Tamiya Mercedes Arocs 3348 Tipper Truck

The Tamiya Mercedes Arocs 3348 Tipper Truck is a 1/14 scale 2WD 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 576mm long.

Tamiya supply an electronic speed controller in the box.

Key specifications

• 1/14 scale RC model assembly kit. Length: 576mm, Width: 190mm, height: 267mm
• Injection moulded body, including depictions of cab rear handrail and step details. Separate parts recreate side mirrors and visor, etc
• 3-axle chassis has a tough ladder frame with aluminium side channels and resin cross members
• Truck bed section is comprised of metal subframe and resin panel sections
• Compatible with Actuator Set for realistic truck bed motion
• New TR mighty-tuned motor (35T) provides twin rear axles with ample power to carry loads in the truck bed
• Newly designed rear tyres, rear fenders and taillights
• Metal leaf spring dampers with built-in coil springs provide durable suspension
• Compatible with separately-sold MFC-03 (Item 56523) (or MFC-01, Item 56511) for realistic lights and sounds

You will also need

• 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.