FTX8190BL

Overview

The FTX Outback Painted Tundra Bodyshell in striking blue is an essential replacement or upgrade component for RC enthusiasts building or maintaining their 1/10 scale rock crawler. This pre-painted polycarbonate bodyshell brings authentic Tundra styling to your RC car UK setup, designed specifically for the FTX Outback platform and featuring a professional finish that requires minimal additional work. Whether you're a seasoned RC hobbyist looking to refresh your vehicle's appearance or a beginner embarking on your first RC car build, this quality bodyshell offers excellent value and authentic detail that transforms the look and feel of your machine.

FTX has established itself as a trusted manufacturer of affordable, high-quality RC vehicles and components across the UK and internationally. The Outback Painted Tundra Bodyshell represents the brand's commitment to providing realistic, durable components that don't compromise on authenticity or build quality. The blue colour variant is a popular choice among RC enthusiasts, offering a bold, eye-catching appearance that stands out on the track, trail, or display shelf. This bodyshell is supplied with decals already applied, saving you time and ensuring a factory-finish appearance right out of the box.

Rock crawlers and off-road RC vehicles demand bodyshells that can withstand the rigours of challenging terrain whilst maintaining their aesthetic appeal. This FTX bodyshell is engineered from polycarbonate—a material trusted across the RC hobby for its combination of durability, flexibility, and impact resistance. The 250mm wheelbase specification makes this bodyshell perfectly proportioned for 1/10 scale crawlers, ensuring proper weight distribution and realistic proportions that enhance both performance and appearance on any surface.

Key Features

• Pre-Painted Professional Finish — This bodyshell arrives fully painted in an eye-catching blue colour, eliminating the need for spray painting and saving you hours of preparation time. The factory finish ensures a consistent, professional appearance without the effort, cost and potential errors involved in painting at home.
• Decal Sheet Pre-Applied — The authentic graphics and decal sheet come already fitted to the bodyshell, delivering a complete, finished look immediately upon receipt. This attention to detail means you can install the bodyshell and get straight to driving without additional customisation work.
• Durable Polycarbonate Construction — Polycarbonate is the industry-standard material for RC bodyshells because it combines exceptional impact resistance with flexibility, allowing the shell to flex slightly during crashes rather than cracking, and enabling simple repairs when needed. This material choice ensures your investment remains protected and performs reliably through countless adventures.
• 1/10 Scale Rock Crawler Compatibility — Specifically engineered for the FTX Outback platform, this bodyshell maintains authentic proportions and fitment that deliver the realistic appearance and handling characteristics that rock crawler enthusiasts demand from their machines.
• 250mm Wheelbase Design — The precise 250mm wheelbase measurement ensures proper weight distribution, balanced articulation, and the correct proportions essential for rock crawling performance and realistic rock crawler aesthetics on any terrain.
• FTX Brand Quality and Support — FTX components are backed by established manufacturer support, reliable supply chains across the UK and Europe, and a proven track record of delivering good value without compromising on engineering quality or durability.

Technical Performance

The FTX Outback Painted Tundra Bodyshell delivers reliable, long-lasting performance through careful engineering and material selection. The polycarbonate construction provides the perfect balance between rigidity and impact absorption—crucial characteristics for rock crawlers and off-road RC vehicles that encounter rough terrain, obstacles and potential collisions. At 1/10 scale, this bodyshell is compatible with standard 1/10 rock crawler platforms, making it an ideal replacement or upgrade option for users with existing FTX Outback vehicles. The 250mm wheelbase measurement is precisely calibrated for proper vehicle balance and realistic proportions, ensuring that the bodyshell works in harmony with your chassis geometry to deliver predictable handling, stable articulation during climbing, and authentic visual presentation. The pre-painted, pre-decalled approach means installation is straightforward—simply remove the old bodyshell and install the new one, connecting any necessary light brackets or body clips to secure it to your chassis. The blue colour remains vibrant and durable under normal outdoor and indoor use, though like all painted RC components, it will benefit from careful handling and storage away from direct sunlight over extended periods to preserve the finish.

What's in the Box

• FTX Outback Painted Tundra Bodyshell in blue
• Pre-applied decal sheet

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this bodyshell compatible with my FTX Outback RC car? — Yes, the FTX Outback Painted Tundra Bodyshell is specifically engineered for FTX Outback platforms and features the correct 250mm wheelbase measurement to ensure perfect fitment and alignment with your chassis. Check your vehicle documentation to confirm you own an FTX Outback model, as this shell is not compatible with other FTX platforms.
• Do I need to paint this bodyshell or apply decals? — No, this is a significant advantage of choosing the pre-painted variant. The bodyshell arrives fully painted in blue with the decal sheet already applied, meaning you can install it straight onto your vehicle without any additional preparation, painting or graphics work required.
• What makes polycarbonate the right material for RC bodyshells? — Polycarbonate is the industry standard for RC bodyshells because it combines excellent impact resistance with the ability to flex slightly during collisions rather than shattering. This means your bodyshell will survive crashes that would destroy alternative materials, and small cracks or damage can usually be repaired with plastic cement or replacement panels rather than requiring a complete new shell.
• What scale is this bodyshell? — This is a 1/10 scale bodyshell, making it compatible with 1/10 scale rock crawlers and other 1/10 platforms from FTX. This scale is one of the most popular in the UK RC hobby, offering a good balance between size, realism, and driving experience.
• Will this bodyshell work with other RC brands? — No, this bodyshell is specifically designed for the FTX Outback platform and will not fit other manufacturers' vehicles or other FTX model lines. The 250mm wheelbase and mounting points are unique to the Outback chassis.
• How should I care for my painted bodyshell? — Store your vehicle in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight, which can gradually fade the blue colour over time. After use in wet conditions, allow the bodyshell to dry completely before storage. Avoid storing near heat sources such as radiators or in hot vehicles. Light scratches to the paint can be touched up with appropriate polycarbonate-safe paints.
• Can I modify or customise this bodyshell? — Polycarbonate is easy to work with—you can carefully trim, sand, and modify the bodyshell to suit your preferences, though FTX has already engineered it for optimal fitment and appearance. Any modifications should be done carefully to avoid compromising structural integrity or water sealing around light mounts.

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 PAINTED TUNDRA BODYSHELL - BLUE FTX8190BL 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.