 Renault tanks had been built. In numerous variants, the FT-17 was in service with more than 20 states and participated in various military conflicts.
Key Benefits
- Our design team paid great attention to the details of the F-17. Ensuring the historical accuracy. The many components make the assembly of this model an interesting build. The “Nimble Fighter” is an iconic addition to our tank series. Allowing model builders collect the entire series.
- The Nimble Fighter model retains all the design features of the original FT-17. Such as a recognizable front hatch for the driver, a rotating gun turret, a tail structure for overcoming trenches. A spring-loaded winding mechanism drives the gears, which turn the tracks, allowing the tank to overcome small obstacles.
- The key for winding mechanism is located under the opening hatch of the engine compartment. Behind the turret there is a latch to start / stop movement of the tank.
- Many parts and complex design will force the users to work hard to assemble this model. But as a result, you will get a historically accurate, functional model of the legendary combat vehicle.
- Like all Metal Time DIY sets, the Nimble Fighter model is made of the highest-quality stainless steel.
What else you need to know
Specifications:
- Quantity of parts, pcs: 179
- Difficulty level, from 1 to 8: 4
- Hours to assemble (average): 8
- Model size (cm): 18.5 x 6.5 x 7.9
- Model size (inch): 7.28 x 2.56 x 3.11
What is in the giftbox?:
- Steel sheets, pcs: 4
- Gears: Yes
- Power spring: Yes
- Pliers: Yes
- File: Yes
- Assembling Gloves: Yes
- Polishing cloth: Yes
- Collector’s Pin: Yes
- Club Stickers: Yes
- Users guide: Yes
Material
Stainless Steel
