Overview
The FTX Ravine Aluminium Capped Oil Filled Shocks represent a premium suspension upgrade for your RC crawler or buggy. These high-quality shock absorbers are engineered to deliver superior damping control and consistent performance across a variety of terrain types. Whether you're tackling rocky obstacles, muddy trails, or smooth tarmac, these aluminium-capped shocks provide the reliability and tuning flexibility that serious RC enthusiasts demand. This is an ideal upgrade for anyone looking to enhance their FTX Ravine 1/10 scale RTR rock buggy crawler with suspension components that offer better durability and performance than standard equipment.
Designed with precision engineering and premium materials, the FTX Ravine Aluminium Capped Oil Filled Shocks deliver predictable handling characteristics that competitive RC drivers and weekend bashers alike will appreciate. The oil-filled design ensures smooth operation and helps dissipate heat generated during extended driving sessions, maintaining consistent damping performance throughout your run. These shocks are an essential component for anyone serious about maximising their RC car's potential on the track, in competition, or during casual outdoor adventures across the UK RC scene.
Available as a pair, these shocks are ready to install and offer excellent value for money. As a recognised spare part within the FTX ecosystem, they maintain compatibility with the existing Ravine chassis architecture whilst allowing drivers to fine-tune their suspension setup for optimal performance. RC enthusiasts looking to upgrade their ready to run RC vehicles with performance suspension components will find these shocks deliver noticeable improvements in handling stability and ride quality.
Key Features
- Aluminium Capped Design — The precision-machined aluminium caps provide structural strength and durability whilst reducing overall weight compared to fully plastic alternatives, resulting in improved suspension response and handling characteristics that serious RC drivers will immediately notice.
- Oil Filled Construction — The shock bodies are filled with high-grade suspension oil that provides consistent damping control across a wide range of driving speeds and terrain conditions, helping to absorb impacts smoothly and maintain predictable vehicle behaviour in challenging conditions.
- Pair Included — This package contains two complete shock absorbers, providing a matched set that ensures balanced suspension geometry and consistent performance across both axles of your RC vehicle.
- FTX Ravine Compatibility — These shocks are specifically engineered to fit the FTX Ravine 1/10 RTR M.O.A. Rock Buggy Crawler, ensuring perfect fitment and optimal performance with this popular platform without requiring modification or adaptation.
- Easy Installation — As direct replacement components, these shocks install straightforwardly using standard tools and procedures, making them accessible to RC enthusiasts of all skill levels looking to upgrade their suspension system.
- Performance Tuning Potential — The oil-filled design allows experienced drivers to adjust damping characteristics by changing suspension fluid viscosity, enabling fine-tuning of handling balance and ride height to suit different driving styles and terrain conditions.
- Reliable Construction — Built to FTX's quality standards with precision engineering, these shocks deliver dependable performance through countless driving hours, whether you're competing in organised RC events or enjoying casual bashing sessions across varied terrain.
Technical Performance
The FTX Ravine Aluminium Capped Oil Filled Shocks exemplify modern suspension design principles applied to 1/10 scale RC vehicles. The combination of precision-machined aluminium caps with fully oil-filled shock bodies creates a suspension component that balances weight savings with structural rigidity. The aluminium capping provides essential strength to withstand the repeated compression and extension cycles that RC crawlers and buggies experience during normal operation, whilst the internal oil reservoir ensures smooth, consistent damping across the full range of suspension travel. This engineering approach is particularly valuable for UK RC enthusiasts who frequently drive on unpredictable natural terrain where suspension reliability directly impacts vehicle performance and durability. The oil-filled design helps dissipate the heat generated by rapid suspension movement during aggressive driving or extended sessions, which is critical for maintaining predictable damping behaviour in challenging driving conditions. These shocks work optimally when paired with the FTX Ravine 1/10 RTR M.O.A. Rock Buggy Crawler chassis, where they complement the vehicle's crawling geometry and ground clearance characteristics to deliver superior obstacle negotiation and trail performance.
What's in the Box
- Two oil-filled shock absorbers with aluminium caps
- Complete ready to install as a pair
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are these shocks compatible with my FTX Ravine RC crawler? — Yes, these aluminium capped oil filled shocks are specifically designed for the FTX Ravine 1/10 RTR M.O.A. Rock Buggy Crawler (model FTX5574). They are direct replacement components that install without modification and integrate seamlessly with your existing chassis and suspension geometry.
- What makes oil filled shocks better than standard shock absorbers? — Oil-filled shocks provide superior damping consistency because the hydraulic fluid inside absorbs energy more smoothly and predictably than air-only designs. This results in better handling control, more consistent performance across varying speeds and terrain types, and improved heat dissipation during extended driving sessions.
- Can I adjust the damping on these shocks? — Yes, one of the advantages of oil-filled shocks is that experienced RC enthusiasts can tune the damping characteristics by adjusting the viscosity of the suspension oil. This allows fine-tuning of your vehicle's handling balance and ride height to match your driving style and the specific terrain conditions you encounter.
- Do I need any special tools to install these shocks? — Installation is straightforward and requires only standard tools typically found in most RC enthusiast toolkits. The shocks replace existing shock absorbers using the same mounting points, making installation accessible to RC drivers of all experience levels.
- Will these shocks improve my RC crawler's performance? — Yes, upgrading to quality aluminium capped oil-filled shocks typically results in noticeably smoother suspension action, more predictable handling characteristics, and improved obstacle negotiation ability. Many UK RC enthusiasts report improved confidence and control when climbing rocks or navigating technical terrain after upgrading their suspension components.
- Are these genuine FTX parts? — Yes, these are authentic FTX suspension components manufactured to the brand's quality standards. Purchasing from authorised retailers ensures you receive genuine parts with full compatibility and the performance characteristics FTX engineered into these components.
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 RAVINE ALUMINIUM CAPPED OIL FILLED SHOCKS (PR) FTX8946 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: FTX8946
- Product Type: Suspension Shocks
- Quantity: Pair (2 shocks)
- Shock Type: Oil Filled
- Cap Material: Aluminium
- Compatible Vehicle: FTX Ravine 1/10 RTR M.O.A. Rock Buggy Crawler (FTX5574)
- Scale: 1/10
- EAN Code: 5056135716397
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