Tamiya 1/14 Mercedes-Benz Arocs 4151 8x4 Tipper Truck

The Tamiya 1/14 Mercedes-Benz Arocs 4151 8×4 Tipper Truck is a 1/14 scale truck kit. It arrives as a box of parts rather than a finished car, so you assemble the chassis, fit the electronics and paint or trim the body before the first run.

Finished, it measures 667mm long.

Key specifications

• This is a 1/14 scale RC model assembly kit. Length: 667mm, Width: 196mm, height: 268mm
• The Arocs 4151 form is recreated in style by the injection moulded body, including depictions of cab rails, intake duct and other details. Separate parts recreate side mirrors and visor, etc
• Both front axles are steered, via a single servo. Wheels turn realistically at slightly different angles
• The Tamiya 4-axle chassis has a tough ladder frame with aluminium side channels and resin cross members
• Features a brand new truck bed section comprised of metal subframe for superb durability
• TR mighty-tuned motor (35T) provides twin rear axles with ample power to carry loads in the truck bed
• The new battery case is located over the second axle, and allows access even when there are loads in the bed
• The roof features a depiction of light pods on the visor, which can be fitted with LEDs for a realistic finish
• Metal leaf spring dampers with built-in coil springs provide durable suspension
• Use with separately-sold MFC-03 (Item 56523) (or MFC-01, Item 56511) for realistic lights and sounds

You will also need

• Install the Sold separately: Actuator Set (Item 56545) for realistic truck bed motion
• 3-speed transmission can be controlled via a Sold separately: 4ch RC transmitter

Tamiya kits are designed to be built with hand tools and a clear manual, which is what makes them a common first build as well as a shelf favourite.