Overview
The FTX Aluminium Rear Lower Suspension Arms represent a premium upgrade for your FTX Vantage brushless buggy. These precision-engineered suspension components are designed to enhance the handling characteristics and durability of your 1/10 scale RC buggy, making them an essential upgrade for hobbyists looking to improve their vehicle's performance. Whether you're a weekend basher exploring the capabilities of your ready-to-run RC car or an experienced enthusiast fine-tuning your setup for optimal control, these aluminium rear lower suspension arms deliver the strength and precision that serious RC drivers demand. The Vantage platform is renowned for its balanced performance characteristics, and these suspension upgrades unlock even greater potential from your machine.
Manufactured by FTX, a respected brand in the RC hobby community, these rear lower suspension arms are engineered to withstand the demands of aggressive driving while maintaining precise geometry. Aluminium construction provides an excellent balance of weight savings and structural rigidity compared to plastic alternatives, which is crucial for maintaining accurate suspension geometry during high-speed cornering and rough terrain navigation. For RC enthusiasts in the UK seeking to maximise their vehicle's performance, these arms represent a worthwhile investment in your Vantage 2.0 buggy's handling and longevity.
This product comes as a pair of arms, giving you everything needed to complete a full rear suspension upgrade on your FTX Vantage platform. Installing these components is straightforward for anyone with basic RC maintenance knowledge, making them suitable for intermediate to advanced hobbyists who want to step beyond the stock plastic components.
Key Features
- Aluminium Construction — These rear lower suspension arms are machined from high-quality aluminium, which provides superior rigidity compared to plastic alternatives whilst keeping weight to a minimum, resulting in improved handling response and more predictable suspension geometry during aggressive cornering and off-road driving.
- Precision Engineering — FTX has designed these arms to maintain exact suspension geometry and alignment, which is critical for consistent handling characteristics across varied terrain and driving conditions, allowing your Vantage to respond predictably to driver inputs.
- Direct Compatibility — These arms are specifically engineered to fit the FTX Vantage platform without modification, ensuring perfect fitment and immediate performance benefits when installed on your compatible Vantage model.
- Enhanced Durability — Aluminium construction is inherently more impact-resistant than plastic, making these arms far more capable of handling the stresses of high-speed bashing, rough terrain, and occasional collisions that are part of RC driving.
- Improved Suspension Response — The rigid aluminium construction minimises flex and deflection during suspension travel, which allows your shocks to work more efficiently and provides more precise feedback through the chassis to the driver.
- Pair Supply — You receive two arms in this package, which is exactly what you need for a complete rear lower suspension upgrade on your Vantage buggy, ensuring uniform geometry on both sides of the vehicle.
Technical Performance
These FTX Aluminium Rear Lower Suspension Arms are engineered as a complete upgrade solution for the FTX Vantage platform, which is a 1/10 scale 4WD buggy available in both brushed and brushless electric configurations. The aluminium material selection is critical to performance; it provides significantly greater resistance to bending and deflection compared to the standard plastic components, which maintains suspension geometry even under the extreme forces experienced during cornering, landing from jumps, and impacts with terrain obstacles. The precision machining ensures that both arms are dimensionally identical, which is essential for balanced handling and prevents the vehicle from pulling to one side during braking or acceleration. For UK RC enthusiasts running the Vantage on circuit racing, bashing, or general recreational driving, upgrading to aluminium suspension components represents one of the most impactful performance modifications available, directly translating to improved cornering speed, better shock response, and increased component longevity. The engineering reflects FTX's commitment to producing quality hop-up parts that genuinely enhance vehicle capability rather than merely offering cosmetic upgrades.
What's in the Box
- 2 x FTX Aluminium Rear Lower Suspension Arms
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which FTX Vantage models are these rear suspension arms compatible with? — These aluminium rear lower suspension arms are specifically designed for the FTX Vantage 2.0 platform, and are confirmed compatible with both the FTX5533B Vantage 2.0 Brushed Buggy 1/10 4WD RTR and the FTX5561B Vantage 2.0 1/10 Brushless Buggy 4WD RTR with LiPo Battery and Charger. Always verify model numbers before ordering to ensure compatibility with your specific Vantage variant.
- Why should I upgrade to aluminium suspension arms instead of keeping stock plastic components? — Aluminium arms offer three major advantages over plastic: they resist bending and flex far better, which maintains precise suspension geometry and handling characteristics; they can absorb impacts and rough terrain without cracking or breaking like plastic can; and they provide more predictable and responsive handling during high-speed cornering and aggressive driving. For any serious RC enthusiast in the UK, the investment in aluminium suspension upgrades typically results in noticeably improved handling and reduced component failures during extended driving sessions.
- Are these arms difficult to install on my Vantage buggy? — Installation is relatively straightforward for anyone with basic RC maintenance experience. The arms bolt directly into the existing suspension mounting points without modifications. Most hobbyists can complete the installation in 15-20 minutes using standard tools. If you're new to RC maintenance, online video guides specific to the Vantage platform can provide step-by-step installation instructions.
- What is the difference between aluminium and plastic suspension arms? — The primary differences are material properties and performance characteristics. Aluminium provides superior rigidity, which means it resists bending under load and maintains suspension geometry more accurately than plastic. Aluminium is also more impact-resistant and durable, making it better suited for aggressive driving and rough terrain. Plastic arms are lighter and less expensive, but they can flex during cornering, leading to inconsistent handling, and they are more prone to breaking or cracking during impacts. For enhanced performance and longevity, aluminium is the preferred choice among experienced RC drivers.
- Will upgrading my rear suspension arms improve my Vantage's cornering speed? — Yes, upgrading to aluminium rear lower suspension arms will typically improve cornering performance. The reduced flex in aluminium components maintains more accurate suspension geometry during cornering, which allows your shocks to work more effectively and keeps the chassis more stable. This translates to better traction, improved steering response, and the ability to maintain higher corner speeds with better control. Combined with other suspension upgrades, aluminium arms are a worthwhile investment for faster, more predictable handling.
- Are replacement rear suspension arms a common maintenance item? — Not necessarily. Aluminium suspension components, if properly maintained, can last many months or even years of regular use. However, they can be damaged by severe impacts or collisions. These arms are considered a hop-up upgrade rather than a consumable wear item, meaning you install them once and should not need to replace them unless they are damaged in an accident.
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 Aluminium Rear Lower Susp. Arms - Vantage FTX6372 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: FTX6372
- Product Type: Aluminium Rear Lower Suspension Arms
- Compatible Vehicle: FTX Vantage 2.0
- Compatible Models: FTX5533B (Vantage 2.0 Brushed Buggy), FTX5561B (Vantage 2.0 Brushless Buggy)
- Vehicle Scale: 1/10
- Vehicle Type: 4WD Buggy
- Material: Aluminium
- Quantity: 2 pieces (pair)
- Suspension Position: Rear Lower Arm
- Tune-Up Category: Suspension Upgrade
- EAN Code: 5055323946691
- RRP: £18.99
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