Overview
The FTX Vantage/Carnage Sway Bar Fix Plate is an essential suspension upgrade component designed specifically for FTX's popular 1/10 scale RC buggies and trucks. This precision-engineered spare part set contains six individual fix plates that work in conjunction with your vehicle's anti-roll bar system to provide enhanced handling stability and improved cornering performance. Whether you're upgrading an existing FTX Vantage or Carnage model, or replacing worn suspension components, this genuine FTX spare part delivers the quality and compatibility you need for consistent, predictable handling characteristics on the track or trail.
For RC enthusiasts across the UK looking to optimise their ready-to-run RC vehicles, suspension upgrades like sway bar fix plates represent a crucial step toward competitive performance. The Vantage and Carnage platforms are renowned for their robustness and tunability, and maintaining or upgrading key suspension elements ensures your brushed or brushless RC buggy or truck continues to perform at its best. These fix plates are engineered to work seamlessly with the FTX suspension geometry, providing reliable mounting points for your anti-roll bar system and ensuring consistent weight transfer during cornering.
This is a genuine FTX component that comes from the manufacturer's official parts catalogue, guaranteeing fitment accuracy and performance reliability. Whether you're a weekend basher enjoying casual off-road RC fun or a more serious enthusiast looking to fine-tune your vehicle's handling characteristics, having quality spare parts on hand ensures your RC car UK collection stays in top condition.
Key Features
- Genuine FTX Component — These sway bar fix plates are manufactured by FTX to their original specifications, ensuring perfect compatibility with your Vantage or Carnage model and guaranteeing the quality standards you expect from an authorised spare part.
- Six-Piece Set — The package includes six fix plates, providing complete coverage for your suspension system setup and offering spare components for future maintenance or repair needs.
- Anti-Roll Bar Mounting — These plates serve as precision mounting points for your vehicle's anti-roll bar system, which is critical for managing body roll during high-speed cornering and maintaining consistent grip levels throughout aggressive driving manoeuvres.
- Suspension System Integration — As part of the Vantage and Carnage suspension architecture, these fix plates work in harmony with the rest of your suspension geometry to deliver predictable handling and responsive steering feedback.
- Durable Construction — Built to withstand the demands of off-road RC driving, these components maintain their structural integrity through repeated use and varied terrain conditions.
- Essential Maintenance Component — Regular suspension maintenance is vital for any RC enthusiast, and having quality replacement fix plates ensures your vehicle's handling characteristics remain optimised season after season.
Technical Performance
The FTX Vantage/Carnage Sway Bar Fix Plate represents precision engineering applied to suspension system integration. These components function as critical mounting interfaces within the anti-roll bar assembly, a key element of any modern 1/10 scale RC off-road buggy or truck suspension system. The fix plates are designed to maintain exact geometric relationships between the sway bar and the chassis, ensuring that anti-roll forces are distributed consistently across both front and rear axles during cornering. This precision is essential for the responsive handling characteristics that both the Vantage and Carnage platforms are known for, whether you're running a brushless or brushed motor configuration. The material composition and manufacturing tolerances ensure that these plates maintain their dimensional accuracy through extended use, supporting consistent handling feel and predictable vehicle behaviour. For RC car UK owners who demand reliable performance from their suspension systems, these genuine FTX components provide the durability and precision required for both recreational bashing and more serious off-road competition.
What's in the Box
- Six FTX Sway Bar Fix Plates
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which FTX models are compatible with these sway bar fix plates? — These fix plates are specifically designed for FTX Vantage and Carnage series vehicles. Compatible models include the FTX Bugsta 4WD Brushed 1/10th Off-Road Buggy RTR, FTX Carnage 2.0 1/10 Brushed Truck in both blue and red variants, FTX Carnage 2.0 Brushless RTR Monster Truck, FTX Vantage 2.0 Brushed Buggy 1/10 4WD RTR, and the FTX Vantage 2.0 1/10 Brushless Buggy 4WD RTR with LiPo Battery and Charger package.
- Do I need to replace my sway bar fix plates? — Sway bar fix plates should be inspected regularly for signs of wear or damage. If you notice loose handling characteristics or visible cracks in the plates, replacement is recommended to maintain optimal suspension performance and vehicle stability during cornering.
- Are these genuine OEM parts? — Yes, these are genuine FTX components manufactured to the original equipment specifications, ensuring perfect fitment and compatibility with your Vantage or Carnage model.
- What tools do I need to install these fix plates? — Installation typically requires basic RC hobby tools including hex drivers and potentially a small wrench set, depending on your vehicle's suspension configuration. Consult your FTX vehicle manual for specific installation guidance.
- Why should I choose genuine FTX parts over aftermarket alternatives? — Genuine FTX parts are engineered to exact specifications that match your vehicle's suspension geometry perfectly. This ensures consistent handling characteristics, prevents fitment issues, and maintains the vehicle's original performance characteristics that you purchased it for.
- Can these fix plates improve my RC buggy's handling? — While these are replacement components rather than performance upgrades, maintaining them in good condition ensures your vehicle's suspension system performs as designed. Worn or damaged fix plates can compromise handling, so keeping them in optimal condition is essential for the best driving experience.
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 VANTAGE/CARNAGE SWAY BAR FIX PLATE 6PCS FTX6504 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: FTX6504
- Product Type: Sway Bar Fix Plate set
- Spare Part Type: Suspension Spares
- Quantity: 6 pieces
- Compatible Models: FTX5530 FTX Bugsta 4WD Brushed 1/10th Off-Road Buggy RTR, FTX5537B FTX Carnage 2.0 1/10 Brushed Truck 4WD RTR Blue, FTX5537R FTX Carnage 2.0 1/10 Brushed Truck 4WD RTR Red, FTX5539 FTX Carnage 2.0 Brushless RTR Monster Truck, FTX5533B FTX Vantage 2.0 Brushed Buggy 1/10 4WD RTR, FTX5561B FTX Vantage 2.0 1/10 Brushless Buggy 4WD RTR with LiPo Battery and Charger
- EAN Code: 5055323945731
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