Overview
The FTX Banzai Front Shock Tower (FTX6560) is an essential replacement and upgrade component for owners of the FTX Banzai 1/10th scale RC car. Whether you're maintaining your ready to run RC car after enthusiastic bashing sessions or looking to enhance the suspension geometry of your drift vehicle, this front shock tower delivers the quality and precision engineering that FTX is renowned for in the UK RC hobby market. This genuine OEM spare part is specifically engineered to fit the FTX Banzai platform, ensuring perfect compatibility and optimal performance.
The front shock tower is a critical structural component in any RC car's suspension system, responsible for maintaining correct ride height, shock angle, and overall chassis geometry. A worn, damaged or bent shock tower can significantly compromise handling characteristics, suspension performance and the overall driving experience of your 4WD RC drift car. The FTX Banzai Front Shock Tower provides a straightforward solution for restoration and customisation, allowing you to maintain your vehicle in peak condition or experiment with different suspension setups to fine-tune your on-track performance.
RC enthusiasts and casual bashers alike will appreciate the affordability and availability of this genuine FTX spare part through RC Model Shop. With UK stock and next-working-day delivery available on orders over £99, getting your Banzai back on the road has never been easier. Whether you race your RC car competitively or simply enjoy weekend sessions at the local car park, having quality replacement parts on hand ensures minimal downtime and maximum enjoyment.
Key Features
- Genuine FTX OEM Part — This is an authentic FTX factory component, not an aftermarket copy, guaranteeing exact fit and finish compatibility with your FTX Banzai 1/10th scale RC car. Original equipment manufacturer parts ensure your vehicle performs exactly as designed by the engineers at FTX.
- Direct Replacement Component — The FTX6560 is a direct replacement for the front shock tower on your Banzai drift car, meaning no modifications, fitting issues or compatibility problems. Simply remove the damaged component and install this one.
- Precise Suspension Geometry — The shock tower maintains the correct mounting angles and ride height geometry essential for proper suspension function, ensuring your shocks operate at their optimal angles and your chassis sits at the correct ride height.
- Affordable Spares Solution — At just £2.29 (before VAT), this component represents exceptional value for money, making it easy to keep your RC car in perfect condition without significant expense. Buying OEM spares is more economical than replacing entire suspension assemblies.
- Compatible with Multiple Banzai Variants — This shock tower fits the FTX Banzai 1/10th Scale 4WD RTR in both red and green colour variants, as well as the FTX 1/10 Touring/Drift Car Roller Chassis, providing versatile compatibility across the Banzai platform.
- Quick and Simple Installation — Fitting the shock tower requires only basic tools and RC car knowledge, making this a straightforward maintenance task even for newer hobbyists. No special equipment or technical expertise needed.
Technical Performance
The FTX Banzai Front Shock Tower is engineered from robust materials designed to withstand the demands of 1/10th scale electric RC car use. As a suspension geometry component, the shock tower must maintain precise dimensional tolerance to ensure your brushed electric motor-powered Banzai handles predictably during high-speed drift runs and cornering manoeuvres. The tower supports the upper suspension mounting points for your shock absorbers, directly influencing how suspension travel translates into vertical chassis movement. By maintaining correct shock angles, the component ensures your suspension compresses and extends smoothly without binding, binding or creating unwanted friction. The engineering behind the FTX Banzai platform has proven robust through extensive real-world testing in the competitive RC car community across the UK. This spare part preserves that performance inheritance, ensuring consistency across your RC hobby activities whether you're enjoying casual bashers or pursuing more serious competitive drift racing with your 1/10th scale ready to run vehicle.
What's in the Box
- FTX Banzai Front Shock Tower (FTX6560)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which FTX Banzai models does this front shock tower fit? — This FTX6560 component is compatible with the FTX Banzai 1/10th Scale 4WD RTR RC Car in both red (FTX5529) and green (FTX5529G) colour variants, as well as the FTX 1/10 Touring/Drift Car Roller Chassis (FTX5536). If you own any of these Banzai models, this is the correct replacement part.
- What happens if my shock tower is damaged or bent? — A damaged shock tower will cause your suspension geometry to be compromised, resulting in uneven shock compression, poor handling and potential collision with the chassis during heavy impacts. Replacement is essential for safe, predictable RC car operation. This genuine FTX part restores your vehicle to factory specifications.
- Is this difficult to fit to my RC car? — No. The front shock tower is a straightforward replacement component that bolts directly onto your Banzai chassis. Basic RC car maintenance knowledge and standard tools (typically just a small screwdriver or hex key) are all that's needed. Most users can complete installation in under 10 minutes.
- Can I use this shock tower to upgrade my drift setup? — Yes. The FTX Banzai platform supports different suspension geometries through alternative shock tower options. This part provides a genuine OEM solution if you're restoring your vehicle to standard specification or replacing a damaged component. For alternative geometries, you would need to consult FTX Banzai upgrade guides or specialist retailers.
- Why should I buy genuine FTX spares instead of cheaper alternatives? — Genuine OEM parts are engineered and tested to exact specifications by FTX, ensuring perfect fit, finish and performance compatibility. Cheap aftermarket copies may appear similar but often suffer from dimensional inconsistencies, poor material quality, and fitment issues that compromise handling and suspension function. False economy in RC spares frequently results in poorer performance and additional frustration.
- How long does delivery take from RC Model Shop? — Orders over £99 qualify for free mainland UK delivery, typically arriving next working day. This small component ships quickly, ensuring you can get your Banzai back in action without unnecessary delay.
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 BANZAI FRONT SHOCK TOWER FTX6560 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: FTX6560
- Product Type: Front Shock Tower
- Spare Part Category: Chassis Spares
- Scale: 1/10th
- Compatible Models: FTX5529 FTX Banzai 1/10th Scale 4WD RTR Brushed Electric Street Drift Car Red, FTX5536 FTX 1/10 Touring/Drift Car Roller Chassis Only, FTX5529G FTX Banzai 1/10th Scale 4WD RTR Brushed Electric Street Drift Car Green
- EAN: 5055323959707
- Price: £2.29 (excluding VAT)
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