These high-quality hinge pins provide direct replacement parts for your kit supplied items.
- Manufacturer: ARRMA
- Part Number: Z-AR330468
- EAN: 5052127028134
- Spare Part Type: Suspension Spares
- Hinge Pin Diameter: 3mm
- Hinge Pin Length: 31mm
- Material: Durable Steel
- Quantity Included: 2 x Hinge Pin 3 x 31mm
- Compatible With: Arrma 1/10 BIG ROCK 223S DSC 4X4 RTR Brushless Monster Truck (Black, Blue, Green)
- Compatible With: Arrma 1/10 GRANITE 223S DSC 4X4 RTR Brushless Monster Truck (Blue, Gun Metal, Red)
- Compatible With: Arrma 1/10 QUAKE 223S DSC 2WD RTR Brushless Monster Truck (Red, Green, Purple)
- Compatible With: Arrma 1/10 SENTON 223S BLX Brushless 4X4 Short Course Truck RTR with DSC (Red, Yellow, Blue/Purple)
Overview
The ARRMA Hinge Pin 3x31mm (2) Z-AR330468 is an essential replacement spare part for RC enthusiasts who demand reliability and precision in their vehicles. Whether you're a seasoned RC car UK collector or someone who enjoys weekend bashing sessions with your brushless RC monster truck, these hinge pins are precision-engineered components that keep your suspension working smoothly and responsively. Hinge pins are critical suspension components that allow your vehicle's suspension arms to pivot freely, directly affecting handling, responsiveness and the overall driving experience of your ready to run RC model.
As a dedicated spare part manufactured by ARRMA, one of the world's leading RC vehicle designers, these hinge pins are direct replacement items for the components supplied with your RC truck from the factory. Over time, hinge pins can wear, become bent or damaged through normal use, track abuse or crashes. When this happens, your suspension won't work as intended, and your vehicle's handling will suffer. Having genuine replacement hinge pins on hand means you can quickly restore your RC car to factory specification and get back to driving. These are precision-manufactured suspension spares that ensure smooth operation and fast servicing, making them an essential part of any serious RC enthusiast's spares box.
The ARRMA Hinge Pin 3x31mm is compatible with a wide range of ARRMA's most popular 1/10 scale brushless monster trucks and short course trucks, including the BIG ROCK 223S, GRANITE 223S, QUAKE 223S and SENTON 223S models in their various colour options. If you own any of these high-performance ready to run RC vehicles, these suspension spares are designed to fit perfectly and maintain the exact tolerances ARRMA engineered into your truck.
Key Features
- Durable Steel Construction — These hinge pins are manufactured from high-quality steel, a material chosen specifically for its strength, durability and resistance to bending under the stresses and impacts that come with aggressive RC driving, whether you're bashing on rough terrain or racing on track.
- Precision Manufacturing — Each hinge pin is manufactured to exact specifications, ensuring they fit perfectly into your suspension arms without play or wobble, which directly translates to precise steering response, predictable handling characteristics and confidence in cornering.
- Smooth Operation — The precision tolerances mean your suspension articulates freely without binding or sticking, allowing both sides of your vehicle to work in harmony and providing the responsive handling you expect from a high-quality brushless RC monster truck or short course truck.
- Fast Servicing — When your hinge pins need replacing, these genuine ARRMA parts swap out easily without requiring modifications or adjustments, getting you back on the track or trail quickly without downtime.
- Direct Replacement Part — These are genuine ARRMA OEM suspension spares, meaning they are manufactured to the exact same specifications and standards as the hinge pins originally supplied with your vehicle, ensuring compatibility and performance.
- Supplied in Pairs — This pack contains two hinge pins, which is exactly what you need to maintain your vehicle's suspension symmetry and ensures both sides of your suspension work identically.
Technical Performance
The ARRMA Hinge Pin 3x31mm represents the suspension engineering that goes into ARRMA's range of 1/10 scale brushless RC vehicles. Hinge pins are fundamental to how a vehicle's suspension performs. They act as pivot points that allow the suspension arms to move up and down smoothly whilst maintaining precise alignment. The 3mm diameter specification provides the optimal balance between strength and light weight, whilst the 31mm length is engineered to work perfectly with ARRMA's A-arm and suspension geometry across their range of monster trucks and short course trucks. The durable steel material resists deformation under the constant articulation and impact forces that come from driving a brushless RC vehicle at speed over rough terrain or through high-speed cornering. Precision manufacturing ensures that tolerances are maintained tightly, preventing the play or looseness that can develop in worn suspension components and that can make your RC car feel unpredictable or vague in handling. When suspension components wear, steering response suffers, cornering becomes imprecise and your vehicle becomes more prone to rolling or losing grip. By replacing worn hinge pins with these genuine ARRMA spares, you restore your vehicle to its designed performance envelope, whether you're running the BIG ROCK 223S, GRANITE 223S, QUAKE 223S or SENTON 223S models.
What's in the Box
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are these hinge pins compatible with my ARRMA RC truck? — Yes, these Z-AR330468 hinge pins are compatible with a range of popular ARRMA 1/10 scale models including the BIG ROCK 223S (available in black, blue and green), GRANITE 223S (available in blue, gun metal and red), QUAKE 223S (available in red, green and purple), and SENTON 223S (available in red, yellow and blue/purple). Check your vehicle's model number to confirm compatibility before ordering.
- How often do hinge pins need replacing? — Hinge pins will last through many hours of normal driving, but the frequency of replacement depends on driving intensity, terrain and maintenance practices. Regular inspection of your suspension components is recommended. If you notice any play in your suspension arms, hearing clicking sounds when turning, or if your vehicle's handling feels loose, it's time to replace your hinge pins.
- Can I use aftermarket hinge pins instead of ARRMA genuine parts? — Whilst aftermarket options may exist, using genuine ARRMA spare parts ensures you receive components manufactured to the exact specifications of your vehicle, maintaining the handling characteristics and performance ARRMA engineered into your truck. Genuine parts also have proper fitment and warranty support.
- What is the difference between worn and new hinge pins? — Worn hinge pins develop play or clearance in the suspension arms, allowing excess movement and making steering feel vague or unresponsive. New hinge pins provide the tight tolerances needed for precise handling, allowing your suspension arms to articulate smoothly without play, restoring your vehicle's steering response and control.
- Do I need any special tools to install these hinge pins? — Hinge pin replacement is a straightforward process that typically requires only basic tools. The pins simply press fit or clip into your suspension arms. Consult your ARRMA vehicle's manual for specific installation instructions and torque specifications if applicable.
- What is the specification of these hinge pins? — These hinge pins measure 3mm in diameter and 31mm in length, engineered specifically for ARRMA's 1/10 scale suspension arms. This size provides the optimal balance of strength, weight and articulation for monster trucks and short course trucks in this scale range.
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 Hinge Pin 3x31mm 4x4 (2) Z-AR330468 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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