Overview
The FTX Ruffneck Aluminium Rear Axle Box (Black) FTX11101 is a premium replacement component designed specifically for the FTX Ruffneck 1/10 brushless 4WD trail vehicle. This high-quality aluminium axle box represents a significant upgrade pathway for Ruffneck owners looking to enhance their RC car's durability, performance and longevity. Whether you're a dedicated RC enthusiast in the UK enjoying regular weekend bashing sessions or a serious hobbyist seeking competition-grade components, this replacement part delivers the engineering excellence you'd expect from FTX's renowned product line.
Constructed from robust aluminium alloy, the rear axle box is engineered to withstand the demanding conditions of off-road RC trail driving. This is an essential component that houses and supports the rear differential assembly, making it a critical structural element of your Ruffneck's drivetrain. By selecting this OEM FTX component, you're ensuring that your RC car maintains factory-specification performance and reliability, whilst also providing yourself with a direct upgrade path should your original axle box become damaged or worn through intensive use.
Compatible with both the FTX Ruffneck 1/10 Brushless 4WD Trail RTR in Orange (FTX5472OR) and Blue (FTX5472BL), this rear axle box integrates seamlessly with your existing setup. The black anodised finish provides excellent corrosion resistance whilst maintaining a professional appearance that complements any RC car setup. For UK RC enthusiasts seeking genuine OEM spares and performance upgrades for their trail vehicles, this aluminium axle box represents a trusted investment in your hobby.
Key Features
- Premium Aluminium Construction — The rear axle box is manufactured from high-grade aluminium alloy, which provides an ideal balance between lightweight construction and exceptional strength, ensuring your Ruffneck can handle demanding trail conditions without compromising weight distribution or handling characteristics.
- OEM FTX Component — This is the genuine factory-specification part from FTX, meaning it integrates perfectly with your Ruffneck and maintains the vehicle's original engineering tolerances and performance characteristics.
- Professional Black Finish — The anodised black coating provides durable corrosion and wear resistance, protecting the aluminium substrate from oxidation and moisture damage while maintaining an attractive appearance that suits any RC car configuration.
- Direct Replacement Design — This component is specifically engineered to replace the original rear axle box on your Ruffneck trail truck, ensuring straightforward installation without requiring modifications to other chassis components.
- Enhanced Durability — Upgrading to this aluminium rear axle box significantly improves the longevity of your differential assembly and drivetrain, reducing maintenance requirements and extending the lifespan of your RC vehicle.
- Performance-Optimised Geometry — The FTX engineering team has designed this axle box to maintain optimal alignment and support for the rear differential, ensuring consistent handling and drivetrain efficiency across all trail conditions.
Technical Performance
The FTX Ruffneck Aluminium Rear Axle Box represents the pinnacle of aftermarket component engineering for 1/10 scale trail vehicles. This replacement part is manufactured to exacting tolerances using premium-grade aluminium alloy, which has been proven through extensive testing to deliver superior rigidity and impact resistance compared to the original plastic component. The anodised black finish is applied using industrial processes that ensure uniform coverage and long-term corrosion protection, even when exposed to moisture and salt environments common in UK outdoor RC driving. The geometry of the axle box has been precision-engineered to maintain perfect alignment with the rear differential assembly, ensuring that drivetrain loads are distributed evenly across the supporting structures. This optimisation translates directly into improved handling response, reduced wear on differential components, and extended maintenance intervals between rebuilds. The aluminium material choice specifically improves thermal dissipation compared to plastic alternatives, helping to keep your differential cooler during extended running sessions. This component works in harmony with the brushless motor and electronic speed controller of your Ruffneck RTR setup, supporting the high-torque outputs generated by modern brushless powertrains. For UK RC enthusiasts who demand the best in component reliability and performance longevity, this aluminium rear axle box is an essential upgrade consideration.
What's in the Box
- FTX Ruffneck Aluminium Rear Axle Box (Black) — one unit ready for installation
Compatibility
- FTX Ruffneck 1/10 Brushless 4WD Trail RTR — Orange (FTX5472OR)
- FTX Ruffneck 1/10 Brushless 4WD Trail RTR — Blue (FTX5472BL)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the FTX Ruffneck Aluminium Rear Axle Box suitable for my RC car? — This rear axle box is specifically designed for the FTX Ruffneck 1/10 brushless 4WD trail vehicle and is fully compatible with both the orange and blue RTR variants. If you own either of these models, this is the direct OEM replacement component that will integrate perfectly with your existing setup.
- What are the advantages of upgrading to an aluminium rear axle box? — Upgrading from the original plastic component to this premium aluminium construction provides multiple benefits including enhanced durability, improved impact resistance, better thermal dissipation, extended component lifespan, and reduced maintenance requirements. The rigid aluminium structure also supports more consistent drivetrain alignment, contributing to improved handling performance and more predictable driving characteristics.
- Will this part fit my Ruffneck without modifications? — Yes, this is a direct factory-specification replacement component engineered by FTX specifically for the Ruffneck platform. It requires no modifications to your existing chassis or other components and will install as a straightforward swap for the original part.
- How does this compare to the front axle box? — Whilst both the front and rear axle boxes serve similar structural functions, they are specifically engineered for their respective applications and feature different mounting configurations and load profiles. The rear axle box (FTX11101) is optimised for the rear differential assembly and should not be interchanged with the front axle box (FTX11100).
- Is this part worth upgrading for casual RC trail driving? — If you enjoy regular RC trail running and want to maximise the longevity of your Ruffneck, this upgrade is absolutely worthwhile. The improved durability of the aluminium construction means your axle box will withstand impacts and vibration better than the original plastic component, reducing the likelihood of damage and extending the service life of your vehicle significantly.
- Will upgrading to this part affect the weight of my Ruffneck? — Whilst aluminium is denser than plastic, the engineered design of this axle box maintains weight very closely to the original component. The slight weight difference, if any, is negligible and is far outweighed by the dramatic improvements in durability and performance consistency.
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 RUFFNECK ALUMINIUM REAR AXLE BOX (BLACK) FTX11101 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.
- Product Name: FTX Ruffneck Aluminium Rear Axle Box (Black)
- Model Number: FTX11101
- Manufacturer: FTX
- EAN: 5056135782323
- Scale: 1/10
- Material: Aluminium alloy
- Finish: Black anodised
- Component Type: Rear axle box / rear differential housing
- Compatible Vehicle: FTX Ruffneck 1/10 Brushless 4WD Trail RTR
- Compatible Models: FTX5472OR (Orange) and FTX5472BL (Blue)
- Installation Type: Direct replacement OEM component
- Quantity Included: One unit
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