The JAMARA 1:16 Volvo EC160E Metal RC Excavator is a highly detailed radio-controlled reproduction of the Volvo EC160E crawler excavator. Featuring official Volvo licensing, metal elements, and numerous independently controllable functions, it is designed to offer a remarkably realistic operating experience.
In addition to its sturdy metal bucket, it includes interchangeable accessories such as a metal demolition hammer and grabber ball, expanding its range of operational possibilities. Its arm provides a wide range of motion, while the turret can perform continuous rotation to replicate the maneuvers of a real excavator.
General Information
- Brand: JAMARA.
- Model: Volvo EC160E Metal.
- Product type: RC crawler excavator.
- Official license: Volvo.
- Scale: 1:16.
- Recommended age: 14 years and older.
- Color: Yellow and gray.
- Control frequency: 2.4 GHz.
- Approximate maximum speed: 1 km/h.
- Approximate battery life: 20 minutes.
Main Features
- Official Volvo license.
- 1:16 scale.
- Detailed exterior design.
- Detailed interior.
- 2.4 GHz transmitter suitable for multiplayer operation.
- Each excavator joint can be controlled individually.
- Turret with continuous rotation.
- Metal bucket.
- Metal demolition hammer included.
- Grabber ball included.
- Interchangeable implements.
- Demolition hammer with impact function.
- LED headlights.
- Realistic engine sound.
- Horn.
- Engine start button on the transmitter.
- Automatic standby mode.
- Swappable battery.
- Lifting capacity: Up to 1,500 g.
- Working range: From -150 mm to +500 mm.
Functions
- Forward movement.
- Reverse movement.
- Left and right turning.
- On/off.
- Individual joint control.
- Raising and lowering of the bucket.
- Opening and closing of the grabber arm.
- Continuous turret rotation.
- Demolition hammer with impact function.
- Realistic engine sound.
- Engine sound can be switched off.
- Horn.
Arm and Excavation System
One of the most notable aspects of the Volvo EC160E is the independent control of its joints, which allows for more precise replication of the movements of a real excavator.
- Individually controllable joints.
- Metal bucket for loading and unloading operations.
- Manufacturer-specified working range: from -150 mm to +500 mm.
- Lifting capacity up to 1,500 g.
- Interchangeable accessories for the arm.
- Turret with continuous rotation.
Interchangeable Work Accessories
The excavator includes different implements that allow for extended use:
- Metal bucket: For digging, picking up, lifting, and dumping materials.
- Metal demolition hammer: Includes impact function.
- Grabber ball: Additional accessory to recreate different tasks.
The implements can be mounted and removed from the arm to adapt the excavator to different operations.
Radio Control System
The 2.4 GHz transmitter allows control of the excavator's driving and work functions.
- 2.4 GHz technology.
- Suitable for simultaneous operation of multiple compatible models.
- Forward and reverse control.
- Steering control.
- Independent joint control.
- Turret rotation control.
- Implement control.
- Engine start button on the transmitter.
- 3 AA batteries required for the transmitter.
Lighting and Sound
To increase realism during operation, the excavator features:
- LED headlights.
- Realistic engine sound.
- Switchable engine sound.
- Horn.
- Reverse warning sound as indicated by the manufacturer.
Material
- Metal bucket.
- Metal demolition hammer.
- Metal components integrated into the model.
The manufacturer does not specify the exact composition of the other elements of the excavator.
Dimensions
- Length: 51 cm.
- Width: 17 cm.
- Height: 23 cm.
- Excavator weight: 2.87 kg.
- Packaging weight: 4.40 kg.
- Working range: From -15 to +50 cm.
Battery and Power
- Battery: 7.4 V · 1200 mAh.
- Battery type: Li-Ion.
- Battery included: Yes.
- Swappable battery: Yes.
- Approximate battery life: 20 minutes.
- USB charging time: Approximately 90 minutes.
- USB charger included: Yes.
- USB connector: Type A.
- Transmitter: Requires 3 AA batteries.
Box Contents
- Volvo EC160E Metal 1:16 RC Excavator.
- 2.4 GHz transmitter.
- 7.4 V 1200 mAh rechargeable battery.
- USB charger.
- Metal bucket.
- Metal demolition hammer.
- Grabber ball.
- Grabber accessory indicated by the manufacturer.
- Screwdriver.
- Instruction manual.
Operating Experience
The Volvo EC160E offers numerous functions for fans of radio-controlled construction machinery:
- Driving in different directions.
- Independent control of joints.
- Excavation and loading operations.
- Continuous turret rotation.
- Change of implements.
- Simulated demolition tasks.
- LED lighting.
- Sound effects.
- Lifting capacity of up to 1.5 kg.
Safety and Quality
- Officially licensed Volvo product.
- Recommended age 14 years and older.
- Contains a lithium battery.
- It is essential to read the manual and follow the instructions for battery use and charging.
- Manufacturer's warning: not a toy.
Assembly and Maintenance
- Fully charge the battery before first use.
- Use the supplied USB charger.
- Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the Li-Ion battery.
- Periodically check joints and moving mechanisms.
- Inspect implements before use.
- Keep the tracks and articulated areas clean.
- Avoid contact between the electronic system and water or moisture.
- Store the model and battery in a dry place.
Why choose the Volvo EC160E Metal 1:16 RC Excavator?
The JAMARA 1:16 Volvo EC160E Metal RC Excavator stands out by combining detailed reproduction with numerous mechanical functions. Its metal bucket, functional demolition hammer, interchangeable accessories, continuous rotation turret, individually controllable joints, and lifting capacity of up to 1.5 kg allow for the recreation of various excavation, loading, and demolition tasks with a high level of realism.
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