Soviet Toy Tank DS 8.5 – Remote Control, Rivne Plant 1992, Boxed with Manual
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About this piece
Sold – see similar vintage Soviet toys, including boxed remote control toy tanks and other late Soviet electromechanical toys, in our collection.
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This Soviet toy tank, model "ДC 8.5", is an electromechanical toy from the late Soviet and early post-Soviet period, made at the Rivne Radiotechnical Plant in Ukraine. It has a bright green plastic body modeled on the T-34/85 silhouette, a red star with the model decals and a wired remote control, and it comes in its original box.
Item Details
- Type: Electromechanical toy tank with wired remote control
- Model: ДC 8.5 (silhouette based on the T-34/85)
- Maker: Rivne Radiotechnical Plant, Ukraine
- Date: Factory stamp on the box dated February 1992
- Body: Bright green plastic with red star and "ДC 8.5" decals
- Controls: Wired remote control with 4 buttons
- Feature: Light bulb in the barrel to simulate firing
- Power: 3 x A343 (C-type) batteries, not included
- Documents: Article Д-80-1936; standard OST 17-975-84; paper manual / passport with factory stamps
Condition
The plastic is bright and well preserved, and the toy looks barely played with, a New Old Stock feel. The original cardboard box shows age-related wear, scuffs and minor creases, but it is structurally sound. The toy is untested because the required batteries were not available, so it is sold as-is, for parts, restoration or display. The battery compartment looks clean.
About This Piece
Toys with wired controllers and a flashing barrel bulb were a popular type of Soviet-era electromechanical toy. A boxed example with its passport and a box dated February 1992 marks the transition between the Soviet period and independent Ukraine, which collectors of Soviet toys and Cold War memorabilia find interesting.
What's Included
- Toy tank ДC 8.5
- Wired remote control
- Original box
- Original paper manual / passport with factory stamps
Worldwide shipping from Ukraine. Every order is carefully packed — fragile items are packed separately — and shipped via Ukrposhta with a tracking number.
- Worldwide delivery: typically 2–4 weeks
- Package tracking is included when offered by the carrier
For returns, see the Return Policy tab.
Returns & Refunds
I want you to be happy with every piece you buy from Soviet Vintage Store. If something is not right, you can return it within 30 days of delivery.
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- Email me at vladimirchuprina1971@gmail.com or message me on WhatsApp (+380 50 258 5695) within 30 days of delivery. Please include your order number and the reason for the return.
- I will confirm the return and reply with instructions. Items sent back without contacting me first cannot be accepted.
- The item must be returned in the same condition you received it, with all parts, accessories and original packaging that came with it.
- Return shipping is paid by the buyer. Please use a tracked shipping service and pack the item carefully — vintage pieces are fragile, and I can't refund items damaged on the way back.
Return address
Soviet Vintage Store
Pavlograd, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, 51453, Ukraine
(I will confirm the full address and recipient name by email when your return is approved.)
Damaged or not as described
Please inspect your order when it arrives. If an item arrives damaged or is significantly different from its description, contact me within 30 days of delivery with photos of the item and the packaging, and we will agree on a fair solution — a refund, a partial refund or a return.
Refunds
Once I receive and inspect the returned item, I will let you know whether the refund is approved. Approved refunds are issued to your original payment method within 10 business days. Your bank or card company may need extra time to post the refund. The original shipping was free, so there is nothing to deduct for it; import duties or taxes you paid in your country are not refundable by me.
Exchanges
Most items are one of a kind, so exchanges usually aren't possible. Return the item for a refund and place a new order for the piece you want.
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Original Soviet object
Authentic item from the USSR period, not a reproduction.
Honest condition
Wear, marks and working status are described, not hidden.
Photographed as is
What you see in the photos is exactly what you receive.
Packed with care
Fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed separately.
Tracked shipping
Free tracked shipping from Ukraine. Dispatched within 1–2 business days.
30-day returns
Return within 30 days of delivery; the buyer pays return shipping.
Original Soviet objects · Described honestly
Condition guide
- ✓ New old stockThis item
- Used vintageSigns of age and use, fully described
- As-is / for partsSold untested or not working
Care & handling
- Dust with a soft dry cloth.
- Avoid harsh or abrasive cleaners on original finishes.
- Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Handle with care — it has already survived decades.
Frequently asked questions
Is this item authentic?
Yes. I sell original vintage items, not reproductions. If an item's age or origin is uncertain, I say so clearly in the description.
How is the item packed?
I pack every item myself. Fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed separately.
How long does shipping to the US take?
Shipping is free — it is included in the price. I dispatch within 1–2 business days from Ukraine via Ukrposhta with a tracking number; delivery to the US typically takes 2–4 weeks. Import duties, if any, are paid by the buyer.
Can I return the item?
Yes. You can return an item within 30 days of delivery; the buyer pays return shipping. Contact me first and I will send the return details. See the Refund Policy for details.
Can I make an offer?
Yes — use the “Make an offer” link next to the price. If I accept, you'll receive a secure checkout link at the agreed price.