The Tamiya 58414 recreates the Mercedes-Benz Unimog 406 U900 at 1/10 scale on the CR-01 chassis, blending faithful scale appearance with crawling-capable hardware. It is aimed at enthusiasts who appreciate accurate styling and functional suspension.
The CR-01 ladderframe construction employs aluminium channels and resin cross members to resist stress during hard use. Its 4-link setup with a stabiliser allows exceptional articulation and keeps tyres in contact over uneven obstacles.
The centre-mounted 540 motor drives expandable prop shafts and a planetary centre gearbox to maintain a low centre of gravity. The 40.5:1 gear ratio is tuned for torque and controlled crawling rather than speed.
125mm diameter crawler tyres deliver grip on rock and loose ground and are fitted to new 3-piece beadlock wheels that ensure the tyre remains seated when flexing. The ladder frame details enhance the model's scale authenticity.
Add-on TLU-01 LED lights (ITEM 53909) bring realism to night runs. The kit requires a 2-channel radio with one servo, paint and assembly. For better crawling control choose the TEU-302BK ESC over the basic TEU-101BK.
The Mercedes-Benz Unimog 406 U900 on the CR-01 chassis is a practical and authentic choice for modelers focused on realistic scale crawling.
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