You can stop building trucks now, Tamiya Grand Hauler.

[Berman]

At the Nuremberg Fair:

Your favourite truck with oversized smoke stacks, oversized bumper, oversized rails, huge visor, rear guards and rubbish turn radius. Your prayers have been answered :lol:

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y62/JFRWGN/spiel45vu8l_zpstqjd6el7.jpg (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/JFRWGN/media/spiel45vu8l_zpstqjd6el7.jpg.html)

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[Brian in PA]

I don't get it. Where are the pics of the truck?

[Lil Giants]

It's kind of a "Where's Waldo" pics... I see it. :D

Is it really a soon to be released production model or a private guy's creation that works for Tamiya in the showcase?

[Berman]

Cropped for you Brian.

More pics will more than likely be available as the fair progresses.

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y62/JFRWGN/spiel45vu8l_zpstqjd6el7.jpg (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/JFRWGN/media/spiel45vu8l_zpstqjd6el7.jpg.html)

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[Brian in PA]

Got it thanks

[doodlebug]

I see the green Unimog in the back ground! Lol!
Cheers, Neil.

[diesel950]

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=58viq9w-aNI

[diesel950]

Meet the latest addition to the 1/14 scale Tractor Trucks series! This model is based upon that Tamiya classic,
the King Hauler (Item 56301). The King Hauler body is given an overhaul with numerous newly-designed parts
inspired by the modern day trend of tractor truck customization. A number of metal and metal-plated resin parts
further add to the mood of the model. Its longer frame gives the model proportions reminiscent of show trucks.
About the Model
• This is a 1/14 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 692mm, width: 190mm, height: 300mm.
• The realistic, lengthened body features newly-designed parts depicting front and rear bumpers, front grille,
air cleaners and muffler covers. Muffler covers are made from metal tubing.
• Features a tough ladder frame construction with aluminum side channels and resin cross members. Realistic
drivetrain setup sees the front mounted motor powering twin rear axles.
• 3-speed transmission can be controlled via 4ch R/C transmitter.
• Metal leaf spring dampers with built-in coil springs provide durable suspension.
• Newly-designed 1/14 scale driver figure included.
• Coupler is included to enable connection with any currently available Tamiya 1/14 scale trailer.
• Compatible with the tractor truck option parts (TROP) Items 56511, 56512, 56513, 56515, 56524, 56526
and 56530. Pair with Multi-Function Control Unit MFC-01 (Item 56511) and MFC-03 (Item 56523) for
super-realistic LED lights and sounds.

[Roundabout]

http://www.tamiya.de/de/produkte/rcmodelltrucks/zugmaschinen114/produktdetails.htm?sArtNr=300056344

[up9018]

Very interesting, but myself I would prefer to see another prototypical body rather than some bling added to the old KH. Still cool though.

[rccrazy523]

Do you think tamiya has us figured us on commission on sales for all are hard work for developing this truck. it look nice I'm sure it will be a great seller. IHB wheel nice paint job 4-1 bam your done .

[wolfws6]

All I can say is WOW!!!! Someone from Tamiya has been lurking around this forum!!! A lot of parts on that look like copies of some parts in the vendor section. I'm excited for dual square head lights and those turn signals!!!!! Here's is a video link that works. http://youtu.be/GwQiWaXH4yU

[TRUCKMAKER]

I find it interesting if its an actual Tamiya release that its not on Tamiya USA. Not going to be released in the States?

[janderson]

http://www.tamiyausa.com/items/radio-control-kits-30/1-14-scale-r-c-tractor-trucks-35000/rc-grand-hauler-56344

[Berman]

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y62/JFRWGN/1596944_626509187476021_1259403197417254323_o_zpsu wafqy1a.jpg (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/JFRWGN/media/1596944_626509187476021_1259403197417254323_o_zpsu wafqy1a.jpg.html)

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[janderson]

What you did not notice I uploaded the manual as well? LOL

[longhairRandy]

Obviously Tamiya has been paying attention to what Americans want on their rigs and good for the hobby.

[wolfws6]

Interesting that the assembly manual says to remove the rear fenders if using the motorized leg support option..... I guess the king pin assy. will not clear the rear fenders?

[TRUCKMAKER]

http://www.tamiyausa.com/items/radio-control-kits-30/1-14-scale-r-c-tractor-trucks-35000/rc-grand-hauler-56344

Thanks for posting, I looked on there yesterday and this morning, didn't find it either time:o

[Lil Giants]

I like it! :cool:

I'll be getting a couple of kits when they become available in Borgfeldt's inventory. ;)

[Bo Wallen]

Thinking better to drill a new hole for the king pin and keep the fenders. The king pin plate on the trailer is large enough for more hole position. Just an idea.
Thanks For the hot News Like it ;o)
Bo

[mavrick0]

Or just go with a wireless kit like SS-Tronix and then you don't have to worry about that big bulky trailer piece that Tamiya uses for the motorized leg kit.

[glorydays24]

Hello everyone, I have been absent for quite a while, and after seeing this, I have ambition to build again:bounce::bounce:. I agree with putting on IHB's wheels,;) and I think all in all it's not bad. I WILL be getting one of these when Tower Hobbies gets them in stock.:D:):cool:

Big John

[janderson]

Same link, I have posted some gallery images of the new items in Kit. Yes I have one here and going through it.

[fhhhstix]

This will be a hard one to get when it is released!

[Radio Control Trucker]

Looks OK. I'm just disappointed they're once again remodeling the King Hauler.
After they brought out the Cascadia, I was in hopes they'd broaden the selection and develop other "American" truck icon replicas; perhaps in the near future. :popcorn:

Here's a Tamiya Grand Hauler video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?x-yt-ts=1422411861&v=GwQiWaXH4yU&x-yt-cl=84924572&feature=player_embedded) posted by TRUCKSandDetails. :)

- RCT

[Supermario]

Looks OK. I'm just disappointed they're once again remodeling the King Hauler.
After they brought out the Cascadia, I was in hopes they'd broaden the selection and develop other "American" truck icon replicas; perhaps in the near future. :popcorn:

Here's a Tamiya Grand Hauler video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?x-yt-ts=1422411861&v=GwQiWaXH4yU&x-yt-cl=84924572&feature=player_embedded) posted by TRUCKSandDetails. :)

- RCT

Kinda like the movie business. Nothing new just remakes of old stuff with new technology! :(
But I might be interested in buying a few of the parts trees if they ever came available on e bay or something.:)

[glorydays24]

This will be a hard one to get when it is released!

I think you may be right Travis.:rolleyes::p;) So I'll keep checking on Tower Hobbies, and when they have a due date I will pre order one. That way I'm guaranteed one. I did this a few weeks ago with the container trailer, and I got one.

Big John

[Radio Control Trucker]

Looks OK. I'm just disappointed they're once again remodeling the King Hauler.
After they brought out the Cascadia, I was in hopes they'd broaden the selection and develop other "American" truck icon replicas; perhaps in the near future. :popcorn:

Here's a Tamiya Grand Hauler video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?x-yt-ts=1422411861&v=GwQiWaXH4yU&x-yt-cl=84924572&feature=player_embedded) posted by TRUCKSandDetails. :)

- RCT

I've taken some time to evaluate the new Tamiya Grand Hauler. It has updated the front bumper & grill, the head-lights, the air-cleaners, and placed the air-tanks on the steps. The top of the cab is sporting a new visor, added the convex mirror to the cab-side mirrors, capped air horns, and slightly modified clearance lights. The exhaust stacks are pretty cool from the factory and the drive wheel shrouds are a beautiful touch, especially with the new rear bumper & tail-lights. Not to mention that it appears that this units frame has been lengthened from that of the standard King Hauler.

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All-in-all, I think that Tamiya has brought us another WINNING COMBINATION. When it comes to the stores, it won't sit on shelves for long. If you get the opportunity to own one, I suggest you make the purchase.

- RCT

[bigford]

i like it!! as long as they keep the cose to a kings price
the new plastic is cool but not worth much more$$$$

[cosworth34677]

my only thing is tamiya put bearing in the kits! they are cheap enough!
but besides that great looking truck.

[Lmackattack]

I think it's a step in the right direction. Yes it's a restyled KH but I think they did a lot of little things that make it stand apart from a KH. Hopefully they will continue the trend with another classic American looking truck. Is the globeliner going to be overhauled next?

[nenard]

This is great for guys like myself who do living room building. A few custom parts and paint and you have a custom rig. Very nice.

[BRICKNICK]

My mind is blown......has someone at the Tamiya Corporation actually listened to customer feedback back or build trends on there product.:jaw::eek:

[Izzy]

Sure they see our custom rigs being sold for 2k and figure an off the shelf for 800 is a steel....

[sneff]

I think its awesome that Tamiya has released this truck. definatley a more cost effective way to own a customized truck.

[sneff]

Check out the very end of this video. Looks as if Tamiya is doing the older style unimog body. Looks really cool.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4GSJAdAiJA

[glorydays24]

Tower Hobbies has announced the Grand Hauler should be in stock late March.:bounce::bounce: And they have it listed for $603.99...Can we say late birthday present for me?:lol:

Big John

[doodlebug]

Thanks, Sneff, I want one of those Unimogs!
Cheers, Neil.

[sneff]

Same here! lots of ideas rollin around my head lol

[janderson]

I started a build article
http://www.tamiyausa.com/articles/building-the-grand-hauler-717?category_id=7&type=article#.VM-zW9XF_IV

[chris deacon]

cheers janderson.. Keep the updates coming. Love the pipes.. Shame i cant get any like that here in the uk. Lol

[fhhhstix]

I started a build article
http://www.tamiyausa.com/articles/building-the-grand-hauler-717?category_id=7&type=article#.VM-zW9XF_IV

Cool thanks for doing the build it will give us a better view of the truck and the new parts.


I give this post an A++++++++++++++

Thanks
Travis

[Bo Wallen]

janderson Tamiya Guru.

Thank You for the ***** star build !

[janderson]

You all are welcome!

[Izzy]

I really like the new syeps. And that riser for the MFU is awesome.

Bummer they didn't do a new wheel set or tire style.


Nice post. Thanks for the detail pics. You should copy this into the build section. Real nice teaser for those who are just thinking about getting onto rc trucking.

[Supermario]

Bummer they didn't do a new wheel set or tire style.

At least the pink shocks are gone! :D:lol:

[janderson]

At least the pink shocks are gone! :D:lol:

So true! :bounce:

[Cossett]

Tamiya PDF build manual for the Grand Hauler

http://www.tamiyausa.com/pdf/manuals/56344ml.pdf

Cheers Tracy

[Mikem]

Just to clarify it comes with radio and sound and servos? Mike

[mavrick0]

Like any other kit you will need to supply that yourself. It's just the truck.

[Mikem]

So in reply 41 that list is extras you need to get , I guess I just read it wrong . Mike

[Cossett]

If it included radio/MFU/servo the price of it would be $1000 ish not the $500mark that I've hear it will be going for.......

[sneff]

I find it very interesting that in step 27 it says if using the motorized support legs to not attach the fenders. But in the video from the Nuremburg show they are dropping the trailer with the motorized legs and the fenders are on. :thinking:

[ihbuilder]

Bummer they didn't do a new wheel set .



Hey they had to leave something for me to doo :toetap:

[mavrick0]

I find it very interesting that in step 27 it says if using the motorized support legs to not attach the fenders. But in the video from the Nuremburg show they are dropping the trailer with the motorized legs and the fenders are on. :thinking:

I agree I was thinking the same thing after watching the video. Maybe on smooth flat ground it's fine but going up and down driveways or say at a show where there's a bridge or something it will hit the full fenders.

[janderson]

So in reply 41 that list is extras you need to get , I guess I just read it wrong . Mike

Mike that is what the build consists of not the kit. Kits unless you find it on some online store and it states it is a combo-kit or something of that nature, it will not come with anything but the kit.

RTR (ready-To-Run) is something different of course.

[janderson]

I agree I was thinking the same thing after watching the video. Maybe on smooth flat ground it's fine but going up and down driveways or say at a show where there's a bridge or something it will hit the full fenders.

This is one of things I will be investigating during the build. The Scania fendered trucks state the same thing.

[sneff]

This is one of things I will be investigating during the build. The Scania fendered trucks state the same thing.

Thanx Janderson.:D

[glorydays24]

For those of you who want this truck, I found out some good news from Tower Hobbies.:bounce: They say it should be available late February in stead of late March. Now here's the really good news...The price has been dropped down to $449.97.:bounce: That is more realistic imo. Just thought I'd share this with you all. And now I can say early birthday present for me.:lol::lol:;)

Big John

[BRICKNICK]

For those of you who want this truck, I found out some good news from Tower Hobbies.:bounce: They say it should be available late February in stead of late March. Now here's the really good news...The price has been dropped down to $449.97.:bounce: That is more realistic imo. Just thought I'd share this with you all. And now I can say early birthday present for me.:lol::lol:;)

Big John

I'm so happy it's less than $450. I was a little shocked by that first price of over $600. I need a new build to start on.

[bigford]

The price has been dropped down to $449.97,not bad for a few extra inches
and chromed plastic parts

[glorydays24]

I'm so happy it's less than $450. I was a little shocked by that first price of over $600. I need a new build to start on.

The price has been dropped down to $449.97,not bad for a few extra inches
and chromed plastic parts

I agree with you both.:D:cool:;)

Big John

[kingbob]

Thankgod they dropped the price. Tell em they're dreaming for $600.
But thinking about it critically, for $450 its worth it:

The new front and rear bumper, and a few extra chrome pieces probably use about twice the plastic that a KH bumper sprue has, and at market prices, thats probably worth about $15-20 retail.

The stacks appear to be aluminium, with a plastic base. Given what we pay, and what Tamiya probably can manufacture for, i think a $20-25 price tag on those is reasonable. Not forgetting that it means they dont need the regular 'holed' shroud on the KH kit.

It has a lengthened main drive shaft, i'd say about 4" longer, which is over twice the size of the stock one. Retail i'd put a $10 tag on that.

The rails, again an extra 4" or so, but they're not really new, just cut differently. Given what we pay for a set of long rails, i'd put a $10 retail tag on the extra.

The rear fenders are the biggy. Having made some from styrene, theres a lot of plastic in a pair, plus they're new molds etc. Retail, i'd expect to see a pair of those going for around $25-30.

Thats around $80-100 worth, add in the cost of new molds, manufacturing, additional box costs, storage/freight, and all that, then maybe call it somewhere in the $90-110 range, and throw a few bucks on for just extra profit, call it $100-120..

Given King Haulers got for around $330ish, then $450 i think is a justifiable price.