Overview
The FTX Carbon Rear Shock Tower (Banzai) FTX6490 is a premium upgrade component designed specifically for the FTX Banzai 1/10th scale 4WD RC drift car. This lightweight carbon fibre shock tower represents a significant performance enhancement for owners looking to improve their RC car's handling characteristics and overall appearance. Whether you are a dedicated drift enthusiast, a weekend basher, or an RC car UK hobbyist seeking to fine-tune your vehicle, this genuine FTX component delivers the quality and durability you expect from the brand.
Crafted from high-quality carbon fibre material, the rear shock tower is engineered to provide superior rigidity and precision compared to standard plastic alternatives. This upgrade is particularly popular among RC enthusiasts who want to enhance their Banzai's suspension geometry and achieve better weight distribution. The carbon construction not only improves performance characteristics but also gives your ready to run RC car a more professional, race-ready appearance that stands out from stock builds.
As an authorised FTX dealer in the UK, RC Model Shop stocks this genuine component to help you unlock the full potential of your Banzai drift car. Customer feedback confirms that upgrading to the carbon rear shock tower makes a noticeable difference to how the vehicle looks and performs, transforming the overall appearance of your 1/10 scale electric RC car investment.
Key Features
- Carbon Fibre Construction — This shock tower is manufactured from genuine carbon fibre, a material renowned in RC racing for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, providing superior rigidity compared to plastic alternatives whilst keeping unsprung weight to a minimum.
- FTX Banzai Specific Design — Engineered to fit perfectly on the FTX Banzai 1/10th scale 4WD RTR RC car, ensuring precision fitment and optimal suspension performance tuned specifically for this platform.
- Enhanced Handling Characteristics — The rigid carbon construction improves suspension response and geometry consistency, translating to more predictable handling during aggressive driving and drift manoeuvres on tarmac and smooth surfaces.
- Lightweight Performance Upgrade — By replacing the stock plastic component with carbon fibre, you reduce unsprung mass at the rear of the vehicle, improving acceleration, deceleration and overall dynamic response.
- Professional Appearance — The glossy carbon fibre finish adds a premium, race-ready aesthetic to your Banzai, clearly distinguishing a upgraded build from stock configurations and appealing to RC car enthusiasts who value visual impact alongside performance.
- Direct Replacement Compatibility — This is a straightforward drop-in replacement part that requires no modifications to your existing Banzai chassis, making installation quick and accessible even for intermediate builders.
Technical Performance
The FTX Carbon Rear Shock Tower represents a carefully engineered upgrade designed for the Banzai platform, which is a 1/10th scale 4WD brushed electric street drift car. The carbon fibre material used in this component's construction is significantly more rigid than the plastic shock towers typically found on stock RC cars, providing better support for the suspension mounting points and improving the overall stiffness of the chassis. This enhanced rigidity translates directly into more consistent suspension geometry, which is crucial for maintaining predictable handling during high-speed runs and drift sequences. The lightweight nature of carbon fibre means that whilst the part provides superior structural support, it does not add unnecessary weight to the vehicle, maintaining the careful weight balance that FTX engineers into the Banzai platform. The precision manufacturing ensures perfect fitment into the existing chassis structure, with all mounting holes and alignment points matching factory specifications exactly. This attention to detail means that upgrading to the carbon shock tower is a seamless process that integrates completely with your existing Banzai build without requiring any modifications or adjustments to other suspension components. For RC car enthusiasts in the UK seeking to improve their brushed electric drift car's performance and appearance, this genuine FTX upgrade delivers tangible benefits across handling, durability and visual presentation.
What's in the Box
- FTX Carbon Rear Shock Tower (Banzai) — One complete unit ready for installation
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which FTX Banzai models is this rear shock tower compatible with? — This carbon shock tower fits the FTX Banzai 1/10th Scale 4WD RTR RC Car, including both the red (FTX5529) and green (FTX5529G) colour variants, as well as the FTX 1/10 Touring/Drift Car Roller Chassis Only (FTX5536). If you own a Banzai drift car, this part is specifically designed for your model.
- Will upgrading to a carbon rear shock tower really make a difference to my RC car? — Yes, customer feedback confirms that upgrading to the carbon rear shock tower transforms how your Banzai looks and performs. The increased rigidity improves suspension consistency and handling precision, whilst the professional carbon finish significantly enhances the visual appearance of your vehicle, giving it a race-ready aesthetic.
- Is this carbon shock tower difficult to install? — No, this is a straightforward direct-replacement component that requires no modifications to your existing Banzai chassis. If you are comfortable performing basic RC car maintenance and have standard tools, you should be able to install this upgrade without difficulty. It is an ideal project for intermediate RC enthusiasts looking to enhance their vehicle.
- What are the benefits of carbon fibre over plastic shock towers? — Carbon fibre provides superior rigidity and strength whilst being significantly lighter than plastic alternatives. This means better suspension geometry consistency, improved handling response, reduced unsprung weight, and a more professional appearance. The material is also more durable and resistant to flexing under stress, making it the preferred choice for performance-oriented RC cars.
- Does this come pre-installed or do I need to transfer components from my old shock tower? — This part is supplied as a complete rear shock tower. Depending on your specific build, you may need to transfer existing suspension components such as shock absorbers from your original tower, but the carbon fibre structure itself is complete and ready to install.
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 Carbon Rear Shock Tower (Banzai) FTX6490 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: FTX6490
- EAN Code: 5055323960116
- Product Type: Rear Shock Tower
- Material: Carbon Fibre
- Tune-Up Type: Chassis
- Compatible Vehicle: FTX Banzai 1/10th Scale 4WD RTR RC Car (Red - FTX5529)
- Compatible Vehicle: FTX Banzai 1/10th Scale 4WD RTR RC Car (Green - FTX5529G)
- Compatible Vehicle: FTX 1/10 Touring/Drift Car Roller Chassis Only (FTX5536)
- Scale: 1/10th
- Vehicle Class: Electric Drift Car / Street Car
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