FTX8866

Overview

The FTX Outback Mini Lexan Clear Body (FTX8866) is a premium replacement bodyshell designed specifically for the FTX Outback Mini rock crawler platform. This high-quality polycarbonate body brings authentic scale styling and durability to your RC crawler experience, making it an essential upgrade for enthusiasts who want to maintain their vehicle's appearance or customise their setup. Whether you're a dedicated rock crawler fan exploring challenging terrain or an RC hobbyist in the UK looking to refresh your Outback Mini's look, this clear polycarbonate shell offers exceptional value and reliability.

Crafted from genuine polycarbonate material, the FTX Outback Mini Lexan Clear Body delivers the toughness needed for demanding off-road rock crawling adventures whilst maintaining the clarity and optical quality that makes it perfect for both display and active use. The un-painted finish gives you complete creative control—you can paint and decal it to match your personal style, create a scale-realistic finish, or leave it clear for a distinctive transparent appearance. This bodyshell is compatible with the FTX Outback Mini range, making it a straightforward replacement or upgrade option for existing owners or those building their first ready-to-run RC crawler in the UK.

RC car enthusiasts appreciate the importance of quality bodywork, and this genuine FTX component ensures perfect fitment and durability that generic alternatives simply cannot match. At just £19.99, the FTX Outback Mini Lexan Clear Body represents excellent value for money in the rock crawler body market, offering genuine FTX quality without breaking the bank.

Key Features

• Genuine Polycarbonate Construction — This bodyshell is manufactured from high-quality polycarbonate material, which is the industry standard for RC car bodies because it offers exceptional impact resistance and durability whilst remaining lightweight, ensuring your crawler maintains optimal performance across rough terrain and challenging rock crawling courses.
• Crystal Clear Lexan Finish — The transparent polycarbonate gives you a completely un-painted clear bodyshell, allowing light to pass through and creating a distinctive appearance that showcases the mechanical components underneath whilst providing the option to paint and personalise the shell to your exact specifications.
• Perfect FTX Outback Mini Compatibility — This shell is purpose-built for the FTX Outback Mini platform, guaranteeing perfect fitment without modification, so you can install it quickly and confidently knowing it will work seamlessly with your existing chassis and suspension setup.
• Un-Painted and Ready for Customisation — The factory un-painted finish means you have a blank canvas to create your own unique design, whether you prefer scale-realistic paint schemes, racing colours, or clear protection coatings that maintain the transparent aesthetic.
• Lightweight Design — Polycarbonate bodywork is significantly lighter than alternatives, which helps maintain the agility and climbing ability crucial for rock crawling, ensuring your FTX Outback Mini can navigate obstacles with maximum efficiency.
• Professional Grade Quality — As an official FTX component rather than a third-party alternative, this bodyshell meets the manufacturer's exacting standards for fit, finish and performance, giving you confidence that you're investing in proven compatibility and durability.

Technical Performance

The FTX Outback Mini Lexan Clear Body is engineered from premium polycarbonate material, the proven choice for RC car bodywork across the industry. Polycarbonate offers the perfect balance of rigidity and impact resistance—it won't shatter like acrylic alternatives when your crawler encounters rocks, roots and obstacles during aggressive rock crawling sessions, yet it remains rigid enough to maintain shape during high-speed cornering or rough terrain navigation. The un-painted specification means the shell arrives in its natural transparent state, ready to be painted, sealed, or used clear. This material choice ensures longevity in the demanding world of RC rock crawling, where bodyshells must withstand repeated impacts and abrasion. The clear finish also allows visibility of internal chassis components and electronics, which many UK RC enthusiasts prefer for both aesthetic appeal and ease of troubleshooting. The shell is designed with precision engineering to fit the FTX Outback Mini platform perfectly, with mounting points that align exactly with your chassis, mounting bosses and body posts, requiring no drilling or modification. Whether you're running your Outback Mini as a weekend basher or competing in organised rock crawling events, this bodyshell delivers the durability and performance expected from genuine FTX branded components.

What's in the Box

• One FTX Outback Mini Lexan Clear polycarbonate bodyshell (un-painted)

What You Need to Complete

• FTX Outback Mini chassis (if you don't already own one)
• Body paint and decals (optional, for customisation)
• Clear protective coating or body paint primer (optional, to protect polycarbonate)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will this body fit my FTX Outback Mini rock crawler? — Yes, this shell is purpose-designed for the FTX Outback Mini platform and will fit perfectly without any modification required. It's an official FTX component engineered to exact specifications for perfect alignment with your chassis, body posts and mounting points.
• Can I paint this clear polycarbonate bodyshell? — Absolutely. The un-painted polycarbonate accepts standard RC body paint, primers and decals excellently. Many UK RC enthusiasts apply a primer first to improve paint adhesion, then add colour coats and decals to create custom scale-realistic or race-inspired finishes.
• Is polycarbonate better than other body materials for rock crawlers? — Polycarbonate is the industry standard for RC bodywork because it offers superior impact resistance compared to brittle materials like acrylic, whilst remaining lightweight. This makes it ideal for rock crawling where repeated impacts against rocks and obstacles are inevitable.
• What is the difference between this clear body and painted alternatives? — This shell arrives completely un-painted and transparent, giving you creative freedom to customise the finish yourself. Painted alternatives come pre-finished, but cost more and offer less personalization opportunity. The clear polycarbonate also allows visibility of your chassis and electronics underneath.
• Do I need any special tools to install this body? — Installation is straightforward—the shell simply mounts onto your existing FTX Outback Mini body posts and clips using standard RC body mounting hardware. No specialised tools are required beyond what you'd typically use for RC maintenance.
• Is this suitable for beginners? — Yes, absolutely. Body replacement and customisation is an excellent entry point into RC modelling, and this genuine FTX shell ensures perfect fitment so beginners won't encounter fitment problems. It's also an ideal project for learning painting and decal application skills.

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 OUTBACK MINI LEXAN CLEAR BODY FTX8866 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.