Cross RC BT8 1/12 Military APC Kit

Overview

The Cross RC BT8 "Rhino" 1/12 scale 8x8 amphibious military APC kit is a highly detailed scale model designed for advanced model builders seeking exceptional realism on land and water. Featuring a durable all-metal 8x8 drivetrain, independent wheel suspension, a sealed amphibious design, and rear waterjet propulsion, it delivers impressive performance across all terrain. Complete with a 360° rotating turret, CNC-machined aluminum cannon barrel, and realistic military details, the BT8 Rhino offers a unique and rewarding model-building experience.

Features

• True amphibious performance in two domains: Designed with a specially sealed compartment system that isolates the drive modules from the electronics. Features a functional, retractable front wave breaker (water shield) to prevent water from washing over the deck while sailing.
• Rear waterjet propulsion: Equipped with an integrated rear waterjet for navigating on water. The jet can be driven directly by the main gearbox's power take-off (PTO) or by an independent auxiliary motor.
• Straight-axle drive belt system: A groundbreaking, lightweight internal belt-driven 8x8 configuration that improves power transmission efficiency, ensures quiet operation, and significantly lowers the center of gravity for superior stability on land.
• Fully metal 8-wheel independent suspension: Features a complex independent suspension with 8 sets of adjustable steel torsion bars working in parallel with 12 shock-absorbing tubes to maintain maximum tire contact on uneven terrain.
• Realistic 4-axle combined steering: All four axles steer, with a dual front/rear steering ratio (axles 1 and 2 steer forward, axles 3 and 4 steer in the opposite direction) for an incredibly small turning radius of just 530 mm.
• Infinitely rotating 360-degree turret: The fully motorized, infinitely rotating turret features a precision CNC-machined aluminum cannon barrel that can be mechanically raised and lowered.
• Museum-quality details: Supplied with an incredibly detailed ABS armor structure featuring scale periscopes, low-light infrared night-vision lenses, simulated smoke grenade launchers, metal towing eyes, steel cables, and external infantry handrails.

What You Need to Complete

• Radio system
• Steering servos
• Auxiliary servos
• Motor
• ESC
• Battery and charger