Overview
The FTX Crossbow Body Stiffening Plate Set FTX11007 is an essential upgrade for owners of the FTX Crossbow 1/10 Brushless Truggy Truck who want to enhance their vehicle's chassis rigidity and overall performance. This precision-engineered component set is designed specifically to reinforce the body structure of your RC truggy, providing improved durability and handling characteristics during aggressive driving conditions. Whether you're enjoying weekend bashing sessions at your local RC track in the UK or pushing your brushless RC truck to its limits off-road, these stiffening plates deliver tangible improvements to your model's structural integrity and longevity.
FTX is a recognised manufacturer of high-quality RC vehicles and performance upgrade components, and this body stiffening plate set represents the kind of focused engineering that serious RC enthusiasts have come to expect from the brand. By adding these reinforcement plates to your 1/10 scale truggy, you'll experience noticeably improved chassis flex control, which directly translates to better handling, more responsive steering inputs, and enhanced durability during high-impact driving. This is the type of hop-up modification that makes a real difference when you're running a brushless RC car at speed or tackling challenging terrain.
The stiffening plate set is compatible with both the FTX Crossbow in green (FTX5490GN) and blue (FTX5490BL) variants, making it a universal upgrade option for Crossbow owners regardless of colour preference. Installation is straightforward for anyone with basic RC knowledge, and the investment required is modest compared to the performance gains you'll achieve. If you own an FTX Crossbow ready to run brushless truggy and want to get more out of your RC model, this stiffening plate set is a worthwhile addition to your upgrade arsenal.
Key Features
- Precision-engineered reinforcement plates — These stiffening plates are manufactured to exacting standards by FTX and designed to reduce body flex during aggressive driving, which means your truggy will maintain better structural integrity during high-speed runs and rough terrain navigation.
- Enhanced chassis rigidity — By reinforcing the body structure, these plates significantly improve the overall stiffness of your 1/10 brushless RC truggy, resulting in more predictable handling characteristics and improved steering response that you'll notice immediately when driving.
- Improved durability under stress — The additional structural support provided by these stiffening plates helps distribute impact forces more effectively across the chassis, reducing the risk of body damage and extending the lifespan of your RC model during intense driving sessions.
- Universal compatibility with FTX Crossbow variants — These plates are engineered to fit both the FTX Crossbow 1/10 Brushless Truggy Truck RTR in green and blue, giving you a single upgrade solution regardless of which colour variant you own.
- Easy installation process — The stiffening plates are designed for straightforward installation without requiring specialised tools or extensive mechanical knowledge, making this upgrade accessible to RC enthusiasts of all skill levels.
- Cost-effective performance upgrade — At under £5, this is one of the most affordable ways to measurably improve your FTX Crossbow's performance and longevity, delivering genuine value compared to larger structural modifications.
- OEM quality assurance — As an official FTX spare part, these stiffening plates meet the manufacturer's quality standards and are engineered to work seamlessly with your Crossbow truggy's existing chassis architecture.
Technical Performance
The FTX Crossbow Body Stiffening Plate Set addresses one of the most common challenges faced by RC truggy enthusiasts: chassis flex during high-performance driving. The 1/10 scale Crossbow brushless truggy is a capable platform capable of reaching impressive speeds thanks to its brushless motor and efficient transmission system, but at these velocities and under the stresses of off-road terrain, the body structure can experience unwanted flex that compromises handling precision. These stiffening plates work by creating additional support points across the chassis structure, distributing loads more evenly and reducing the movement and twisting that occurs during cornering, jumping, and high-impact impacts. The engineering approach is simple but highly effective: by adding reinforcement in strategic locations along the body, the plates create a more rigid platform that maintains consistent geometry under the stresses of brushless RC car performance. This is particularly important when running the Crossbow at full throttle across rough terrain, where every millisecond of steering response matters. The materials and construction quality match FTX's standards for durability and performance, ensuring that these plates will maintain their structural integrity through countless bashing sessions and competitive drives. For UK RC enthusiasts operating their brushless trucks in variable conditions—from smooth tarmac to rough grass and gravel tracks—the improved chassis rigidity provided by these stiffening plates delivers noticeable benefits in handling predictability, cornering control, and overall driving confidence.
What's in the Box
- FTX Crossbow Body Stiffening Plate Set with all required reinforcement components
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will the FTX Crossbow body stiffening plate set work with both green and blue Crossbow models? — Yes, absolutely. These stiffening plates are designed to be compatible with both the FTX5490GN (green) and FTX5490BL (blue) variants of the FTX Crossbow 1/10 Brushless Truggy Truck RTR, so you can upgrade either colour without compatibility concerns.
- How difficult is it to install these stiffening plates on my brushless RC truggy? — Installation is straightforward and designed for RC enthusiasts at all levels. The plates fit into the existing chassis architecture of the Crossbow, and you won't need specialised tools or advanced mechanical knowledge to complete the upgrade. If you're comfortable performing basic RC maintenance, you'll have no trouble installing these plates.
- What performance improvements will I notice after adding these stiffening plates to my RC car? — You should notice improved handling precision, more responsive steering input, reduced body flex during cornering and acceleration, and greater overall chassis stability when running your brushless Crossbow at speed. The truggy will feel noticeably more composed during aggressive driving, particularly on rough terrain where chassis flex typically becomes problematic.
- Are these official FTX parts or aftermarket modifications? — These are official FTX spare parts manufactured by the brand itself, so you can be confident in their quality, durability, and compatibility with your Crossbow truggy. They meet FTX's engineering standards and are specifically designed for this vehicle platform.
- Why is chassis stiffening important for a brushless RC truggy like the Crossbow? — Brushless RC trucks are capable of reaching high speeds and operating in demanding conditions, which place significant stresses on the chassis structure. Reducing body flex through stiffening plates improves handling precision, steering response, and durability by distributing impact forces more effectively and maintaining consistent geometry during driving.
- Will these plates affect the weight or battery compatibility of my Crossbow? — The stiffening plates are lightweight components designed to integrate seamlessly into your truggy's existing structure without significantly affecting overall weight distribution or requiring any changes to battery compatibility or electrical systems.
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 CROSSBOW BODY STIFFENING PLATE SET FTX11007 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
- Model Number: FTX11007
- Product Type: Body Stiffening Plate Set
- Compatible Vehicles: FTX Crossbow 1/10 Brushless Truggy Truck RTR Green (FTX5490GN) and FTX Crossbow 1/10 Brushless Truggy Truck RTR Blue (FTX5490BL)
- Purpose: Chassis reinforcement and body stiffening upgrade
- Installation: Standard FTX Crossbow body mounting
- EAN Code: 5056135776674
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.
- As soon as your order is on its way we will send you a tracking number by email. If you provide your mobile number at checkout we will also send delivery updates straight to your phone so you can keep an eye on progress.
- 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.
