TRX8542A

Overview

Upgrade your Traxxas UDR Unlimited Desert Racer with these premium aluminium rear upper suspension links in striking blue-anodised finish. Whether you're a serious RC competitor, a weekend basher, or an enthusiast looking to enhance your short course truck's performance, these heavy-duty suspension components deliver both style and substance. The blue-anodised aluminium construction provides a professional, high-impact appearance whilst maintaining the structural integrity needed for demanding off-road conditions. These suspension links are an essential upgrade for any RC car UK enthusiast seeking to improve handling, durability and aesthetics on their desert racing platform.

Built to take a beating and look great doing it, these suspension links represent Traxxas's commitment to precision engineering and performance. The rear upper suspension links are critical to maintaining proper geometry and response during aggressive cornering, jumps and high-speed runs across rough terrain. By upgrading from standard components to these aluminium alternatives, you'll experience improved suspension feel, better weight transfer during direction changes, and enhanced overall vehicle control. This is particularly valuable for UK RC enthusiasts who demand reliability and performance from their ready to run RC vehicles.

These genuine Traxxas suspension links come fully assembled with hollow balls and are ready to mount directly onto your UDR platform. The professional-grade construction ensures consistent performance lap after lap, whilst the blue-anodised finish resists corrosion and maintains its vibrant appearance even after extended outdoor use in UK weather conditions. Whether you're upgrading from the standard components or replacing worn parts on an existing vehicle, these suspension links are an investment in performance, durability and style.

Key Features

• High-Grade Aluminium Construction — Manufactured from premium-quality 6061-T6 aluminium alloy, these suspension links offer an optimal balance of lightweight strength and durability that can withstand the intense forces generated during high-speed cornering, launching over jumps and aggressive acceleration typical of desert racing and short course truck driving.
• Blue-Anodised Finish — The vibrant blue-anodised coating provides exceptional corrosion resistance, protecting the aluminium from oxidation and environmental damage whilst delivering a professional, high-impact visual appearance that distinguishes your RC truck from standard builds and looks stunning in natural light and on camera.
• Pre-Assembled with Hollow Balls — These suspension links arrive fully assembled and ready to install, featuring integrated hollow ball rod ends that require no additional assembly work, allowing you to get your vehicle back on the track or terrain in minimal time whilst maintaining consistent quality and precise tolerances.
• Precise 206mm Centre-to-Centre Dimension — The 10x206mm specification (measured from centre to centre) ensures perfect fitment and proper suspension geometry on your UDR platform, maintaining the vehicle's original handling characteristics whilst benefiting from the superior durability of aluminium construction compared to standard components.
• Sold as a Pair — This package includes two complete rear upper suspension links, providing a full set for one vehicle and allowing symmetrical suspension setup that ensures balanced handling, predictable weight transfer and optimal cornering performance across all driving conditions.
• Direct Fitment for UDR Models — These suspension links are engineered specifically for Traxxas UDR Unlimited Desert Racer platforms, ensuring perfect compatibility with the Pro-Scale 4WD short course truck chassis and suspension geometry without requiring additional modifications or adapters.

Technical Performance

The Traxxas suspension link rear upper component represents genuine performance engineering designed specifically for the demands of modern RC short course truck racing and aggressive terrain driving. Constructed from premium 6061-T6 aluminium alloy, these links deliver exceptional strength-to-weight ratio that directly translates to improved suspension response, faster weight transfer during cornering manoeuvres, and enhanced overall vehicle dynamics compared to standard plastic or less-rigid components. The 10x206mm centre-to-centre dimension is precisely calculated to maintain the factory-designed suspension geometry of your UDR, ensuring that replacing standard links with these aluminium upgrades delivers performance gains without requiring additional tuning adjustments or geometry corrections. The hollow ball rod ends are pre-assembled and ready for immediate installation, featuring the same precision tolerances found in competition-grade RC suspension systems used by professional drivers at UK RC racing events and international competitions. The blue-anodised finish is more than aesthetic; the anodising process creates a protective oxide layer that resists corrosion, oxidation and environmental degradation, making these links ideal for UK weather conditions including rain, mud and salt-laden environments typical of coastal RC driving venues. The lightweight aluminium construction reduces unsprung mass at the rear suspension, improving traction control, reducing roll stiffness requirements and allowing your shocks to respond more efficiently to terrain variations, all critical factors for precision short course truck performance.

What's in the Box

• Suspension link, rear (upper) — 2 pieces
• Aluminium, blue-anodised construction
• 10x206mm centre-to-centre dimension
• Pre-assembled with hollow ball rod ends
• Ready to mount directly to vehicle

Frequently Asked Questions

• Are these suspension links compatible with my Traxxas UDR? — Yes, these rear upper suspension links (part number TRX8542A) are specifically engineered for the Traxxas UDR Unlimited Desert Racer Pro-Scale 4WD RTR Short Course Truck platform, including both the Fox Racing and Rigid Industries variants. They provide direct fitment without requiring adapters or modifications.
• Will upgrading to aluminium suspension links improve my truck's handling? — Absolutely. Aluminium suspension links offer superior rigidity compared to plastic components, resulting in more responsive suspension feel, better weight transfer during cornering, reduced compliance under load, and more predictable handling characteristics across varying terrain. You'll notice improved precision and feedback, particularly during high-speed cornering and aggressive directional changes.
• How durable are 6061-T6 aluminium suspension links? — 6061-T6 aluminium is an aerospace-grade alloy recognised for exceptional durability and fatigue resistance. Combined with Traxxas's precision engineering and the blue-anodised corrosion-resistant coating, these suspension links will withstand hundreds of hours of aggressive driving, jumping and racing without bending, warping or failing.
• Do I need any special tools to install these suspension links? — These suspension links come fully assembled with hollow ball rod ends and are ready to mount directly to your vehicle using standard RC vehicle tools. Installation requires only basic hex keys and metric sockets—no additional assembly or modification is necessary.
• What is the difference between these aluminium links and plastic OEM components? — The primary differences are rigidity, weight, durability and corrosion resistance. Aluminium links offer superior strength-to-weight ratio, eliminate flex that occurs in plastic components, resist environmental corrosion far better than plastic, and maintain their performance characteristics indefinitely rather than degrading over time with UV exposure and temperature cycling.
• Will these links work with my existing shocks and suspension setup? — Yes. These suspension links maintain the original 10x206mm centre-to-centre geometry of your UDR, ensuring they integrate perfectly with your existing shock absorbers, anti-roll bars and suspension components without requiring any tuning adjustments or geometry corrections.
• Are these links suitable for beginners? — Yes. These are genuine replacement suspension links designed for the stock UDR platform, making them perfect for beginners looking to upgrade their vehicle's performance and durability. The pre-assembled construction with hollow balls means installation is straightforward for anyone with basic RC vehicle maintenance experience.
• How do the blue-anodised links perform in wet weather? — The blue-anodised coating provides exceptional corrosion resistance, making these links ideal for UK weather conditions including rain, mud, and wet terrain. The protective oxide layer created during anodising prevents rust and oxidation, ensuring consistent performance and appearance even after extended exposure to moisture.

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 Suspension link, Rear (upper) (Aluminium, Blue-anodised) (10x206mm, centre to Center) (2 pcs) (assembled with hollow balls) TRX8542A 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.