{"product_id":"tiger-1-plastic-edition","title":"Taigen 1\/16 Tiger 1 - Plastic Edition","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .tl-wrap { font-family: inherit; color: #1a1a1a; max-width: 800px; margin: 0 auto; }\n  .tl-intro { border-left: 3px solid #F47B20; padding: 0 0 0 16px; margin-bottom: 2rem; }\n  .tl-intro-eyebrow { font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: .16em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #F47B20; margin-bottom: 6px; }\n  .tl-intro-title { font-size: 22px; font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a1a; margin-bottom: 10px; line-height: 1.2; }\n  .tl-intro-body { font-size: 14px; color: #444; line-height: 1.7; }\n  .tl-value-note { background: #f7f7f7; border: 1px solid #e8e8e8; border-radius: 10px; padding: 14px 16px; margin-bottom: 2rem; font-size: 13px; color: #444; line-height: 1.7; }\n  .tl-value-note-label { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: .1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #F47B20; margin-bottom: 4px; }\n  .tl-pills { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; 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margin-bottom: 2rem; font-size: 13px; color: #444; line-height: 1.7; }\n  .tl-upgrade-label { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: .1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #F47B20; margin-bottom: 4px; }\n  .tl-manual { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 14px; background: #fff8f3; border: 1px solid #F47B20; border-radius: 10px; padding: 16px 18px; margin-bottom: 2rem; text-decoration: none; }\n  .tl-manual-icon { font-size: 28px; flex-shrink: 0; }\n  .tl-manual-title { font-size: 13px; font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a1a; margin-bottom: 2px; }\n  .tl-manual-sub { font-size: 11.5px; color: #888; }\n  .tl-manual-arrow { margin-left: auto; font-size: 18px; color: #F47B20; font-weight: 700; }\n  @media (max-width: 600px) { .tl-card-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; } .tl-pack-list { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"tl-wrap\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tl-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-intro-eyebrow\"\u003eTaigen Tanks · 1\/16 Scale · Plastic Edition\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-intro-title\"\u003eTaigen 1\/16 Tiger 1 - Plastic Edition\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-intro-body\"\u003eThe legendary Tiger 1 in 1\/16 scale - all the iconic functions at an accessible entry price. Features proportional throttle and turret control, proportional smoke, 270° turret rotation with optional 360° upgrade, turret elevation, metal barrel, metal torsion bar suspension, realistic sound effects, and LED machine gun. Available in airsoft BB or infrared, ready to run out of the box.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tl-value-note\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-value-note-label\"\u003ePlastic Edition - What This Means\u003c\/div\u003e\n    The Plastic Edition uses a plastic turret, hull, tracks, and wheels in place of the metal components found on the Full Metal Edition. The metal barrel, torsion bar suspension, and all V3 electronics remain the same. The ideal entry point into Taigen RC tanks - same experience, lower price.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tl-pills\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tl-pill\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tl-pill-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eProportional Smoke\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tl-pill\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tl-pill-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMetal Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tl-pill\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tl-pill-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTorsion Bar Suspension\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tl-pill\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tl-pill-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e270° Turret Rotation\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tl-pill\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tl-pill-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e360° Kit Available\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tl-pill\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tl-pill-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTurret Elevation\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tl-pill\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tl-pill-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eLED Machine Gun\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tl-pill\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tl-pill-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSound Effects\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tl-pill\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tl-pill-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eV3 Electronics\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tl-pill\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tl-pill-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRTR - Ready to Run\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tl-section-head\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-section-icon\"\u003e⚙️\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-icon\"\u003e💨\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-title\"\u003eProportional Smoke\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-body\"\u003eSmoke output scales with throttle input - a light wisp at idle, a heavy plume at full speed. Smoke fluid included in the accessory kit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-icon\"\u003e🔄\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-title\"\u003e270° Turret + Elevation\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-body\"\u003eProportional 270° turret rotation and barrel elevation control included. Upgrade to full 360° rotation anytime with the optional kit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-icon\"\u003e🎯\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-title\"\u003eAirsoft or Infrared\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-body\"\u003eAirsoft fires 6mm .12–.20g BBs at 100–150fps for target practice. Infrared emits a beam detected by other Taigen IR-equipped tanks for safe combat play.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-icon\"\u003e🔩\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-title\"\u003eMetal Barrel \u0026amp; Suspension\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-body\"\u003eMetal barrel and metal torsion bar suspension - the key structural components match the Full Metal Edition for durability where it counts most.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-icon\"\u003e🔊\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-title\"\u003eRealistic Sound Effects\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-body\"\u003eV3 electronics with authentic Tiger engine, firing, and movement sounds plus an LED machine gun for full battlefield immersion.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-icon\"\u003e📡\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-title\"\u003eV3 Electronics\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-card-body\"\u003eSame advanced V3 board as the Metal Edition - compatible with most 6-channel hobby-grade transmitters and receivers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tl-section-head\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-section-icon\"\u003e🎖️\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eThe Real Tank: WWII History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tl-history\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Tiger 1 was a game-changer from the moment it first appeared on the battlefield in 1942. Armed with the 8.8cm KwK 36 gun, it could destroy any Allied or Soviet tank at ranges where return fire was nearly impossible. Over 50 tons of armor and firepower, it was the tank every Allied commander feared most and every German crew wanted to command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAt the Battle of Kursk in 1943 - the largest tank battle in history - small numbers of Tiger 1s held defensive positions against overwhelming Soviet forces, destroying dozens of enemy tanks while sustaining minimal losses. Stories from both sides describe the Tiger's psychological impact as much as its physical one. The mere report of Tigers in the area could halt an Allied advance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMore than 1,300 Tiger 1s were produced between 1942 and 1944, and they claimed over 1,500 enemy tanks and vehicles before being succeeded by the King Tiger. Its advanced features - interleaved road wheels, the powerful Maybach engine, and the devastating 88mm gun - influenced tank design worldwide. The Tiger 1 remains the most recognized and studied tank of World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tl-section-head\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-section-icon\"\u003e📋\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"tl-table\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximate Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.1 × 7 × 6.7 in (41 × 18 × 17 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximate Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.4 lbs (4.7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGearboxes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZinc (3:1, Mid\/Low, 48mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiring Unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAirsoft BB or Infrared (choose variant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAirsoft Velocity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100–150fps with .12–.20g 6mm BBs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurret\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic turret with metal barrel, 270° rotation (360° kit available)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurret Elevation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - proportional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpper Hull\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower Chassis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal \u0026amp; plastic hybrid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuspension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal torsion bar system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive \u0026amp; Idler Wheels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoad Wheels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic caterpillar tracks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.2V 2000mAh NiMH (included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadio System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.4GHz with V3 electronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmoke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProportional (scales with throttle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpper hull MG LED \u0026amp; LED headlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tl-upgrade\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-upgrade-label\"\u003eWant the Full Metal Experience?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    The Taigen Tiger 1 Full Metal Edition upgrades to full metal tracks, turret, drive wheels, road wheels, and chassis for collectors who want the premium build. Browse the Metal Edition lineup for more.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tl-section-head\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-section-icon\"\u003e📦\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"tl-pack-list\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tl-pack-check\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e1\/16 Taigen Tiger 1 Tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tl-pack-check\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e2.4GHz Transmitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tl-pack-check\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eV3 Taigen Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tl-pack-check\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e7.2V 2000mAh NiMH Battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tl-pack-check\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e7.2V Wall Charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tl-pack-check\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eAccessory Kit with Smoke Fluid\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tl-pack-check\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e100× 6mm Airsoft BBs (airsoft variant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tl-pack-check\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eIR Receiver not included (infrared variant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tl-section-head\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-section-icon\"\u003e🔌\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eTransmitter Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tl-compat\"\u003e\n    Compatible with most 6-channel PWM-capable hobby-grade transmitters and receivers with minimal or no setup required. Note: Spektrum receivers require a 5V output. See the manual for full setup instructions.\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-compat-brands\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tl-brand-tag\"\u003eSpektrum\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tl-brand-tag\"\u003eFrSky\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tl-brand-tag\"\u003eFlySky\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tl-brand-tag\"\u003eFutaba\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tl-brand-tag\"\u003eJR\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tl-brand-tag\"\u003eTBS Crossfire\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/6054\/6983\/files\/12010-12041.pdf?v=1597519544\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"tl-manual\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-manual-icon\"\u003e📄\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-manual-title\"\u003eDownload the Manual\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tl-manual-sub\"\u003eTaigen Tiger 1 - Full PDF instructions\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tl-manual-arrow\"\u003e↗\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Taigen Tanks","offers":[{"title":"Airsoft \/ Desert Tan","offer_id":49282935161069,"sku":"TAG12020","price":271.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Airsoft \/ Flat Grey","offer_id":49282935193837,"sku":"TAG12022","price":271.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Infrared \/ Desert Tan","offer_id":49282935226605,"sku":"TAG12021","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0527\/4812\/4334\/files\/Taigen_116_Tiger_1_-_Plastic_Edition.png?v=1781643989","url":"https:\/\/www.imexrc.com\/products\/tiger-1-plastic-edition","provider":"IMEX Model Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}