Layout

[Rolf Mönke]

Good morning,
has anyone dealt with the batteries? Number of AH and dimensions?
Where will the suitable location of the batteries be?
Location for speed controller and sound module?
Technical layout?

[Gerhard Michel]

Hi Rolf,

first question would be which kind of batteries you will use. Lead acid (2 x 12 V)? LiFePO4 (2 x 12,8 V)? LiFePO4 single cells (8 x 3,2V)? Some batteries / cells may not be used when lying on the ground; they like standing upright. Single cells may be placed seperately all over the hull and so on. So there are many possibilities for placing batteries.

My models in 'Leopard size' (e.g. Königstiger, Jagdtiger) are equipped with 36 to 40 Ah for long field missions (one day without recharging). Display models need far less capacities.

Another point is the 'load arrangement' in the hull for the right centre of gravity. The motors are in the front side of the hull and the ESC should be placed near them; therefore the batteries may be placed in the rear partition. But also some of the other components (e.g. loudspeaker(s)) need the right position to work properly.

Imho it's a good idea to place all requested components temporarily in the hull to see in which combination they will fit best. If a gun recoil is intended to mount there must be also the necessary space in the turret region of the hull when firing the gun in upmost position.