Overview
The FMS 64MM FUTURA Landing Gear Base is a precision-engineered component designed to enhance the stability and performance of your RC aircraft. This landing gear base is specifically engineered for FMS Futura models, providing a reliable foundation for safe takeoffs and landings. Whether you're an experienced RC plane enthusiast flying advanced scale models or a dedicated hobbyist maintaining your fleet, this landing gear base is an essential upgrade component that ensures your aircraft operates at peak performance. RC plane enthusiasts across the UK recognise the importance of quality landing gear systems, and this FMS component delivers the durability and precision engineering you need for consistent, reliable flight operations.
Designed with the exacting standards that FMS is renowned for, this 64mm landing gear base represents a significant upgrade opportunity for pilots looking to improve their aircraft's ground handling characteristics and overall stability. The component is manufactured to strict tolerances, ensuring perfect compatibility with FMS Futura airframes and delivering the precision fit that RC model builders demand. For those seeking to maintain, repair or upgrade their existing Futura aircraft, this landing gear base offers exceptional value and performance.
This is a genuine FMS component, part of the comprehensive parts ecosystem available for FMS aircraft models. Whether you're replacing a worn component, upgrading from an earlier version, or building a new aircraft from scratch, the 64MM FUTURA Landing Gear Base is an investment in reliability and flight safety.
Key Features
- 64mm Diameter Base — The precisely measured 64mm base diameter is specifically engineered to provide optimal weight distribution and stability characteristics for FMS Futura aircraft models, ensuring balanced ground handling during critical takeoff and landing phases.
- FMS Futura Compatibility — This landing gear base is purpose-designed for FMS Futura models, guaranteeing perfect fitment and integration with your airframe without modification or adaptation required.
- Precision Engineering — Manufactured to exacting standards with tight tolerances, this component delivers the consistent performance and reliability that serious RC aircraft builders expect from genuine FMS parts.
- Enhanced Aircraft Stability — A quality landing gear base is fundamental to aircraft stability during ground operations, helping to prevent tipping and ensuring smooth weight transfer during takeoffs and landings.
- Genuine OEM Component — As an official FMS part, this landing gear base maintains the integrity of your aircraft and ensures compatibility with all other genuine FMS components in your build.
Technical Performance
The FMS 64MM FUTURA Landing Gear Base represents the level of engineering precision that defines FMS aircraft components. At 64mm in diameter, this landing gear base provides an optimal stance width for the Futura airframe, balancing stability with aerodynamic efficiency. The component is manufactured using quality materials selected to withstand the stresses of repeated takeoffs and landings whilst remaining lightweight enough not to compromise aircraft performance. The precision engineering ensures that the base integrates seamlessly with the Futura landing gear assembly, providing consistent performance flight after flight. For RC plane pilots in the UK and beyond, having access to genuine replacement and upgrade components like this landing gear base is essential for maintaining aircraft reliability and extending the service life of your models. The base's design has been proven through extensive testing with FMS Futura aircraft, making it a trusted component for both recreational flying and more demanding flight applications.
What's in the Box
- 1x FMS 64MM FUTURA Landing Gear Base (FMSEN117)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this landing gear base suitable for beginners in RC aircraft flying? — Yes, this component is suitable for RC aircraft builders of all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner assembling your first FMS Futura or an experienced pilot maintaining an established aircraft, this landing gear base is straightforward to install. The component is a direct fit for FMS Futura models with no modifications required, making it accessible to anyone comfortable with basic model assembly techniques.
- Will this landing gear base fit my FMS aircraft model? — This landing gear base is specifically engineered for FMS Futura aircraft models. It is designed to integrate perfectly with the Futura airframe and landing gear assembly. Before purchasing, ensure you have a Futura model, as compatibility is limited to this specific aircraft type.
- What is the purpose of upgrading or replacing my landing gear base? — The landing gear base is critical for aircraft stability during ground operations and affects takeoff and landing characteristics. Upgrading to a quality component like this FMS base can improve stability, prevent tipping, and ensure smooth ground handling. If your existing base shows signs of wear, damage or deformation, replacement with this genuine FMS component will restore your aircraft's performance to factory specifications.
- How do I know if I need to replace my landing gear base? — Common indicators that replacement may be needed include visible cracks or damage, bent or twisted geometry affecting level stance, difficulty achieving balanced takeoffs and landings, or general wear from extended use. If your aircraft has suffered a hard landing or crash, inspect the landing gear base carefully for damage, as this is a high-impact area.
- Is this an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) component? — Yes, this is a genuine FMS component designed and manufactured to OEM specifications. It is not an aftermarket imitation, ensuring compatibility, quality and reliability.
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 FMS 64MM FUTURA Landing Gear Base FMSEN117 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.
- Model Number: FMSEN117
- Product Type: Landing Gear Base
- Aircraft Compatibility: FMS Futura
- Base Diameter: 64mm
- Manufacturer: FMS
- Genuine OEM Component: Yes
- Warranty Period: 90 days from date of delivery (for electronic accessories)
- Return Policy: 30-day return for new and unused products
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