Overview
The Losi Foam Tire Insert, MT (2) is an essential upgrade component for RC enthusiasts running Losi monster truck platforms. These foam inserts are engineered to enhance tyre performance, stability and handling characteristics across a variety of terrain types. Whether you're a competitive racer fine-tuning your RC monster truck setup or a weekend basher looking to improve your vehicle's performance on loose, rocky or sandy surfaces, quality foam tyre inserts make a measurable difference to how your RC car behaves during hard driving sessions.
Foam inserts serve a critical function in the suspension and drivetrain ecosystem of any serious RC monster truck. By filling the internal cavity of your monster truck tyres, these inserts prevent tyre ballooning, sidewall flex and deformation during acceleration, cornering and braking. This means more consistent handling, improved steering response and better overall stability—especially important when you're pushing your RC car to its limits on uneven terrain or at high speed. The Losi Foam Tire Insert MT pack gives you a genuine Losi-manufactured solution that's specifically designed and tested to work perfectly with Losi LMT monster truck platforms.
If you're building or upgrading an RC monster truck in the UK, you'll want to invest in quality components like these Losi foam inserts. They're not glamorous like a new body shell or brushless motor, but they're one of the most effective upgrades you can make to improve handling precision and durability. RC Model Shop stocks genuine Losi products including tyre inserts, tyres, wheels and all related suspension components to help you build the ultimate monster truck setup.
Key Features
- Genuine Losi Manufacturing — These foam inserts are manufactured by Losi, the renowned RC manufacturer behind the legendary LMT monster truck platform, ensuring perfect fitment and performance characteristics that match your vehicle's engineering specifications.
- Monster Truck (MT) Specification — Specifically engineered for Losi monster truck applications, these inserts are designed to work with the unique tyre sizes and suspension geometry of MT-platform vehicles, providing optimal support and stability during aggressive driving.
- Pack of Two — This pack includes two foam inserts, allowing you to upgrade both rear tyres or both front tyres depending on your setup preferences and driving style, with the option to purchase additional pairs for complete vehicle coverage.
- Tyre Ballooning Prevention — Foam inserts fill the internal volume of your tyres and prevent ballooning—the unwanted expansion of tyre sidewalls during hard acceleration and cornering—which would otherwise compromise handling precision and increase tyre wear.
- Enhanced Suspension Performance — By reducing tyre flex, these inserts effectively stiffen the overall suspension response, improving steering feedback and making your RC monster truck more predictable and easier to control during competitive driving or technical course navigation.
- Durability and Longevity — Quality foam construction resists compression and degradation over extended use, meaning these inserts will maintain their performance characteristics across many hours of driving, protecting your investment in your RC car setup.
Technical Performance
The Losi Foam Tire Insert MT is engineered using high-density foam material that's specifically formulated to provide optimal support characteristics for monster truck tyres. These inserts are designed to work seamlessly with the Losi LMT platform and other compatible Losi monster truck vehicles. The foam construction is engineered to resist compression set, meaning the material will maintain its shape and supportive properties even after extended periods of use and storage. When installed in your RC monster truck tyres, these inserts work by filling the internal cavity and supporting the tyre sidewalls, preventing the lateral flex and ballooning that can occur during aggressive acceleration, hard cornering and high-speed driving. This results in more predictable handling characteristics, improved steering response and better traction delivery through the corners. The performance benefit is particularly noticeable on loose terrain, sand, gravel and rocky surfaces where tyre flex is most problematic. For serious RC enthusiasts building competition-grade monster truck setups or weekend bashers looking to improve their vehicle's handling and durability, quality foam inserts like the Losi MT set are a cost-effective performance upgrade that delivers measurable improvements without requiring extensive disassembly or modification of your existing suspension components.
What's in the Box
- Two foam tyre inserts, MT specification for Losi monster truck platforms
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are foam tyre inserts and why do I need them for my RC monster truck? — Foam tyre inserts are cylindrical pieces of high-density foam that fit inside the hollow core of your RC tyres. They prevent tyre ballooning, which is when the tyre sidewalls flex and expand outward during hard acceleration and cornering. By reducing this flex, foam inserts improve handling stability, steering response and overall suspension performance, especially on rough or loose terrain. They're one of the most effective upgrades you can make to an RC monster truck setup without replacing major components.
- Will these Losi foam inserts work with my Losi monster truck? — Yes, the Losi Foam Tire Insert MT is specifically engineered for Losi monster truck platforms, including the LMT. These are genuine Losi products manufactured to Losi specifications and will fit perfectly with your existing Losi monster truck tyres and wheels. Always verify your tyre size before purchasing to ensure compatibility with your specific vehicle model.
- How do I install foam tyre inserts in my RC monster truck tyres? — Foam inserts are installed by inserting them into the hollow core of your tyre before mounting the tyre onto the wheel rim. Installation is straightforward and requires no special tools—you simply push the insert into the tyre cavity until it's fully seated. This is typically done during initial tyre setup or when you're replacing worn tyres.
- How long do foam tyre inserts last before I need to replace them? — Quality foam inserts like the Losi MT set are engineered to resist compression and degradation over extended use. With proper care and storage, they will maintain their performance characteristics for many hours of driving. Eventually, foam can compress or crack with extreme use, at which point replacement inserts will restore your original handling characteristics.
- What's the difference between foam inserts and other tyre support systems? — Foam inserts are the most common and cost-effective solution for preventing tyre ballooning in RC vehicles. They're simple to install, require no ongoing adjustment, and work passively without any mechanical complexity. Some RC vehicles use alternative systems, but foam inserts remain the industry standard for monster truck applications due to their proven effectiveness and reliability.
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 LOS Foam Tire Insert, MT (2) 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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