Overview
The FTX Vantage/Carnage/Outlaw/Banzai 3kg/cm Waterproof Steering Servo (FTX6559W) is a professional-grade replacement servo designed specifically for RC enthusiasts who demand reliability and performance from their RC car setups. Whether you're running an FTX Vantage 2.0 brushed buggy, a Carnage 2.0 truck, an Outlaw Ultra-4 buggy, or a Banzai drift car, this servo delivers the precision steering control required for competitive racing and weekend bashing alike. As a dedicated RC hobbyist in the UK, you'll appreciate that this servo combines robust construction with waterproof protection, making it ideal for outdoor tracks, water crossings, and challenging terrain where standard servos might fail.
This is a high-quality analog servo built to FTX's exacting standards, ensuring compatibility across multiple FTX vehicle platforms. The waterproof design is particularly valuable for UK RC enthusiasts who frequently encounter wet conditions, muddy tracks, and unpredictable weather. Whether you're upgrading your ready-to-run RC car or building a custom setup, the FTX6559W offers excellent value and dependable performance that keeps your steering responsive and accurate lap after lap.
The servo is an essential component for anyone serious about their RC car hobby in the UK. From beginners discovering the world of RC for the first time to experienced competitors pushing their vehicles to the limit, having a reliable steering servo is fundamental to enjoying the sport. This FTX waterproof servo represents genuine quality from a trusted manufacturer, backed by years of RC development expertise.
Key Features
- 3kg/cm Torque Output — With a torque rating of 3 to 5.9kg/cm at 6V operation, this servo delivers sufficient force to manage steering inputs reliably across the Vantage, Carnage, Outlaw, and Banzai platforms, ensuring responsive and accurate directional control even during aggressive cornering and rapid direction changes.
- Waterproof Design — The complete waterproof construction protects the servo's internal electronics from moisture, mud, and water ingress, making it suitable for wet weather driving, water crossing challenges, and muddy track conditions that are common in UK RC racing environments.
- Analog Servo Operation — Operating as an analog servo, this unit offers smooth, predictable steering response with simple integration into standard RC systems, requiring no complex calibration or programming for immediate use in your RC car.
- Standard Size Form Factor — The servo's standard size ensures it fits seamlessly into the steering mechanisms of FTX vehicles without modification, making replacement and upgrades straightforward and hassle-free.
- Plastic Geared Construction — The durable plastic gear train balances weight savings with sufficient strength for the demands of competitive RC driving, whilst remaining cost-effective for replacement and maintenance.
- 25-Tooth Servo Horn — The standard 25t servo horn provides optimal mechanical advantage for steering linkages, delivering the right balance between steering speed and control sensitivity for FTX vehicle platforms.
- Compatible with Multiple FTX Models — This servo is specifically engineered to work with the FTX Banzai, Bugsta, Carnage 2.0, Vantage 2.0, Outlaw, and Zorro platforms, making it an excellent replacement part or upgrade component for owners of these vehicles.
Technical Performance
The FTX6559W steering servo represents solid engineering that prioritises reliability and consistency across a range of RC driving scenarios. Operating at 6V, it produces between 3 and 5.9kg/cm of torque, providing sufficient force for precise steering control without excessive power consumption that would drain your battery rapidly. The servo's analog operation means it integrates seamlessly with standard RC radio systems without requiring advanced programming or calibration, making it ideal for drivers who want a straightforward, dependable solution rather than complex digital alternatives. The waterproof rating is particularly noteworthy for UK RC enthusiasts, as British weather and typical RC track conditions frequently involve water, mud, and moisture exposure that would compromise standard servos. The plastic gear construction keeps weight low whilst maintaining adequate durability for recreational and competitive driving. The 25-tooth servo horn is a standard fitment across FTX platforms, ensuring mechanical compatibility and proper steering geometry. Whether you're running a brushed buggy like the Vantage 2.0, a truck platform like the Carnage 2.0, or an extreme vehicle like the Outlaw, this servo delivers consistent performance. The combination of waterproofing, adequate torque, and proven compatibility makes this an excellent choice for anyone looking to replace an aging servo or upgrade a stock steering system on their FTX RC car.
What's in the Box
- FTX6559W 3kg/cm Waterproof Steering Servo
- 25-Tooth servo horn
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the FTX6559W waterproof steering servo suitable for wet weather and muddy RC tracks? — Yes, absolutely. The servo features complete waterproof construction specifically designed to protect internal electronics from moisture, water, and mud exposure, making it ideal for UK RC racing where wet conditions and water crossings are common.
- Which FTX RC car models is this servo compatible with? — This servo is designed for the FTX Banzai 1/10 4WD street drift car, FTX Bugsta 4WD buggy, FTX Carnage 2.0 brushed truck, FTX Vantage 2.0 buggy, FTX Outlaw 1/10 Ultra-4 buggy, and FTX Zorro trophy truck platforms, making it an excellent replacement or upgrade part for these vehicles.
- What is the torque rating of this servo? — The FTX6559W produces 3 to 5.9kg/cm of torque at 6V operation, providing sufficient force for responsive steering control across various driving conditions and driving styles.
- Is this an analog or digital servo? — This is an analog servo, meaning it operates using traditional pulse-width modulation without complex digital programming, making it straightforward to install and use with standard RC radio systems.
- What servo horn fitment does this servo use? — The servo comes equipped with a 25-tooth servo horn, which is the standard fitment for FTX platforms and provides optimal mechanical advantage for steering linkages.
- Can I use this servo as a replacement in my existing FTX RC car? — Yes, this servo is designed as a direct replacement for the steering servo in compatible FTX vehicles, making upgrades and repairs straightforward without requiring chassis modifications or linkage adjustments.
- What is the servo size? — This is a standard-size servo, meaning it fits into the standard servo bay of FTX vehicles without requiring adapters or modifications, making installation quick and simple.
- Is the plastic gear construction durable enough for competitive RC racing? — Yes. The plastic gear train in the FTX6559W is engineered to withstand the demands of recreational and competitive RC driving whilst maintaining cost-effectiveness for eventual replacement and maintenance.
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 VANTAGE / CARNAGE / OUTLAW / BANZAI 3KG/CM WATERPROOF STEERING SERVO FTX6559W 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: FTX6559W
- Product Type: Waterproof Steering Servo
- Compatibility: FTX Banzai 1/10, FTX Bugsta 4WD, FTX Carnage 2.0, FTX Vantage 2.0, FTX Outlaw 1/10, FTX Zorro Trophy Truck
- Servo Type: Analog
- Torque (6V): 3 - 5.9kg/cm
- Size: Standard
- Gear Material: Plastic
- Servo Horn: 25-tooth
- Waterproofing: Waterproof
- EAN: 5055323946387
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