Overview
The Fastrax Metallic Purple X-Long Body Pin 1/8th (FAST209MP) is an essential replacement part for RC enthusiasts and serious hobbyists across the UK. Whether you're running a competitive 1/8th scale RC buggy, truck, or truggy, or you simply enjoy weekend bashing with your RC car, these body pins are crucial for keeping your bodywork securely fastened during intense driving sessions. Available from RC Model Shop, this metallic purple variant adds a touch of style whilst maintaining the professional-grade quality you'd expect from Fastrax's proven range of RC spares and upgrades.
Body pins are one of the most frequently replaced components in any RC car collection. They experience constant wear from repeated mounting and removal of your vehicle's bodyshell, and they're prone to bending or breaking during aggressive driving or crashes. Having a reliable stock of replacement body pins ensures you can quickly get back on the track or trail without downtime. The Fastrax Metallic Purple X-Long Body Pin is designed specifically for 1/8th scale RC models, making it the perfect fit for popular platforms including Traxxas models, Team Losi vehicles, Mugen machines, Team Associated buggies, and many other leading RC brands in the UK market.
Fastrax is a recognised name in RC hobby circles, delivering quality replacement parts and performance upgrades that serious RC competitors and bashers trust. The X-Long body pin specification ensures maximum holding power and durability, whilst the distinctive metallic purple colour finish gives your RC car a premium appearance. Whether you're building a new 1/8th scale RC buggy from the ground up or simply maintaining your existing fleet of RC vehicles, the Fastrax Metallic Purple X-Long Body Pin FAST209MP is a worthwhile addition to your spares box.
Key Features
- X-Long specification — The extended length of this body pin provides superior holding power and security for your RC car's bodyshell, ensuring it stays firmly in place during high-speed driving, jumps, and aggressive cornering without accidental detachment.
- 1/8th scale compatibility — Manufactured to fit 1/8th scale RC vehicles, these pins work seamlessly with a wide range of popular platforms including Traxxas, Losi, Mugen, Team Associated, HPI, Axial Racing, and other leading RC brands available in the UK.
- Metallic purple colour finish — Beyond functionality, the striking metallic purple finish adds visual appeal to your RC setup, allowing you to customise and personalise your vehicle with coordinating body pins that complement your colour scheme.
- Durable construction — Built to withstand the stresses of competitive racing and weekend bashing, these pins are engineered to resist bending and breaking, providing reliable performance across multiple mounting and removal cycles.
- Affordable spares solution — At just £1.99 each, these replacement body pins represent excellent value for money, making it economical to maintain a full set of spares for your RC car collection without breaking the bank.
- Essential maintenance component — Every serious RC hobbyist needs replacement body pins in their maintenance kit; they're consumable parts that need regular replacement as part of standard RC car upkeep and care.
Technical Performance
The Fastrax Metallic Purple X-Long Body Pin is engineered with precision manufacturing standards that ensure consistent quality across every unit. As an X-Long variant, this pin offers extended engagement with your bodyshell mounting points, distributing holding force more effectively than standard-length pins and reducing the risk of your RC car's body separating during intense driving sessions. The metallic purple finish is applied through a durable coating process that resists scratching and fading, maintaining its vibrant appearance even after repeated use in outdoor RC environments. The pin design is compatible across the Fastrax range of RC spares and option parts, meaning you can confidently order these without worrying about fitment issues on 1/8th scale platforms. Whether you're running a competitive race setup or enjoying casual RC bashing with friends, these body pins deliver the reliability and performance you expect from a brand trusted by RC enthusiasts throughout the United Kingdom.
What's in the Box
- 1x Fastrax Metallic Purple X-Long Body Pin for 1/8th scale RC vehicles
Frequently Asked Questions
- What RC cars do these Fastrax body pins fit? — The X-Long specification is designed for 1/8th scale RC vehicles, making them compatible with a comprehensive range of platforms including Traxxas 1/8th scale buggies and trucks, Team Losi 1/8th models, Mugen 1/8th machines, Team Associated 1/8th buggies, HPI 1/8th vehicles, Axial Racing models, and other leading manufacturers. If you're unsure whether these pins fit your specific RC car, we'd recommend checking your vehicle's documentation or contacting our experienced team at RC Model Shop for confirmation.
- Why do I need replacement body pins? — Body pins are consumable spares that experience constant wear from mounting and removing your RC car's bodyshell. They frequently bend or break during crashes, aggressive driving, or jumps, making replacement pins essential for any serious RC hobbyist. Having a stock of spares ensures you can quickly reinstall your body and get back to driving without extended downtime.
- Are these pins only available in metallic purple? — Fastrax produces body pins in various colours and finishes. The metallic purple option adds visual style whilst maintaining the same professional-grade functionality as other variants, but you may find alternative colours available if you prefer a different aesthetic for your RC setup.
- How many body pins do I need? — Most 1/8th scale RC buggy and truck bodies require 4-6 body pins depending on the design. We'd recommend keeping several sets of replacement pins in your spares kit so you're never caught without spares at the track or trail.
- Is the metallic purple colour durable? — Yes, the metallic purple finish is applied through a robust coating process designed to resist fading and scratching during regular RC use. Whilst the finish may show minor wear over extended periods, the pins will maintain their appearance and functionality for reliable performance.
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 Fastrax Metallic Purple X-Long Body Pin 1/8th FAST209MP 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: Fastrax
- Model Number: FAST209MP
- Product Type: Body Pin
- Scale: 1/8th
- Specification: X-Long (extended length)
- Colour: Metallic Purple
- EAN: 5055323902321
- Compatibility: 1/8th scale RC vehicles including Traxxas, Team Losi, Mugen, Team Associated, HPI, Axial Racing and other leading RC brands
- Application: Element Enduro, Traxxas TRX-4, and other 1/8th scale RC buggies, trucks and truggies
- Availability: In Stock
- Quantity per pack: 1 body pin
We want to make sure your delivery goes smoothly, so here are some important details about our service:
- For orders above £120, we offer delivery to most mainland UK addresses. For orders under £120, we can still deliver to Northern Ireland and the outlying isles, as long as the item can be sent by Royal Mail, weighs less than 30kg, and fits within 61cm × 46cm × 46cm. Some highland and remote areas may carry an extra delivery charge as couriers often apply surcharges in these locations. If you live in one of these areas, feel free to contact us before ordering so we can confirm the delivery options and costs for you.
- Most of our products include delivery in the price. If your order is under £90, a small delivery fee will apply but do not worry this will always be clearly shown at checkout before you complete your purchase.
- Depending on what you choose at checkout, your order will usually be delivered either the next working day or within 2 working days. For next day delivery please place your order before 2:00pm. Orders are dispatched Monday to Friday only. Some items may take a little longer and if that is the case we will always show the expected delivery time on the product page.
- If your order includes items with different dispatch times we will normally wait and send everything together once all items are in stock. If one of the items is going to take a while we will give you the choice either wait for everything to arrive or let us send the available items now and deliver the rest later. It is up to you.
- We use trusted delivery partners to make sure your order gets to you safely and on time. We use DPD for next working day deliveries and Royal Mail for the 2 day option.
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- If a product is marked as "Dispatched within 3 working days" delivery usually takes around 3 to 5 working days from when your order is placed.
- For customers in Inverness and other parts of the Scottish Highlands deliveries can take up to 2 working days even if you select next day delivery as couriers do not currently offer a guaranteed next day service to those areas.
