Funktionsmodellbau // dump truck

[lenny]

Hello, looking to see if anyone has feedback about the two axle dump truck sold by Funktionsmodellbau . I see a video on YouTube but does not say if it's there model. Plus no info.. sent a message to them in hopes of making an order for one. Any help on this would be great. Thank you in advance Lenny. https://youtu.be/PNFO0NiFk2k

[Efroeh]

Hi lenny I went threw the comments on the video and it says that they are self made. Was a yr old so maybe now they are selling them. Good luck and keep us posted.

[lenny]

Thank you.. was trying to see if they were the same as the ones for sale. Hope to hear from them soon as I know there's a time difference between us and Germany. Keep ya in the loop..

[ditchdigger]

This dumper is already listed in this News forum a couple threads down

http://www.rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=12347

[Northern Farmer]

Lenny check out Gipsy_Jo youtube channel. He’s the only person I know of that bought the kit. He seems quite pleased with his.

https://youtu.be/EyXw6c6iRZo

[lenny]

Thank you for that Northern.. spoke with funktionsmodellbau yesterday and found out there built to order 4-6 weeks to complete. Guess I've waited long enough time to pull the trigger. Gipsy_jo sure would love to hear some feedback from you about this great looking model.

[Efroeh]

Happy to hear your pulling the trigger on one lenny. Let us know how it all goes. What's the cost on it?

[Northern Farmer]

Happy to hear your pulling the trigger on one lenny. Let us know how it all goes. What's the cost on it?

1996 €, not sure if that includes VAT.

[lenny]

Of course as soon as I set my sights on the funktionsmodellbau DZ200001, the Grumalu VF40 catches my eye. Waiting to hear back from them on prices. Keep you guys posted..

[lenny]

Was quoted 2550 for the VF40 basic kit from grumalu. So as it looks the funktionsmodellbau gets my vote.Parts are not included in the basic version kit:
Hydraulic pump
Hydraulic cylinder
Valve
Speedcontroler
painting (included is only anti corrosion protection)
Lights
Sound module
Battery
Remote control
Included:
All metal parts
Rims and tires
6 planetarygearmotors
Cabine

[Northern Farmer]

Lenny have you also considered Servonaut’s dump truck ? It’s pretty nice and price won’t break the bank.

https://www.servonaut.de/shop/de/?cat=c64_Grossmuldenkipper-Grossmuldenkipper.html

https://youtu.be/DEjJgJBsVLQ

[lenny]

Yes N.Farmer I did look at that unit too the only real turn off is not being 4wd. But your right that's a lot of truck for the price.

[lenny]

Happy to report I was notified that the unit is ready to be shipped out. Hopefully a week in transport, I'll keep you guys posted.

[Northern Farmer]

Happy to report I was notified that the unit is ready to be shipped out. Hopefully a week in transport, I'll keep you guys posted.

Awesome looking forward to hearing your feedback :cool:

[lenny]

Glad to say that the new dump truck arrived all safe and sound. Had to change the Batt connection and set up a radio. Hopeing for good weather this weekend to get some video.

[TheBennyB]

Cool! Interesting that it's all electric. Looking forward to your vid and opinions.

[lenny]

All in all I'm very pleased with the dump trucks performance. Easily lifts a full bed and plenty of torque. The electric steer takes some getting use to. https://youtu.be/QCf64_05QYU

[TheBennyB]

Thanks for the vid Lenny! The steering is a learning curve due to pivot point or you think the actuation should be quicker/slower? Possibly more/less expo on TX?

[liftmys10]

Looks good Lenny! It's got no issues going back up the dirt mound. What's it weigh with lipo?

[lenny]

It's around 20lbs such a pleasure to move vs everything else. The whole motor for every wheel deal seems quite capable. Even way over loaded walks right up any ramps or piles I have. The steering is a magnet sensor type set up you can switch between automatic and self centering. And yes Benny still trying to find the sweet spot on radio set up.https://youtu.be/BQ5PJycwn4M