Overview
The FTX Tracer Motor Heatsink is an essential cooling accessory designed specifically for the FTX Tracer 1/16 RTR Monster Truck and Truggy range. This compact heatsink is engineered to dissipate heat generated by the 390-size motor during high-performance driving sessions, ensuring your RC car UK setup maintains optimal temperature levels and delivers consistent power delivery. Whether you're enjoying weekend bashing or pushing your 1/16 scale RC truck to its limits, effective motor cooling is crucial for extending component lifespan and maintaining reliability in the field.
Motor heatsinks are a popular upgrade among RC enthusiasts who demand maximum performance from their ready to run RC vehicles. The FTX Tracer heatsink fits seamlessly with the standard motor setup found in the Tracer range, making it an ideal hop-up for anyone looking to improve thermal management without complex modifications. This straightforward cooling solution delivers real-world benefits, particularly during extended running sessions where motor temperatures can rise significantly.
RC Model Shop stocks genuine FTX Tracer accessories and hop-up parts to help you customise and upgrade your RC car. As an authorised FTX retailer, we supply authentic components that guarantee compatibility and performance with your Tracer truck or truggy.
Key Features
- 28mm Diameter Design — The heatsink features a precisely engineered 28mm diameter that matches perfectly with the FTX Tracer 390 motor, providing maximum surface area for efficient heat dissipation without adding unnecessary weight or bulk to your RC truck.
- Direct Motor Cooling — This is a dedicated motor cooling heatsink that attaches directly to your 390-size brushed motor, rapidly absorbing and dispersing the intense heat generated during acceleration, top speed runs and extended driving sessions on the track or trail.
- Enhanced Performance Reliability — By maintaining lower motor temperatures, the heatsink helps prevent thermal throttling and extends the operational life of your motor, allowing you to enjoy longer and more consistent performance from your ready to run RC monster truck or truggy.
- Lightweight Integration — The heatsink is designed to integrate seamlessly into the Tracer platform without compromising handling or adding significant weight, ensuring that the performance benefits aren't offset by increased unsprung mass.
- Easy Installation — As a standard FTX Tracer hop-up option, installation is straightforward and requires no modifications to the vehicle's core components, making it perfect for upgrading your existing truck or truggy.
Technical Performance
The FTX Tracer Motor Heatsink is manufactured to exacting standards by FTX, a recognised brand in the RC hobby. The 28mm diameter heatsink is optimised for the 390-size motor platform used throughout the FTX Tracer 1/16 RTR range, including both monster truck and truggy variants. Motor cooling is particularly important in electric RC cars and trucks where brushed motors generate substantial heat under load. The heatsink works by increasing the surface area available for heat dissipation, allowing air to flow around the motor housing more efficiently and carry away thermal energy that would otherwise degrade motor performance and longevity. This is especially valuable during competitive driving or weekend bashing sessions where consistent power delivery is essential. The engineering behind this heatsink reflects FTX's commitment to delivering dependable components that enhance the overall durability and performance of their 1/16 scale RC vehicles. Whether you're running your Tracer on grass, dirt, or concrete, the heatsink provides a passive cooling solution that requires no additional power source or complex setup.
What's in the Box
- FTX Tracer Motor Heatsink (28mm diameter)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which FTX Tracer models is this motor heatsink compatible with? — This heatsink is designed for the FTX Tracer 1/16 RTR range, including the Tracer Monster Truck models (available in orange, red and blue) and the Tracer Truggy models (available in red, orange and green). It fits any Tracer variant that uses the 390-size motor platform.
- Will adding a motor heatsink improve my RC truck's performance? — Yes, by maintaining lower motor temperatures, the heatsink helps prevent thermal throttling that can occur when motors overheat. This allows your motor to deliver consistent power throughout longer driving sessions, and it also extends motor lifespan by reducing heat-related component degradation. For regular RC car users and bashers, a heatsink is a worthwhile upgrade that delivers real performance benefits.
- Is the motor heatsink easy to fit to my Tracer? — The FTX Tracer Motor Heatsink is a standard hop-up option designed specifically for the Tracer platform, making installation straightforward. It requires no major modifications to your vehicle and fits directly onto the 390-size motor. If you're familiar with basic RC maintenance, you should be able to install this heatsink without difficulty.
- Why should I use a motor heatsink on my ready to run RC truck? — During high-speed runs, acceleration bursts and extended driving sessions, brushed motors in electric RC cars generate significant heat. A heatsink helps dissipate this heat more effectively, which improves motor efficiency, maintains consistent performance output and extends the lifespan of your motor. This is especially important if you're a keen RC enthusiast who likes to run regularly or push your truck hard.
- What is the 28mm specification? — The 28mm diameter refers to the size of the heatsink itself, which is precisely engineered to match the dimensions of the FTX Tracer 390 motor. This ensures perfect fit and maximum contact surface for optimal heat transfer.
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 TRACER MOTOR HEATSINK FTX9735 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: FTX9735
- Product Type: Motor Heatsink
- Diameter: 28mm
- Cooling Type: Motor Cooling
- Compatible Vehicles: FTX Tracer 1/16 RTR Monster Truck (Orange, Red, Blue), FTX Tracer 1/16 RTR Truggy (Red, Orange, Green)
- Motor Size: 390-size
- EAN: 5056135730577
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