Detailed Product Description:

The Renault FT-17 stands as a revolutionary piece of military history, widely recognized as the first production tank to feature a fully rotating turret. This iconic World War I light tank set the standard for modern armored vehicle design. Our highly detailed 3D model captures its rugged heritage, featuring the signature riveted hull, distinct trench-crossing tail skid, and authentic track and suspension mechanisms.

Boasting a game-ready topology of exactly 58,605 triangles, this model offers an exceptional balance between high-end visual fidelity and real-time optimization. It is expertly crafted for seamless integration into game development pipelines, immersive AR/VR historical exhibits, high-quality animation, and professional visualization projects.

Perfect for historical battle simulators, World War I tactical shooters, educational museum displays, and cinematic documentary renderings.

Exterior Features:

• Accurate Renault FT-17 hull geometry and historical proportions
• Detailed riveted armor plating and engine compartment louvers
• Authentic 360-degree rotating turret with historically accurate weaponry
• Meticulously recreated continuous track and bogie suspension system
• Distinctive rear tail skid designed for trench warfare
• Realistic exhaust muffler and external stowage details
• Separate turret, tracks, road wheels, and suspension components for animation

Cockpit & Interior Features:

• Accurately placed driver’s vision slits and exterior hatch details
• Basic internal layout visible through openable commander and driver hatches
• Modeled control levers and steering mechanisms for driver’s station
• Gunner and commander periscope/sighting geometry
• Optimized interior geometry for first-person POV in gaming or VR

Technical Specifications & Advantages:

• Game-Ready & Optimized: 58,605 triangles strikes perfect balance for real-time engines (Unreal, Unity) while maintaining high-end visual realism
• Real-world scale accuracy based on actual historical vehicle blueprints
• Proper pivot setup for turret rotation, gun elevation, and track/wheel movement
• Compatible with major 3D software platforms and real-time rendering engines

Applications:

• Game Development: Ideal for open-world battlefields, tactical shooters, and simulators due to optimized polycount
• AR/VR: Perfect for immersive virtual museum exhibits, historical configurators, and mobile AR experiences
• Rendering & Visualization: Excellent for cinematic documentaries, historical scenes, and studio lighting setups
• 3D Printing: Convertible to .stl format for display-scale diorama hobbyists

3D Print Settings:

• Recommended scale: 1:12 / 1:18 / 1:24
• Layer height: 0.04–0.12 mm (Resin printing recommended for fine details)
• Wall thickness: 1.2–2.0 mm
• Infill: 20–30%
• Supports: Required for detailed parts like the tail skid, turret guns, and exhaust
• Print orientation: Hull printed angled for structural integrity; turret and tracks printed separately
• Post-processing: Sanding, primer, and authentic factory or camouflage colors with metallic weathering

Customization Options:

• Change hull colors (e.g., standard factory green, historical WW1 camouflage patterns)
• Modify track textures (muddy battlefield vs. clean parade variants)
• Adjust material finishes (matte armor, gloss accents, rusted metallic edges)
• Adapt lighting for different environmental battle setups

Included File Formats:

.blend, .fbx, .obj, .glb, .stl, .ply, .unreal, .max

Tags:
renault, ft-17, tank, ww1-tank, light-tank, military-vehicle, game-ready, low-poly, optimized, car-3d-model, game-asset, rendering, vr-ar, blend, fbx, obj, glb, stl, ply, unreal, max