Overview
The FTX Outback 3 Battery Tray & Straps is an essential upgrade and replacement component for owners of the FTX Outback 3 series RC trail crawler. This precision-engineered battery tray system ensures secure, reliable battery mounting in your 1/10 scale RC car, providing the stability and protection your LiPo batteries need during aggressive off-road driving. Whether you're bashing through rough terrain, tackling technical rock crawling obstacles, or enjoying weekend trail runs, a properly mounted battery is crucial to maintaining optimal weight distribution and preventing damage to expensive power cells. The FTX Outback 3 Battery Tray & Straps represent genuine OEM parts manufactured to exact specifications by FTX, ensuring perfect compatibility with your Outback 3 trail crawler.
If you own an FTX Outback 3 ready to run RC crawler, having spare or replacement battery trays and straps on hand is smart maintenance practice. Battery mounting systems experience wear and tear over time, and damaged straps or trays can lead to battery movement during driving, affecting handling and potentially causing battery damage. This genuine FTX component is an affordable way to keep your RC car in perfect working condition and ensure your LiPo batteries remain secure and protected throughout their operational life.
RC Model Shop stocks genuine FTX parts and accessories for all FTX trail crawlers and RC vehicles. Whether you're replacing worn components, building a second battery setup, or expanding your RC car collection, we have the OEM parts you need at competitive UK prices with fast delivery and expert customer support.
Key Features
- OEM FTX Component — This is a genuine original manufacturer part designed specifically for the FTX Outback 3 trail crawler, guaranteeing perfect fit and compatibility with your vehicle's chassis and electronics bay.
- Complete Battery Mounting System — The tray and straps work together as a complete mounting solution, providing multiple points of attachment to hold LiPo batteries securely in place during acceleration, braking, and cornering.
- Heavy-Duty Straps — The included straps are engineered to keep batteries locked down firmly, preventing unwanted movement or vibration that could damage battery terminals or reduce handling precision.
- Durable Tray Design — The battery tray provides a protective base platform that keeps your LiPo battery elevated and secure within the chassis, reducing impact risk from rock strikes and obstacles.
- Easy Installation — This is a straightforward bolt-on replacement component that integrates perfectly with your existing Outback 3 setup without requiring modifications or additional parts.
- Essential Spare Component — Battery mounting systems wear over time, making this an ideal spare part to keep in your RC maintenance kit for quick field repairs and downtimes.
Technical Performance
The FTX Outback 3 Battery Tray & Straps system has been engineered with the specific requirements of 1/10 scale trail crawlers in mind. The tray itself is designed to accommodate standard LiPo batteries used in the Outback 3 platform, with dimensions and mounting points that align perfectly with the chassis layout. The strap system utilises high-strength materials that resist stretching and degradation even after repeated use and exposure to dirt, dust, and moisture during outdoor RC sessions. The combination of the tray and straps creates a multi-point securing system that distributes battery weight evenly across the chassis, maintaining the precise centre of gravity critical for rock crawling performance and technical trail navigation. The tray includes mounting holes that align with the standard FTX Outback 3 chassis pickup points, ensuring you can install this component without drilling or fabrication. The straps feature hook-and-loop or buckle-style attachment mechanisms (depending on your specific Outback 3 model year) that provide secure fastening while remaining easy to open and close when you need to swap batteries between driving sessions. This is a consumable maintenance item, as battery straps naturally wear from repeated stretching and environmental exposure, making having replacement straps on hand a valuable part of responsible RC car ownership.
What's in the Box
- FTX Outback 3 Battery Tray
- Battery Straps (quantity as per OEM specification)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the FTX Outback 3 Battery Tray & Straps compatible with my trail crawler? — Yes, this component is designed specifically for the FTX Outback 3 series RC crawler and will fit perfectly with OEM compatibility. If you own an Outback 3 RTR or Outback 3 kit, this tray and straps system will work with your vehicle. Other FTX Outback variants (such as Outback 2.0, Outback Fury, or Outback Mini models) may use different battery tray designs, so please verify you have the correct Outback 3 model before ordering.
- Why would I need replacement battery trays and straps? — Battery straps wear out from repeated stretching and exposure to dirt, moisture, and UV light during outdoor RC driving. The tray itself can become damaged if your crawler strikes rocks or obstacles hard enough. Having spare traps and a replacement tray means you can quickly get your RC car back in action without waiting for repairs, and you can maintain multiple battery setups with separate tray-and-strap combinations for faster between-pack swaps.
- Can I use aftermarket battery trays instead of FTX OEM parts? — While some aftermarket options may fit, genuine FTX OEM parts like this tray and straps system are engineered to exact specifications and will provide the best fit, reliability, and peace of mind. OEM parts are typically tested extensively and designed with the specific weight distribution and mounting geometry of the Outback 3 in mind, whereas aftermarket solutions may introduce fitment issues or uneven battery mounting.
- How often should I replace my battery straps? — This depends on how frequently you use your RC car and how aggressively you drive. Casual weekend bashers might get several months of use from a set of straps, whilst competitive crawlers or daily drivers may benefit from inspecting their straps monthly and replacing them every 2-3 months. Any visible fraying, stretching, or damage to hook-and-loop material warrants replacement to ensure your batteries remain secure.
- What size and type of batteries does this tray fit? — The FTX Outback 3 is designed to use standard LiPo batteries commonly available in the RC hobby market. This tray accommodates the battery dimensions specified by FTX for the Outback 3 platform. For exact battery compatibility, consult your Outback 3 instruction manual or contact RC Model Shop for specific recommendations regarding capacity, voltage (typically 2S or 3S LiPo), and dimensions.
- Is this a straightforward replacement I can install myself? — Yes, battery tray and strap replacement is a basic maintenance task suitable for RC enthusiasts of all skill levels. Simply remove the old tray and straps from your chassis, line up the new tray with the mounting holes, secure it with the provided fasteners or existing screws, and attach the new straps. No soldering, wiring, or complex tools are required.
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 OUTBACK 3 BATTERY TRAY & STRAPS FTX10010 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
- Product Code: FTX10010
- Product Type: Battery Tray & Straps
- Compatibility: FTX Outback 3 series RC crawler
- Scale: 1/10
- Vehicle Type: Trail Crawler
- Contents: Battery tray and straps assembly
- Material: Durable engineered polymer and high-strength synthetic straps
- Installation Type: Bolt-on replacement component
- Recommended Maintenance: Periodic replacement of straps due to wear
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- 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.
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