Penetrator

Penetrator – Sinclair ZX Spectrum 48K Cassette

Status: Untested • Sold For Parts or Not Working • Collector/Display Item

Overview

Vintage Penetrator cassette for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum 48K home computer. [Publisher: Hewson Consultants? Confirm.] [Release year: 1986? Confirm.]

Condition

Grade: Good cosmetic condition overall, with typical age-related scuffs and edge wear. Please review all listing photos carefully; they form part of the description. Condition terms are subjective and provided as guidance only.

Ownership & History

This cassette is at least second-hand; I am not the original purchaser and prior storage conditions are unknown.

Testing Status

Not tested. Due to time constraints, I no longer test every cassette-based title. This item is listed in the “For Parts or Not Working” category and should be assumed non-functional unless you successfully test it yourself.

Age & Media Considerations

Magnetic media from the 1980s typically had an expected lifespan of 10–20 years; this cassette is well beyond that window (30+ years old). Tape deterioration—stretching, dropouts, oxide shedding—can occur. Attempting to load aging media may leave residue inside your tape deck or connected hardware and could affect future performance.

Use at Your Own Risk

Offered primarily as a collector’s or display piece. If you choose to load or play the cassette, you do so entirely at your own risk. I cannot accept responsibility for any damage, malfunction, residue cleanup, or repair needs resulting from use of this vintage software.

What’s Included

• Game cassette [plus original case / inlay / manual / inserts—if shown in photos].
  Please refer to the photos to confirm exactly what’s included.

Combined Shipping

Combined shipping available where practical. Add all desired items to your basket and request a combined invoice, or see the shipping section below for full details. I’ll consolidate shipments when possible to help reduce postage costs.