This is a highly accurate 1/14 scale radio control model that recreates the
Mercedes Benz Actros 3363 3-axle truck.
The Actros series debuted in
2011 and was named 2012 Truck of the Year. Powered by a 15.6-liter inline-6
turbocharged diesel putting out a max of 630hp, the actual 3363 can haul up
to 250 tons!
The Tamiya rendition faithfully captures the truck's modern
form with the use of ABS plastic body parts and a number of metal chassis
components. One look at the detailed interior and auxiliary equipment, such as
air tanks, will confirm that the body features replica-quality realism,
which is further enhanced with metal transfers depicting emblems and
numerous metal-plated parts. The chassis is built for durability as it uses
aluminum side channels with resin cross members. Drivability is
accomplished by power from the front-mounted motor and is transmitted via a
propeller shaft to the rear axle; built-in differential gears guarantee
smooth cornering. Gear changes can be made via a separately-sold 4-channel
transmitter.
The Actros' realism can be further heightened with separately-available
trailers that can be attached to its coupler and make the model over a meter
in length!
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