Description

Tamiya VOLVO FH-16 8X4 Tow Truck ( THC 56362)

To the Rescue!
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. Its fascinating towing mechanism uses plenty of metal parts and winch boom, underlift 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.
Specifications

Length: 732mm, Width: 199mm, Height: 309mm, Weight (with R/C equipment and battery pack): Approx. 5.9kg
Wheelbase: 155 + 245 + 103mm
Tread: 155mm (Front), 138mm (Rear, Double Tire)
Chassis: Aluminium & Polycarbonate Resin Ladder Frame
Suspension: Front/Rear Leaf Springs
Caster Angle: 0 ° (Front & Rear)
Camber Angle: 0 ° (Front & Rear)
Toe Angle: 0 ° (Front & Rear)
Dampers: Aluminium Dummy Dampers
Drivetrain: Rear Double Axle Drive
Transmission: 3-gear transmission (shifts operated via transmitter)
Gear Ratio: (1st Gear) 32.49:1, (2nd Gear) 17.76:1, (3rd Gear) 10.66:1
Diff. Gear: 3-bevel differentials
Motor: TR Mighty-Tuned (35T)
Tire Width/Diameter: 30mm/85mm (Front), 22mm/84mm (Rear)