Overview
The Traxxas Sway bar kit for Sledge is an essential suspension tune-up component designed for RC enthusiasts who want to fine-tune their 1/8 scale monster truck's handling characteristics. Whether you're a seasoned RC car UK competitor, a weekend basher, or someone new to the hobby, this complete sway bar solution gives you professional-level control over your vehicle's cornering behaviour and stability. Sway bars are a powerful tool in RC suspension tuning, allowing you to dial in the precise amount of understeer or oversteer depending on your driving style, the terrain you're conquering, and the level of grip available on the day.
This ready-to-fit kit is specifically engineered for the Traxxas Sledge Belted 1/8 4WD brushless electric monster truck range, ensuring perfect compatibility and fitment. The kit includes everything needed for both front and rear installation, making it a comprehensive suspension upgrade that serious bashers and racers rely on. If you're looking to maximise your Sledge's handling potential and adapt your truck to different surfaces—from slippery loose terrain to grippy packed dirt—this sway bar kit is the answer.
Built with Traxxas engineering quality, this suspension upgrade offers the flexibility to match your driving conditions perfectly. Rather than being locked with fixed handling, you gain the ability to adjust your truck's behaviour on demand, something that separates casual RC driving from serious performance tuning.
Key Features
- Six Sway Bars with Varying Stiffness Levels — The kit includes six different sway bars, each with a different stiffness rating, allowing you to find the perfect balance for your specific driving conditions and terrain type. This variety means you're not limited to one setup; you can experiment and dial in the exact handling feel you prefer.
- Front and Rear Installation — This is a complete front and rear sway bar kit, meaning you get matched components for both axles, ensuring consistent and predictable handling across the entire truck rather than settling for a partial upgrade.
- Complete Installation Hardware Included — All necessary linkage and mounting hardware is included in the box, so you won't need to hunt down additional parts or spend extra money on fasteners and brackets to get your upgrade installed.
- Professional Suspension Tuning Tool — Sway bars are recognised by serious RC racers and bashers as one of the most effective ways to alter your truck's handling balance, allowing you to reduce understeer on loose surfaces or increase stability on high-grip terrain.
- Traxxas OEM Quality — As an official Traxxas component, you're getting genuine engineering and durability, ensuring longevity and reliable performance in demanding RC driving conditions.
- Easy Swappable Design — The modular nature of the sway bars means you can quickly swap between different stiffness levels without major disassembly, perfect for testing different setups during testing sessions or at the track.
Technical Performance
The Sledge Sway bar kit represents professional-grade suspension tuning hardware engineered to the exacting standards Traxxas is known for throughout the RC hobby community. Sway bars work by resisting body roll during cornering, and the stiffness level you select directly impacts how much the chassis leans during turns. Softer sway bars allow more suspension compliance and are ideal for loose or rough terrain where grip varies, whilst stiffer sway bars reduce body roll and provide more direct, responsive handling on high-grip surfaces. The inclusion of six different options means you have the flexibility to optimise your 1/8 scale 4WD brushless electric monster truck for virtually any surface condition. The front and rear components are designed to work together as a matched system, ensuring that handling improvements are uniform across the entire truck rather than being compromised by mismatched suspension geometry. All linkage components and installation hardware are engineered from quality materials and finished to Traxxas standards, guaranteeing durability during aggressive bashing sessions and competitive racing alike.
What's in the Box
- Front sway bar (included in the set of six)
- Rear sway bar (included in the set of six)
- Complete set of six sway bars with varying stiffness levels
- Front and rear linkage components
- All necessary installation hardware and fasteners
Frequently Asked Questions
- What Traxxas Sledge models is this sway bar kit compatible with? — This kit is designed for the Traxxas Sledge Belted 1/8 4WD brushless electric monster truck range, fitting the blue, orange, red, and green variants. If you own any of the TRX95096-4 models in any colour, this kit will fit perfectly with no modifications needed.
- Do I need any tools to install this sway bar kit? — Whilst the source doesn't specify tools required, standard RC installation typically needs basic metric hex keys and screwdrivers. We'd recommend checking the included instruction sheet or contacting our expert team at RC Model Shop for specific tool requirements before starting installation.
- How do I know which sway bar stiffness to use? — Start with the softest sway bar for loose or bumpy terrain, and work your way up to stiffer options as the surface becomes more packed and grippy. Experiment during practice sessions to find what feels best for your driving style and conditions; this is part of the enjoyment of serious RC tuning.
- Can I use just the front sway bar without the rear? — Whilst it's possible to install only front or rear, Traxxas designs these kits as matched systems. Using both front and rear gives you the best handling balance and most predictable truck behaviour during cornering.
- What is the difference between this and buying individual sway bars separately? — This kit gives you everything needed for front and rear installation in one purchase, including all linkage and hardware. Buying individual components separately would be more expensive and wouldn't guarantee you'd have matching hardware for both axles.
- Is this suitable for beginners? — Whilst installation requires some mechanical knowledge and basic tools, following the Traxxas instructions makes it accessible to anyone with RC experience. If you're new to RC suspension tuning, our team at RC Model Shop can provide guidance on installation and setup.
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. 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 Sway bar kit, Sledge (front and rear) (includes front and rear sway bars and linkage) TRX9595 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 store — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
- Brand: Traxxas
- Model Number: TRX9595
- Product Type: Sway Bar Kit
- Compatibility: Traxxas Sledge Belted 1/8 4WD Brushless Electric Monster Truck (all colour variants)
- Compatible Models: TRX95096-4-BLUE, TRX95096-4-ORNG, TRX95096-4-RED, TRX95096-4-GRN
- Kit Contents: Front and rear sway bars with linkage
- Number of Sway Bars Included: Six sway bars with varying stiffness levels
- Installation Coverage: Front and rear
- Hardware Included: Complete installation hardware and fasteners
- EAN Code: 020334959508
- Tune-Up Type: Suspension
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