Overview
The Traxxas Suspension link set, steel (TRX9849) is an essential replacement and upgrade component for RC enthusiasts and serious bashers across the UK who demand maximum durability and performance from their suspension systems. Whether you're running a high-performance RC buggy, monster truck, or truggy, suspension links are critical components that connect your chassis to the suspension arms, transferring all the forces generated during aggressive driving, jumps, and rough terrain. This Traxxas suspension link set provides a complete replacement or upgrade solution with premium steel construction, offering superior strength and longevity compared to plastic alternatives. For anyone who takes their RC car seriously—whether you're a weekend basher, competition racer, or dedicated hobbyist—having quality spare suspension links in your workshop is essential maintenance.
Traxxas has engineered this suspension link set to exacting standards, ensuring perfect fitment and reliability across a range of their RC vehicles. The steel construction provides exceptional durability, resisting bending and breaking even under extreme driving conditions, making this an ideal upgrade for drivers who push their vehicles to the limit. This is the kind of product that separates casual RC car owners from serious enthusiasts who understand that investing in quality replacement parts keeps your RC model performing at peak efficiency and extends the working life of your investment significantly.
Available now at RC Model Shop, your trusted UK RC retailer, this genuine Traxxas suspension link set represents outstanding value for money. With availability for order and competitive pricing, you can upgrade or replace your suspension links with confidence, knowing you're getting authentic Traxxas engineering backed by the manufacturer's reputation for quality. Whether you're preparing for a race season, recovering from a bash day incident, or simply maintaining your RC car to the highest standards, this suspension link set delivers the reliability and performance you expect from Traxxas.
Key Features
- Steel Construction — The suspension links are manufactured from steel, providing exceptional strength and durability compared to plastic alternatives, ensuring they can handle the extreme forces generated during aggressive driving, high-speed cornering, and hard landings without deforming or breaking.
- Complete Link Set — This comprehensive package includes all the suspension links you need: front lower links in two sizes (55mm), front upper links (48mm), and rear links (74mm) that work as either upper or lower connections, giving you a complete suspension refresh or upgrade solution.
- OEM Quality — These are genuine Traxxas-engineered components designed with precision tolerances to match the exact specifications of your RC vehicle, ensuring perfect fitment, alignment, and suspension geometry without modifications or compromises.
- Versatile Rear Links — The four 74mm rear links can be configured as either upper or lower suspension connections, providing flexibility in suspension tuning and geometry adjustments to suit your driving style and terrain conditions.
- Drop-In Replacement — Designed as a direct replacement for worn or damaged original suspension links, making installation straightforward for anyone with basic RC maintenance experience and a standard tool set.
- Extended Component Life — By replacing worn suspension links promptly, you protect other suspension components from misalignment-induced wear, effectively extending the overall lifespan of your entire suspension system and reducing maintenance costs over time.
Technical Performance
This Traxxas suspension link set represents precision engineering designed to maintain perfect suspension geometry and alignment on your RC car. The steel construction provides dramatically superior durability compared to plastic or nylon alternatives, capable of withstanding repeated impacts, twisting forces, and extreme suspension articulation without permanent deformation. The carefully selected link lengths—55mm for front lower, 48mm for front upper, and 74mm for rear—have been engineered to work in harmony with Traxxas suspension systems to maintain precise suspension angles during compression and extension cycles. This geometric accuracy is crucial because even small variations in suspension link length or alignment can cause handling issues, tyre wear problems, and reduced cornering grip. The steel material exhibits excellent fatigue resistance, meaning these links will maintain their structural integrity through thousands of suspension cycles without weakening or developing micro-fractures. For RC car owners in the UK who understand the importance of suspension maintenance and want to keep their vehicles performing at factory specifications, this link set delivers the engineering quality and material durability you need for reliable, consistent performance whether you're racing competitively or bashing recreationally.
What's in the Box
- 2x 55mm front lower suspension links
- 2x 48mm front upper suspension links
- 4x 74mm rear suspension links (configurable as upper or lower)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which Traxxas RC vehicles are compatible with the TRX9849 suspension link set? — This suspension link set is designed as a genuine Traxxas replacement component, making it compatible with the vehicles it was engineered for. Check your vehicle's manual or contact RC Model Shop to confirm compatibility with your specific model, as suspension specifications vary across the Traxxas range.
- How often should I replace my suspension links? — Suspension links typically need replacement when they become visibly bent, cracked, or stripped, or if you notice alignment issues, uneven tyre wear, or handling changes. For aggressive bashers and racers, inspecting links regularly and replacing them preventatively every racing season is sensible maintenance practice.
- Are steel suspension links better than plastic ones? — Yes, significantly. Steel suspension links offer superior durability, higher impact resistance, and better fatigue life compared to plastic alternatives. They resist bending under hard impacts and maintain their shape through repeated suspension cycles, making them the preferred choice for serious RC enthusiasts who demand reliability and longevity.
- Can I mix and match suspension link lengths? — No, suspension link lengths are precisely engineered for specific positions and functions within your suspension geometry. Using incorrect lengths will alter your vehicle's suspension angles, tracking, and handling. Always use the correct length links in the correct positions as specified by your vehicle manual.
- Is this suitable for beginners? — Yes, suspension link replacement is an excellent beginner-level maintenance task. These links are straightforward to install with basic tools and no special equipment required. However, you'll need access to the correct chassis manual to understand which links go where and ensure proper installation.
- What tools do I need to install these suspension links? — Installation typically requires only basic tools: a small screwdriver, hex key set (usually 2mm and 2.5mm), and possibly a suspension tool if your vehicle uses ball-end links with threaded adjusters. Your vehicle manual will specify the exact tools and procedure needed.
- How long do Traxxas steel suspension links last? — With proper maintenance and normal driving conditions, quality steel suspension links can last for years of regular use. However, aggressive bashing, frequent crashes, and hard impacts can shorten their lifespan. Inspect links regularly and replace them if you notice any visible damage, bending, or wear.
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 set, steel (includes 4x55mm front lower links (2), 4x48mm front upper links (2), 4x74mm rear lower or upper links (4)) TRX9849 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: TRX9849
- Product Type: Suspension link set
- Material: Steel
- Front lower links: 2x 55mm
- Front upper links: 2x 48mm
- Rear links: 4x 74mm (configurable as upper or lower)
- Total links included: 8
- EAN: 020334025111
- RRP: £36.95
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