Overview
The FTX Outlaw/Kanyon Aluminium Rear Link Holder (FTX8381) is a premium upgrade component designed for serious RC enthusiasts who demand durability and performance from their crawlers and ultra-4 buggies. This chassis tuning component is engineered to enhance the suspension geometry and reliability of compatible FTX models, making it an essential addition to your RC car UK collection. Whether you're basking on challenging terrain with your FTX Kanyon trail crawler or pushing the limits of your FTX Outlaw ultra-4 buggy, this aluminium rear link holder provides the structural integrity and precision fit that serious RC drivers expect from their upgrades.
Built from high-quality aluminium, this rear link holder represents the kind of attention to detail that separates casual RC hobbies from dedicated off-road competition and weekend bashing. The component works seamlessly with multiple FTX models, offering compatibility across the Outlaw, Kanyon, and Zorro platforms, making it a versatile addition to your collection whether you run brushed or brushless power. Customer feedback consistently highlights how this upgrade, especially when combined with other aluminium chassis upgrades, transforms the driving experience and reliability of these vehicles on demanding terrain.
For UK RC enthusiasts looking to maximise their investment in ready to run RC buggies and crawlers, the FTX8381 delivers measurable improvements in handling precision, suspension responsiveness, and overall durability. This is the kind of hop-up that experienced drivers recognise as a core upgrade rather than a luxury, particularly when tackling rocky, technical courses or high-speed bashing sessions where suspension components face genuine punishment.
Key Features
- Premium Aluminium Construction — Manufactured from high-grade aluminium, this rear link holder combines lightweight properties with exceptional strength and rigidity, ensuring your suspension geometry remains consistent through demanding driving sessions and helping to maintain precise handling characteristics even under extreme off-road conditions.
- Multi-Model Compatibility — Engineered to fit the FTX Outlaw brushed and brushless variants, the FTX Kanyon 4x4 trail crawler, and the FTX Zorro trophy truck, this component offers outstanding versatility across the FTX platform, allowing you to standardise upgrades across multiple vehicles in your collection.
- Chassis Tune-Up Component — As a dedicated suspension link holder, this upgrade directly improves suspension geometry and responsiveness, which translates to better traction, more predictable handling through corners, and reduced wear on suspension components during extended driving sessions.
- Enhanced Durability — The robust aluminium design resists bending and deformation that can occur with standard plastic components when subjected to the repeated stresses of off-road driving, ensuring your rear suspension maintains its precision alignment and performance characteristics over time.
- Professional-Grade Upgrade — This component is recognised by experienced RC drivers as a core upgrade that pairs perfectly with other aluminium chassis upgrades, creating a comprehensive tuning package that transforms the overall feel and reliability of your ready to run RC vehicle.
- Precise Engineering — The manufacturer's attention to dimensional accuracy ensures a perfect fit with compatible models, eliminating fitment issues and allowing you to enjoy the performance benefits immediately after installation without additional modification or adjustment.
Technical Performance
The FTX Outlaw/Kanyon Aluminium Rear Link Holder represents modern engineering principles applied to RC suspension tuning. Unlike plastic rear link holders that can flex and wear under the constant stresses of off-road driving, the aluminium construction of the FTX8381 maintains exceptional rigidity and dimensional stability across extended driving sessions and varying weather conditions common in UK RC culture. The material choice reflects an understanding that rear suspension geometry directly impacts handling precision, traction delivery, and the longevity of connected suspension components. By maintaining consistent link angles through corners and over obstacles, this holder ensures your vehicle's suspension operates exactly as intended by the chassis designers, translating to more predictable line holding through technical sections and improved performance during high-speed runs. The component's compatibility across multiple FTX platforms (the Outlaw ultra-4 buggy in both brushed and brushless configurations, the Kanyon 4x4 trail crawler, and the Zorro trophy truck) demonstrates its universal appeal to the FTX community. Installation is straightforward for anyone with basic RC maintenance experience, and the upgrade integrates seamlessly with the existing suspension architecture of compatible models without requiring additional modifications or adjustments to other chassis components.
What's in the Box
- FTX Outlaw/Kanyon Aluminium Rear Link Holder
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which FTX models does the FTX8381 rear link holder fit? — The FTX Outlaw/Kanyon Aluminium Rear Link Holder is compatible with the FTX Kanyon 4x4 Mountain Rescue 2-Speed RTR 1:10 XL Crawler (FTX5563R), FTX Kanyon 4x4 RTR 1:10 XL Trail Crawler (FTX5563), FTX Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy brushed version (FTX5570), FTX Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy brushless version (FTX5571), and the FTX Zorro Trophy Truck brushed RTR in blue (FTX5556B), making it a versatile upgrade for multiple vehicles in your RC collection.
- Is the FTX8381 a worthwhile upgrade for my ready to run RC buggy? — Yes, this is considered a core upgrade by experienced FTX drivers rather than a luxury modification. The aluminium construction provides superior durability compared to standard plastic components, maintains suspension geometry more precisely during aggressive driving, and when combined with other aluminium chassis upgrades creates a comprehensive tuning package that transforms overall vehicle performance, handling responsiveness, and longevity on UK terrain.
- What type of driving will benefit most from this upgrade? — The FTX8381 rear link holder improves performance across all driving styles, but particularly benefits drivers who tackle technical rock crawling courses, high-speed bashing sessions, or competitive off-road events where suspension precision and component durability directly impact success. The enhanced rigidity also reduces stress on connected suspension components, extending their lifespan and maintaining consistent handling characteristics even after extended use.
- How difficult is installation of the FTX8381? — Installation is straightforward for RC enthusiasts with basic maintenance experience and fits seamlessly into the existing chassis architecture of compatible FTX models without requiring additional modifications or adjustments to other suspension components, making it accessible to intermediate builders whilst delivering professional-grade performance improvements.
- Can I use this with other aluminium upgrades? — Absolutely; in fact, experienced drivers specifically recommend combining this rear link holder with other aluminium chassis upgrades to create a comprehensive tuning package that maximises the suspension performance and reliability benefits across the entire vehicle, transforming your FTX crawler or buggy into a precision off-road machine.
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 FTX Outlaw/ Kanyon Aluminium Rear Link Holder FTX8381 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.
- Product Type: Aluminium Rear Link Holder
- Model Number: FTX8381
- Brand: FTX
- Tune-Up Type: Chassis
- Material: Aluminium
- EAN Code: 5055323983030
- Compatible Models: FTX5563R FTX Kanyon 4x4 Mountain Rescue 2-Speed RTR 1:10 XL Crawler
- Compatible Models: FTX5563 FTX Kanyon 4x4 RTR 1:10 XL Trail Crawler
- Compatible Models: FTX5570 FTX Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy Brushed
- Compatible Models: FTX5571 FTX Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy Brushless
- Compatible Models: FTX5556B FTX Zorro Trophy Truck Brushed RTR Blue
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