Futaba SVI Servo Connector Lead 400mm Futaba to ZH Interface Black FUTEBB0156

Overview

The Futaba to ZH Lead for SVI Servos 400mm is an essential connectivity component for RC enthusiasts working with Futaba servo systems and ZH interface applications. Whether you're building a custom RC car, truck, buggy or crawler setup in the UK, this specialist lead provides a straightforward and reliable bridge between Futaba-style connectors and ZH interfaces, making it an indispensable spare part for your RC hobby toolbox. At 400mm in length, this lead offers excellent flexibility for neat cable routing in compact radio control installations where space management and professional-looking builds are important considerations.

Manufactured by Futaba, the world-renowned leader in RC radio control systems since 1962, this connector lead embodies the quality and reliability that has made Futaba a trusted name among RC car UK enthusiasts, competitive racers, and weekend bashers alike. The lead is supplied finished in black, complementing any RC installation aesthetic whilst maintaining the functional excellence you'd expect from an authorised Futaba component. For those integrating SVI servo applications into their RC builds, this lead eliminates the frustration of incompatible connectors and provides confidence that your servo connectivity meets manufacturer specifications.

As an experienced RC retailer serving the UK market, RC Model Shop stocks this genuine Futaba spare to ensure you have access to the exact components needed for building, upgrading and maintaining your RC vehicles. Whether you're a seasoned competitor fine-tuning a race setup or a dedicated hobbyist constructing a custom crawler or truck build, having the correct interface leads on hand prevents delays and ensures your project comes together seamlessly.

Key Features

• Futaba to ZH Interface Compatibility — This lead specifically connects Futaba-style connectors to ZH interfaces, ensuring you can integrate Futaba servo systems with ZH-compatible receivers and control systems without requiring additional adapters or workarounds that might compromise reliability.
• Practical 400mm Length — At 400mm (15.74 inches), the lead is long enough for flexible internal routing within RC chassis and mounting locations, yet short enough for use in compact builds where cable management and neatness matter for both performance and aesthetics.
• Lightweight Construction — Weighing only approximately 0.01kg, this lead adds virtually no weight penalty to your RC build, making it ideal for weight-conscious race setups, crawlers, and any application where minimising unsprung mass contributes to better handling and performance.
• SVI Servo Applications — Specifically designed for SVI servo connectivity, this lead ensures proper signal integrity and power delivery for your servo systems, critical for maintaining responsive and accurate steering and control across all RC vehicle types.
• Professional Black Finish — The black colour provides a clean, professional appearance that integrates seamlessly with most RC installations, from high-performance race cars to trail-ready crawlers and everything in between.
• Genuine Futaba Component — As an authorised Futaba product manufactured to original specifications, you can trust this lead will perform reliably and maintain compatibility with your servo systems across multiple RC sessions.

Technical Performance

The Futaba to ZH Lead for SVI Servos represents precision engineering in connector technology, designed to facilitate reliable communication between different servo ecosystem standards. Measuring exactly 400mm in length, this lead provides sufficient wire length for internal routing within most RC chassis designs whilst maintaining the compactness essential for professional-grade installations. The connector interfaces are engineered to Futaba's exacting standards, ensuring secure connections that won't loosen during high-vibration RC driving sessions, whether you're racing on track, running trail courses, or engaging in weekend backyard bashing. The black outer sheath protects the internal copper conductors from abrasion, UV exposure and general wear that naturally occurs in active RC use. At just 0.01kg, the lead's minimal weight makes it suitable for competitive RC applications where every gram contributes to power-to-weight ratio and overall performance dynamics. The connector geometry ensures positive mechanical engagement whilst allowing straightforward disconnection when needed for maintenance, repairs, or reconfiguring your servo setup. Whether your RC car UK build uses digital or analogue servos, or whether you're connecting a brushless ESC with servo-based steering control, this lead maintains signal fidelity and power delivery integrity across your RC installation.

What's in the Box

• Futaba to ZH Lead connector cable, 400mm length, black finish

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Futaba to ZH Lead used for in RC applications? — This lead provides a connector interface between Futaba-style servo connectors and ZH-interface receivers or control modules. It's essential when you're integrating Futaba servo systems with ZH-compatible electronics, allowing you to connect servos that use Futaba connectors to receivers or ESCs that use ZH connectors without requiring multiple adapters.
• Is this lead suitable for all types of RC vehicles? — Yes, this lead can be used in any RC car, truck, buggy, crawler or specialist RC vehicle that requires connection between Futaba servos and ZH-interface electronics. It's particularly common in custom RC car UK builds where builders are mixing components from different manufacturers.
• What length is the 400mm lead suitable for? — At 400mm (approximately 15.74 inches), this lead is suitable for most RC installations including off-road buggies, monster trucks, crawlers, stadium trucks, and on-road touring cars. The length provides flexibility for routing cables through chassis while maintaining a neat installation, though you may need multiple leads if building larger vehicles or complex multi-servo setups.
• Is this a genuine Futaba product? — Yes, the Futaba to ZH Lead FUTEBB0156 is a genuine Futaba component manufactured by Futaba, the authorised supplier to RC Model Shop. When you buy this lead from RC Model Shop, you're purchasing an authentic Futaba spare part with full compatibility assurance.
• What age group is this lead suitable for? — The product carries a 14+ age recommendation, making it suitable for teenage and adult RC enthusiasts. This reflects both the technical nature of connector installations and the complexity of servo systems in radio control vehicles.
• Will this lead work with digital servos? — Yes, the Futaba to ZH Lead is compatible with both analogue and digital Futaba servos, as the connector interface doesn't differentiate between servo types—it simply provides the physical and electrical bridge between Futaba and ZH connectors.

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 Futaba Futaba to ZH Lead for SVI Servos 400mm FUTEBB0156 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.