Overview
Upgrade your RC car UK setup with the Traxxas Shock tower, Rear, 7075-T6 aluminium (Red-anodised) replacement part. This precision-engineered rear shock tower is designed specifically for Traxxas Sledge 1/8 scale brushless RC monster trucks, delivering the strength and durability needed for serious off-road bashing and competition driving. Whether you're a weekend basher pushing your RC vehicle to the limit or a competitive racer demanding the highest performance standards, this genuine Traxxas accessory ensures your suspension geometry remains race-bred and perfectly aligned for maximum control and handling.
Built from one of the strongest and most expensive aluminium alloys available, the 7075-T6 specification provides exceptional rigidity and impact resistance that standard aluminium simply cannot match. Traxxas milled this rear shock tower from solid 7075-T6 billet, meaning the entire component is engineered from premium material rather than being formed or cast. This manufacturing approach guarantees ultimate strength and durability when tackling rough terrain, aggressive jumps, and high-speed impacts that would compromise lesser components. The brilliant red anodised finish isn't just about aesthetics—anodising provides a protective oxide layer that resists corrosion, oxidation and wear, keeping your RC car looking sharp whilst maintaining structural integrity through countless hours of use.
This is a genuine Traxxas component made by Traxxas engineers for Traxxas vehicles, ensuring perfect factory fit with zero modifications required. Every Traxxas shock tower is precision-machined to exacting tolerances, maintaining your vehicle's carefully engineered suspension geometry and keeping your RC monster truck performing at its absolute best. If you're serious about RC performance and want to build your ultimate Sledge with quality aftermarket parts, this 7075-T6 shock tower is an essential upgrade.
Key Features
- 7075-T6 Aluminium Construction — One of the strongest and most expensive aluminium alloys available in RC applications, 7075-T6 offers significantly greater strength and durability compared to 6061-T6 or standard aluminium, meaning your shock tower can handle extreme conditions, heavy impacts, and aggressive driving styles without bending, cracking or failing.
- Solid Billet Manufacturing — This rear shock tower is milled from solid 7075-T6 billet rather than being cast or formed, ensuring consistent material density and structural integrity throughout the entire component, delivering superior strength-to-weight ratio and maximum durability under extreme RC racing conditions.
- Red Anodised Finish — The brilliant red anodising provides both visual appeal and functional protection, creating a protective oxide layer that resists corrosion, oxidation and weather damage whilst giving your RC car a race-ready appearance that stands out on the track or trail.
- Bevelled Edges with Two-Tone Styling — Precision-bevelled edges create a stylish two-tone visual effect that enhances the professional appearance of your RC setup, whilst also reducing sharp corners that could catch on obstacles during off-road bashing.
- Laser-Etched Logo — The laser-etched Traxxas logo provides maximum visual impact and authenticity, clearly identifying this as a genuine Traxxas component whilst adding to the premium look of your RC build.
- Precision-Machined for Perfect Fit — Every shock tower is precision-machined to exact specifications, ensuring a perfect factory fit on your Traxxas Sledge without requiring any drilling, filing, modification or adjustment—install with confidence knowing geometry will remain perfect.
- Maintains Race-Bred Geometry — This component is engineered to preserve your vehicle's carefully calibrated suspension geometry, ensuring consistent handling characteristics, predictable steering response and optimal performance across varying terrain and driving conditions.
- Complete Hardware Package — This kit includes the rear shock tower itself, a body mount bracket for secure chassis attachment, shock mounting posts for suspension assembly, and all necessary screws and fasteners needed for complete installation.
- Genuine Traxxas Quality — As an official Traxxas part manufactured by Traxxas engineers, this shock tower meets all OEM specifications and quality standards, guaranteeing compatibility, performance and longevity compared to aftermarket alternatives.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas Shock tower, Rear, 7075-T6 aluminium (Red-anodised) represents the pinnacle of RC suspension component engineering, utilising aerospace-grade 7075-T6 aluminium alloy that delivers exceptional performance advantages over conventional materials. The 7075-T6 specification is recognised as one of the strongest and most expensive aluminium alloys in the entire RC industry, offering superior tensile strength, yield strength and fatigue resistance compared to 6061-T6 alternatives. This translates to real-world benefits for RC enthusiasts: your shock tower resists bending during hard landings, maintains structural integrity through countless impacts, and survives aggressive off-road conditions that would damage or destroy lesser components. The solid billet milling process ensures that every cubic millimetre of this component features the same exceptional material properties—there are no weak points, no stress concentrations, and no areas of inconsistent quality that could lead to premature failure. The precision-machined construction maintains perfect dimensional tolerances, ensuring your suspension geometry remains exactly as Traxxas engineers intended, which means optimal shock performance, predictable handling characteristics, and maximum grip through corners. The red anodised finish provides both aesthetic appeal and functional corrosion protection, using an electrochemical process that creates a hard, durable oxide layer resistant to salt spray, moisture, UV exposure and chemical attack. For RC enthusiasts in the UK building high-performance Sledge monster trucks, this shock tower delivers the engineering excellence and durability required for competitive racing, weekend bashing, and everything in between.
What's in the Box
- Rear shock tower (red-anodised 7075-T6 aluminium)
- Body mount bracket
- Shock mounting posts
- All necessary screws and fasteners for installation
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is 7075-T6 aluminium and why is it better than standard aluminium? — 7075-T6 is one of the strongest and most expensive aluminium alloys available, offering significantly greater strength, durability and impact resistance compared to 6061-T6 or standard aluminium. This aerospace-grade material is specifically used in high-performance applications where component failure is not an option. For RC users, it means your shock tower can handle extreme impacts, aggressive driving styles and harsh conditions without bending, cracking or failing, making it ideal for competitive racing and serious bashing.
- Will this shock tower fit my RC car without modification? — Yes, this is a genuine Traxxas part manufactured specifically for Traxxas Sledge models, and it features precision-machined tolerances that guarantee perfect factory fit with zero modifications required. Simply install it using the included hardware and you're ready to go with confidence that your suspension geometry remains perfect.
- What models is this compatible with? — This rear shock tower is designed for all Traxxas Sledge 1/8 scale brushless RC monster truck models, including the TRX95096-4-BLUE (Blue), TRX95096-4-ORNG (Orange), TRX95096-4-GRN (Green), and TRX95096-4-RED (Red) variants. It provides a direct replacement or performance upgrade for the standard shock tower.
- Why would I need to replace my stock shock tower? — If your original shock tower has cracked, bent or been damaged from impacts and hard landings, this replacement ensures your suspension geometry is restored to factory specifications. Alternatively, many serious RC enthusiasts upgrade to 7075-T6 from weaker materials for increased durability and reliability during competitive racing or aggressive bashing sessions.
- What makes this better than cheaper aftermarket alternatives? — This is a genuine Traxxas component engineered by Traxxas designers specifically for Traxxas vehicles, ensuring perfect fit, optimal performance and guaranteed quality. The 7075-T6 material is aerospace-grade and significantly stronger than budget alternatives, whilst the precision-machined construction maintains perfect suspension geometry. You're investing in reliability, performance and longevity rather than saving a few pounds on inferior components.
- Is installation difficult? — No, installation is straightforward for anyone with basic RC maintenance skills. The kit includes all necessary mounting hardware, and the precision-machined design ensures perfect fitment without modification. If you're comfortable removing and reinstalling basic suspension components, you can complete this upgrade in under 30 minutes.
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 Traxxas Shock tower, Rear, 7075-T6 aluminium (Red-anodised) (1pc) / Body mount bracket (1pc) TRX6738R 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: Traxxas
- Model Number: TRX6738R (Manufacturer part number: 6738X)
- Product Type: Rear shock tower assembly
- Material: 7075-T6 aluminium
- Finish: Red anodised
- Construction: Solid billet machined
- Components Included: Rear shock tower, body mount bracket, shock mounting posts, screws and fasteners
- Design Features: Bevelled edges with two-tone styling, laser-etched Traxxas logo
- Compatibility: Traxxas Sledge 1/8 4WD brushless models (TRX95096-4-BLUE, TRX95096-4-ORNG, TRX95096-4-GRN, TRX95096-4-RED)
- Precision-machined for perfect factory fit
- Maintains vehicle race-bred suspension geometry
- No modifications required for installation
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