Overview
The Traxxas Skid plate, Roof (Body) in Green (TRX7817G) is an essential protective component for X-Maxx owners who demand durability and style. Whether you're bashing at the local skate park, launching from ramps, or tackling challenging terrain, this roof skid plate provides critical protection during rollovers and impacts. Built using Traxxas's toughest composite material—the same high-quality engineering found in their heavy-duty suspension arms—this component delivers exceptional resistance to breakage even in cold weather conditions. For RC enthusiasts in the UK looking to upgrade their X-Maxx with protective bodywork that won't compromise on aesthetics, this green skid plate offers the perfect balance of function and style.
The X-Maxx is Traxxas's flagship 1/7 scale monster truck, and maintaining its durability is essential for long-term enjoyment and performance. This roof skid plate is engineered to protect the roof during aggressive driving and rollovers, which are inevitable during intense RC car sessions. The composite material used in its construction features just the right amount of flex to resist breakage, making it ideal for both serious bashers and competitive drivers. Available in dynamic green, this skid plate allows you to fully customise your X-Maxx's appearance while keeping it protected against damage.
RC Model Shop stocks genuine Traxxas spare parts for all popular models, including the X-Maxx range. Whether you're a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or discovering the world of RC for the first time, protective components like this roof skid plate are vital investments in your vehicle's longevity. The green colour option is particularly striking and complements the full range of X-Maxx body colours available, letting you create a coordinated and professional-looking RC monster truck that stands out at the track or park.
Key Features
- Tough Composite Material — Manufactured using Traxxas's toughest composite material, the same engineering found in their heavy-duty suspension arms, ensuring maximum durability and resistance to impact damage during aggressive driving and rollovers.
- Cold-Weather Resistant — The flex characteristics of this composite material are engineered to prevent breakage even in cold weather conditions, making it suitable for year-round RC driving across the UK.
- Flexible Construction — Built with just the right amount of flex to absorb impacts and resist breakage, rather than shattering under pressure, this design philosophy prioritises longevity over rigidity.
- Roof Rollover Protection — Specifically designed to protect the roof of your X-Maxx during rollovers and flips, which are common in aggressive RC driving scenarios, preventing costly body damage.
- Customisation Colour Option — Available in striking green, this skid plate allows you to customise your X-Maxx's appearance with one of six dynamic colour options across the full skid plate range, creating a coordinated look.
- Includes Mounting Hardware — The package includes four 3x15mm CS screws (carbon steel), providing all the fasteners needed for installation without requiring additional purchases.
- Compatible with Body Support — Roof skid plates require the Traxxas #7713X body support for proper installation, ensuring secure mounting and optimal protection performance.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas Skid plate, Roof (Body) (Green) TRX7817G is engineered with performance and longevity at its core. Constructed from Traxxas's premium composite material, the same advanced polymer engineering used in their suspension components, this skid plate delivers exceptional durability under extreme conditions. The material science behind this component is sophisticated: rather than using brittle rigid plastics that snap under impact, Traxxas engineers have formulated a composite with precise flex characteristics that allow it to absorb and distribute impact energy across its structure. This means your X-Maxx's roof remains protected during the inevitable rollovers and crashes that come with high-performance RC driving. The composite formulation maintains its protective qualities across a wide temperature range, including cold weather driving conditions common throughout the UK winter season. Measuring as a roof component for the 1/7 scale X-Maxx, this skid plate integrates seamlessly with your truck's existing body and suspension geometry. The four 3x15mm carbon steel screws provide secure fastening points that work in conjunction with the #7713X body support frame, creating a robust protective system that won't rattle or shift during aggressive driving. This is genuine Traxxas engineering designed for serious RC enthusiasts who refuse to compromise on protection or build quality.
What's in the Box
- Traxxas Skid plate, Roof (Body) in Green (1 piece)
- 3x15mm CS (carbon steel) screws (4 pieces)
What You Need to Complete
- Traxxas #7713X body support frame (required for mounting the roof skid plate)
- Appropriate tools for fastening screws (Phillips head screwdriver recommended)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Traxxas X-Maxx roof skid plate used for? — The roof skid plate is a protective component designed specifically to shield your X-Maxx's roof during rollovers and aggressive driving. It's constructed from Traxxas's toughest composite material to resist breakage and protect your vehicle's body from costly damage when bashing at skate parks, launching from ramps, or competing.
- Do I need the #7713X body support to install this skid plate? — Yes, the Traxxas roof skid plate requires the #7713X body support for installation. This support frame provides the structural foundation and mounting points necessary for secure attachment of the skid plate to your X-Maxx.
- Is this skid plate compatible with cold weather driving? — Absolutely. The composite material used in this roof skid plate is specifically engineered to maintain its protective flex characteristics even in cold weather conditions, making it ideal for year-round RC driving throughout the UK.
- What colour options are available for the X-Maxx roof skid plate? — Traxxas offers six dynamic colours for the X-Maxx roof skid plate range, allowing you to fully customise your vehicle's appearance. The TRX7817G is the green option, but other colours are available to match different X-Maxx body colours.
- What is included with the TRX7817G? — The package includes one green roof skid plate and four 3x15mm CS (carbon steel) screws for fastening. This provides all the hardware needed for installation once you have the #7713X body support frame mounted.
- Which X-Maxx models is this compatible with? — This roof skid plate is compatible with all X-Maxx variants, including the TRX77096-4 series (Brushless RTR in Orange, Blue, Red, and Green) and the TRX77097-4 Ultimate series (in Blue X and Green X models).
- Why should I choose composite material over other materials? — Traxxas's composite material offers superior performance because it combines toughness with flexibility, allowing the skid plate to absorb impacts without shattering like brittle plastics. This engineering approach, proven in their suspension arms, prioritises longevity and reliable protection in real-world driving conditions.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the Traxxas Skid plate, Roof (Body) (Green) / 3x15mm CS (4 pcs) (requires #7713X to mount) TRX7817G today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
- Manufacturer: Traxxas
- Model Number: TRX7817G
- Part Type: Roof Skid Plate / Chassis Spares
- Colour: Green
- Material: Composite (toughest composite material)
- Compatible X-Maxx Models: TRX77096-4-ORNG, TRX77096-4-BLUE, TRX77097-4-BLUEX, TRX77096-4-RED, TRX77096-4-GRN, TRX77097-4-GRNX
- Included Fasteners: 3x15mm CS (carbon steel) screws (4 pieces)
- Installation Requirement: Requires #7713X body support for mounting
- Performance Feature: Engineered with precise flex to resist breakage in cold weather
- Application: Roof protection during rollovers and impacts
- Customisation: Part of six dynamic colour skid plate range
- EAN: 0020334781765
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