Overview
The FTX Rally MK2RS Anti-roll Bar Set (FTX11383) is an essential upgrade component designed specifically for the FTX MK2RS 1/10th brushless rally car. This suspension tuning part allows you to fine-tune your rally car's handling characteristics and cornering performance, making it an ideal choice for RC car enthusiasts in the UK who want to optimise their vehicle's on-track behaviour. Whether you're a dedicated rally racer or an experienced RC hobbyist looking to improve your car's stability during aggressive cornering, this anti-roll bar set delivers the precision engineering you need.
Anti-roll bars, also known as sway bars or stabiliser bars, are critical suspension components that reduce body roll during cornering and help maintain consistent tyre contact with the track surface. The FTX Rally MK2RS Anti-roll Bar Set is engineered to work seamlessly with the FTX MK2RS platform, ensuring perfect compatibility and reliable performance. This is genuine FTX manufacturer spare parts, built to the same quality standards as the complete rally car itself, so you can trust in the durability and fit of this component.
As part of the FTX range of RC vehicle upgrades available to UK buyers, this anti-roll bar set represents genuine manufacturer engineering designed by FTX specialists who understand exactly what the MK2RS rally car needs for optimal suspension tuning. Whether you're preparing your brushless rally car for competitive racing or simply want to enhance the handling of your 1/10th scale model, this hop-up part is a worthwhile investment in your RC experience.
Key Features
- Genuine FTX Manufacturer Component — This anti-roll bar set is produced directly by FTX, ensuring it meets the exact specifications and quality standards required for perfect compatibility with your FTX MK2RS rally car, with no fitment issues or surprises.
- Designed for the FTX MK2RS 1/10th Rally Car — This suspension component is engineered specifically for the FTX MK2RS brushless rally platform, meaning you get optimised performance that works in harmony with the rest of your vehicle's suspension geometry and tuning characteristics.
- Suspension Tuning and Handling Optimisation — Anti-roll bars control body roll during cornering and help keep your rally car planted on the track, improving stability and allowing you to push harder through corners with greater confidence and predictability.
- Easy Installation — As a dedicated hop-up part designed for the MK2RS, installation is straightforward for anyone with basic RC car maintenance knowledge, making it accessible to both beginners learning suspension tuning and experienced racers making fine adjustments.
- Enhances Cornering Performance — By reducing excessive body roll and improving tyre contact consistency, this anti-roll bar set allows your rally car to maintain better grip through fast corners, translating to quicker lap times and smoother, more predictable handling characteristics.
- Quality Spare Parts Option — If your existing anti-roll bars have become worn, damaged, or bent through use, this genuine FTX replacement set restores your suspension to factory specification and performance standards.
Technical Performance
The FTX Rally MK2RS Anti-roll Bar Set is engineered as a precision suspension component for 1/10th scale off-road rally racing. Anti-roll bars function by connecting the left and right sides of the suspension, creating a mechanical link that resists body roll during cornering. This engineering reduces the amount your rally car leans over as it navigates fast turns, keeping the chassis flatter and maintaining more consistent tyre contact with the racing surface. The result is improved grip, more predictable handling, and the ability to corner at higher speeds with greater stability. The FTX MK2RS is a brushless electric rally car platform that demands suspension components capable of handling the high speeds and aggressive cornering forces of competitive rally racing. This anti-roll bar set is designed to withstand the demands of serious RC rally competition whilst remaining light enough not to add unnecessary unsprung mass that would compromise suspension responsiveness. The materials and engineering reflect FTX's commitment to producing hop-up parts that genuinely enhance performance rather than simply adding cost. By tuning your anti-roll bar setup, you can dial in the exact handling balance your driving style demands, whether that means reducing body roll for maximum grip or allowing slightly more roll for a more forgiving feel during learning or practice sessions.
What's in the Box
- FTX Rally MK2RS Anti-roll Bar Set (complete suspension tuning component)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is an anti-roll bar and why do I need one on my RC rally car? — An anti-roll bar, also called a sway bar or stabiliser bar, is a suspension component that reduces body roll during cornering. When you're driving your FTX MK2RS rally car through fast turns, the chassis naturally wants to lean or roll. An anti-roll bar resists this roll by mechanically linking the left and right suspension, keeping your car flatter through corners. This improves grip because your tyres maintain more consistent contact with the track surface, and it makes cornering more predictable and controllable. If you're serious about rally racing performance, proper anti-roll bar tuning is essential for competitive lap times.
- Is this anti-roll bar set compatible with other FTX models? — No, this anti-roll bar set is specifically designed for the FTX MK2RS 1/10th brushless rally car. Whilst FTX produces anti-roll bar sets for many of their vehicles, each model has unique suspension geometry and mounting points. Only use components specified for your exact model to ensure proper fit, function, and safety. If you own a different FTX model, check the FTX options and hop-ups category for the correct part number for your vehicle.
- Will this improve my lap times? — Yes, properly tuned anti-roll bars can significantly improve your on-track performance by reducing understeer and oversteer, improving tyre grip during cornering, and making your handling more predictable and responsive. However, anti-roll bar tuning is just one part of overall suspension setup. For the best results, combine this with other suspension tuning, appropriate tyre choice, and driving technique development. Many UK RC racers find that experimenting with anti-roll bar stiffness is one of the most effective ways to dial in handling for their preferred driving style.
- How difficult is it to install the anti-roll bar set? — Installation difficulty depends on your mechanical experience and the current state of your rally car. The FTX MK2RS is designed with hop-up tuning in mind, so FTX components typically fit straightforwardly. If you're comfortable performing basic RC car maintenance and have a Phillips screwdriver and possibly a hex key set, you should be able to install this anti-roll bar set successfully. If you're new to RC car suspension tuning, consider consulting online build guides for the FTX MK2RS or visiting a local RC shop for guidance.
- Do I need new anti-roll bars if my current ones are undamaged? — If your current anti-roll bars are straight, undamaged, and not worn, you may not need to replace them purely for performance reasons. However, many racers experiment with different anti-roll bar stiffness levels to fine-tune handling characteristics. If you've damaged your bars through impacts or crashes, or if you want to try different suspension setups, having this spare set gives you options for experimentation and tuning.
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 RALLY ANTI-ROLL BAR SET FTX11383 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.
- Model: FTX Rally MK2RS Anti-roll Bar Set
- Manufacturer: FTX
- Part Number: FTX11383
- EAN: 5056135791745
- Scale: 1/10th
- Component Type: Suspension anti-roll bar set
- Compatibility: FTX5470W FTX MK2RS 1/10th Brushless Rally Car RTR White
- Compatibility: FTX5470BK FTX MK2RS 1/10th Brushless Rally Car RTR Black
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