Overview
The FTX Bugsta Painted Bodyshell in Green is a premium replacement body designed for RC enthusiasts looking to refresh their 1/10 scale RC buggy. Whether you own an FTX Bugsta 4WD Brushed Off-Road Buggy or a Carnage 2.0 truck, this pre-painted polycarbonate bodyshell delivers an eye-catching aesthetic upgrade with genuine factory quality. This is the perfect solution for RC car UK hobbyists who want to personalise their machine without investing in a completely new platform. The vibrant green finish comes factory-applied, saving you time and effort whilst ensuring a professional result that looks fantastic on the track or at the bash spot.
Designed as a direct replacement bodyshell for compatible FTX models, this component is manufactured from tough polycarbonate material that provides excellent durability whilst remaining lightweight. The pre-painted finish means you can fit this shell and hit the ground running without additional preparation work. This makes it an ideal choice for weekend bashers, casual RC enthusiasts, and competitive drivers alike who want variety without complexity. The bodyshell includes a full decal sheet, allowing you to customise the graphics to match your personal style.
For UK RC car enthusiasts seeking quality aftermarket parts at competitive prices, this genuine FTX bodyshell represents excellent value. It's a straightforward bolt-on upgrade that transforms the appearance of your ready to run RC buggy or truck, giving it a fresh, aggressive look that stands out from the crowd.
Key Features
- Pre-Painted Green Finish — The bodyshell arrives factory-painted in a striking green colour, eliminating the need for you to prime, paint and seal the shell yourself, saving considerable time and ensuring a professional finish every time.
- Polycarbonate Construction — Manufactured from durable polycarbonate material that resists cracking and damage during typical bashing and racing use, whilst remaining lightweight to preserve handling characteristics and battery runtime.
- Included Decal Sheet — A full decal sheet is provided with the bodyshell, allowing you to add graphics, text and customisation details to make the body completely unique to your machine.
- 1/10 Scale Compatibility — Designed specifically for 1/10 scale RC buggies and trucks, this shell fits the FTX Bugsta 4WD Brushed and Carnage 2.0 models directly, making installation straightforward for most users.
- Clear Windows — The bodyshell features transparent polycarbonate window areas, allowing the receiver box, battery and internal components to remain visible whilst protecting electronics from impact and weather.
- Stadium and Truggy Use — Classified as suitable for stadium truck and truggy-style RC vehicles, this bodyshell is engineered to perform equally well on groomed tracks and rough off-road terrain.
Technical Performance
This 1/10 scale bodyshell is engineered for use with the FTX Bugsta 4WD Brushed 1/10th Off-Road Buggy RTR and FTX Carnage 2.0 1/10 Brushed Truck 4WD RTR models, providing a direct fit replacement that maintains compatibility with all electrical, mechanical and suspension components. The polycarbonate material offers the ideal balance between durability and weight, critical factors for maintaining the responsive handling and acceleration characteristics of your brushed or brushless RC car UK platform. The pre-painted finish is applied during manufacturing to factory standards, ensuring consistent colour coverage, professional appearance and UV-resistant durability during outdoor use. Clear polycarbonate windows provide excellent visibility of internal components whilst offering impact protection without adding unnecessary weight. The included decal sheet allows you to apply custom graphics to personalise the bodyshell and create a unique visual identity for your machine. Whether used for recreational bashing on grass and dirt, or competitive driving on prepared RC tracks, this bodyshell delivers the quality and durability expected from a genuine FTX component manufactured to OEM specifications.
What's in the Box
- FTX Bugsta Painted Bodyshell in green
- Full decal sheet for customisation
What You Need to Complete
- Compatible FTX Bugsta 4WD Brushed 1/10th Off-Road Buggy RTR, or FTX Carnage 2.0 1/10 Brushed Truck 4WD RTR
- Body posts or mounts (FTX6948 mounts recommended if fitting to Carnage model)
- Body clips to secure the shell to the chassis
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which RC models does the FTX Bugsta bodyshell fit? — This shell is designed for direct compatibility with the FTX Bugsta 4WD Brushed 1/10th Off-Road Buggy RTR and the FTX Carnage 2.0 1/10 Brushed Truck 4WD RTR. If fitting to the Carnage model, you may require additional body mounts (part number FTX6948) to ensure proper fitment and alignment.
- Is this a pre-painted bodyshell or does it need painting? — This is a fully pre-painted bodyshell in vibrant green, ready to install straight from the box. There is no painting, priming or sealing required, making it an ideal choice for users who want an immediate upgrade without additional work or specialist equipment.
- What material is the bodyshell made from? — The bodyshell is manufactured from durable polycarbonate, a material chosen for its impact resistance, lightweight properties and excellent durability during bashing and racing use on RC car tracks and off-road terrain.
- Does the bodyshell come with graphics and decals? — Yes, a full decal sheet is included with the bodyshell, allowing you to customise the graphics and add personal touches to make your RC buggy unique. Application requires a steady hand and basic decal tools, but dramatically enhances the finished appearance.
- Can I use this shell on other RC models? — This bodyshell is engineered specifically for 1/10 scale FTX Bugsta and compatible Carnage models. Using it on other platforms may require modifications, additional mounts or adapters, so we recommend confirming compatibility before purchase if your model differs from the listed specifications.
- Is the FTX Bugsta bodyshell durable for bashing? — Yes, the polycarbonate construction is specifically designed to withstand the impacts and stresses of recreational bashing and competitive racing. The material resists cracking and remains lightweight, maintaining the performance characteristics of your RC buggy or truck during typical driving conditions.
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 BUGSTA PAINTED BODYSHELL - GREEN FTX6449G 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: FTX6449G
- EAN: 5055323971617
- Scale: 1/10
- Vehicle type: Truggy and Stadium Truck
- Bodyshell finish: Pre-painted
- Paint colour: Green
- Body material: Polycarbonate
- Decal sheet: Included
- Compatible with: FTX5530 - FTX Bugsta 4WD Brushed 1/10th Off-Road Buggy RTR, FTX5537R - FTX Carnage 2.0 1/10 Brushed Truck 4WD RTR Red, FTX5537B - FTX Carnage 2.0 1/10 Brushed Truck 4WD RTR Blue
- Additional mounts required for Carnage fitment: FTX6948 (optional)
- Window type: Clear polycarbonate
We want to make sure your delivery goes smoothly, so here are some important details about our service:
- For orders above £120, we offer delivery to most mainland UK addresses. For orders under £120, we can still deliver to Northern Ireland and the outlying isles, as long as the item can be sent by Royal Mail, weighs less than 30kg, and fits within 61cm × 46cm × 46cm. Some highland and remote areas may carry an extra delivery charge as couriers often apply surcharges in these locations. If you live in one of these areas, feel free to contact us before ordering so we can confirm the delivery options and costs for you.
- Most of our products include delivery in the price. If your order is under £90, a small delivery fee will apply but do not worry this will always be clearly shown at checkout before you complete your purchase.
- Depending on what you choose at checkout, your order will usually be delivered either the next working day or within 2 working days. For next day delivery please place your order before 2:00pm. Orders are dispatched Monday to Friday only. Some items may take a little longer and if that is the case we will always show the expected delivery time on the product page.
- If your order includes items with different dispatch times we will normally wait and send everything together once all items are in stock. If one of the items is going to take a while we will give you the choice either wait for everything to arrive or let us send the available items now and deliver the rest later. It is up to you.
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- If a product is marked as "Dispatched within 3 working days" delivery usually takes around 3 to 5 working days from when your order is placed.
- For customers in Inverness and other parts of the Scottish Highlands deliveries can take up to 2 working days even if you select next day delivery as couriers do not currently offer a guaranteed next day service to those areas.
