Overview
The FTX Trooper Side Chassis Connection Mount (FTX10907) is an essential replacement or upgrade component designed specifically for FTX Outback Trooper 4x4 trail crawlers. This precision-engineered side chassis connection mount plays a crucial role in maintaining the structural integrity and handling characteristics of your 1/10 scale RC crawler. Whether you're an experienced RC car enthusiast in the UK looking to maintain your crawler fleet or a dedicated basher pushing your vehicle to its limits, this OEM FTX component ensures your Trooper performs at its best.
As a critical chassis connection point, this mount is engineered to withstand the demanding forces of off-road trail crawling and rough terrain navigation. The FTX Outback Trooper 4x4 has earned recognition as one of the most capable ready-to-run 1/10 scale trail crawlers available, and maintaining genuine OEM parts like this connection mount is essential for preserving that performance and durability. Whether you're replacing a worn component or upgrading your crawler's chassis assembly, this FTX-approved mount delivers the quality and reliability you expect from the FTX brand.
Available now from RC Model Shop, this genuine FTX part is in stock and ready for immediate dispatch to anywhere in the UK. At just £3.99, it's an affordable investment in your crawler's longevity and performance.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM FTX Component — This is an authentic factory-produced part manufactured by FTX, ensuring complete compatibility and reliability with your FTX Outback Trooper 4x4 crawler without any fitment issues or performance concerns.
- Precision-Engineered Design — The side chassis connection mount is manufactured to exacting tolerances, ensuring it maintains the precise geometry and alignment of your crawler's chassis for optimal handling and performance across all terrain types.
- Durable Construction — Built from quality materials engineered to withstand the rigorous demands of trail crawling, including rocky terrain, water crossings, and challenging off-road conditions that put stress on chassis connection points.
- Direct Fitment — Designed as a perfect-fit replacement for the FTX Outback Trooper 4x4 RTR models, eliminating the need for modifications, adjustments, or additional adapters when installing this component on your crawler.
- Critical Structural Component — As a side chassis connection point, this mount is fundamental to maintaining your crawler's structural integrity, chassis alignment, and load distribution across the frame during operation.
- Easy Installation — The straightforward design and standard fitment process mean this replacement or upgrade component can be installed quickly by RC enthusiasts with basic mechanical knowledge and standard tools.
Technical Performance
The FTX Trooper Side Chassis Connection Mount represents the engineering quality that FTX brings to their 1/10 scale crawler platform. As a chassis connection component, this mount serves as a critical structural link that maintains the geometric relationship between chassis sections, ensuring consistent handling characteristics and load distribution across the frame during trail crawling. The precision manufacturing ensures that the mounting interfaces align perfectly with corresponding chassis connection points on the FTX Outback Trooper 4x4, maintaining the tight tolerances necessary for reliable performance. This component is particularly important when operating your crawler on demanding terrain including steep inclines, rocky outcrops, water crossings, and technical trail sections where chassis flex and stress loads are at their highest. By maintaining factory-specification connection points, this mount preserves the engineered suspension geometry and weight distribution that contribute to the Trooper's renowned trail-crawling capability and rock-stepping performance. The durable engineering is designed to handle the repetitive stress cycles experienced during aggressive crawling sessions, ensuring long-term reliability whether you're a weekend trail enthusiast or a regular competitor.
What's in the Box
- FTX Trooper Side Chassis Connection Mount (FTX10907)
Compatibility
- FTX5473R — FTX Outback Trooper 4x4 RTR 1/10 Trail Crawler (Red)
- FTX5473GY — FTX Outback Trooper 4x4 RTR 1/10 Trail Crawler (Grey)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a side chassis connection mount and why do I need one for my FTX Trooper? — The side chassis connection mount is a structural component that links different sections of your crawler's chassis frame together. It's essential for maintaining chassis rigidity, proper weight distribution, and suspension geometry. If your mount becomes cracked, bent, or loose, it will negatively affect your Trooper's handling and performance on the trail. Replacing it with this genuine FTX component restores full performance and reliability.
- Is this mount compatible with my FTX Outback Trooper? — Yes, this mount is specifically engineered for FTX Outback Trooper 4x4 models, including both the Red (FTX5473R) and Grey (FTX5473GY) RTR variants. Check your model number to ensure you have a compatible Trooper before ordering. This genuine part will fit directly without any modification or adaptation required.
- Will this improve the performance of my crawler? — If you're replacing a damaged or worn original mount, restoring it to factory specification will restore your Trooper's performance to its design standard. If your current mount is damaged, you may have noticed handling issues, uneven suspension movement, or excessive chassis flex. This replacement will eliminate those problems and restore proper trail-crawling characteristics.
- How difficult is it to install this side chassis connection mount? — The installation process is straightforward for anyone with basic RC knowledge. The mount uses standard fastening interfaces that connect directly to corresponding points on the FTX Trooper chassis. Most users can complete the installation with simple hand tools in under 30 minutes. Detailed assembly instructions are available from FTX if you need guidance.
- Can I use this on other FTX crawler models? — This mount is specifically engineered for the FTX Outback Trooper 4x4 chassis and is not compatible with other FTX crawler models such as the Outback, Outback 2.0, or Outback Fury. Always verify your crawler model before ordering FTX replacement parts to ensure correct fitment.
- Is this considered routine maintenance or a repair part? — This component can serve both purposes. If you're building a crawler from parts or maintaining routine spares inventory, this is a smart component to stock. However, it's most often ordered as a replacement when the original mount becomes damaged through aggressive crawling, impacts, or normal wear and tear.
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 TROOPER SIDE CHASSIS CONNECTION MOUNT FTX10907 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
- Model Number: FTX10907
- EAN: 5056135775400
- Product Type: Side Chassis Connection Mount
- Scale: 1/10
- Compatible Models: FTX5473R (FTX Outback Trooper 4x4 RTR Red), FTX5473GY (FTX Outback Trooper 4x4 RTR Grey)
- Component Category: Chassis Component
- Availability: In Stock
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