Yep, 'tis true.
Take the 'ole straight-pipe powered 707-300/400 series with Conway or JT4A engines.
An outboard engine failure with these at V1 (or just after) required a 145 pound push on the rudder.
Not an easy task and still keep the heading within the 5 degree margin.
Gusty winds?
No help from the yaw damper, it had to be switched off for takeoff (and landing).