Features
- Tough Polycarbonate for increased impact resistance and long-lasting durability
- GRANITE 4X4 Vinyl Decal Sheet included for added detail
- Pre-trimmed for fast and easy fit
- Protective Overspray Film for fast and easy custom painting
- Included pre-cut Window Masks for fast and accurate fit
- For vehicles with clipless body mounting systems
Overview
The ARRMA GRANITE 4X4 Trimmed Body in Clear is an essential replacement or upgrade bodyshell for RC enthusiasts looking to customise their 1/10 scale monster truck. Whether you're a seasoned basher exploring new colour schemes, a competitor needing a backup body, or simply wanting to refresh your RC car UK collection, this polycarbonate shell delivers the durability and fitment quality you'd expect from ARRMA. The clear finish allows your chassis and internal components to remain visible, creating a sleek, minimalist aesthetic that appeals to builders who appreciate clean lines and transparent design.
Designed specifically for the ARRMA GRANITE 4X4 platform, this trimmed bodyshell is pre-cut and ready for immediate installation, meaning you can have your truck back on the track or trail within minutes rather than hours. The 1/10 scale monster truck body market offers numerous options, but ARRMA's engineering ensures perfect fitment with your GRANITE 4X4 chassis. This is not a ready to run RC package — it's a precision bodyshell component designed for owners who already have a GRANITE 4X4 model and want to transform its appearance or replace a damaged shell.
Clear bodyshells are particularly popular among RC car enthusiasts in the UK who enjoy showcasing the quality of their builds. The transparent polycarbonate lets viewers admire your mechanical setup, wiring, and chassis components whilst maintaining the tough, aggressive stance that monster trucks are known for. Whether you're preparing for a club meet, a weekend bash session, or simply want a fresh look for your brushless RC monster truck, this ARRMA body delivers professional results with minimal effort.
Key Features
- Tough Polycarbonate Construction — The body is manufactured from premium polycarbonate material, which provides significantly increased impact resistance compared to standard plastics, meaning your shell will withstand hard crashes, jumps, and aggressive driving without cracking or splitting easily during off-road RC adventures.
- Pre-Trimmed for Instant Fitment — Unlike untrimmed bodyshells that require careful cutting and test-fitting, this shell arrives pre-trimmed and ready to mount directly onto your GRANITE 4X4 chassis, saving you valuable setup time and eliminating the risk of damaging the body through incorrect trimming.
- Included Vinyl Decal Sheet — The GRANITE 4X4 vinyl decal sheet is supplied with this body, allowing you to add authentic branding and visual detailing to your clear shell, transforming it from a blank canvas into a finished, professional-looking RC monster truck with minimal additional cost.
- Protective Overspray Film — A transparent protective film is applied to the shell's exterior surface, allowing you to safely apply custom paint colours without worrying about accidentally damaging or scratching the underlying polycarbonate during the painting process, making it ideal for builders wanting to create unique colour schemes.
- Pre-Cut Window Masks Included — The package includes pre-cut window masks that align perfectly with the bodyshell's window openings, enabling you to paint your chosen colours onto the body whilst keeping the transparent windows pristine and free from overspray, delivering sharp, professional-looking results every time.
- Compatible with Clipless Body Mounting Systems — This shell is engineered for vehicles equipped with clipless body mounting systems, providing secure attachment without requiring traditional body clips, streamlining the setup process and reducing the number of small parts you need to manage.
- Clear Finish for Transparency — The un-painted, clear polycarbonate finish allows complete visibility of your chassis, motor, suspension, and electronics, creating a striking visual effect that showcases the mechanical engineering of your GRANITE 4X4 and differentiates your build from stock-painted alternatives.
Technical Performance
The ARRMA GRANITE 4X4 Trimmed Body is engineered from premium polycarbonate, a material widely recognised in the RC industry for its superior durability compared to standard ABS or plastic alternatives. At 1/10 scale, this bodyshell weighs minimally whilst providing genuine impact protection during aggressive driving sessions and competitive racing. The polycarbonate construction maintains its structural integrity across a wide temperature range, meaning your RC monster truck remains reliable whether you're driving during a hot summer afternoon or in cooler autumn conditions typical of UK weather. The body's truck class design provides excellent aerodynamics for monster truck platforms, complementing the GRANITE 4X4's powerful brushless motor systems and robust suspension geometry. When paired with appropriate RC car batteries (typically 2S or 3S LiPo packs used in GRANITE 4X4 models), the lightweight bodyshell ensures optimal weight distribution and handling characteristics. The pre-trimmed construction means you're not sacrificing any structural integrity compared to factory-fitted bodies — ARRMA's engineering ensures the cutting lines are precisely calculated to maximise strength whilst minimising excess material. Whether your GRANITE 4X4 runs a brushless or brushed motor system, this bodyshell accommodates all variants within the GRANITE 4X4 range, making it genuinely universal across the model line.
What's in the Box
- GRANITE 4X4 Trimmed Clear Polycarbonate Bodyshell
- GRANITE 4X4 Vinyl Decal Sheet for customisation and detailing
- Pre-Cut Window Masks for accurate paint application
- Protective Overspray Film for safe custom painting
Compatibility
This bodyshell is compatible with the following ARRMA GRANITE 4X4 models:
- ARRMA 1/10 GRANITE 223S DSC 4X4 RTR Brushless Monster Truck (Blue)
- ARRMA 1/10 GRANITE 223S DSC 4X4 RTR Brushless Monster Truck (Gun Metal)
- ARRMA 1/10 GRANITE 223S DSC 4X4 RTR Brushless Monster Truck (Red)
- All GRANITE 4X4 models equipped with clipless body mounting systems
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use this clear body on any RC monster truck, or is it specific to ARRMA GRANITE models? — This bodyshell is engineered specifically for ARRMA GRANITE 4X4 models with clipless body mounting systems. Whilst the overall aesthetic may appeal to owners of other 1/10 monster trucks, the fitment is optimised for GRANITE 4X4 chassis geometry, and attempting to fit it to other brands or platforms may result in poor alignment or mount point mismatches. Always verify compatibility before purchasing replacement bodies for different RC model platforms.
- Is this body suitable for beginners, or do I need advanced RC knowledge to install it? — This trimmed body is actually ideal for beginners because it arrives pre-cut and ready for immediate installation, requiring no complex trimming or test-fitting. If you already own a GRANITE 4X4 RC monster truck, simply remove the old body, slide this shell onto the chassis, and secure it using your vehicle's clipless mounting system — a process that typically takes under five minutes. The included decal sheet and window masks do require careful application but come with pre-cut templates making the process straightforward for first-time builders.
- What's the difference between a trimmed and untrimmed bodyshell? — Trimmed bodies, like this GRANITE 4X4 shell, arrive with all cutting already completed by the manufacturer, meaning the windows, cockpit openings, and exhaust ports are precisely cut to specification. Untrimmed bodies require the end-user to carefully measure and cut these openings themselves, which demands hobby knife skills and patience. Trimmed shells eliminate this step, reduce the risk of damage, and are perfect for busy hobbyists or those uncomfortable with sharp cutting tools. The ARRMA trimmed body represents excellent value because you receive a finished product without the labour.
- Can I paint this clear body with standard RC hobby paints? — Yes, polycarbonate bodies are designed specifically to accept hobby-grade RC paints. The included protective overspray film prevents paint from adhering to the underlying polycarbonate whilst you build up your colour scheme, ensuring clean lines and professional results. Use lexan paint or polycarbonate-compatible hobby paints available from any UK RC hobby supplier. Always apply paint in thin, even coats rather than one thick coat, and allow proper drying time between coats. Many UK RC enthusiasts favour fluorescent or metallic colours on clear bodies because they create striking translucent effects impossible with opaque painted shells.
- What's included in the box, and do I need to buy anything else to fit this body? — The package includes the clear polycarbonate body shell, vinyl decal sheet, window masks, and protective overspray film. If your GRANITE 4X4 already has body posts and a chassis, you simply need your RC monster truck and a few minutes of time — no additional hardware is required. If you're building from scratch or need replacement body posts, you'll want to source those separately, though they're inexpensive consumable items available from any RC retailer in the UK.
- How durable is polycarbonate compared to painted bodyshells? — Polycarbonate is significantly tougher than painted ABS plastic or standard hobby shells because it flexes slightly on impact rather than shattering, absorbing energy from crashes and jumps. Clear shells also hide scratches and minor scuffs better than painted bodies because minor cosmetic damage doesn't interrupt the visual appearance as obviously. However, heavy impacts can still cause cracks, and this shell isn't indestructible. Polycarbonate shells are popular with serious bashers and racers precisely because they survive multiple hard sessions without requiring replacement.
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 GRANITE 4X4 Trimmed Body, Clear Z-ARA-1620 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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