Overview
The Fastrax Element Enduro Brass Diff Cover is a precision-engineered upgrade component designed for serious RC enthusiasts in the UK who demand performance and durability from their trail trucks and crawlers. This 48-gram brass differential cover is purpose-built for the Element RC Enduro range of vehicles, offering a significant weight addition that improves overall vehicle balance and handling characteristics. Whether you're tackling challenging terrain at your local RC club or competing in organised trail events, this brass diff cover transforms the way your Element Enduro performs, delivering enhanced stability and a lower centre of gravity that makes a real difference when navigating rocks, logs and uneven ground.
Brass upgrade components are highly sought after in the RC hobby community across the UK because they provide substantial weight benefits without compromising durability. The Fastrax Element Enduro Brass Diff Cover is machined to exacting standards and represents genuine value for RC enthusiasts who understand that weight distribution is critical to vehicle performance. This is not a decorative addition—it's a functional upgrade that experienced RC car builders and trail crawlers specify when they want to elevate their setup to the next level. The 48-gram weight specification means this component delivers noticeable performance improvements that you'll feel immediately when driving.
Compatible with multiple Element RC Enduro models including the Ecto, Sendero HD and Zuul variants, this brass diff cover integrates seamlessly into your existing build without requiring modifications or additional parts. For UK-based RC enthusiasts looking to enhance their crawler or trail truck setup with a genuine Fastrax component, this represents an intelligent investment in your vehicle's performance characteristics.
Key Features
- 48-gram brass construction — The substantial weight of this differential cover provides critical ballast that improves vehicle stability, particularly when climbing obstacles or traversing technical terrain, making it an essential upgrade for serious crawlers and trail truck builders.
- Precision machined design — Fastrax manufacturing ensures this component is machined to exact tolerances, guaranteeing perfect fitment on compatible Element Enduro vehicles without any modification required to your existing setup.
- Weight distribution benefits — By positioning substantial weight low on your RC vehicle, this diff cover improves the centre of gravity and enhances traction characteristics, especially beneficial when navigating rocky trails and challenging obstacles.
- Direct compatibility with Element Enduro range — This component is engineered specifically for Element RC Enduro models, ensuring perfect integration with vehicles including the Ecto Trail Truck, Sendero HD and Zuul variants without any modification or adaptation needed.
- Durable brass material — Unlike plastic alternatives, the brass construction resists wear and maintains its structural integrity through countless hours of demanding trail and crawler use, representing excellent long-term value.
- Professional-grade upgrade component — Recognised by experienced RC builders throughout the UK as a genuine performance enhancement, not a cosmetic modification, delivering measurable improvements to handling and stability.
Technical Performance
The Fastrax Element Enduro Brass Diff Cover exemplifies the engineering quality that serious RC enthusiasts expect from dedicated upgrade components. At 48 grams, this brass differential cover represents substantial added weight that dramatically improves vehicle dynamics compared to standard plastic covers. The precision machining ensures the component integrates seamlessly with Element Enduro models without any fitment issues or modification requirements. Brass material properties make this cover significantly more durable than plastic alternatives, resisting impact damage and maintaining dimensional accuracy through extended use. The low mounting position of the differential cover means the 48 grams of weight sits low on the chassis, optimising weight distribution and improving traction delivery, particularly valuable when climbing steep inclines or navigating rock gardens. For UK RC enthusiasts building competition-grade or high-performance trail setups, this differential cover addresses a critical area of vehicle tuning that separates genuinely optimised builds from standard configurations. The component works in perfect harmony with other Element Enduro upgrades and modifications, making it an ideal addition to a comprehensive build enhancement programme. Whether you're focused on crawling performance, trail navigation or general off-road capability, this brass diff cover delivers quantifiable improvements in vehicle behaviour and handling characteristics.
What's in the Box
- Fastrax Element Enduro Brass Diff Cover (48 grams)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which Element RC Enduro models is this brass diff cover compatible with? — The Fastrax Element Enduro Brass Diff Cover (FTEL013BRB) is engineered for direct compatibility with multiple Element RC Enduro trail truck variants. Compatible models include the Element RC Enduro Ecto Trail Truck RTR in Black (EL40122), the Ecto Trail Truck RTR in Grey with Portal Axles (EL40130), the Ecto Trail Truck RTR in Green (EL40117), the Ecto Trail Truck Zuul variant in Tan RTR (EL40124), the Sendero HD Titanium RTR (EL40120), the Trailwalker RTR in Black (EL40119), the Sendero HD RTR in Black (EL40123), and the Zuul IFS2 Trail Truck RTR in Blue (EL40127). This comprehensive compatibility list means the component integrates with most current Element Enduro offerings.
- How much does the brass diff cover weigh? — The Fastrax Element Enduro Brass Diff Cover weighs exactly 48 grams. This substantial weight is precisely calibrated to improve vehicle balance and handling without negatively impacting performance or durability. For UK RC builders, this weight figure helps with overall build planning and weight distribution calculations when constructing optimised crawler and trail truck setups.
- What material is this diff cover made from? — This differential cover is manufactured from brass, a material choice that sets it apart from standard plastic components found on stock vehicles. Brass offers superior durability, maintains dimensional accuracy through extended use, and resists impact damage far better than plastic alternatives. For serious crawlers and trail trucks that see regular technical terrain, the brass construction represents excellent long-term value and performance reliability.
- Why would I want to add weight to my RC crawler or trail truck? — Weight addition is a fundamental tuning technique in RC crawling and trail driving, improving traction, stability and climbing ability. By positioning substantial weight low on the chassis through the differential cover, you improve the vehicle's centre of gravity, enhancing traction delivery when climbing obstacles and improving overall stability on uneven terrain. Experienced UK RC builders routinely specify brass upgrade components to achieve performance characteristics that stock plastic-based vehicles cannot match.
- Is this suitable for beginners? — The Fastrax Element Enduro Brass Diff Cover is an upgrade component intended for builders with established experience in RC vehicle maintenance and modification. This is not a beginner-level product but rather a performance enhancement component for enthusiasts who understand vehicle tuning and want to optimise their Element Enduro setup. If you're new to RC crawling, you'll gain maximum benefit from this upgrade once you've developed familiarity with your vehicle's baseline performance and handling characteristics.
- Will this diff cover fit my existing Element Enduro without modification? — Yes, the Fastrax Element Enduro Brass Diff Cover is engineered for direct, modification-free installation on all compatible Element Enduro models listed in the product specification. Precision machining ensures perfect fitment and integration with your existing vehicle without requiring any adaptation or alteration to either the cover or your chassis.
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 ELEMENT ENDURO BRASS DIFF COVER 48GRAMS FTEL013BRB 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
- Product code: FTEL013BRB
- Product type: Element Enduro Brass Diff Cover
- Weight: 48 grams
- Material: Brass
- Compatible models: Element RC Enduro Ecto Trail Truck RTR Black (EL40122), Element RC Enduro Ecto Trail Truck RTR Grey with Portal Axles (EL40130), Element RC Enduro Ecto Trail Truck RTR Green (EL40117), Element RC Enduro Ecto Trail Truck Zuul Tan RTR (EL40124), Element RC Enduro Sendero HD Titanium RTR (EL40120), Element RC Enduro Trailwalker RTR Black (EL40119), Element RC Enduro Sendero HD RTR Black (EL40123), Element RC Enduro Zuul IFS2 Trail Truck RTR Blue (EL40127)
- EAN: 5056135728765
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