
1/14 Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8X4WD Tow Truck Kit

1/14 Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8X4WD Tow Truck Kit
- Detailed Molded Plastic Depiction Of The Cab
- Photo-Etched Front Grille And Interior Detail Features
- Includes Metal Components For Excellent Durability
- Ladder Frame Has Aluminum Side Channels And Resin Cross Members
- Built-In Differential Gear On Each Axle Enables Smooth Cornering
1/14 Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8X4WD Tow Truck Kit
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In The Box
- (1) Tamiya 1/14 Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8x4 Tow Truck Kit
- (1) Product Manual
Needed to Complete
- (1) 4+ Channel Radio System
- (1) Brushed Electronic Speed Control
- (2) Standard-Size Servos
- (1) 7.2v -7.4v Battery
- (1) Battery Charger
- Tools For Build

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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.
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 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.
- Headlights and taillights can be lit up with separately sold LEDs.
Overview
The kit 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 8x4 tow truck.
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Scale Details
The Volvo FH16 Globetrotter is full of scale details that emulate the full-scale semi-truck!

Leaf-Spring Suspension
Highly realistic suspension utilizes metal leaf springs and friction dampers.

Photo-Etched Parts
Features a detailed molded plastic depiction of the cab, with photo-etched front grille and interior detail features.

Twin Steering
This model’s front axles feature the first twin steering system seen in the Tamiya 1/14 Truck series.

Ladder Frame
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.
Product Specifications
Motor Type | Brushed |
Speed Control | Sold Separately |
Bushing Material | Metal |
Tire Tread | On-Road |
Vehicle Type | Semi Truck |
Water-Resistant | No |
Battery Tray Dimensions | 5.2 x 1.8 x 0.9 (132 x 45 x 23mm) |
Product Width | 7.7" (196 mm) |
Radio | Sold Separately |
Differential | Gear Type |
Body | ABS Plastic |
Receiver | Sold Separately |
Shock Type | Oil-filled damper |
Brakes | Integrated with ESC (ESC not included) |
Scale | 1/14 |
Charger | Sold Separately |
Approximate Assembly Time | 10-15 Hours |
Motor Size | Brushed 540 Type |
Gear Ratio | Adjustable |
Battery | Sold Separately |
Suspension | Metal leaf springs and friction shocks |
Product Length | 29.5" (749 mm) |
Power Type | Electric |
Servos | Sold Separately |
Ball Bearings | Metal bearings and bronze bushings |
Chassis | Aluminum and ABS plastic |
Completion Level | Kit |
Drivetrain | 4WD |
Drive Type | Forward/Brake/Reverse |
Product Height | 11.8" (300 mm) |