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This radio-controlled Volvo FH16 truck will make you drool for its details

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TAMIYA is an expert in producing radio-controlled vehicle models (RC) with intricate details like scale models for decoration. The latest model from their 1/14 scale truck series is the Volvo FH16 Globetrotter XL 750 4×2.

The actual truck, which has a 16.1-liter 6-cylinder turbo in-line engine with 750hp, has been recreated as an RC model with a realistic body. The chassis features various iron components and a three-speed gearbox.

The FH16 model measures 462mm in length, 193mm in width, and 309mm in height, weighing approximately 3.5kg. It is also equipped with an aluminum shock absorber with leaf springs.

Details on the cab include an air deflector, stainless steel grille, LED headlights with fog lights, antenna, roof LED light set, side mirrors, battery box, air tank, and a coupler for trailer connection.

For even more realism, you can get the Tamiya Multi-Function Control Unit (sold separately) that offers sound, lights, and vibrations. The digital sound is recorded from the actual truck, including air horn and gear shifting sounds. Furthermore, all light operations, signals, including 3-speed gear shifting, can also be controlled remotely.

The RC model Volvo FH16 Globetrotter can be found at Tamiya stores and official distributors worldwide.

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Tamiya showcases real-life Lunchbox monster van at Shizuoka Hobby Show

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As fans of vehicle toys, we often imagine what it would be like to drive that car in the real world. One way to make this a reality is by producing the vehicle in a 1/1 scale size.

This is exactly what Tamiya did recently. The toy manufacturer unveiled a full-sized Lunchbox to be showcased at the Shizuoka Hobby Show 2024, which took place recently.

No technical details were disclosed, but this monster van bears a striking resemblance to the 1/12 scale radio-controlled (RC) version.

The real Lunchbox comes in the iconic yellow color, with a front bumper bar, chrome grille and exhaust, “Vanessa’s Lunchbox” graphics on the side, and even a wheelie bar at the back, mirroring the RC version.

What’s most amusing is the battery pack found underneath the chassis, even though the actual truck surely runs on a petrol engine.

The only difference is the tires, which are not the giant monster truck ones. Instead, the real version uses regular off-road tires, and its chassis looks like a four-wheel-drive (4WD) drive when looking at the front and rear axles.

The 1/12 scale RC version is rear-wheel-drive (RWD) with a motor at the back. Despite this, the real version retains its height, ensuring that Tamiya RC fans will recognize it immediately.

Tamiya has previously produced a full-sized Monster Beetle model, and an external company once offered the Wild One MAX buggy.

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This Malaysian produces his own unique RC planes, receives international bookings

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Many Malaysian products have actually penetrated the international market, but who would have thought that one of those products is a radio-controlled aircraft (RC). It is the work of Hazanie Abd Hamid, a 48-year-old from Johor.

He has been involved in this hobby for 10 years, and now his RC aircraft has received international demand, including from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Hazanie shared that he nearly gave up when more than 30 remote-controlled aircraft he created failed to function and fly.

However, with the encouragement of friends and family members, his son successfully flew his first RC aircraft named Debab.

He mentioned that his experience as a technician, coupled with a deep interest in innovation, motivated him to strive harder.

“I was almost giving up when more than 30 aircraft I built failed to fly. But I persevered because I believed I could make it fly,” he said.

After 10 years of patience, he finally succeeded in creating and flying his first aircraft.

When asked why he named it Debab, Hazanie explained that the idea came to him after seeing Russia’s largest cargo aircraft, known as the Antonov An-124.

Following this success, he has sought to add value to his creations through online learning.

To date, Hazanie has created over 100 aircraft, well-received by local and international RC aircraft enthusiasts.

Most of these ‘Debab’ aircraft are based on real models but have been modified to look cuter.

Some of his Debab versions include A4 Skyhawk, F-14 Tomcat, Fatty Flying Ship, Sukhoi Su-30, and Macross.

His latest creation, the VTOL FlyingShip, is capable of moving on water surfaces and flying in the air, attracting a buyer from Dubai, UAE, who has placed an order.

Photos credit: Facebook Haznie Abd Hamid