Imex-Erik

Hey tankers!
So while at the show bossman decided he really like the Puma and is going to distribute through IMEX/Taigen! It will be available through us around summer time. I will get more details when he gets back so please don't shoot the messenger Ok so here it is:

The Puma is made by Xion and is expected to be released around summer time. It will be in 1/16th scale, metal, 8 wheel steering, unpainted, and in KIT FORM. There are no electronics included in the package, but as you all know plenty of systems are available I'm sure we can make work The estimated (not final) price is looking to be about $699 for the kit. Here are some more pictures:


As more information is made available I will update. More info can be found by checking their site here: http://shop.xion.de/
I know I cant wait for this to get in, this thing looks like it will be a blast to build!

CaptainB

Oh man what are you doing to us - first the Jagdtiger and now this - I'll have to steal the dogs dinner now to get one of these.....................great stuff though...........I'm in.......
CaptB

mordock999

WAHOOOOOOOO!!!! Put ME Down on the "Waiting List" for THIS One!!!

Imex-Erik

2015 will be another big year for us. I told you we were looking into "other" military options. We still have one so big it will surprise you all. No one will be expecting it, I know I was surprised for sure. Anyways that is way later in the year. For now just keep enjoying what we got

Imex-Erik

*Double post*
Darn lag...

Augustus1967

Good Grief!

That is Kool!

Now just announce the M60A3 Patton that's coming out later this year and we're all Set.



-gus

Tanque

Yeah I've been looking for this release for quite a while. I'll try to bribe you to put me on the top of the list....

jerry

cleong

Clark needs to put out a TK for this to accommodate the different drivetrain layout compared to tanks, and allow it to be set for a 2 second reload with 2 hit points as opposed to a light tank having 3 second reloads with 3 hit points.

BludoTheSmelly

I was wondering about that, awesome, i will get one of these !

mondo

Is this exactly the same kit available from Xion.de?

Will be buying one for sure!

Imex-Erik

Yes we will be distributing it through our normal channels. All our dealers such as Artistic Hobbies, Immortal, and ETO will have access to them from us

Panther F

Oh HOLY CRAP!! I love you guys! Much better than a soft skinned vehicle... a wheeled fighting machine from WWII!


Wow... I must go lay down now. Too much excitement!




Jeff

Imex-Erik

It was super hard for me not to spill the beans on this one. I could only say "We are looking into other military vehicles." This isn't the last one to be explored either. If this one goes well then more shall follow.

ausf

That's great news.

I was hoping they would have included motors and the El Mod like their other releases. The suspension is gorgeous, but I don't see a lot of drivetrain stuff, just a few universals. Either way, it'll get scooped up I'm sure.

I assume you'll carry the other stuff in their line too.

Imex-Erik

We will see on that. Bossman should be back in the office next week and we can sit down and discuss it then. I will try to get a hold of Xion and figure out and gather as much data as I can for everyone. I am super interested in this as well myself.

Lincs Winks Wayne

Eric:
Since I have given up on my 2 year search for a decent quality Abrams kit Please rattle Curtis's chain and strongly suggest that he get one of these for me. ( STRONGLY !!!!! )

I have finished my JS-2 and am actively looking for a new kit.

Wayne

Imex-Erik

I will the next time I talk to him, I actually need to give him a ring You out there Curtis?

Merganser

The drippy faucet here again with a plea for a deuce and a half. We are getting closer. Just drop one set of wheels. You can even put a roof mounted machine gun on top if you absolutely have to have a gun on it. Think of all the accessory fuel drums, ammo boxes and c ration boxes you could sell for cargo. jot

EasterBunny

Another great post. 2015 is going to be expensive. Keep up the great work Erik. Looking forward to this kit as well.
Nick D

smittyrob

Been waiting for one of these since 2007, Count me in for one.

Rob

AELock

I'm going to need a second job..

MAUS45

Just when I thought I would be able to put some money aside for retirement? Can I get that Turret Sprue. I want to build a VK1602 Leopard!!!!

rivetcounter

When Andrew design first started to develop the 234/2 they also intended to build the 234/1 and possibly the 234/4 any new on whether these will be built.

Imex-Erik

I will get in contact with Xion soon and get some more details for people ok? Bossman is going to be back today from Germany too so I should be able to drill some info out of him as well.

mondo

A few more details would be good, as the Xion site is not clear:

It says metal transmission - does it indeed come with gearboxes. If so what motor(s) will it take?
What is the recommended ESC?
Is there a video? Please say there is a video.
Some more photos of the kit parts would be good.