Tomzag, you are correct. There are some issues with it. I imaging it was hard for Tamiya to fit every thing in the tank seeing as it was really considered a med tank. I had to cut wires and make them shorter as to free up space. the turret rotation did initially give me problems but was overcome by shortening the wires and useing the zip tie method. As for charging, I had devised a way to easily get to the connector through the right hatch. The front of the upper hull, I believe I did away with the little tab underneath the upper hull piece and it fits snuggly now. In general, the turret rotation unit is weak in any tank. Although, I did get lucky with the King Tiger and that unit has not given me any problems. I have noticed though that some units and parts in one tank maybe better than the parts in the other and visa versa. For example, the gearboxes in the King, one is louder than the other. It is the same thing with the Pershing. I just bought two new ones for the King, due to wear and tear, and the new ones are quiet. Can't explain it. Maybe QA is a bit more flexible with parts that leave the plant at Tamiya.

Anyway, the tanks are awesome. I can sit here and be petty with just about any product, but the bottom line is that the tanks are superior quality compaired to its 'very limited competitors' and it satisfies my RC needs. Everyone is particular about their tanks. Just get one that best suits your needs and funds. Just have fun. This forum is very helpful with any question that you have. There are many very good pics of all of Tamiya's tanks on this site to help you decide Jeremy. Good luck and have fun!