1/14 Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 Tow Truck Kit

Description

1/14 Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 Tow Truck Kit

Key Features

• Features a detailed molded plastic depiction of the cab, with photo-etched front grille and interior detail features
• Ladder frame has aluminum side channels and resin cross members. Power from the front motor is delivered to the two rear axles via a propeller shaft.
• A built-in differential gear on each axle enables smooth cornering.
• Highly realistic suspension utilizes metal leaf springs and friction dampers.

In The Box

(1) Tamiya 1/14 Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 Tow Truck Kit

(1) Product Manual

Needed to Complete

Tamiya 4-Channel R/C system

ESC

7.2volt battery and compatible charger,

Tamiya TS and acrylic paints

Features

• Features a detailed molded plastic depiction of the cab, with photo-etched front grille and interior detail features.
• This model’s front axles feature the first twin steering system seen in the Tamiya 1/14 Truck series.
• Includes metal components for excellent durability.
• Install the new separately available Actuator Set (Item 56553) to control its actions via your R/C transmitter.
• Ladder frame has aluminum side channels and resin cross members. Power from the front motor is delivered to the two rear axles via a propeller shaft.
• A built-in differential gear on each axle enables smooth cornering.
• Highly realistic suspension utilizes metal leaf springs and friction dampers.
• The model enjoys easy driving thanks to the float-mounted die-cast front and reinforced resin rear axles.
• Three-speed transmission allows shifting via the R/C transmitter (Note: only one gear is usable when towing).
• Headlights and taillights can be lit up with separately sold LEDs, and the model is compatible with Item 56523 Tractor Truck Multi-Function Control Unit ‘Euro-Style’ (MFC-03).
• Compatible TROP truck option parts: 56523, 56531, 56538, 56548, 56549, 56550, 56551, 56553.

Overview

Tamiya’s series of ultra-realistic 1/14 scale R/C trucks has offered fun and realistic driving for the past several decades! This new kit takes that driving fun to the next level with this tow truck, which makes its living towing heavy duty vehicles such as semi-tractor trucks. It promises a completely different element of enjoyment to predecessors in the series.

The kit seen here recreates the FH16 that is marketed by Volvo, a renowned manufacture in the global commercial vehicle market. The FH Series includes a 750hp 16.1-liter turbocharged inline-6 engine FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 tow truck.

Product Specifications

• Approximate Assembly Time: 10-15 Hours
• Battery: Sold Separately
• Battery Tray Dimensions:  5.2 x 1.8 x 0.9 (132 x 45 x 23mm)
• Body: Molded plastic yellow in color
• Brakes:  Integrated with ESC (ESC not included)
• Bushing Material: Metal
• Charger :  Sold Separately
• Chassis: Ladder frame with aluminum side channels and resin cross members
• Completion Level: Kit
• Differential: Built into each axle for smooth cornering
• Drivetrain: 8WD
• Drive Type: Forward/Brake/Reverse
• Power Type: Electric
• Motor Type: Brushed
• Product Height: 11.8″ (300 mm)
• Product Length: 29.5″ (749 mm)
• Product Width: 7.7″ (196 mm)
• Radio: Sold Separately
• Receiver: Sold Separately
• Scale: 1/14
• Servos: Sold Separately
• Shock Type: Friction (not oil-filled)
• Speed Control: Sold Separately
• Suspension: Metal leaf springs and friction shocks
• Tire Tread: On-Road
• Vehicle Type: Semi Tractor
• Water-Resistant: No