Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Here's THE deep-dive on Rlaarlo's biggest model yet: the licensed Mercedes-Benz U4000 Unimog 1/7 RTR (brushed). *See NOTES below for updates since publication!* This is 1/7 scale, but it's the size of an SCX6 - AND you have independent remote diff lock! This thing is feature-packed. How's it drive? Let's find out...
BUY
- Rlaarlo Unimog rlaarlo.com/pages/unimog-u4000?ref=RCTNT
**Servos (see NOTES below):
- AGFRC 62KG 4S Servo amzn.to/3StxkmT (great upgrade)
- HobbyPark 100KG 4S Servo amzn.to/4oABm9a (super overkill)
- Clamping Servo Horn amzn.to/4a25gx6 (not needed with the above servos)
NOTES
- 7:22 Photo Credit: MotorTrend
- Bed is 0.8mm Stainless Steel!
- 13:53 **release version apparently has 60KG brushless servo instead of the 45KG coreless servo in my review unit - EXCELLENT!
- Transmitter language: Phil (@TomleyRC) has released his U4000 and I understand from commenters that if you hold the LAMP button when you power on the transmitter, it'll change to English. Neat!
- Rlaarlo supplied this unit for review. I did not pay for it. But opinions and observations are purely mine; this manufacturer never asks me to say (or not say) anything, which I appreciate and applaud.
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Regarding the FOLLOW ME function we all saw in Rlaarlo's video a few months back: they showed the "follow me" technology in use, but it was not clearly communicated that this was not related to the demonstration model in particular.
That it is a discreet device rather than part of the U4000 was not clearly communicated, but I've seen Andy say that this device is intended to fit most models. I wish I'd thought to address this in the video as it seems this was a common expectation!
There is no "follow me" automation in this model. Hope this helps.
--
WATCH
Rlaarlo Vehicles:
HY6 youtu.be/qIasMiGChkM
TK07 (Patrol) youtu.be/htnx_hkD5YA
MK07V2 (Jeep JLU) youtu.be/4kQqc86itDg
JK07Pro (Gladiator) youtu.be/ZjLzGNbEOpg
Other Models Mentioned:
RCRun RUN80 1/10 LandCruiser 80-Series Kit youtu.be/2ARtcDdnDPk
Cross RC BC8 Mammoth (torsion rods) youtu.be/bf7bh31Ibmk
JDM Zetros (RC4WD Sledgehammer) youtu.be/D6HTwVbXJD0
SCX6 w/150KG Servo youtu.be/nEB5ncm0l48
READ
- MotorTrend's U4000 Review - an interesting read: motortrend.com/reviews/mercedes-benz-unimog-u4000-first-drive
- Bathurst legend Larry Perkins' U4000: https://www.4x4australia.com.au/reviews/custom-4x4s/custom-mercedes-benz-unimog-u4000-review
(there are some great photos in this article)
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A Note on Sponsored Content:
While I am technically an 'influencer', I treat my role here as more like a journalist. Integrity is a core value of mine and I promise I will always present as honest and transparent a review as possible. I am prepared to burn bridges with a manufacturer or store before I compromise on this. Just wanted you to know.
CHAPTERS
0:00 Rlaarlo U4000
0:42 Radio
3:33 How Big Is It
4:44 The Bed
6:09 Wheels & Tires
7:02 Drivetrain & Suspension
9:14 Body & Assembly
11:39 Features & Equipment
18:05 Interior & Inclusions
27:58 Speed Test
30:21 Drive
39:23 Undercarriage
42:02 More Driving
48:59 Drive Debrief
#rcreview, #rlaarlo, #rcoffroad, #largescalerc,
Here's THE deep-dive on Rlaarlo's biggest model yet: the licensed Mercedes-Benz U4000 Unimog 1/7 RTR (brushed). *See NOTES below for updates since publication!* This is 1/7 scale, but it's the size of an SCX6 - AND you have independent remote diff lock! This thing is feature-packed. How's it drive? Let's find out...
BUY
- Rlaarlo Unimog rlaarlo.com/pages/unimog-u4000?ref=RCTNT
**Servos (see NOTES below):
- AGFRC 62KG 4S Servo amzn.to/3StxkmT (great upgrade)
- HobbyPark 100KG 4S Servo amzn.to/4oABm9a (super overkill)
- Clamping Servo Horn amzn.to/4a25gx6 (not needed with the above servos)
NOTES
- 7:22 Photo Credit: MotorTrend
- Bed is 0.8mm Stainless Steel!
- 13:53 **release version apparently has 60KG brushless servo instead of the 45KG coreless servo in my review unit - EXCELLENT!
- Transmitter language: Phil (@TomleyRC) has released his U4000 and I understand from commenters that if you hold the LAMP button when you power on the transmitter, it'll change to English. Neat!
- Rlaarlo supplied this unit for review. I did not pay for it. But opinions and observations are purely mine; this manufacturer never asks me to say (or not say) anything, which I appreciate and applaud.
--
Regarding the FOLLOW ME function we all saw in Rlaarlo's video a few months back: they showed the "follow me" technology in use, but it was not clearly communicated that this was not related to the demonstration model in particular.
That it is a discreet device rather than part of the U4000 was not clearly communicated, but I've seen Andy say that this device is intended to fit most models. I wish I'd thought to address this in the video as it seems this was a common expectation!
There is no "follow me" automation in this model. Hope this helps.
--
WATCH
Rlaarlo Vehicles:
HY6 youtu.be/qIasMiGChkM
TK07 (Patrol) youtu.be/htnx_hkD5YA
MK07V2 (Jeep JLU) youtu.be/4kQqc86itDg
JK07Pro (Gladiator) youtu.be/ZjLzGNbEOpg
Other Models Mentioned:
RCRun RUN80 1/10 LandCruiser 80-Series Kit youtu.be/2ARtcDdnDPk
Cross RC BC8 Mammoth (torsion rods) youtu.be/bf7bh31Ibmk
JDM Zetros (RC4WD Sledgehammer) youtu.be/D6HTwVbXJD0
SCX6 w/150KG Servo youtu.be/nEB5ncm0l48
READ
- MotorTrend's U4000 Review - an interesting read: motortrend.com/reviews/mercedes-benz-unimog-u4000-first-drive
- Bathurst legend Larry Perkins' U4000: https://www.4x4australia.com.au/reviews/custom-4x4s/custom-mercedes-benz-unimog-u4000-review
(there are some great photos in this article)
LEARN
Best RC Car? rc-tnt.com/guides/best-rc-car
Best RC Crawler? rc-tnt.com/manufacturer/multiple/what-is-the-best-rc-rock-crawler
JOIN
Become a channel member for perks!
youtube.com/channel/UCRx09JE3sYu4AgWTHR9fNdg/join
FOLLOW
Website: rc-tnt.com
IG: instagram.com/rctrailandtech
BUY RC
AsiaTees: asiatees.com/shop-now?rc_pal=3736303730
Amazon: amzn.to/4ekNPbS
My Camera Gear: amzn.to/4nsLnUY
A Note on Sponsored Content:
While I am technically an 'influencer', I treat my role here as more like a journalist. Integrity is a core value of mine and I promise I will always present as honest and transparent a review as possible. I am prepared to burn bridges with a manufacturer or store before I compromise on this. Just wanted you to know.
CHAPTERS
0:00 Rlaarlo U4000
0:42 Radio
3:33 How Big Is It
4:44 The Bed
6:09 Wheels & Tires
7:02 Drivetrain & Suspension
9:14 Body & Assembly
11:39 Features & Equipment
18:05 Interior & Inclusions
27:58 Speed Test
30:21 Drive
39:23 Undercarriage
42:02 More Driving
48:59 Drive Debrief
#rcreview, #rlaarlo, #rcoffroad, #largescalerc,
