Overview
The FTX Nylon Nut M4 (6pc) - Black is an essential spare part for RC enthusiasts and hobbyists across the UK who need reliable fastening solutions for their radio controlled models. These precision-engineered nylon nuts are designed specifically for use with M4 threads and offer the durability and consistency that RC car UK builders and maintenance professionals depend on. Whether you're restoring a damaged model, building a custom RC setup, or maintaining your existing fleet of RC vehicles, having a stock of quality nylon nuts ensures you can keep your machines running smoothly without interruption.
Nylon nuts are a critical component in RC car construction and repair, offering superior performance compared to standard metal nuts in many applications. The black finish provides a professional appearance that complements most RC models, from budget-friendly entry-level vehicles to high-performance competition machines. These nuts are compatible across a wide range of FTX models including the popular Outback series, Mini Outback range, Carnage, Banzai, Bugsta, and many other scale crawlers and rock crawlers. For anyone serious about maintaining their ready to run RC setup or custom-built machine, having quality spare fasteners on hand is essential for continuous enjoyment of the hobby.
RC Model Shop stocks genuine FTX spare parts and fasteners, ensuring you receive authentic components that meet manufacturer specifications. This six-piece pack provides excellent value and means you'll have spares available whenever you need them for repairs, upgrades, or new builds across your RC collection.
Key Features
- M4 Thread Size — These nylon nuts are specifically sized for M4 threaded bolts and studs, providing a precise fit that prevents stripping and ensures secure fastening in critical areas of your RC model where plastic components or precision engineering are involved.
- Nylon Construction — The nylon material offers superior properties compared to traditional metal nuts in many RC applications, including the ability to grip fasteners securely without over-tightening, resistance to corrosion from moisture and dirt exposure, and improved vibration damping characteristics that help keep assemblies tight during intense off-road driving or rock crawling.
- Six-Piece Pack — This convenient multi-pack ensures you have multiple spares available for your current repairs and maintenance needs, plus extras for future projects, spare parts kits, or sharing with fellow RC enthusiasts in the community.
- Black Finish — The professional black colour matches the aesthetic of most modern RC vehicles and components, providing a clean, finished appearance whether visible on the model or hidden within mechanical assemblies.
- Genuine FTX Component — As an authentic FTX spare part, these nuts are engineered to exact specifications and tested for quality, ensuring compatibility with your FTX RC model and long-lasting reliable performance.
- Universal Compatibility — These M4 nylon nuts are compatible with numerous FTX models and can be used across different vehicle types and scales wherever M4 fastening is required, making them a versatile addition to any RC toolkit.
Technical Performance
The FTX Nylon Nut M4 represents precision engineering in small-scale fastening solutions. The M4 specification means these nuts are sized to fit M4 threaded bolts and studs precisely, creating a secure mechanical connection without the risk of stripping that can occur with oversized or undersized fasteners. Nylon nuts provide several performance advantages in RC applications compared to standard steel or aluminium alternatives. The material's inherent flexibility allows it to create a locking action without requiring secondary locking mechanisms, meaning nuts stay tight during operation even under the vibration and impact forces experienced during intense RC driving scenarios. The black nylon construction resists corrosion from water exposure, mud splash, and salt environments, making these nuts particularly valuable for off-road RC cars, crawlers, and vehicles that regularly tackle challenging terrain. Unlike metal nuts that can damage surrounding plastic components or create galvanic corrosion when combined with different metals, nylon nuts provide electrical isolation and won't harm painted finishes or delicate plastic parts. The material is lightweight, maintaining the precision weight distribution important in scale RC vehicles, whilst offering sufficient strength for the loads typically experienced in 1/10 scale, 1/8 scale, and larger RC applications. Each pack contains six nuts, providing multiple options for repairs, complete assemblies, or maintaining a healthy spare parts inventory.
What's in the Box
- FTX Nylon Nut M4 (6pc) - Black
Frequently Asked Questions
- What size RC models are M4 nylon nuts suitable for? — M4 nylon nuts are commonly used across a wide range of FTX scale models including 1/10 scale crawlers, rock crawlers, and off-road vehicles. They are also compatible with many other RC vehicle scales and brands wherever M4 threaded fastening is specified in the design.
- Why choose nylon nuts over traditional metal nuts for my RC car? — Nylon nuts offer several advantages for RC applications including superior vibration damping that keeps fasteners tight during driving, natural locking action without requiring additional hardware, resistance to corrosion from moisture and dirt exposure, and the ability to be used without damaging delicate plastic components or painted surfaces that are common on modern RC models.
- Are these nylon nuts suitable for suspension components and drivetrain assemblies? — Yes, nylon nuts are widely used throughout RC vehicles for securing components in suspension systems, drivetrain assemblies, body mounts, electronics plates, and numerous other applications where their corrosion resistance and vibration-damping properties provide performance benefits.
- How many nuts come in this pack? — This pack contains six individual M4 nylon nuts in black, providing multiple spares for repairs, complete component assemblies, or maintaining a stock of fasteners in your RC toolkit for whenever you need replacements during maintenance or building projects.
- Will these M4 nuts work with FTX Outback and Mini Outback models? — Yes, M4 nylon nuts are compatible with the FTX Outback series, Mini Outback range, and many other FTX model platforms. Check your specific model's documentation or assembly guide to confirm the fastener specifications for particular assemblies you're working on.
- Are these genuine FTX spare parts? — Yes, these are authentic FTX-branded spare parts manufactured to official specifications and sold through authorised RC retailers like RC Model Shop, ensuring genuine quality and compatibility with your FTX models.
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 NYLON NUT M4 (6PC) - BLACK FTX-N004BK 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.
- Product Type: Nylon Nut
- Thread Size: M4
- Material: Nylon
- Colour: Black
- Quantity per Pack: 6 pieces
- Manufacturer: FTX
- Model Number: FTX-N004BK
- Compatible with: FTX Outback series, Mini Outback series, Carnage series, Banzai series, Bugsta, and numerous other FTX RC models
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- 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.
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- 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.
