Overview
The FTX DR8 Differential Bevel Gear Set (Part No. FTX9519) is a precision-engineered spare component designed to maintain and restore peak drivetrain performance in high-performance RC vehicles. Whether you're a competitive racer, weekend basher, or serious RC enthusiast in the UK, this genuine FTX differential bevel gear set represents the perfect solution for worn or damaged differential gears. Manufactured to OEM specifications by FTX, this component ensures your RC car, RC buggy, or RC desert racer maintains factory-standard performance and reliability when it matters most.
This drivetrain spare is specifically engineered for the FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer and FTX Supaforza GT 1/7 brushless electric RTR models, both popular high-speed platforms among UK RC enthusiasts. As a genuine manufacturer component, it delivers the precision fitment and durability that aftermarket alternatives simply cannot match. The FTX9519 bevel gear set is an essential maintenance item for anyone running these models at speed or in demanding terrain conditions.
RC drivetrain components like differential gears experience significant stress during aggressive driving, high-speed runs, and competitive racing. Keeping a genuine replacement on hand ensures you're never sidelined for long, and using an authentic FTX component guarantees seamless integration with your existing drivetrain without the risk of compatibility issues or premature wear.
Key Features
- Genuine FTX Manufactured Component — This bevel gear set is engineered directly by FTX to exacting OEM standards, ensuring it meets the same precision tolerances and material specifications as the original gears installed at the factory, which guarantees optimal performance and longevity in your RC vehicle.
- Differential Drivetrain Replacement — Specifically designed to replace worn, damaged, or stripped differential bevel gears, this set restores your drivetrain's original performance characteristics and smooth operation, allowing your RC car to deliver consistent torque distribution and handling.
- Perfect Compatibility with DR8 and Supaforza GT — The FTX9519 is factory-tested and approved for the FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer 6S RTR (both red and blue variants) and the FTX Supaforza GT 1/7 Brushless Electric RTR (red and blue versions), ensuring straightforward installation without modification or adapters.
- Robust OEM-Grade Construction — Built to withstand the extreme demands of high-speed terrain challenges, off-road racing, and competitive driving conditions, these bevel gears are manufactured from durable materials engineered for reliability and longevity.
- Easy Part Identification — The clearly marked FTX9519 part number ensures hassle-free ordering and identification, so you can quickly source the exact replacement component you need without confusion or compatibility concerns.
- Optimal Gear Mesh Tolerance — Using a genuine FTX bevel gear set maintains the original gear mesh geometry and tolerance levels, ensuring your drivetrain continues to perform exactly as designed by the manufacturer with smooth, efficient power delivery.
Technical Performance
The FTX DR8 Differential Bevel Gear Set represents precision engineering at its finest. Manufactured to OEM specifications by FTX, these bevel gears are crafted from high-quality materials selected specifically for their durability under racing conditions and aggressive off-road use. The differential is a critical component in any RC car or RC buggy drivetrain, responsible for distributing torque evenly between drive wheels whilst allowing for speed differential during cornering and turning. When these gears become worn, damaged, or stripped—a common occurrence in high-performance vehicles running at speed or in competitive scenarios—replacement becomes essential to maintain handling predictability and drivability. The FTX9519 bevel gear set restores your FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer or FTX Supaforza GT 1/7 Brushless Electric RTR to factory specification, ensuring the gear mesh operates with optimal precision. This precision is crucial because even minor variations in gear tolerance can result in binding, slippage, or erratic handling behaviour. By using an authentic FTX component rather than an aftermarket alternative, you eliminate the risk of compatibility issues, substandard material quality, or poor fitment that could compromise your vehicle's performance or reliability. Whether you're running your RC desert racer for casual fun or competitive racing, maintaining genuine OEM-standard drivetrain components is the most cost-effective way to ensure long-term reliability and consistent performance.
What's in the Box
- FTX DR8 Differential Bevel Gear Set (complete replacement set)
- Part number FTX9519 clearly marked for easy identification
Frequently Asked Questions
- What models is the FTX DR8 Differential Bevel Gear Set compatible with? — The FTX9519 is specifically designed for the FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer 6S RTR (available in red and blue) and the FTX Supaforza GT 1/7 Brushless Electric RTR (also offered in red and blue variants). If you own either of these models and are experiencing worn or damaged differential gears, this is the correct replacement component.
- How do I know if I need to replace my differential bevel gears? — Signs that your differential gears may need replacement include grinding or clicking sounds coming from the differential housing, loss of traction or unexplained handling changes, or visible damage to the gears if you disassemble the differential during maintenance. If you've been running your RC vehicle hard or in competitive settings, it's worth inspecting the differential periodically.
- Is this a genuine FTX component or an aftermarket product? — This is a genuine FTX-manufactured component built to OEM specifications. Using authentic FTX parts ensures optimal compatibility, durability, and performance in your FTX DR8 or Supaforza GT, and eliminates the risk of fitment issues or premature wear that can occur with third-party replacements.
- What is the difference between this differential gear set and alternatives? — Genuine FTX components are engineered and tested by the manufacturer to precise tolerances and specifications. This ensures perfect fitment, optimal gear mesh, and durability equivalent to the original equipment. Aftermarket or clone products may use inferior materials, inconsistent tolerances, or poor manufacturing processes that can lead to binding, slippage, or rapid wear.
- How difficult is it to install the FTX DR8 Differential Bevel Gear Set? — Differential replacement requires disassembly of the differential housing and careful attention to detail during reassembly. Most experienced RC enthusiasts can complete this task with basic tools and a technical manual, but if you're new to RC maintenance, you may want to consult your vehicle's service documentation or seek assistance from an experienced RC specialist.
- Is this suitable for beginners? — This is a replacement spare part rather than a complete vehicle or ready-to-run system, so it's intended for RC enthusiasts with some mechanical experience who understand drivetrain maintenance. However, if you own an FTX DR8 or Supaforza GT and are planning to run it regularly, keeping this spare on hand is a wise investment in reliability.
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 FTX DR8 Differential Bevel Gear Set – Part No. FTX9519 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: FTX
- Part Number: FTX9519
- EAN: 5056135726372
- Product Type: Differential Bevel Gear Set
- Spare Part Category: Drivetrain Spares
- Application: Differential gear replacement for FTX DR8 and Supaforza GT models
- Compatible Models: FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer 6S RTR (Blue and Red variants); FTX Supaforza GT 1/7 Brushless Electric RTR (Blue and Red variants)
- Construction: OEM-grade precision-engineered components
- Material: High-durability racing-grade materials
- Fitment: Factory-standard OEM compatibility with optimised gear mesh and tolerances
- Performance Rating: Tested for high-speed terrain challenges and competitive racing conditions
- Recommended Use: Replacement of worn, damaged, or stripped differential bevel gears
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