Looks like the Hooben T-55 is slipping towards late summer. Hooben is a Chinese manufacturer that produces RC submarines and boats. This is a new venture for them. The price is estimated to be between $220 and $400. The tank will be produced in kit form and "may" be available with upgrade options. For more info, contact Sophia at sales@hooben.com There is also another rumor of Hooben producing an Elefant around Dec. 2009. Sometimes these rumors have panned out.
No word as of today on the Mato Sherman. So far we believe based on input from RC Universe forum threads, they will be releasing the , M4A3(75), M4A3 (76), M4A3E2 Jumbo, M36 Jackson, M3 Lee (LuLu Bell), M10 Destroyer, M31 Tank Recovery vehicle, M7 Priest, M4A1 direct vision hood, M4A2 and variants, M3 Grant, Firefly. Exact schedule and firm plans have yet to be seen. Additional they are supposed to have the option of the airsoft gun (first release) and a Tamiya compatible IR system and have spare parts availability.
As I predicted, in Jan., here comes the HL Panther G
No word on release date yet, but it probably will be very soon.
RC Command is producing it's own series of custom tanks. Typically they have metal tracks, upgraded gearboxes, Tamiya compatible battle systems, and custom paint. view their website and select the "custom tanks" tab, or contact. They are also producing a Tamiya compatible Battle system for the Heng Long tanks with a super sound system. The not so good news is the system only works with the stock receiver (27 mhz, 6 channels). But for $95 it might pan out. sales@rccommand.com for specific info.
