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Academy- R.O.K. K808 Wheeled Armored Vehicle

Catalog Number: 13569 Manufacturer: Academy
Published: Saturday, February 21, 2026 Retail Price: 48.00
Scale: 1:35 Reviewed By: Brad Belsheim

ACADEMY R.O.K. K808 Wheeled Armored Vehicle


First a little background on this giant Korean AFV


The Hyundai Rotem K808 White Tiger is a 8x8 amphibious armored vehicle designed for the South Korean Army to enhance rapid troop deployment, reconnaissance, and front-line operations. Developed in the early 2000s and deployed from 2017, the K808 features 98% local components, a 430 hp engine, and a 100 km/h top speed. 


Development and Purpose
  • Design Goal: The K808 (8x8) and its smaller counterpart, the K806 (6x6), were developed to replace aging, slower tracked armored vehicles like the K200 series. 
  • Manufacturer: Developed by Hyundai Rotem, a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Group. 
  • Role: The K808 is designed for front-line, rapid deployment and mountainous terrain, while the 6x6 K806 is utilized for rear-area security, logistics, and convoy support. 
Technical Specifications
  • Protection: The all-welded steel hull offers protection against small-arms fire and shell splinters. It features STANAG Level 4 protection on the front arc and Level 3–4 on the flanks. 
  • Amphibious Capability: Equipped with rear-mounted waterjets for amphibious operations at speeds up to 8 km/h
  • Mobility: Features run-flat tires and an Automatic Tire Pressure Control System (CTIS) for various terrains. 
Armament and Variants
  • Standard Armament: Usually armed with a shielded 12.7mm machine gun. 
  • Upgrades: Can support remote-controlled weapon stations (RCWS) or two-man turrets with 30mm cannons. 
  • Variants: Includes armored personnel carriers (APCs) and specialized command post vehicles. 
Deployment


Now into the box!






Sprue “A”

Contains the upper and lower hull halves along with hatches, pioneer tools and the bow plane. Also one of the two intake/exhaust grills (for non amphibious operations) is included. 


Sprue “B”

Upper and lower hull sides, front armor plate and rear exit parts. Drive train components and other body details also included.


Sprue “C” X2

Detailed suspension, wheels, brakes additional drive train components. 



Sprue “D”

Alternate armament, grenade launcher, intake grill and amphibious set up sprue.

Comment on all sprues. Well detailed, all knock out pins are placed on “inside” half. Look like recent Tamiya level of detail/ease of build but will know that for sure once we get started.

PE fret and reflective stickers.


Basic grill cover, water jet detail and clips. Stickers for lights. Tires are of the hard rubber variety. 




Highly Recommended for Intermediate to Advanced builders, pending Full Build.

Thanks goes out to Model Rectifier Corporation for this review kit.

Reviewed by Brad Belsheim

 

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