- Product Type: Chassis Centre Brace Bar
- Scale: 1/7
- Manufacturer: ARRMA
- ARRMA Part Number: ARA320502
- Retail Model Number: Z-ARA320502
- Length: 309mm
- Material: Aluminium (Lightweight)
- Finish: Red Anodised Coating
- Quantity Included: 1 x Center Brace Bar 309mm
- Compatible Models: ARRMA Felony 6S BLX (Black and Orange variants), ARRMA Infraction 6S BLX (Blue and Silver variants), ARRMA Limitless 8S AVC 4X4 RTR BLX (Red/Black and White/Blue variants)
- Fitment Status: Standard Parts on all compatible models
- EAN Code: 5052127032766
- Customer Rating: 5 out of 5
Overview
The ARRMA Center Brace Bar 309mm is an essential chassis component designed for serious RC enthusiasts looking to maintain peak performance on their ARRMA 1/7 scale models. This precision-engineered aluminium brace bar plays a crucial role in stabilising the centre of your RC car's chassis, providing the structural support needed for consistent handling and durability during intense driving sessions. Whether you're a seasoned RC car UK competitor or a dedicated weekend basher, this replacement or upgrade part ensures your vehicle maintains its factory specifications and performance standards.
Built with the same engineering excellence ARRMA is renowned for, this center brace bar is manufactured to exacting tolerances and finished with ARRMA's signature red anodised coating. The 309mm length makes it compatible with several popular ARRMA 1/7 scale models including the Felony 6S, Infraction 6S, and Limitless 8S platforms. If you own one of these brushless RC all-road machines, keeping spare chassis components like this centre brace bar on hand is a smart investment in your RC hobby, ensuring minimal downtime when maintenance or repairs are needed.
For RC enthusiasts in the UK seeking quality spare parts from an authorised ARRMA dealer, this center brace bar represents genuine manufacturer parts that maintain the integrity of your investment. The anodised aluminium construction provides excellent durability whilst keeping weight to a minimum, a critical consideration in high-performance RC racing and bashing applications where every gram counts towards acceleration and overall handling characteristics.
Key Features
- Precision Manufactured Aluminium Construction — This center brace bar is machined from lightweight aluminium material using precision manufacturing techniques to ensure perfect dimensional accuracy and compatibility with your ARRMA model. Quality manufacturing is essential for chassis components as poor tolerances can lead to misalignment, affecting your RC car's handling and longevity.
- Red Anodised Finish — The striking ARRMA red anodised coating provides both outstanding aesthetics and extreme durability, protecting the aluminium from corrosion and wear whilst maintaining that authentic factory appearance. The anodised finish is harder than bare aluminium and resists scratching and fading even under heavy use conditions.
- 309mm Length Specification — This precise 309mm dimension is engineered specifically for compatibility with 1/7 scale ARRMA models, ensuring the brace bar integrates seamlessly with your chassis geometry without modifications or fitment issues.
- Critical Chassis Support — The center brace bar provides essential structural reinforcement to your RC car's chassis, helping to maintain rigidity and stability through corners, over jumps, and during high-speed runs. This component prevents flexing and twisting that could compromise handling and component longevity.
- Genuine OEM Part — As an official ARRMA part, this brace bar is manufactured to exact specifications and quality standards, guaranteeing compatibility and performance with your ready to run RC vehicle.
Technical Performance
This centre brace bar exemplifies ARRMA's commitment to quality in RC car engineering. Manufactured from lightweight yet rigid aluminium, the 309mm length is engineered to provide optimal chassis support across the Felony 6S, Infraction 6S, and Limitless 8S 1/7 scale platforms. The precision manufacturing process ensures that dimensions are held to extremely tight tolerances, critical for ensuring that the brace bar seats perfectly within your chassis assembly without gaps or misalignment. The red anodised coating adds a protective layer that resists oxidation and provides scratch resistance superior to bare metal finishes. In the context of high-performance brushless RC vehicles running 6S and 8S LiPo batteries with extreme acceleration and cornering forces, a rigid chassis framework is essential for predictable handling and component protection. The center brace bar contributes to overall chassis stiffness, reducing unwanted deflection during aggressive driving and helping to maintain consistent suspension geometry through extreme manoeuvres. Whether you're running your ARRMA all-road street bash machine through technical courses or pushing it to the limits on open terrain, this component ensures your chassis maintains its structural integrity and performance characteristics.
What's in the Box
- 1 x Center Brace Bar 309mm (Red Anodised Aluminium)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which ARRMA RC models is this center brace bar compatible with? — This 309mm center brace bar is designed for several 1/7 scale ARRMA models including the Felony 6S BLX in black and orange variants, the Infraction 6S BLX in blue and silver variants, and the Limitless 8S AVC 4X4 RTR BLX in red/black and white/blue variants. If you own any of these brushless RC models, this is the correct genuine replacement part.
- Is this a standard part or optional upgrade? — The center brace bar comes as a standard part on ARRMA 1/7 models, meaning your vehicle likely came equipped with one from the factory. Having a spare on hand is excellent for maintenance, repair or customisation purposes, and having genuine ARRMA parts ensures perfect compatibility and performance.
- Why would I need to replace my center brace bar? — As with any RC car component subjected to constant stress during driving, particularly on high-performance brushless models running powerful 6S and 8S LiPo batteries, the center brace bar can suffer wear, damage or bending from crashes or extreme driving conditions. Having a replacement ready means you can quickly restore your vehicle to peak performance without extended downtime.
- How do I know this is the correct part for my RC car? — The ARRMA part number is ARA320502. Always verify this number against your vehicle's documentation before ordering. The 309mm length specification also helps ensure you're selecting the correct variant, as ARRMA produces braces in different lengths for different model platforms.
- Is installation difficult? — Installation typically involves basic RC car maintenance skills and standard tools. Most ARRMA owners with basic chassis experience can swap a center brace bar relatively quickly. If you're unsure, consult your ARRMA vehicle's assembly guide or contact RC Model Shop for installation guidance.
- What makes ARRMA parts different from third-party alternatives? — ARRMA parts are engineered and manufactured to exact specifications matching your vehicle's design requirements. Precision manufacturing tolerances ensure perfect fitment, whilst quality control standards guarantee durability. Using genuine manufacturer parts maintains your warranty coverage and ensures your RC car performs exactly as intended by the engineers who designed it.
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 ARRMA Center Brace Bar 309mm Z-ARA320502 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.
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