Overview
The FTX Tracer Aluminium Brushless Rear Suspension Arm & Steering Links (FTX9807) are precision-engineered replacement components designed specifically for the FTX Tracer Brushless 1/16th scale 4WD Monster Truck. Whether you're a dedicated RC enthusiast in the UK looking to maintain your ready-to-run RC truck or a competitor seeking to upgrade your suspension geometry, these aluminium arms deliver the durability and performance you need. As a replacement hop-up part, this upgrade option allows you to customise and fine-tune your FTX Tracer for improved handling characteristics and longevity.
Built from high-quality aluminium material, these suspension arms and steering links represent FTX's commitment to engineering excellence in the brushless RC monster truck category. If you've damaged your original suspension components during aggressive off-road driving, or simply want to enhance your truck's performance with stronger aftermarket parts, the FTX9807 offers excellent value for money. This is an essential upgrade for anyone running the FTX Tracer Brushless in serious conditions, from weekend bashing to more demanding terrain.
RC Model Shop stocks genuine FTX parts and upgrades for all popular models in the FTX range. As an authorised retailer, we understand that having access to quality replacement parts and hop-ups is crucial for keeping your RC vehicles running at their best. The Tracer has earned a strong reputation among UK RC enthusiasts for its combination of speed, durability and affordability, and these aluminium suspension components help ensure your truck continues to perform reliably.
Key Features
- Aluminium Construction — These suspension arms and steering links are manufactured from premium aluminium alloy, providing a significant strength-to-weight ratio improvement over standard plastic components. Aluminium offers superior rigidity whilst remaining lightweight, which translates to better handling precision and reduced flex during aggressive cornering and jumps.
- Precision-Engineered Design — FTX has designed these components to exacting standards, ensuring perfect fitment and alignment with your FTX Tracer Brushless chassis. The precise geometry helps maintain consistent suspension geometry and steering response across repeated impacts and rough terrain.
- Enhanced Durability — Aluminium arms are significantly more resistant to breaking and bending compared to plastic alternatives, making them ideal for bashers who regularly subject their vehicles to harsh conditions, jumps and impacts on UK terrain.
- Improved Handling Characteristics — By upgrading to stiffer aluminium components, you'll experience reduced chassis flex and more responsive steering input, allowing for tighter cornering and more predictable vehicle behaviour on both indoor carpet and outdoor grass or gravel tracks.
- Direct Fit Compatibility — These hop-up parts are specifically engineered to fit the FTX Tracer Brushless models without requiring modification or additional adapters, making installation straightforward for users with basic mechanical knowledge.
- Cost-Effective Upgrade — As a targeted suspension upgrade rather than a complete replacement chassis kit, the FTX9807 offers excellent value for money, allowing you to improve your truck's performance without significant investment.
Technical Performance
The FTX Tracer Aluminium Brushless Rear Suspension Arm & Steering Links represent a focused upgrade path for owners of the FTX Tracer Brushless 1/16th 4WD Monster Truck. The brushless motor in the Tracer delivers impressive performance from compact dimensions, and upgrading the suspension components ensures the chassis can handle the power delivery effectively. These aluminium arms are significantly more rigid than the standard plastic items found on the RTR model, reducing unwanted flex and improving the transfer of power to the ground. The material choice reflects modern RC engineering principles where aluminium offers the sweet spot between weight saving and structural integrity. For drivers running the Tracer in competitive environments or high-intensity bashing sessions, the improved suspension geometry provided by these precision-engineered components helps maintain consistent handling across varied terrain and repeated impacts. The steering links work in harmony with the suspension arms to ensure responsive directional control, critical for navigating technical courses or executing sharp turns at speed.
What's in the Box
- FTX Tracer Aluminium Brushless Rear Suspension Arms and Steering Links assembly
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this a complete rear suspension replacement for my FTX Tracer Brushless? — The FTX9807 provides aluminium rear suspension arms and steering links specifically for the FTX Tracer Brushless 1/16th 4WD Monster Truck. This is a replacement hop-up component that upgrades the factory parts with more durable aluminium construction, offering better performance and longevity during intense RC driving sessions.
- What FTX Tracer models is this compatible with? — These suspension components are designed to fit the FTX Tracer Brushless 1/16th 4WD Monster Truck in all available colour options: Yellow (FTX5596Y), Blue (FTX5596B), and Red (FTX5596R). If you own any version of the FTX Tracer Brushless RTR, this upgrade will be compatible with your chassis.
- Why would I upgrade to aluminium suspension arms? — The factory plastic suspension arms on entry-level RTR trucks can flex under load and are susceptible to breakage during aggressive driving or impacts. Upgrading to aluminium provides significantly improved rigidity, reducing flex and improving handling response. Aluminium is also more resistant to breaking from impacts, making it ideal for drivers who frequently bash their trucks or race competitively. For serious RC enthusiasts in the UK, this upgrade is one of the first suspension improvements worth making.
- Will upgrading the suspension arms improve my truck's speed? — Whilst these components won't directly increase top speed, the improved rigidity and reduced flex will help ensure power is transferred more efficiently to the wheels. You'll also notice sharper handling and better cornering performance, which can translate to faster lap times on technical courses when combined with smooth driving technique.
- How difficult is installation? — Installation requires basic mechanical knowledge and standard RC tools such as hex keys. The parts are designed as a direct fit replacement, so no modifications to the chassis should be necessary. If you're comfortable performing routine maintenance on your FTX Tracer, you should be able to install these suspension arms without difficulty.
- Is this suitable for beginners? — Whilst this is an excellent upgrade part, beginners may not immediately notice the benefits of aluminium suspension arms. If you're just starting with your FTX Tracer RTR, we'd recommend learning to maintain and drive the truck first. Once you've gained experience and want to push your truck harder, this hop-up is an ideal next step to improve durability and handling.
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 TRACER ALUMINIUM BRUSHLESS RR SUSPENSION ARM & STEERING LINKS FTX9807 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: FTX9807
- EAN: 5056135766033
- Product Type: Aluminium Brushless Rear Suspension Arm & Steering Links
- Tune-Up Type: Chassis
- Compatible Models: FTX5596Y FTX Tracer Brushless 1/16th 4WD Monster Truck RTR Yellow, FTX5596B FTX Tracer Brushless 1/16th 4WD Monster Truck RTR Blue, FTX5596R FTX Tracer 1/16 4WD Brushless Monster Truck RTR Red
- Material: Aluminium alloy
- Components: Rear suspension arms and steering links assembly
- Vehicle Scale: 1/16th scale
- Drive Type: 4WD
- Motor Type: Brushless
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