Tamiya LEOPARD 2A6 MAIN BATTLE TANK User Manual

Lists and illustrates recommended tools for model assembly.

Contains essential safety warnings for assembly and operation.

Details the early development history of the Leopard tank series.

Covers the Leopard 1 tank's role and specifications in its generation.

Explains the origins and initial development phases of the Leopard 2.

Describes the evolution and upgrades made to the Leopard 2 variants.

Explains the 120mm smoothbore main gun and its capabilities.

Describes the MG3A1 coaxial machine gun used on the Leopard 2.

Details the advanced fire control system for target acquisition and engagement.

Covers the Leopard 2A1 to 2A4 variants and the KWS I & II development plans.

Details the development plans for Leopard 2 upgrades focusing on firepower and survivability.

Describes the internal arrangement and crew stations of the Leopard 2.

Explains the 120mm smoothbore main gun's length and performance.

Details the MG3A1 coaxial machine gun's specifications and ammunition capacity.

Covers the commander's and gunner's sights, laser rangefinder, and stabilization systems.

Explains the advanced composite armor protecting the tank.

Details the powerful MTU diesel engine and HSWL354 transmission.

Describes the tank's steering system and turning capabilities.

Explains the digitally recorded engine sounds synchronized with model actions.

Details the development plans for Leopard 2 upgrades focusing on firepower and survivability.

Provides critical warnings about using the DMD unit with compatible radio systems.

Guidelines for understanding the manual and handling small parts.

Step-by-step guide for assembling the center differential mechanism.

Instructions for assembling the differential gear components.

Guide for assembling the first gear set and related parts.

Instructions for assembling the initial stage of the second gear set.

Steps for completing the second gear set assembly.

Instructions for assembling spur gears and their related parts.

Guide for assembling the first part of the main gear case.

Details the assembly of the running and steering motors.

Steps for installing the motors into the gearbox assembly.

Steps for assembling and installing the drive shafts.

Guide for assembling road wheels, idler wheels, and related parts.

Instructions for assembling and attaching the shock absorbers.

Steps for installing the torsion bar bearings correctly.

Guide for assembling the return rollers.

Instructions for installing the torsion bars into the hull.

Steps for attaching the shock absorbers to the hull.

Guide for mounting the road wheels onto the hull.

Instructions on how to carefully cut and handle photo-etched parts.

Steps for assembling rear hull parts like pintle hooks and shackles.

Guide for attaching the assembled rear hull components.

Instructions for installing the gearbox into the hull.

Guide for installing the drive sprockets, including thread lock usage.

Instructions for fitting the tracks and adjusting tension.

Steps for assembling the speaker box and its components.

Guide for mounting the speaker unit into the tank hull.

Explains how to connect the motor relay and main motor cables correctly.

Steps for attaching the rear grille components to the hull.

Guide for installing the side marker lights using optical fibers.

Steps for assembling the headlight units, including fiber optics.

Instructions for attaching the assembled headlights to the hull.

Steps for attaching the tail light units to the hull.

Guide for assembling the front and rear light units.

Details on routing and connecting optical fibers for lighting effects.

Steps for attaching the side skirt armor panels.

Details on connecting light boards and cables within the upper hull.

Steps for correctly mounting the upper hull onto the lower hull, avoiding cable pinching.

Steps for attaching smaller hull components like mirrors and convoy markers.

Guide for attaching the driver's hatch assembly.

Instructions for attaching the radiator grilles to the hull.

Instructions for attaching the tow cables to the upper hull.

Guide for assembling the turret ring components.

Steps for mounting the turret onto the hull assembly.

Guidance on charging the 7.2V battery pack for the model.

Steps for correctly installing batteries into the transmitter.

Procedures for checking the R/C system and setting servo neutral positions.

Step-by-step guide to setting up the DMD unit with the transmitter.

Instructions for assembling the turret rotation motor and clutch gear.

Steps for assembling the recoil unit and its motor.

Steps for assembling the main R/C circuit board deck.

Guide for installing the mechanism deck into the hull.

Instructions for assembling the gun shield and its related parts.

Instructions for assembling the main gun barrel and its components.

Steps for attaching the armor plates to the gun shield.

Guide for installing the gun barrel onto the turret assembly.

Final steps for attaching the gun barrel and its mounts.

Instructions for mounting the DMD control unit and connecting its various cables.

Guide for connecting all electrical components, motors, and LEDs correctly.

Steps for attaching the rear part of the gun assembly.

Steps for attaching the front armor panels to the turret.

Instructions for assembling the side turret armor panels.

Steps for attaching the assembled side turret armor panels.

Instructions for assembling parts inside the turret.

Steps for assembling turret-specific components like the EMES15 sight.

Guide for assembling the left and right turret baskets.

Steps for assembling additional turret parts like periscopes and wire reels.

Guide for attaching various turret parts to the hull, including track stoppers.

Steps for assembling the commander's and loader's hatches.

Guide for assembling the smoke dischargers, including handling small parts.

Instructions for attaching rotating lights, DMD access doors, and antennas.

Steps for attaching rotating lights and smoke dischargers to the turret.

Guide for attaching the upper turret assembly to the hull.

Instructions on preparing and connecting the antenna cable.

Critical warning about the danger of rotating drive sprockets and necessary precautions.

Guidelines for cutting, bending, and affixing optical fibers safely and effectively.

Advice on using instant cement correctly to avoid damage and ensure adhesion.

Step-by-step instructions for applying waterslide decals.

Lists the contents of the gear bag, including various gears and differential parts.

Details the specific tools and fasteners included in the main tool bag.

Lists the parts contained within the gear shaft bag.

Lists the contents of the shaft bag.

Lists the components found in the hub bag.

Details the parts included in the gearbox plate bag.

Lists the metal bearings and related parts provided in the bag.