Overview
The Traxxas Battery straps (4 pcs) TRX5722 are essential replacement fastening components designed for RC enthusiasts who need reliable battery retention solutions. Whether you're running a Traxxas RC car UK model, competing in weekend races, or simply maintaining your fleet of remote control vehicles, these battery straps ensure your power cells remain securely fastened during intense driving sessions. Battery retention is a critical safety and performance consideration in RC hobby, and Traxxas has engineered these straps to meet the demanding requirements of serious RC drivers across the UK and beyond.
As an authorised Traxxas retailer, RC Model Shop stocks genuine OEM Traxxas parts that are manufactured to the exact specifications your RC models require. These battery straps are precision-engineered components that integrate seamlessly with Traxxas chassis designs, providing secure, vibration-resistant battery mounting that prevents movement during aggressive cornering, jumps, and high-speed runs. The four-pack quantity means you can equip multiple vehicles or maintain spares for competitive events and regular recreational bashing sessions.
Perfect for owners of ready to run RC cars, brushless RC buggies, monster trucks, and other Traxxas models, these battery straps represent genuine manufacturer parts backed by Traxxas engineering expertise. Whether you're restoring a vehicle, upgrading components after wear, or building a competition-grade RC setup, authentic OEM straps ensure optimal performance and longevity across your RC hobby investment.
Key Features
- Four-piece set — This pack contains four individual battery straps, providing multiple fastening solutions for single vehicles or enabling you to maintain spares across several models in your RC car collection.
- Genuine Traxxas manufacture — As official OEM parts engineered by Traxxas, these straps meet exact factory specifications and integrate perfectly with Traxxas chassis designs, ensuring reliability and compatibility across the full range of Traxxas RC vehicles available to UK buyers.
- Secure battery retention — Purpose-designed fastening components ensure your LiPo, NiMH or other battery packs remain firmly secured during high-performance driving, preventing movement that could affect weight distribution, handling characteristics, or electrical connectivity during races and bashing sessions.
- Vibration-resistant mounting — These straps are engineered to dampen vibration transmission between the battery and chassis, protecting battery cells and circuitry from shock damage during aggressive driving over rough terrain, jumps, and high-impact landings typical in RC hobby activities.
- Durable construction — Built from materials selected for long-term durability and repeated use, these straps maintain their fastening integrity across numerous charge cycles and driving sessions, making them cost-effective replacement parts for active RC enthusiasts.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas Battery straps TRX5722 represent precision engineering designed specifically for the battery mounting requirements of Traxxas RC vehicles. These components are critical for maintaining proper weight distribution and battery stability during cornering and acceleration, which directly impacts handling precision and overall performance of ready to run RC cars and high-performance brushless RC models. The four-pack configuration ensures you have adequate spares, which is particularly valuable for competitive RC racing where equipment reliability is paramount. The straps are manufactured from durable materials selected for their ability to withstand repeated fastening cycles, vibration exposure, and the thermal variations associated with extended battery operation. RC enthusiasts operating vehicles in the UK climate, from winter conditions through summer heat, will find these straps maintain their retention properties consistently. The engineering ensures compatibility with both LiPo batteries commonly used in modern brushless RC vehicles and traditional NiMH battery configurations, making them versatile components for diverse RC car collections. Proper battery retention using genuine OEM straps like these contributes to optimal electrical contact maintenance, preventing intermittent power delivery issues and ensuring consistent performance throughout driving sessions.
What's in the Box
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why do I need replacement battery straps for my RC car? — Battery straps experience wear from repeated fastening and unfastening during regular maintenance, charging, and vehicle operation. Over time, they can lose elasticity or become damaged, compromising their ability to securely hold your battery pack. Worn straps can allow battery movement, which affects weight distribution, handling precision, and electrical connection stability in your RC vehicle. Keeping genuine replacement straps on hand ensures you can maintain optimal battery retention whenever needed.
- Are these straps compatible with all Traxxas models? — These are genuine Traxxas OEM parts (TRX5722) designed specifically for Traxxas RC vehicles. Compatibility varies by model, so we recommend checking your specific vehicle's parts manual or contacting our knowledgeable RC team to confirm fitment on your particular RC car UK model before purchasing.
- Can I use these with LiPo batteries? — Yes, these battery straps are designed to work with modern LiPo battery packs commonly used in contemporary brushless RC vehicles, as well as traditional NiMH batteries. The straps provide secure retention for both battery chemistry types, ensuring safe operation regardless of your power source choice.
- How do I install battery straps on my RC vehicle? — Installation is straightforward and requires no special tools. Simply position your battery pack in the designated battery compartment and secure the straps across the battery using the existing mounting points on your chassis. The straps should be tight enough to prevent battery movement during driving but not so tight that they compress the battery cells. Refer to your vehicle's assembly manual for specific installation guidance tailored to your particular Traxxas model.
- Why should I buy genuine Traxxas parts rather than aftermarket alternatives? — Genuine OEM Traxxas components are engineered to exact specifications that guarantee compatibility, reliability, and performance with your RC vehicle. Traxxas parts undergo rigorous testing to ensure they meet the demanding requirements of competitive and recreational RC driving. Using authentic parts maintains your vehicle's performance characteristics, preserves warranty coverage in many cases, and provides peace of mind knowing you're using components designed specifically for your RC car by the manufacturers.
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 Battery straps (4 pcs) TRX5722 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.
- Product type: Battery straps
- Manufacturer: Traxxas
- Model number: TRX5722
- Quantity: 4 pieces
- EAN: 0020334572202
- RRP: £7.45
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