Bring Scale Truck Details to Life with the Tamiya 56523
For model truck fans who value authenticity, the Tamiya 56523 Multi-Function Control Unit merges realistic audio, visual cues, and tactile vibration into one compact module. It is aimed at builders who want their rigs to sound and feel closer to full-size European L6 diesel trucks on the road.
Engine Sound and Motion Feedback
This unit reproduces recorded engine and cabin sounds from real L6 diesels, offering 33 selectable sound events such as startup, shutdown, shifting, horn, and air brake noises. The vibration output varies with throttle so you get a physical sense of engine load alongside the audio.
Flexible LED Lighting Functions
Equipped with high brightness white, red, and amber LEDs, the unit can mimic headlight, taillight, and marker behaviours. Lighting sequences are adjustable via a compatible transmitter so you can set running lights, indicators, and additional effects for different display scenarios.
Radio Integration and Drive Control
You can control up to 21 different actions using a 4-channel transmitter and recommended radio systems. The onboard ESC smooths speed transitions and helps you manage slow scale driving, making coupling, manoeuvring, and show runs easier to manage.
Specifications
- Sound Effects: 33 types, including engine and horn
- Light Effects: 16 actions
- Operation: 21 actions
- Modes: R/C Mode, Multi Mode, Demo Mode
- Voltage: 6.6-7.2V
- Usable Temperature: -10 to 50 C
- Motor Compatibility: Type 540 motor, option parts motors
The Tamiya 56523 Multi-Function Control Unit is a neat, integrated way to add sound, lighting, and vibration to a scale truck, improving realism without a complex electronics stack.