Overview
The FTX Flat Head Hex 6pcs M3*12 (FTX6537) is an essential spare parts pack designed for RC enthusiasts maintaining and upgrading their FTX remote control vehicles. These precision-engineered fasteners are critical components in the assembly and maintenance of numerous FTX RC car models, from drift cars to rock crawlers and everything in between. Whether you're a dedicated RC hobbyist in the UK looking to keep your model in peak condition, or someone building a new RC vehicle from scratch, having the correct replacement screws on hand is vital for ensuring your RC car UK setup remains reliable and performs at its best.
These countersunk flat head hex screws are manufactured to exact specifications, making them the perfect choice for anyone who demands quality and compatibility from their RC spare parts. FTX is recognised as a leading brand in the RC hobby industry, and their commitment to producing high-quality components means you can trust these fasteners to perform reliably in demanding conditions. Whether you're undertaking routine maintenance on your brushless RC car or making upgrades to your electric RC vehicle, the FTX Flat Head Hex 6pcs M3*12 offers the precision fit and durability you need.
This pack comes ready to use and represents excellent value for money, offering genuine OEM-quality replacement parts that are compatible with a wide range of FTX models including the FTX Banzai, FTX Vantage, FTX Carnage NT, FTX Zorro Trophy Truck and many other popular ready to run RC vehicles. Stock these essential spares in your workshop and ensure you're never caught without the right fasteners when you need them.
Key Features
- M3 Metric Thread Size — These fasteners conform to M3 metric specifications, ensuring precise compatibility with designated mounting points across the FTX range of RC cars, trucks and buggies, eliminating guesswork when sourcing replacement parts for your ready to run RC model.
- 12mm Length — The 12mm length provides optimal fastening depth for the critical assemblies found in FTX vehicles, offering secure clamping without the risk of over-tightening or stripping threads on smaller component assemblies.
- Countersunk Flat Head Design — The countersunk head sits flush with the mounting surface when properly installed, maintaining the sleek appearance of your RC car UK and preventing the fastener from catching on other components during operation or maintenance work.
- Flat Hex Driver Type — The flat head hex socket accepts standard hex key (Allen key) tools, making installation and removal straightforward and reliable without the need for specialist equipment or tools in your RC workshop.
- Black Finish — The black finish provides corrosion resistance and durability across a range of environmental conditions, ensuring these fasteners maintain their integrity during both indoor track sessions and outdoor bashing with your electric RC vehicle.
- Machine Thread Construction — Precision machine threads ensure consistent grip and reliable fastening performance, critical for maintaining structural integrity in high-vibration environments typical of RC car operation and competition racing.
- Six-Piece Pack — This pack includes six complete fasteners, providing adequate spares for maintenance, repair or upgrades across multiple assembly points, with extras available for replacement of damaged fasteners during regular use.
- OEM FTX Quality — As genuine FTX spare parts, these fasteners are manufactured to the exact standards required by FTX vehicles, ensuring perfect fit and compatibility without the compromise of third-party alternatives.
Technical Performance
The FTX Flat Head Hex 6pcs M3*12 represents precision engineering at the component level, critical for maintaining the structural integrity of RC vehicles that must withstand the stresses of acceleration, deceleration, cornering and impact during both casual bashing and competitive racing. The M3 metric thread size is specifically chosen for FTX vehicle designs, providing optimal load distribution across the small but critical fastening points found throughout brushless RC cars, nitro-powered vehicles and electric rock crawlers. The 12mm length offers the perfect balance between penetration depth and component thickness in FTX assemblies, ensuring secure fastening without thread stripping or fastener pull-out during aggressive driving conditions. The countersunk flat head design allows these fasteners to sit flush with mounting surfaces, maintaining the aerodynamic profile of your ready to run RC model whilst preventing snagging on surrounding components. Machine thread construction provides consistent grip and reliable performance across multiple assembly and disassembly cycles, critical for frequent maintenance and tuning of high-performance RC cars. The black finish offers enhanced corrosion resistance compared to raw steel, extending fastener life even when exposed to moisture from outdoor RC bashing sessions. These fasteners are manufactured to the exacting standards you'd expect from OEM FTX components, ensuring reliability whether your RC vehicle is a precision drift car, an off-road buggy, a rock crawling crawler, or any other model in the extensive FTX range.
What's in the Box
- FTX Flat Head Hex Screws M3*12 — 6 pieces
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which FTX RC cars are compatible with the FTX Flat Head Hex 6pcs M3*12? — These fasteners are compatible with numerous FTX models including the FTX Banzai 1/10th Scale 4WD RTR RC Car, FTX Vantage 2.0 1/10 Brushless Buggy 4WD RTR, FTX Carnage NT 1/10th RTR 4WD Nitro Truck, FTX Zorro Trophy Truck Brushless RTR and many other FTX ready to run vehicles across their product range. Check your vehicle's manual or parts diagram to confirm these fasteners are suitable for your specific model.
- Why do I need spare M3*12 hex fasteners for my RC car UK? — Fasteners are often the first components to wear or become lost during RC operation, particularly in high-vibration environments like off-road bashing or competitive racing. Having genuine OEM FTX replacement fasteners available ensures you can perform quick repairs and maintenance without waiting for delivery, keeping your brushless RC vehicle or nitro RC car in perfect working condition.
- Are these fasteners easy to install on my FTX vehicle? — Yes, these fasteners feature a flat hex socket design that accepts standard hex keys (Allen keys), making installation straightforward with common workshop tools. The countersunk head design means they sit flush with mounting surfaces once properly tightened, and the machine thread construction provides consistent grip across multiple installation cycles.
- What is the difference between these flat head hex fasteners and other screw types? — The countersunk flat head design allows fasteners to sit flush with the component surface, maintaining the profile of your RC car and preventing snagging. The hex socket drive offers superior torque transfer compared to other drive types, reducing the risk of stripping. The M3*12 specification is precisely matched to FTX vehicle requirements, ensuring perfect compatibility without gaps or over-tightening.
- Can I use these fasteners on multiple FTX models? — Yes, the M3*12 specification is used across numerous FTX ready to run RC cars and buggies, making this pack a versatile addition to your RC workshop. Having these spares available allows you to maintain multiple FTX vehicles from a single purchase, offering excellent value for dedicated RC hobbyists.
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 FLAT HEAD HEX 6PCSM3*12 FTX6537 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: FTX6537
- Product Type: Flat Head Hex Fasteners
- Thread Size: M3
- Length: 12mm
- Head Type: Countersunk Flat Head
- Driver Type: Flat Hex Socket
- Thread Type: Machine Thread
- Colour: Black
- Quantity: 6 pieces
- EAN: 5055323945953
- Compatible Models: FTX Banzai 1/10th Scale 4WD RTR, FTX Vantage 2.0 1/10 Brushless Buggy 4WD RTR, FTX Carnage NT 1/10th RTR 4WD Nitro Truck, FTX Zorro Trophy Truck Brushless RTR, FTX 1/10 Touring/Drift Car Roller Chassis and other FTX models
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