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Old 06-28-2023 | 04:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Max-U52
Well, thanks for posting this. I always like to see what's going on out there. Maybe when you're finished you can get some kind of cost comparison between this kit and the genuine Tammy leopard.
The German Tamiya Site still lists the #56020 Leopard 2A6 Manual ( among others ) if you care to have a look into it to get the gist of the quality and complexity involved with building that one.

Owning one myself and having seen the technical compromises with the Agora one ( or any other "Competitor" ) I'd recommend going with the Tamiya unless you really do not care for painting the Model yourself ( and even then I'd go for the Tamiya ).
The difference in Quality is just too great for me compromising on certain features like a fully Analog Control Scheme ( the Agora controls the Turret exclusively with Buttons instead of Sticks - Like ***!? ), being able to use my own Radio, or having to deal with the noisy Gearboxes.

Literally the only long-term related complaint I have with the Tamiya one is the use of Plastic Swing Arms that can fatigue and break after years of use which is something that can be prevented / fixed with the help of the Aftermarket.
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