FTAX51BRB

Overview

The Fastrax Axial SCX24 Brass Centre Chassis Skid Plate is a premium upgrade component designed specifically for the popular Axial 1/24 SCX24 scale rock crawler platform. This precision-engineered skid plate is crafted from high-quality brass material, making it an essential addition for any serious RC enthusiast looking to enhance their crawler's performance and durability. Whether you're tackling challenging terrain in your garden, competing at a local RC club, or simply enjoying weekend bashing sessions, this skid plate provides critical protection for your chassis during aggressive driving and technical manoeuvres.

Weighing just 13.8 grams, this skid plate offers the perfect balance between protective strength and minimal weight addition, ensuring your SCX24 crawler maintains its exceptional agility and climbing ability. The Fastrax brand has earned an outstanding reputation within the UK RC hobby community for producing high-quality, reliable upgrade parts that genuinely improve vehicle performance and longevity. This particular component is engineered to fit perfectly with the Axial SCX24 platform, with full compatibility across the entire range of SCX24 variants available in the UK market.

For UK RC enthusiasts seeking to upgrade their ready to run RC crawler with quality aftermarket parts, the Fastrax brass centre chassis skid plate represents an intelligent investment in protection and performance enhancement. It's particularly popular among experienced rock crawler pilots and those who want to ensure their expensive RC vehicle investment is properly protected during intense off-road sessions.

Key Features

• Premium Brass Construction — Manufactured from high-quality brass material, this skid plate delivers superior durability and impact resistance compared to plastic alternatives, ensuring your chassis remains protected during rocky terrain navigation and challenging climbing exercises.
• Lightweight Design at 13.8g — Despite its robust construction, the skid plate weighs only 13.8 grams, which means it adds minimal extra weight to your SCX24 crawler, preserving the vehicle's exceptional power-to-weight ratio and maintaining excellent climbing performance on technical terrain.
• Centre Chassis Protection — Positioned to protect the critical centre chassis area, this component shields the most vulnerable section of your vehicle from rocks, obstacles and harsh impacts, extending the lifespan of your chassis and reducing maintenance requirements.
• Precise Axial SCX24 Compatibility — Engineered specifically for the Axial 1/24 SCX24 rock crawler platform, this skid plate fits perfectly with zero modification required, ensuring seamless integration with your existing setup whether you're running a Jeep Wrangler JLU, Chevrolet C10 truck, Lexus GX 470, Ford Bronco, Toyota 4Runner, Dodge Power Wagon or Jeep Gladiator variant.
• Recognised Quality Brand — Fastrax is an established name in the RC aftermarket parts industry, trusted by UK hobbyists and recognised for delivering genuine upgrades that make a real difference to vehicle protection and performance.
• Direct Replacement Design — This component is a drop-in replacement that requires no cutting, drilling or modification to your existing chassis, making installation straightforward for RC enthusiasts of all skill levels.

Technical Performance

The Fastrax Axial SCX24 Brass Centre Chassis Skid Plate exemplifies intelligent engineering for scale rock crawling applications. Brass has been carefully selected as the construction material because it offers superior strength-to-weight characteristics compared to conventional plastic skid plates commonly found on standard ready to run RC crawlers. At just 13.8 grams, the weight addition is negligible whilst the protection offered is substantial. The centre chassis position is the most critical area on any scale crawler, as this is where the main chassis rails and central components are most exposed to ground contact during technical rock hopping and steep angle climbing. By protecting this area effectively, the skid plate reduces the risk of cracking, warping or damage to your chassis frame, which would otherwise require expensive repairs or replacement. The precision manufacturing ensures perfect fitment across all SCX24 variants including the Jeep Wrangler JLU RTR available in grey and green, the 1967 Chevrolet C10 4WD truck in black and orange, the Lexus GX 470 4x4 rock crawler in white, silver and black, the Base Camp 4WD rock crawler in white and blue, the Ford Bronco 4x4 RTR in white and green variants, the Ford Bronco Heritage Edition, the Toyota 4Runner 4x4 RTR in grey and orange, the 1971 Chevrolet C10 4WD truck in black and orange, the SCX24 Deadbolt rock crawler in green, the Dodge Power Wagon 4WD rock crawler in green and orange, and the Jeep Gladiator 4WD rock crawler in white, green and black. Fastrax's commitment to quality manufacturing means this component will withstand thousands of hours of intense terrain interaction, making it an excellent long-term investment for anyone serious about their SCX24 platform.

What's in the Box

• Fastrax Axial SCX24 Brass Centre Chassis Skid Plate

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which Axial SCX24 models does this skid plate fit? — This skid plate is compatible with every Axial 1/24 SCX24 variant, including the Jeep Wrangler JLU RTR, 1967 Chevrolet C10 4WD Truck RTR, Lexus GX 470 4x4 Rock Crawler RTR, Base Camp 4WD Rock Crawler RTR, Ford Bronco 4X4 RTR, Ford Bronco Heritage Edition, Toyota 4Runner 4x4 RTR, 1971 Chevrolet C10 4WD Truck RTR, SCX24 Deadbolt Rock Crawler RTR, Dodge Power Wagon 4WD Rock Crawler RTR, and Jeep Gladiator 4WD Rock Crawler RTR, regardless of colour variant.
• Is this suitable for beginners? — Yes, absolutely. This is an excellent first upgrade for anyone new to the SCX24 platform. Installation is straightforward with no modification required, and it immediately improves your crawler's durability during learning phases when inexperienced drivers may encounter more obstacles and impacts.
• Why should I choose brass over plastic skid plates? — Brass offers superior strength, better impact resistance and longer-term durability compared to plastic alternatives. Whilst it's slightly heavier, at 13.8 grams the weight penalty is minimal, and the protection benefit far outweighs the negligible performance impact. Brass also resists cracking and will last significantly longer through repeated terrain interaction.
• How does this protect my SCX24 crawler? — The centre chassis is the most vulnerable part of your crawler during rock hopping and technical climbing because it makes direct contact with obstacles. This skid plate shields that critical area, preventing chassis damage, cracks and warping that would otherwise require expensive repairs or complete chassis replacement.
• Is installation difficult? — No, installation is very simple. This is a drop-in replacement component that requires no cutting, drilling, modification or specialist knowledge. Experienced UK RC enthusiasts and complete beginners alike will find installation straightforward.

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 FASTRAX AXIAL SCX24 BRASS CENTRE CHASSIS SKID PLATE 13.8g FTAX51BRB 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.