Overview
The FMS RANGER 850MM MAIN LANDING GEAR SET is an essential upgrade component for RC aeroplane enthusiasts looking to enhance their aircraft's stability and landing performance. This precision-engineered landing gear set is designed specifically for the FMS Ranger model, providing pilots with the confidence and reliability needed for smooth, controlled landings on various terrain types. Whether you're a seasoned RC pilot operating in the UK or an aspiring enthusiast discovering the world of RC flight for the first time, this main landing gear set delivers professional-grade performance at an accessible price point.
FMS has engineered this 850mm landing gear set with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring compatibility with the Ranger airframe whilst maintaining optimal weight distribution and aerodynamic efficiency. The landing gear plays a critical role in RC aeroplane performance, directly impacting how smoothly your aircraft transitions from flight to ground operations. Investing in quality landing gear components is one of the most practical upgrades you can make to your RC aircraft setup, preventing costly damage during landings and extending the lifespan of your model significantly.
Available from RC Model Shop, this FMS landing gear set represents exceptional value for money, combining authentic manufacturer specifications with the reliability that FMS is recognised for throughout the RC hobby community. The 850mm dimension provides the appropriate ground clearance and stance for stable ground handling, making it an ideal choice for pilots who fly regularly and demand dependable equipment.
Key Features
- 850mm Main Landing Gear Set — This specific dimension provides optimal ground clearance and landing stability for the FMS Ranger aircraft, ensuring smooth contact with the ground during takeoff and landing operations and protecting your fuselage and components from impact damage.
- OEM FMS Manufacturing — Built by FMS Hobby using their established engineering standards, this genuine landing gear set ensures perfect compatibility with your Ranger model and maintains the structural integrity and performance characteristics of your aircraft.
- Enhanced Aircraft Stability — Proper landing gear configuration is fundamental to RC aeroplane stability during ground operations, preventing nose-over incidents, wing-tip strikes and other costly accidents that can occur with worn or incompatible gear systems.
- Durable Construction — The landing gear is engineered to withstand repeated takeoff and landing cycles, absorbing impact forces and maintaining alignment through countless flight operations, protecting your valuable RC investment.
- Direct Compatibility — Designed specifically for the FMS Ranger model, this main landing gear set ensures a perfect fit without modification, simplifying installation and ensuring optimal performance from day one.
- Affordable Upgrade Option — At just £10.99, this landing gear set provides an economical way to maintain or upgrade your aircraft's ground handling capability without requiring a complete airframe replacement.
Technical Performance
The FMS RANGER 850MM MAIN LANDING GEAR SET is a precision component manufactured to exacting standards by FMS Hobby, one of the recognised leaders in RC aircraft design and production. The 850mm dimension has been carefully selected to provide the Ranger airframe with appropriate ground clearance, ensuring that fuselage components, propellers and other aircraft structures maintain safe distance from the ground during all ground operations. The landing gear's robust construction is engineered to handle the stresses and impacts inherent in RC aeroplane flight operations, including hard landings, rough field operations and repeated takeoff and landing cycles. The material selection and structural engineering ensure that the gear maintains its alignment and effectiveness throughout extended use, providing consistent stability and protection for your aircraft frame. For RC pilots operating in the UK and beyond who demand reliable equipment that performs consistently flight after flight, this FMS landing gear set delivers the quality and durability needed for worry-free operation. The design accommodates the Ranger's weight distribution and aerodynamic characteristics, ensuring that ground handling remains predictable and controllable across a range of landing approaches and field conditions.
What's in the Box
- FMS RANGER 850MM Main Landing Gear Set (complete assembly)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this landing gear suitable for all FMS Ranger models? — Yes, this main landing gear set has been engineered specifically for FMS Ranger aircraft models and provides perfect compatibility with the airframe geometry and weight distribution of these models, ensuring optimal performance and stability.
- What makes landing gear important for RC aeroplanes? — Landing gear is absolutely critical to RC aeroplane performance and safety because it determines ground stability, affects how smoothly your aircraft transitions from flight to ground operations, and protects the fuselage and internal components from impact damage during takeoffs and landings. Quality landing gear directly influences how confident and controlled your flying experience will be.
- Will this landing gear set require modification to install? — No, the FMS RANGER 850MM MAIN LANDING GEAR SET is designed as a direct fit component for the Ranger airframe, eliminating the need for modification or adapters and allowing straightforward installation that maintains the aircraft's structural integrity and performance characteristics.
- How long does landing gear typically last before requiring replacement? — The lifespan of landing gear depends on frequency of use and landing conditions, but quality FMS components are engineered for extended durability through numerous takeoff and landing cycles. Regular inspection for wear and damage is recommended, and replacement becomes necessary when structural integrity is compromised or excessive wear becomes visible.
- Can I upgrade from original to this landing gear set? — Absolutely, if you are looking to replace worn or damaged original landing gear or upgrade your Ranger's ground handling capability, this FMS genuine landing gear set is the perfect choice, offering the same quality and engineering as factory-standard equipment.
- What is the benefit of the 850mm dimension? — The 850mm size provides the Ranger model with optimal ground clearance, ensuring that all aircraft components, including the fuselage belly, propeller and control surface linkages, maintain safe distance from the ground during ground operations, preventing costly contact damage and ensuring stable, predictable handling.
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 FMS RANGER 850MM MAIN LANDING GEAR SET FMSRU108 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.
- Model Number: FMSRU108
- Product Name: 850mm Ranger Main Landing Gear Set
- Brand: FMS Hobby
- Landing Gear Dimension: 850mm
- Compatibility: FMS Ranger Aircraft Models
- Type: Main Landing Gear Set
- Regular Price: $10.99 USD
- Warranty: 90-day warranty on electronic accessories from date of delivery
- Return Policy: 30-day return policy for new and unused products
- Long-term Official Technician Support: Available
- Shipping: Free shipping on orders over $99 USD, $6.99 shipping fee on orders under $99 USD
- Shipping Time: 3-7 working days from US warehouse
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