Overview
The Traxxas Skid Plate, Chassis, Black (TRX9623) is an essential protective accessory for owners of the Traxxas Sledge 1/8 scale monster truck. Whether you're bashing through rough terrain or tackling challenging off-road courses, your RC truck's aluminium chassis is constantly at risk from impacts, scrapes and damage. This heavy-duty composite skid plate provides robust protection for your Sledge's chassis while maintaining the factory-perfect appearance and fit that Traxxas owners expect. Available in several bright colours to match your truck's scheme, this skid plate is the smart choice for any serious RC enthusiast in the UK who wants to keep their investment protected during intense RC driving sessions.
For RC car enthusiasts looking to extend the lifespan of their Sledge monster truck, this chassis protection upgrade is an absolute must-have. The skid plate aligns perfectly with the existing mounting holes on your Sledge, delivering a factory-correct fit without any modification or adjustment required. Whether you're a weekend basher enjoying recreational RC off-road driving or a competitive driver pushing your truck to its limits, this protective accessory will help prevent costly damage to your chassis during the inevitable collisions and rough terrain encounters that come with RC truck ownership.
RC Model Shop stocks genuine Traxxas accessories including skid plates, protection upgrades and tune-up parts for the entire Sledge range. As an authorised Traxxas retailer serving the UK RC community, we ensure every product meets the highest standards and delivers the performance and durability that Traxxas is known for. This black composite skid plate is in stock and ready to ship, offering UK RC enthusiasts genuine protection for their brushless electric monster truck investment.
Key Features
- Heavy-duty composite construction — Unlike plastic alternatives, this tough composite material provides exceptional durability and impact resistance, protecting your valuable aluminium chassis from scrapes, dents and damage during intense off-road driving and bashing sessions.
- Perfect factory fit — The skid plate aligns precisely with the existing mounting holes on your Sledge chassis, ensuring a seamless factory-correct installation without any modification, adjustment or fitment issues.
- Included attachment hardware — The kit includes longer attachment screws specifically designed for mounting the skid plate to the chassis, eliminating the need to source additional fasteners and ensuring proper installation depth.
- Available in multiple colours — Choose from several bright colour options to match your Sledge's bodywork and personalise your monster truck's appearance while protecting your investment.
- Easy installation — With straightforward mounting to existing holes and included longer screws, installation is quick and requires only basic tools, making this an ideal upgrade for owners of all experience levels.
- Sledge-specific design — This skid plate is engineered exclusively for the Traxxas Sledge belted monster truck platform, ensuring perfect compatibility and optimised protection for your specific model.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas Skid Plate TRX9623 is manufactured using heavy-duty composite material engineered to withstand the extreme stresses and impacts that your Sledge chassis encounters during intensive RC off-road driving. The composite construction provides superior impact absorption compared to standard plastic guards whilst maintaining a lightweight profile that doesn't compromise your truck's performance characteristics. The skid plate's design has been precisely engineered to accommodate the aluminium chassis geometry of the Sledge, a powerful 1/8 scale 4WD brushless electric monster truck. The mounting interface utilises the truck's factory drilling points, eliminating any need for modification to your chassis. Traxxas engineers have specified longer attachment screws within this kit to ensure the skid plate sits at the correct height and maintains perfect alignment with your chassis throughout aggressive driving and high-impact operations. The composite material resists cracking and splintering better than plastic alternatives, providing long-term protection even after repeated impacts with rocks, curbs and obstacles that RC truck bashers regularly encounter. Whether you're running your Sledge at full throttle across rough terrain or navigating complex obstacle courses, this skid plate ensures your aluminium chassis remains protected from the constant threat of impact damage that would otherwise require expensive replacement or repair.
What's in the Box
- Traxxas Skid Plate for Sledge chassis in black
- Longer attachment screws for secure mounting
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will the skid plate fit my Traxxas Sledge monster truck? — Yes, this TRX9623 skid plate is designed exclusively for the Traxxas Sledge 1/8 scale belted monster truck platform and aligns perfectly with the existing mounting holes on the chassis for a factory-correct fit.
- What colour options are available for the Sledge skid plate? — The Traxxas Sledge skid plate is available in several bright colours including black, allowing you to match your truck's bodywork and personalise your RC monster truck's appearance.
- Do I need to modify my truck to install this skid plate? — No modification is required. The skid plate aligns with your Sledge's existing mounting holes for a straightforward installation using only the longer attachment screws supplied in the kit.
- What material is the skid plate made from? — The skid plate is constructed from heavy-duty composite material that provides superior durability and impact resistance compared to plastic alternatives, protecting your aluminium chassis from scrapes and damage during aggressive driving.
- Are the mounting screws included? — Yes, the kit includes the longer attachment screws specifically required for mounting the skid plate to your Sledge chassis. These longer screws must be used instead of standard fasteners to ensure proper installation.
- Why do I need a skid plate for my RC monster truck? — Your Sledge's aluminium chassis is constantly at risk during intense RC driving. A protective skid plate prevents scrapes, dents and impact damage that could otherwise compromise chassis integrity and require expensive repairs, extending your truck's service life.
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 Skid plate, Chassis, Black (fits Sledge) TRX9623 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: TRX9623
- Product Type: Chassis Skid Plate Protection
- Compatible Models: Traxxas Sledge Belted 1/8 4WD Brushless Electric Monster Truck (all colour variants including Blue TRX95096-4-BLUE, Orange TRX95096-4-ORNG, Green TRX95096-4-GRN, Red TRX95096-4-RED)
- Scale: 1/8
- Colour: Black
- Material: Heavy-duty composite
- Construction: Composite material for durability and impact resistance
- Mounting System: Aligns with existing factory mounting holes on Sledge chassis
- Hardware Included: Longer attachment screws specifically designed for skid plate installation
- Installation: Factory-correct fit requiring no modification to chassis
- EAN: 020334962300
- Tune-Up Category: Chassis Protection
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- For orders above £120, we offer delivery to most mainland UK addresses. For orders under £120, we can still deliver to Northern Ireland and the outlying isles, as long as the item can be sent by Royal Mail, weighs less than 30kg, and fits within 61cm × 46cm × 46cm. Some highland and remote areas may carry an extra delivery charge as couriers often apply surcharges in these locations. If you live in one of these areas, feel free to contact us before ordering so we can confirm the delivery options and costs for you.
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