Overview
The FTX Diff Drive Gear (2) - Vantage/Carnage (FTX6230) is an essential drivetrain spare part designed for FTX RC cars and trucks. This two-piece differential drive gear set is a genuine OEM component engineered to maintain optimal performance and reliability in your FTX ready-to-run RC vehicle. Whether you're running an FTX Vantage buggy, FTX Carnage monster truck, or any of the compatible models listed below, having quality replacement differential gears on hand ensures your RC car stays in peak condition for weekend bashing, competitive racing, or casual driving. As a UK RC retailer, we understand that drivetrain components like differential gears are critical to your vehicle's performance, and the FTX Diff Drive Gear is manufactured to the same exacting standards as the original equipment.
Differential gears are fundamental to four-wheel-drive RC vehicles, distributing power between the wheels and allowing them to rotate at different speeds during cornering and turns. Over time, these gears can wear from regular use, impact damage, or extreme driving conditions. The FTX Diff Drive Gear (2) replacement set ensures your vehicle maintains smooth, responsive handling characteristics and proper weight distribution across all four wheels. This is particularly important for buggy and truck owners who demand consistent performance from their brushless or brushed electric RC cars.
If you're a seasoned RC enthusiast running multiple FTX models or simply keeping spare parts in your workshop, the FTX Diff Drive Gear offers genuine compatibility and peace of mind. Available now at RC Model Shop, this authentic FTX spare part is the perfect addition to your RC maintenance kit and ensures you're never sidelined by drivetrain issues during an important race day or casual bash session.
Key Features
- Two-Piece Set — This spare part comes as a pair of differential drive gears, providing complete coverage for your differential assembly and ensuring you have matched components for optimal drivetrain performance and reliability.
- Genuine FTX OEM Component — Manufactured by FTX to original specifications, these gears are engineered for precise fit and function, ensuring they work perfectly with your existing drivetrain without any compatibility issues or quality concerns.
- Wide Model Compatibility — Designed to fit multiple FTX models including the Vantage, Vantage 2.0, Carnage, Carnage 2.0, Outlaw, Banzai, and Kanyon platforms, making this a versatile spare part for owners of multiple FTX RC vehicles.
- Drivetrain Durability — Replace worn or damaged differential gears to restore proper power distribution, smooth handling characteristics, and responsive cornering performance across your RC car's four-wheel-drive system.
- Essential Maintenance Part — Every serious RC enthusiast should keep replacement differential gears in their spares kit, as these components are subject to wear and can be damaged during aggressive driving, jumps, or crashes.
Technical Performance
The FTX Diff Drive Gear represents precision engineering designed to handle the demands of modern electric RC vehicles. Differential gears are critical components within the drivetrain assembly that control how power is distributed to the wheels, allowing the vehicle to corner smoothly while maintaining traction and stability. The two-piece design ensures complete coverage of the differential system, providing matched components that work in harmony to deliver consistent performance. These gears are manufactured from durable materials capable of withstanding the torque loads generated by brushless motors commonly found in contemporary 1/10-scale RC cars and trucks, including high-performance models like the FTX Vantage 2.0 brushed buggy and FTX Carnage 2.0 brushless monster truck. Whether you're running a brushed electric RC car for casual weekend driving or a brushless RC vehicle for competitive track racing, maintaining quality differential components ensures optimal weight transfer during acceleration, braking, and cornering manoeuvres. The genuine FTX manufacturing means these gears are engineered to original tolerances, ensuring they integrate seamlessly with your existing drivetrain without any fitment issues or performance compromises.
What's in the Box
- FTX Diff Drive Gear (Pair) — Two-piece set of differential drive gears for FTX vehicles
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a differential drive gear and why do I need it? — The differential drive gear is a crucial component in your RC car's drivetrain that allows the powered wheels to spin at different speeds during cornering while still receiving power from the motor. This enables smooth turns and better handling. You'll need replacement gears when the originals wear out from regular use or become damaged from impacts and crashes, which affects your vehicle's performance and handling characteristics.
- Will these gears fit my FTX Vantage or Carnage? — Yes, these FTX Diff Drive Gears are specifically compatible with the FTX Vantage, Vantage 2.0, Carnage, Carnage 2.0, and several other FTX models including Outlaw, Banzai, and Kanyon variants. They are genuine OEM parts engineered for perfect fit and function with these vehicles.
- How often do I need to replace differential gears? — Differential gears typically last a considerable time with normal driving, but heavy use, competitive racing, or aggressive bashing can accelerate wear. If you notice your vehicle pulling to one side, poor handling during turns, or metallic noise from the drivetrain, it may be time to inspect and potentially replace your differential gears.
- Are these gears suitable for both brushed and brushless RC cars? — Yes, these differential drive gears are compatible with both brushed electric RC cars like the FTX Vantage 2.0 brushed buggy and brushless models like the FTX Carnage 2.0 brushless truck, as they work with the overall drivetrain system regardless of motor type.
- What other maintenance should I perform on my RC car's drivetrain? — Regular inspection of differential gears, axle shafts, and transmission components is recommended. Clean your drivetrain after muddy or sandy driving sessions, check for wear or damage, and replace components as needed to maintain optimal performance of your ready-to-run RC vehicle.
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 Diff Drive Gear (2) - Vantage/ Carnage FTX6230 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.
- Brand: FTX
- Model Number: FTX6230
- EAN: 5055323945441
- Spare Part Type: Drivetrain
- Quantity: 2 pieces
- Compatible with FTX Banzai 1/10th Scale 4WD RTR RC Car Brushed Electric (Red)
- Compatible with FTX Banzai 1/10th Scale 4WD RTR RC Car Brushed Electric (Green)
- Compatible with FTX Bugsta 4WD Brushed 1/10th Off-Road Buggy RTR
- Compatible with FTX Carnage 2.0 1/10 Brushed Truck 4WD RTR (Blue)
- Compatible with FTX Carnage 2.0 1/10 Brushed Truck 4WD RTR (Red)
- Compatible with FTX Carnage 2.0 Brushless RTR Monster Truck
- Compatible with FTX Carnage NT 1/10th RTR 4WD Nitro Truck
- Compatible with FTX Kanyon 4x4 RTR 1:10 XL Trail Crawler
- Compatible with FTX Kanyon 4x4 Mountain Rescue 2-Speed RTR 1:10 XL Crawler
- Compatible with FTX Khaos 1/10 Brushless 4WD Truggy RTR (Blue)
- Compatible with FTX Khaos 1/10 Brushless 4WD Truggy RTR (Purple)
- Compatible with FTX Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy Brushed
- Compatible with FTX Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy Brushless
- Compatible with FTX Vantage 2.0 Brushed Buggy 1/10 4WD RTR
- Compatible with FTX Vantage 2.0 1/10 Brushless Buggy 4WD RTR
- Compatible with FTX Zorro Trophy Truck Brushed RTR (Blue)
- Compatible with FTX Zorro Trophy Truck Brushless RTR (Orange)
- Compatible with FTX Zorro Nitro Trophy Truck RTR (Orange)
- Compatible with FTX Zorro Nitro Trophy Truck RTR (Blue)
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