Overview
The TEAM ASSOCIATED RC28R Rear Pod and Axle Carrier Set (AS21627) is an essential factory spare part designed specifically for the RC28 Team Kit. Whether you're a dedicated RC car enthusiast in the UK maintaining a competition-grade buggy or simply keeping your RC28R in peak running condition, this genuine OEM component is exactly what you need when your rear assembly requires attention. This is the perfect replacement part for anyone who takes their RC hobby seriously and wants to ensure their vehicle performs at its best.
As an authorised distributor of Team Associated products, RC Model Shop stocks this genuine spare to help you minimise downtime and keep your RC28R ready for the track or the bash. This rear pod and axle carrier set is a straightforward but critical service part that maintains the structural integrity and performance of your rear suspension system. When wear and tear catches up with your RC28R, or if you've damaged your rear assembly during intense racing or off-road sessions, having this factory-correct replacement on hand means you can get back in action quickly without compromising performance.
The RC28R platform has earned respect in the RC community for its competitive capabilities and handling characteristics. To maintain those qualities, using genuine Team Associated replacement parts is essential. This rear pod and axle carrier set is the type of maintenance item that serious RC enthusiasts keep in their spares box, ensuring they're never caught without the correct part when needed.
Key Features
- Factory OEM Spare Part — This is an authentic Team Associated factory component, meaning it's engineered to the exact same specifications and tolerances as the original equipment on your RC28R, guaranteeing perfect fitment and reliable performance every single time.
- Specifically Designed for RC28R — Built exclusively for the RC28 Team Kit platform, this rear pod and axle carrier set ensures proper axle location, alignment and rear-end support that matches the original factory design precisely.
- Maintains Axle Alignment and Location — The primary function of this component is to keep your rear axle properly positioned and aligned within the chassis, which is absolutely critical for consistent handling, straight-line acceleration and predictable cornering behaviour.
- Provides Rear-End Support Structure — Beyond simple axle location, this set provides essential structural support to your rear suspension assembly, ensuring that forces generated during acceleration, braking and cornering are distributed correctly throughout the rear platform.
- Essential for Heavy Use and Maintenance — If your RC28R has seen heavy use on the track or during competitive racing sessions, or if you've encountered impacts that damaged your rear assembly, this replacement set gets you back to factory specifications immediately.
- Minimises Vehicle Downtime — Keeping this spare on hand means you can perform quick repairs without waiting for parts to arrive, which is invaluable when you have a race meeting coming up or you simply want to spend your free time driving rather than waiting.
- Genuine Team Associated Product — As an official Team Associated component, you can rely on this part's quality, durability and performance; it's not an aftermarket alternative but the real thing your RC28R deserves.
Technical Performance
The RC28R Rear Pod and Axle Carrier Set is engineered with the precision and attention to detail that Team Associated is known for throughout the RC car industry. This component serves as the mechanical backbone of your rear suspension and drivetrain mounting system. The rear pod houses critical elements of your suspension geometry and provides the mounting interface for your rear axle assembly. The axle carrier maintains proper alignment of your rear axle throughout compression, rebound and lateral movements, which directly impacts your vehicle's handling characteristics, tyre contact patch consistency and overall performance on the track. Built to OEM specifications, this set is manufactured to the same tolerances and using the same materials as original equipment, ensuring that your repaired RC28R performs identically to a brand-new machine. The engineering ensures that when you replace worn or damaged components with this genuine spare, you're restoring your vehicle to its full competitive potential. Whether you're running on loose dirt surfaces, smooth tarmac, or technical indoor track environments, the structural integrity provided by a quality rear pod and axle carrier assembly is absolutely fundamental to reliable RC performance.
What's in the Box
- TEAM ASSOCIATED RC28R Rear Pod Assembly
- TEAM ASSOCIATED RC28R Axle Carrier Set
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which RC28R models does this rear pod and axle carrier set fit? — This component is specifically designed for the RC28 Team Kit platform, ensuring perfect fitment and compatibility with all versions of that model line.
- Why should I choose the genuine Team Associated part instead of an aftermarket alternative? — Genuine OEM parts are engineered to exact factory specifications, ensuring proper fitment, durability and performance characteristics that maintain your RC28R's competitive edge, whereas aftermarket alternatives may introduce tolerances or material differences that affect handling and reliability.
- When would I need to replace my rear pod and axle carrier set? — You should consider replacement when your rear assembly shows visible wear, after significant impacts or crashes, if you notice handling changes or inconsistent rear suspension behaviour, or as part of routine maintenance if your RC28R has seen heavy competitive use.
- Is this part suitable for both racing and recreational use? — Absolutely; whether you're running competitively on a race track or bashing recreationally, this genuine spare ensures your RC28R maintains factory performance standards and reliability.
- How quickly can I get this part from RC Model Shop? — RC Model Shop maintains stock of this genuine Team Associated spare, typically shipping next day, so you can get your RC28R back in action without lengthy delays.
- Will this part improve my RC28R's performance? — This is a replacement part that restores your RC28R to its original factory condition and performance standards; if you're replacing worn or damaged components, you'll notice handling characteristics return to their proper baseline.
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 TEAM ASSOCIATED RC28R REAR POD AND AXLE CARRIER SET AS21627 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: Team Associated
- Model: RC28R Rear Pod and Axle Carrier Set
- Part Number: AS21627
- UPC: 784695216273
- Compatible Vehicle: RC28 Team Kit
- Product Type: Factory OEM Spare Part
- Product Status: Active
- Component Function: Rear axle location and support assembly
- Fitment: Standard part for RC28 platform
We want to make sure your delivery goes smoothly, so here are some important details about our service:
- For orders above £120, we offer delivery to most mainland UK addresses. For orders under £120, we can still deliver to Northern Ireland and the outlying isles, as long as the item can be sent by Royal Mail, weighs less than 30kg, and fits within 61cm × 46cm × 46cm. Some highland and remote areas may carry an extra delivery charge as couriers often apply surcharges in these locations. If you live in one of these areas, feel free to contact us before ordering so we can confirm the delivery options and costs for you.
- Most of our products include delivery in the price. If your order is under £90, a small delivery fee will apply but do not worry this will always be clearly shown at checkout before you complete your purchase.
- Depending on what you choose at checkout, your order will usually be delivered either the next working day or within 2 working days. For next day delivery please place your order before 2:00pm. Orders are dispatched Monday to Friday only. Some items may take a little longer and if that is the case we will always show the expected delivery time on the product page.
- If your order includes items with different dispatch times we will normally wait and send everything together once all items are in stock. If one of the items is going to take a while we will give you the choice either wait for everything to arrive or let us send the available items now and deliver the rest later. It is up to you.
- We use trusted delivery partners to make sure your order gets to you safely and on time. We use DPD for next working day deliveries and Royal Mail for the 2 day option.
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- If a product is marked as "Dispatched within 3 working days" delivery usually takes around 3 to 5 working days from when your order is placed.
- For customers in Inverness and other parts of the Scottish Highlands deliveries can take up to 2 working days even if you select next day delivery as couriers do not currently offer a guaranteed next day service to those areas.
