Overview
The FTX Battery Post Set for Vantage and Carnage models is an essential replacement chassis spare part designed to keep your ready to run RC car UK performing at its best. Whether you're maintaining your FTX Vantage brushed or brushless buggy, or your FTX Carnage 2.0 monster truck, this battery post set ensures reliable battery retention and secure mounting on your vehicle's chassis. These are genuine FTX OEM parts manufactured to the same exacting standards as your original equipment, making them the perfect choice for repair, maintenance, or restoration work on your RC vehicle.
As a dedicated UK RC hobbyist, you know that quality spare parts are the foundation of reliable performance and longevity in your RC car collection. The FTX Battery Post Set comprises two individual post assemblies that work together to secure your battery pack firmly in place, preventing movement and potential damage during aggressive off-road running. This seemingly small component plays a crucial role in keeping your battery safely mounted, protecting your vehicle's electronics, and maintaining the weight distribution and handling characteristics of your RC buggy or truck during high-speed driving and challenging terrain.
Compatible with multiple FTX models including the FTX5530 Bugsta 4WD brushed buggy, the FTX5537R and FTX5537B Carnage 2.0 brushed trucks, the FTX5539 Carnage 2.0 brushless monster truck, the FTX5533B Vantage 2.0 brushed buggy, and the FTX5561B Vantage 2.0 brushless buggy, this battery post set represents outstanding value and genuine FTX quality. Stock this essential spare in your parts box today to ensure you're always ready for maintenance or repair when you need it most.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM FTX Components — These battery posts are manufactured by FTX to the exact specifications used in the original assembly, ensuring perfect fit and compatibility with your Vantage or Carnage chassis without modification or adjustment required.
- Two-Post Set Configuration — The set includes two individual battery post assemblies, providing you with a complete replacement solution that works together to secure your battery pack from multiple mounting points for maximum stability.
- Universal Vantage and Carnage Compatibility — This single spare part fits across multiple generations and variants of both the FTX Vantage and Carnage model ranges, from brushed to brushless versions, offering exceptional value and convenience for owners of multiple vehicles in the FTX family.
- Essential Chassis Spare Part — As a critical component of the chassis system, the battery post set is a spare part you should have on hand for any serious RC enthusiast who maintains their own vehicles, whether for weekend bashing or competitive racing.
- Affordable Replacement Solution — At a very reasonable price point, these genuine FTX battery posts represent excellent value compared to potential damage or performance issues that could result from using inferior or worn replacement parts.
- Quick and Easy Installation — FTX spare parts are engineered for straightforward installation, allowing you to quickly swap out worn or damaged battery posts and return your RC car to action in minutes without requiring specialist knowledge or tools.
Technical Performance
The FTX Battery Post Set represents solid engineering design focused on the fundamental requirement of battery security in your RC buggy or truck chassis. These posts are manufactured from durable materials capable of withstanding the vibration, impact, and stress generated during aggressive off-road running on uneven terrain and high-speed driving. The battery posts work in conjunction with your vehicle's chassis plate and mounting system to distribute load evenly across multiple contact points, preventing the battery from shifting or bouncing during acceleration, braking, and cornering. This secure mounting is critical for maintaining the vehicle's centre of gravity and weight distribution, which directly impacts handling balance, stability, and overall performance characteristics. Whether you're running your FTX Vantage brushed buggy on a smooth track or bashing your FTX Carnage 2.0 brushless monster truck through rough outdoor terrain, properly secured battery posts ensure your LiPo battery pack remains firmly in place, protecting your investment in expensive battery cells and maintaining consistent performance throughout your driving session. The engineering of these posts reflects FTX's commitment to build quality and durability, with thoughtful design details that make installation straightforward and maintenance simple, ensuring that keeping your RC vehicle in top condition requires minimal specialist knowledge or specialist tools.
What's in the Box
- FTX Battery Post Set — Two individual battery post assemblies for FTX Vantage and Carnage models
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are battery posts and why do I need this replacement set? — Battery posts are chassis-mounted components that secure your LiPo battery pack in place during driving. Over time, these posts can wear, crack, or break due to impact or vibration, particularly if you bash your RC car through rough terrain or experience crashes. Replacing damaged battery posts ensures your battery remains securely mounted, protecting your battery cells from damage and maintaining your vehicle's handling characteristics.
- Which FTX models does this battery post set fit? — This set is compatible with the FTX5530 Bugsta 4WD brushed buggy, FTX5537R and FTX5537B Carnage 2.0 brushed trucks, FTX5539 Carnage 2.0 brushless monster truck, FTX5533B Vantage 2.0 brushed buggy, and FTX5561B Vantage 2.0 brushless buggy.
- Is this suitable for beginners? — Absolutely. Whilst this is a spare part rather than a complete vehicle, the installation process is straightforward enough for beginners to handle with basic tools. If your battery posts are damaged or worn, replacing them is one of the most accessible maintenance tasks you can perform on your RC vehicle.
- Do I need any special tools to install the battery post set? — No specialist tools are required for installation. You may need basic hand tools such as a screwdriver or hex key, depending on how your specific vehicle model attaches the posts to the chassis, but the process is designed to be accessible to RC enthusiasts of all experience levels.
- What happens if I don't replace damaged battery posts? — Damaged or worn battery posts allow your LiPo battery to shift during driving, which can cause performance issues, uneven weight distribution affecting handling, or even battery damage from impact or abrasion against the chassis. Keeping your battery posts in good condition is essential maintenance for any serious RC car UK enthusiast.
- Are these genuine FTX parts? — Yes, these are genuine OEM FTX components manufactured to the original specifications, ensuring perfect compatibility and quality matching the rest of your 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 Battery Post Set - Vantage/Carnage FTX6256 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: FTX6256
- Product Type: Battery Post Set
- Spare Part Category: Chassis Spares
- Quantity Included: 2 sets (2 individual posts)
- Compatible with FTX5530 - FTX Bugsta 4WD Brushed 1/10th Off-Road Buggy RTR
- Compatible with FTX5537R - FTX Carnage 2.0 1/10 Brushed Truck 4WD RTR Red
- Compatible with FTX5537B - FTX Carnage 2.0 1/10 Brushed Truck 4WD RTR Blue
- Compatible with FTX5539 - FTX Carnage 2.0 Brushless RTR Monster Truck
- Compatible with FTX5533B - FTX Vantage 2.0 Brushed Buggy 1/10 4WD RTR
- Compatible with FTX5561B - FTX Vantage 2.0 1/10 Brushless Buggy 4WD RTR with LiPo Battery and Charger
- EAN Code: 5055323945564
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