This R/C assembly kit depicting the Volvo FH16 Tow Truck is a special limited-edition release that includes the ABS body pre-painted in TS-17 Gloss Aluminum, with a urethane clear top coating for a high-quality finish.
This R/C assembly kit depicting the Volvo FH16 Tow Truck is a special limited-edition release that includes the ABS body pre-painted in TS-17 Gloss Aluminum, with a urethane clear top coating for a high-quality finish.
Volvo is a renowned actor in the global commercial vehicle market, with one of their flagship brands being the FH Series that underwent a full model change in 2012. This R/C model assembly kit recreates the 750hp engine FH16 Globetrotter 750 8x4 tow truck from that range. The model has a realistic cab and body, the former featuring a photo-etched front grille and interior details, the latter opening doors. The trucks fascinating towing mechanism uses metal parts and winch boom, under lift and outriggers are movable manually. The front mounted TR Mighty Tuned motor (35T) provides ample power to the two rear axles, via a three-speed transmission. Gear changes are also possible via transmitter controls, and the model can tow subjects such as 1/14 scale R/C tractor trucks.
Optional Extras for Ultra Realism
The Electric Actuator Set for 1/14 Scale R/C Tow Truck set allows raising of the winch boom and under lift via R/C controls. It uses a precision geared motor and spindle cylinder, plus the ACU-02 unit, and features a toggle switch for manual control. Tamiya Multi-Function Control Units (sold separately) offer light, sound, and vibration operation to go with your R/C truck experience. Engine sounds have been digitally recorded from actual trucks, and together with air horn, gear shifting, and various other realistic sounds, give you the feeling that you are driving the real thing! Headlights, brake lights, fog lamp, hazard lights and turn signal operations are also at your fingertips.
The highly realistic cab, plus H, M, DD, HH, LL, MM, and NN parts are molded in gray and pre-painted in TS-17 Gloss Aluminum, with a urethane top coating.
This model’s front axles feature twin steering system.
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 uses 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 the Tractor Truck Multi-Function Control Unit "Euro-Style" (MFC-03).
Required to complete: Tamiya 4-Channel R/C system, ESC, 7.2volt battery and compatible charger, and Tamiya acrylic paints for detailed parts.
Key Specs
Scale
1/14
Completion Level
Kit
Power Type
Electric
Battery
Sold Separately
Motor Size
540
Radio
Sold Separately
Receiver
Sold Separately
Vehicle Type
Semi Truck
What's Included
In the Box
This R/C assembly kit depicting the Volvo FH16 Tow Truck is a special limited-edition release that includes the ABS body pre-painted in TS-17 Gloss Aluminum, with a urethane clear top coating for a high-quality finish.
