Overview
The Traxxas Shock Tower, Rear, 7075-T6 Aluminium (Blue-anodised) TRX6838X is a precision-engineered suspension upgrade designed for RC enthusiasts looking to enhance their Traxxas Slash 4x4 short course truck. This optional rear shock tower replacement is manufactured by Traxxas themselves, ensuring perfect compatibility and quality that matches the exacting standards of the original vehicle. Whether you're a competitive racer, weekend basher, or serious RC car UK hobbyist, upgrading to an aluminium shock tower significantly improves your truck's durability and handling characteristics on demanding terrain.
Built from tough 7075-T6 aluminium, one of the strongest aluminium alloys available in the RC industry, this rear shock tower combines exceptional strength with a lightweight design that won't compromise your vehicle's performance. The brilliant blue anodising isn't just for looks—it provides a protective barrier against corrosion and wear, keeping your investment looking fresh whilst enduring countless bashing sessions. The precision-machined construction ensures a perfect factory fit, maintaining your Slash 4x4's race-bred geometry and suspension geometry exactly as Traxxas engineers intended.
If you're serious about getting the best performance from your ready to run RC car, upgrading critical suspension components like the rear shock tower is one of the smartest modifications you can make. This component plays a crucial role in maintaining suspension geometry under stress, which directly impacts handling, cornering grip, and overall stability during high-speed runs and trick jumps.
Key Features
- 7075-T6 Aluminium Construction — This premium aluminium alloy is one of the strongest and most durable materials available for RC applications, offering superior strength compared to plastic alternatives whilst remaining significantly lighter than steel, allowing your RC vehicle to maintain optimal weight distribution and handling balance.
- Precision-Machined Design — Each shock tower is precision-machined to exacting tolerances, guaranteeing a perfect factory fit that maintains your Slash 4x4's original suspension geometry and ensuring seamless integration with all existing suspension components without modification or adjustment.
- Blue Anodised Finish — The brilliant blue anodising serves dual purposes: it provides a striking visual upgrade to your truck whilst also offering genuine protection against oxidation, corrosion, and wear damage from dirt, moisture, and repeated impacts during aggressive RC bashing.
- Complete Hardware Included — This is a complete rear shock tower assembly that includes the body mount bracket, shock mounting posts, and all necessary screws, meaning you have everything you need for installation without purchasing additional components.
- Genuine Traxxas Quality — As an official Traxxas component manufactured by Traxxas engineers, you can be confident in the quality, durability, and compatibility with your Slash 4x4 short course truck, avoiding the risks associated with cheaper aftermarket alternatives.
- Suspension Geometry Protection — The shock tower is a critical structural component that protects your suspension geometry under stress, ensuring your truck maintains precise handling characteristics and predictable performance whether you're racing competitively or enjoying casual RC car fun in the UK.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas rear shock tower represents a significant upgrade over plastic alternatives, addressing one of the most common failure points on high-performance RC short course trucks. The 7075-T6 aluminium alloy used in construction is specifically selected for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, offering nearly triple the strength of standard 6061 aluminium whilst adding minimal weight to your vehicle. This is particularly important in the rear suspension area, where the shock tower experiences enormous lateral forces during cornering, acceleration, and deceleration. The precision-machined design ensures that every shock tower meets identical specifications, eliminating manufacturing tolerances that could introduce inconsistencies in your truck's handling. The anodised finish provides more than aesthetic appeal; it creates a hard oxide layer that resists corrosion from moisture, salt residue, and aggressive cleaning, extending the component's lifespan significantly. For users of the Traxxas Slash 4x4—one of the most popular ready to run RC short course trucks on the market—this upgrade directly improves durability during high-impact bashing, reduces flex under load, and maintains consistent suspension geometry across multiple runs. The inclusion of the body mount bracket and shock mounting posts means this is a complete assembly ready for installation, with all fasteners provided.
What's in the Box
- Rear shock tower (blue anodised 7075-T6 aluminium)
- Body mount bracket
- Shock mounting posts
- Installation screws and fasteners
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this shock tower compatible with my Traxxas Slash 4x4? — Yes, this is a genuine Traxxas component designed specifically for the Slash 4x4 short course truck. It's listed as compatible with multiple Slash 4x4 models including the Slash VXL 1/10 4x4 RTR and Slash Ultimate 4x4 VXL variants. However, we always recommend checking your specific model number before ordering.
- What makes 7075-T6 aluminium better than plastic? — 7075-T6 is one of the strongest aluminium alloys available and offers significantly greater durability, reduced flex under load, and better impact resistance than plastic shock towers. This means your suspension geometry remains more consistent during aggressive driving, improving handling predictability and reducing the likelihood of damage from crashes or impacts.
- Will upgrading to an aluminium shock tower improve my truck's handling? — Yes, upgrading from plastic to aluminium reduces flex and maintains suspension geometry more precisely, which directly improves handling consistency, cornering grip, and overall vehicle responsiveness, particularly noticeable during competitive racing or aggressive bashing sessions.
- Is the blue anodising just cosmetic, or does it serve a purpose? — Whilst the brilliant blue anodising looks fantastic on your RC truck, it's also functional, providing a protective oxide layer that resists corrosion from moisture, dirt, and salt residue, helping to keep your component looking new and functioning properly for years.
- How difficult is installation? — This is a straightforward replacement that requires basic RC maintenance skills. Since it's a direct bolt-on replacement with all hardware included, most users can complete installation in 15-20 minutes using standard RC tools and a screwdriver.
- Will this work with other Traxxas models besides the Slash 4x4? — This component is specifically designed for the Slash 4x4, though it may be compatible with some other Traxxas short course trucks as listed in the compatibility section. For compatibility with other models, please contact us directly.
- Is this suitable for beginners? — Whilst beginners can certainly use this component, it's particularly valuable for more experienced bashers and competitive racers who benefit from the improved durability and handling consistency. That said, upgrading to aluminium components is an excellent way for any RC enthusiast to increase their truck's durability and performance.
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 (Blue-anodised) TRX6838X 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: TRX6838X
- EAN: 0020334683892
- Product Type: Rear Shock Tower Assembly
- Colour: Blue Anodised
- Material: 7075-T6 Aluminium
- Finish: Blue Anodising with protective oxide layer
- Components Included: Shock tower, body mount bracket, shock mounting posts, installation screws
- Compatibility: Traxxas Slash 4x4 short course truck and select other Traxxas models
- Construction: Precision-machined for factory fit accuracy
- Application: Rear suspension upgrade
- Installation Type: Direct bolt-on replacement
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