FTX Outlaw Zorro Rear Shock Body Aluminium 2-Pack Spare Part FTX8341

Overview

The FTX Outlaw Rear Shock Body Aluminium (2) FTX8341 is an essential replacement spare part for owners of the FTX Outlaw and FTX Zorro range of RC buggies and trophy trucks. Whether you're an experienced RC enthusiast competing at UK RC tracks or a weekend basher enjoying off-road adventures, maintaining your RC car UK with quality replacement components is crucial for consistent performance and reliability. These premium aluminium shock bodies are engineered to withstand the demands of aggressive driving, jumping and rough terrain whilst maintaining the structural integrity your RC vehicle needs.

This genuine FTX spare part is specifically designed to fit the FTX Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy in both brushed and brushless variants, as well as the FTX Zorro Trophy Truck Brushed RTR models. Shock bodies are critical suspension components that house the internal damping mechanisms and connect the suspension arms to your chassis. Over time, through regular use and crashes, aluminium shock bodies can become damaged, bent or corroded, compromising your suspension geometry and handling characteristics. By replacing worn or damaged shock bodies with genuine FTX parts, you ensure your ready to run RC buggy maintains its factory performance specifications and handling balance.

The pack contains two rear shock bodies, which is ideal for rebuilding or upgrading both rear shocks simultaneously. Using matched pairs of shock bodies ensures symmetrical suspension performance across your RC vehicle, improving cornering stability and preventing uneven wear on other suspension components. This is a favourite upgrade among UK RC car clubs and competitive racers who demand consistent, predictable handling from their machines.

Key Features

• Premium Aluminium Construction — Crafted from high-quality aluminium alloy material, these shock bodies offer excellent strength-to-weight ratio whilst remaining durable enough for serious RC bashers and racers. Aluminium provides superior rigidity compared to plastic alternatives, ensuring your suspension maintains precise geometry even under extreme driving conditions and repeated impacts.
• Genuine FTX Component — This is an authentic factory-specification part manufactured by FTX, guaranteeing perfect fitment and compatibility with your RC buggy or trophy truck. Using genuine spares ensures you maintain the vehicle's original performance characteristics and suspension tuning that the engineers designed into your model.
• Twin Pack Configuration — Each package includes two shock bodies, allowing you to replace both rear shocks at once. This symmetrical approach to suspension maintenance ensures balanced handling and prevents the common problem of one side wearing faster than the other, which can lead to unpredictable handling behaviour.
• Perfect Fit for FTX Outlaw and Zorro Models — These shock bodies are specifically engineered to fit FTX5570 Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy Brushed, FTX5571 Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy Brushless, and FTX5556B Zorro Trophy Truck Brushed RTR in Blue, making replacement straightforward and hassle-free.
• Essential Maintenance Part — Whether you're rebuilding your suspension after a major crash, upgrading to stiffer or softer damping characteristics, or simply replacing worn components, these shock bodies are a fundamental part of keeping your RC vehicle in top condition.
• Competitive Pricing — At under £9 per pair, these genuine FTX shock bodies represent excellent value for money compared to sourcing multiple individual replacement components, making suspension maintenance affordable for RC enthusiasts at all skill levels.

Technical Performance

These aluminium shock bodies are engineered to the exacting standards FTX applies across its range of 1/10 scale buggies and trophy trucks. The aluminium alloy construction provides significantly greater rigidity than plastic components, which is essential for maintaining consistent suspension geometry under the dynamic loads experienced during high-speed cornering, acceleration and braking. The material choice reflects FTX's commitment to building durable RC vehicles that can handle serious off-road punishment from competitive drivers and weekend bashers alike. The shock bodies connect the suspension damper units to your chassis and suspension arms, so their structural integrity directly impacts how your vehicle handles and behaves on the track or trail. By using matched pairs, you ensure both sides of your rear suspension operate identically, which is critical for achieving balanced handling characteristics. The aluminium construction also offers improved thermal characteristics compared to plastic, helping to dissipate heat generated during extended driving sessions. These components are manufactured to tight tolerances to ensure they fit perfectly within FTX's suspension geometry specifications, maintaining the precise angles and heights that deliver the handling balance FTX designers engineered into your Outlaw or Zorro buggy.

What's in the Box

• 2x FTX Rear Shock Body Aluminium (Outlaw/Zorro specification)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a shock body and why would I need to replace it? — The shock body is the cylindrical aluminium component that houses your shock absorber's internal damping mechanism and connects your suspension to the chassis. You might need replacement if the body becomes bent from crashes, corroded from water exposure, or if you want to upgrade your suspension damping characteristics. Since the shock body maintains your suspension geometry, a bent or damaged one will negatively affect your RC buggy's handling and performance.
• Are these genuine FTX parts or aftermarket alternatives? — These are 100% genuine FTX factory parts manufactured to exact OEM specifications. Using genuine spares guarantees perfect fitment to your RC vehicle and ensures you maintain the original performance characteristics that FTX engineers specified when designing the Outlaw and Zorro models.
• Will these work with both brushed and brushless FTX Outlaw models? — Yes, these shock bodies are compatible with both the FTX5570 brushed and FTX5571 brushless variants of the Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy. The suspension components are identical between these models, as the only difference is the motor and ESC system.
• What other FTX models will these shock bodies fit? — These specific shock bodies are engineered for the FTX Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy in both brushed and brushless trim, and the FTX Zorro Trophy Truck Brushed RTR. They are not compatible with other FTX model ranges such as the Outback, Tracer, or Mauler series, which use different suspension geometry.
• Do I need any special tools to install these shock bodies? — Installation requires basic RC tools typically found in any enthusiast's toolbox, including a hex wrench set to fit your suspension linkage fasteners. You'll also need to carefully remove your existing shock bodies and transfer your damper units and springs to the new bodies, or purchase complete shock assemblies if you want a full rebuild.
• Are these suitable for competitive racing or casual bashing? — These shock bodies are equally suitable for competitive racing at UK RC clubs and casual weekend bashing. The aluminium construction provides the durability needed for serious drivers while remaining affordable enough for hobbyists who want to maintain their RC buggy properly.
• What makes aluminium shock bodies better than plastic alternatives? — Aluminium offers superior rigidity, strength, and thermal properties compared to plastic shock bodies. This means your suspension maintains more consistent geometry under load, provides better handling feedback, and is less likely to flex or deform during aggressive driving, all of which contribute to better overall vehicle performance.

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 OUTLAW REAR SHOCK BODY ALUMINIUM (2) FTX8341 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.