Element RC Trailwalker Bumper EL42146 Complete Body Upgrade Kit

Overview

The Element RC Trailwalker Bumper EL42146 is an essential upgrade and replacement part for owners of Element RC's Trailwalker and Enduro trail crawlers. Whether you're a serious RC enthusiast looking to customise your ready to run RC crawler, or someone who needs to replace worn or damaged body components, this comprehensive bumper and body accessory kit delivers everything required to refresh and enhance your vehicle's appearance and functionality. Element RC has built a strong reputation in the UK RC hobby market for producing high-quality trail trucks and crawlers that combine impressive off-road capability with realistic scale detailing, and this parts kit continues that commitment to quality and attention to detail.

This bumper kit is specifically designed for the Element RC Enduro range, which includes the popular Ecto Trail Truck and Sendero HD models in multiple colour variants. The kit provides a complete front bumper assembly along with an impressive array of body-mounted accessories including light bars, camera mounts, antenna mounts and protective D-rings, giving your RC trail truck that authentic, adventure-ready appearance. Whether you're building a display-quality scale model or preparing your crawler for serious trail bashing, this kit transforms the look and functionality of your vehicle whilst maintaining the perfect compatibility with your existing chassis.

RC enthusiasts throughout the UK know that investing in quality spares and upgrades is crucial for keeping their RC cars performing at their best and looking their finest. The Element RC Trailwalker Bumper kit represents excellent value for money and is stocked by RC Model Shop, your trusted authorised retailer for genuine Element RC parts and accessories.

Key Features

• Complete front bumper assembly — The kit includes one high-quality CR10 Trail Walker front bumper that provides excellent protection for the chassis whilst maintaining the authentic scale appearance of modern adventure vehicles. This bumper is engineered to absorb impacts during aggressive trail driving and off-road bashing.
• Dual front bumper mounts — Two CR10 Trail Walker bumper front mounts are supplied, providing secure and robust attachment to your chassis and allowing for reliable assembly with minimal flex or movement during driving. The dual-mount design ensures even weight distribution and reduces stress on the bumper assembly.
• Plastic fairlead — One CR10 Trail Walker plastic fairlead is included, which guides and protects your winch rope or recovery line, ensuring smooth operation and preventing snagging or fouling during recovery scenarios. This is a crucial component for scale realism and practical winch functionality.
• Complete light bar system — The kit features one light bar hoop, one left light bar and one right light bar, plus one light bar backing plate hoop, creating an authentic multi-light roof-mounted lighting array that significantly enhances the scale appearance of your trail crawler. The light bars give your RC crawler that serious expedition-ready look.
• Multiple camera mounts — Three CR10 Trail Walker body camera mounts are supplied, allowing you to position action cameras, FPV cameras or dummy cameras in different locations on your vehicle. This flexibility means you can customise your build to match your specific vision, whether for scale realism or functional onboard recording.
• Antenna mount options — The kit provides both a horizontal and vertical antenna mount, giving you the flexibility to position your receiver antenna according to your preferred orientation and signal strength requirements. This flexibility ensures optimal radio reception regardless of your antenna positioning preference.
• Protective D-ring accessories — Two moulded D-ring components are included, which serve both aesthetic and functional purposes, providing authentic-looking recovery attachment points and adding to the rugged scale appearance of your vehicle. These reinforced rings can support genuine recovery operations during trail driving.
• Complete hardware package — The kit includes all necessary stainless steel fasteners: two M3x0.5x8mm button head cap screws, four M3x0.5x10mm button head cap screws, two M3x0.5x12mm black button head cap screws, and two M2.5x0.45x16mm black socket head cap screws. This comprehensive hardware selection ensures you have exactly the right fasteners for every component in the kit.

Technical Performance

The Element RC Trailwalker Bumper kit is engineered from durable plastic materials designed to withstand the rigours of trail driving and off-road bashing whilst maintaining lightweight construction. The front bumper assembly offers genuine impact protection whilst the comprehensive body accessories transform your crawler's appearance into a realistic, adventure-ready machine. The moulded plastic construction of all body components ensures longevity and excellent paint-to-plastic adhesion if you choose to paint your bumper and accessories. The light bar system, camera mounts and antenna brackets are all designed with mounting integrity in mind, using substantial plastic construction that won't crack or break under normal trail driving conditions. The stainless steel fasteners supplied in the kit offer superior corrosion resistance compared to standard steel, which is particularly important for UK RC enthusiasts whose vehicles may encounter wet, muddy or salty driving conditions. The engineering reflects Element RC's commitment to producing parts that perform as well as they look, with every component designed to integrate seamlessly with the CR10 Trail Walker chassis platform.

What's in the Box

• 1x CR10 Trail Walker Bumper, Front
• 2x CR10 Trail Walker Bumper, Front Mount
• 1x CR10 Trail Walker, Plastic Fairlead
• 1x CR10 Trail Walker Body, Light Bar Hoop
• 1x CR10 Trail Walker Body, Left Light Bar
• 1x CR10 Trail Walker Body, Right Light Bar
• 3x CR10 Trail Walker Body, Cameras
• 1x CR10 Trail Walker Body, Horizontal Antenna Mount
• 1x CR10 Trail Walker Body, Vertical Antenna Mount
• 2x CR10 Trail Walker Body, Molded D-Ring
• 4x CR10 Trail Walker Body, Light Bar & Backing Plate
• 2x M3x0.5x8mm BHCS (Button Head Cap Screw)
• 4x M3x0.5x10mm BHCS (Button Head Cap Screw)
• 2x M3x0.5x12mm BHCS (Button Head Cap Screw, Black)
• 2x M2.5x0.45x16mm SHCS (Socket Head Cap Screw, Black)

Compatibility

• Element RC Enduro Ecto Trail Truck RTR — Green (EL40117)
• Element RC Enduro Trail Truck — Zuul Tan RTR (EL40124)
• Element RC Enduro Ecto Trail Truck RTR — Black (EL40122)
• Element RC Enduro Ecto Trail Truck RTR — Grey with Portal Axles (EL40130)
• Element RC Enduro Sendero HD Titanium RTR (EL40120)
• Element RC Enduro Trailwalker RTR — Black (EL40119)
• Element RC Enduro Trail Truck — Sendero HD RTR — Black (EL40123)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which Element RC models is this bumper kit compatible with? — The Element RC Trailwalker Bumper EL42146 is specifically designed for the Element RC Enduro range of trail crawlers and RTR trucks. This includes the Ecto Trail Truck in various colour options (green, black and grey), the Zuul Tan Trail Truck, the Sendero HD models in both standard and titanium finishes, and the Trailwalker RTR. The kit will also fit other CR10 Trail Walker platform vehicles within the Element RC range, though you should verify compatibility with your specific model before ordering.
• What is included in this bumper kit? — This comprehensive kit includes a complete front bumper assembly with mounting brackets, a plastic fairlead for winch rope management, a complete light bar system comprising left and right light bars with backing plates and hoop support, three camera mounts for flexible positioning of action or FPV cameras, both horizontal and vertical antenna mounting brackets, two moulded D-ring recovery points, and a complete selection of stainless steel fasteners in various sizes. It truly is a complete body upgrade solution.
• Can I paint the bumper and body accessories? — Yes, the plastic construction of all components in this kit is designed to accept paint and decals excellently. Before painting, you should thoroughly clean all parts with warm soapy water and allow them to dry completely. Using plastic-specific primers and paints will give you the best results and longest-lasting finish. The plastic material has good paint adhesion properties, so your custom paint scheme will remain vibrant even after aggressive trail driving.
• Is this suitable for beginners? — This is a parts and accessories kit rather than a complete RC vehicle, so it's designed for existing Element RC Enduro owners or those upgrading from another model. Installation requires basic mechanical knowledge and hand tools such as screwdrivers and hex keys, making it accessible to intermediate RC enthusiasts. Absolute beginners would be better starting with a complete ready to run RC truck from Element RC, after which this kit would be an excellent upgrade choice.
• Do I need any tools to install this bumper kit? — You'll need basic RC hobby tools including hex key wrenches (for the socket head cap screws), a small Phillips head screwdriver (for any existing body clips), and a screw driver compatible with button head cap screws. A hobby knife may be useful for any final fitting adjustments. These are standard tools found in most RC enthusiast toolkits in the UK.
• Will this bumper offer genuine protection for my chassis? — The CR10 Trail Walker bumper assembly is engineered to absorb impacts and provide genuine structural protection for your chassis during trail driving and off-road bashing. The plastic construction flexes slightly on impact, which helps dissipate energy, whilst the dual mounting system keeps the bumper rigidly attached. Whilst no bumper will protect against every conceivable impact scenario, this design offers excellent real-world protection for trail driving and adventure-style RC crawling.
• Can I use the camera mounts for actual cameras or just display purposes? — The three camera mounts supplied are designed to accommodate actual action cameras and FPV cameras, so you can mount genuine recording devices if you wish. This allows you to capture onboard footage of your trail driving adventures. Alternatively, many UK RC enthusiasts also use dummy camera replicas for authentic scale appearance without the weight and complexity of actual electronics.

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 Element RC, Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. 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 ELEMENT RC TRAILWALKER BUMPER EL42146 today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction.