Traxxas GTX Medium Aluminium Shock Absorbers Red Pair TRX7861R

Overview

The Traxxas Shocks, GTX, medium (aluminium, red-anodised) represent a significant upgrade to your RC car's suspension system, delivering professional-grade damping performance that serious RC enthusiasts demand. These fully assembled shock absorbers are engineered specifically for demanding terrain and high-performance RC vehicles, making them an essential replacement or upgrade component for anyone running a Traxxas XRT model in the UK. Whether you're a dedicated RC car UK competitor or a weekend basher looking to improve your vehicle's handling characteristics, these GTX shocks offer the advanced engineering and build quality you'd expect from Traxxas, the world's leading RC car manufacturer.

Oil-filled aluminium construction forms the heart of these shocks, combining lightweight yet rigid materials with advanced damping technology to deliver silky-smooth suspension performance across all terrain types. The medium length design strikes the perfect balance between ground clearance and suspension travel, allowing your RC off-road vehicle to absorb impacts from the toughest tracks and terrain without bottoming out or compromising ride quality. For RC car owners in the UK looking to upgrade their suspension setup, these GTX shocks provide measurable improvements in cornering stability, jump landing consistency, and overall handling precision that will be immediately noticeable during your next run.

Each set includes two complete shocks, providing the front and rear suspension pairing your XRT requires. The bright red-anodised finish isn't merely cosmetic—the anodisation process creates a durable protective coating that resists corrosion, impact damage, and the wear that comes from regular racing and bashing. This means your shocks will maintain their appearance and performance through countless runs, keeping your RC model looking fresh and functioning at peak efficiency run after run.

Key Features

• Oil-filled aluminium construction — The shock bodies are manufactured from premium anodised aluminium, which provides exceptional strength-to-weight ratio whilst the internal oil-filled design creates smooth, controlled damping that absorbs impacts progressively rather than abruptly, resulting in superior traction and handling throughout your drive session.
• Silky-smooth damping performance — The internal damping characteristics have been precisely engineered to tame rough terrain by controlling the speed at which the suspension compresses and extends, preventing harsh jolts that would otherwise unsettle your vehicle and reduce traction during aggressive driving.
• Medium length design — The medium-length configuration has been optimised specifically for Traxxas XRT models, providing the ideal balance of ground clearance and suspension travel to handle jumps, rough ground, and obstacles without excessive bottoming or reduced ride height.
• Threaded shock bodies for ride height adjustment — The aluminium bodies feature internal threading that works with the spring retaining collar, allowing you to quickly and easily fine-tune your vehicle's ride height and suspension geometry without requiring any special tools, making setup adjustments straightforward even for beginners.
• Bright red-anodised finish — The vibrant red anodising serves as both a visual enhancement and a protective coating that guards against corrosion, oxidation, and impact damage, ensuring your shocks remain visually striking and functionally reliable through extensive use.
• Fully assembled design — These shocks arrive completely assembled and ready to bolt onto your XRT, saving you hours of assembly time and ensuring professional-quality construction that meets Traxxas' exacting manufacturing standards.
• Sold as a matched pair — You receive two shocks, providing the complete front and rear suspension pairing your RC vehicle requires for balanced handling and consistent performance across both axles.

Technical Performance

The Traxxas GTX medium shocks represent the pinnacle of suspension engineering for 1/10-scale RC vehicles, combining precision-manufactured aluminium bodies with advanced internal damping technology to deliver measurable performance improvements. The oil-filled design creates a sealed damping chamber where specially formulated suspension fluid resists foaming and maintains consistent damping characteristics across varying temperatures and driving intensities—critical for competitive RC racing and high-performance bashing. The medium length specification has been calculated to provide optimal suspension geometry for Traxxas XRT models, allowing the shocks to compress and extend through their full range without exceeding design limits or causing chassis geometry changes that would negatively impact handling. The threaded aluminium bodies allow precise ride height tuning through the spring retaining collar, enabling drivers to adjust ground clearance, weight distribution, and suspension angle to match their specific driving style and track conditions. The red-anodised finish provides genuine corrosion protection rather than cosmetic enhancement, ensuring these shocks maintain their structural integrity and appearance through countless runs in damp British weather conditions common to UK RC racing venues. These shocks are compatible with Traxxas XRT VXL-8S models in all colour options (orange, blue, black, and green) and Traxxas XRT Ultimate models in all available colours, making them the authentic replacement component recommended by Traxxas for maintaining peak suspension performance.

What's in the Box

• Two fully assembled GTX medium shocks with red-anodised aluminium bodies
• Threaded shock bodies with integrated spring retaining collars

What You Need to Complete

• Shock springs (sold separately)
• Shock oil (sold separately)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Are these shocks suitable for racing or just casual bashing? — The Traxxas GTX shocks are professional-grade components used in competitive RC racing throughout the UK and internationally, but they also deliver benefits for casual weekend bashers who want improved handling and suspension performance. The smooth damping characteristics work equally well whether you're pushing your vehicle hard on a race circuit or exploring rough terrain casually.
• Will these shocks work with my Traxxas XRT? — Yes, these medium-length GTX shocks are specifically engineered as replacement and upgrade components for all Traxxas XRT models, including the XRT VXL-8S in all colour variants (orange, blue, black, green) and the XRT Ultimate in all available colours. They bolt directly onto your vehicle without requiring any modifications or adapters.
• What do I need to purchase separately to make these shocks functional? — These shocks arrive fully assembled but without springs or shock oil installed. You will need to purchase shock springs and shock oil separately to complete the assembly. Traxxas offers various spring rates and oil viscosities to fine-tune your suspension to your specific driving style and terrain preferences.
• How do I adjust the ride height with these shocks? — The threaded aluminium shock bodies work with the spring retaining collar to provide ride height adjustment. Simply rotate the collar to raise or lower the shock body, which adjusts how much the spring is compressed at rest. This changes your vehicle's ground clearance and can be tuned without requiring any tools beyond your hands, making adjustments quick and easy at the track or practice field.
• Will the red-anodised finish scratch or fade during normal use? — The red anodising is a durable protective coating, not paint, which means it resists fading and minor scratches far better than painted finishes. The coating becomes harder and more protective with time, though heavy impact with rocks or concrete will show damage just like any RC component would. Regular use in typical UK racing conditions will keep your shocks looking fresh for years.
• Can I use different spring rates and oil viscosities with these shocks? — Yes, the modular design allows you to experiment with different spring rates and oil weights to fine-tune damping characteristics. Heavier oil creates more resistance to compression and extension, whilst lighter oil allows faster movement. Different spring rates affect ride height and suspension stiffness. This adjustability makes the GTX shocks excellent for drivers who enjoy chassis tuning.

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 Shocks, GTX, medium (aluminium, red-anodised) (fully assembled without springs) (2 pcs) TRX7861R 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.