FTX Outlaw Rear Shock Shafts and Pistons Suspension Spares FTX8340

Overview

The FTX Outlaw Rear Shock Shafts & Pistons (2) FTX8340 are genuine replacement suspension components designed for the FTX Outlaw and FTX Zorro RC vehicles. Whether you're a seasoned RC enthusiast in the UK or a weekend basher who puts their machine through demanding off-road conditions, having quality replacement shock shafts and pistons is essential for maintaining peak performance. These OEM-specification parts ensure your RC buggy or trophy truck suspension operates at maximum efficiency, providing the responsive handling and consistent damping that serious RC drivers demand.

Suspension components are among the most frequently replaced parts on any RC car UK, as they experience constant stress during jumps, landings, and rough terrain driving. The shock shafts and pistons work together as a critical assembly within your vehicle's suspension system, directly affecting how your machine absorbs impacts and maintains traction. When these components wear out, you'll notice reduced responsiveness, inconsistent damping behaviour, and potential fluid leakage from your shocks. The FTX8340 replacement set provides genuine parts that restore your Outlaw or Zorro to factory specifications, ensuring you can continue enjoying competitive performance whether you're racing on a track or bashing in the countryside.

As an authorised FTX retailer, RC Model Shop stocks genuine FTX spare parts to keep your machine running at its best. These rear shock shafts and pistons are specifically engineered to match the suspension geometry and performance characteristics of the FTX Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy and the FTX Zorro Trophy Truck, meaning you're getting exactly the right components for your model.

Key Features

• Genuine OEM Replacement Components — These are authentic FTX factory parts, not aftermarket alternatives, ensuring perfect compatibility with your shock absorbers and guaranteed fitment to your vehicle's suspension system.
• Complete Rear Shock Assembly Set — The kit includes two complete shock shaft and piston assemblies, giving you both rear shocks in one package so you can service or replace both sides simultaneously for balanced suspension performance.
• Compatible with Multiple FTX Models — These parts fit the FTX Outlaw 1/10 4WD brushed and brushless variants, as well as the FTX Zorro Trophy Truck brushed model, making them a versatile choice if you own multiple FTX vehicles.
• Precision-Engineered Damping Characteristics — The piston design and shaft specifications have been carefully engineered to provide consistent oil flow restriction and damping response, essential for maintaining predictable handling across varying terrain and driving conditions.
• Wear-Resistant Construction — Designed to withstand the demands of regular RC use, these shock components are manufactured to resist wear and maintain their tolerances over extended periods of operation.
• Easy Installation — Straightforward replacement for experienced RC hobbyists, these shafts and pistons simply swap in place of worn components within your existing shock bodies, no special tools or expertise required beyond basic RC maintenance knowledge.

Technical Performance

The shock shafts and pistons are critical suspension components that directly influence how your FTX Outlaw ultra-4 buggy or Zorro trophy truck responds to terrain. The shaft diameter and piston design work together to control oil flow through the damper chambers, creating the damping resistance that slows spring oscillation and prevents excessive bouncing. When these components wear out, clearances increase between the shaft and shock body, allowing oil to bypass the piston more easily and resulting in sluggish, unresponsive suspension feel. By replacing worn shafts and pistons with these genuine FTX components, you restore the precise tolerances that FTX engineers designed into your vehicle from the factory. The shafts are manufactured to exact specifications to ensure smooth operation within the shock body without binding or excessive play, whilst the pistons feature the correct orifice sizes and designs to deliver the damping curve that suits the weight, power delivery, and intended use of the Outlaw and Zorro platforms. Whether you're running your RC buggy or trophy truck at high speeds across rough ground, executing aggressive landings from jumps, or technical crawling over rocky terrain, fresh shock shafts and pistons maintain consistent performance and help prevent damage to other suspension components caused by inadequate damping.

What's in the Box

• 2 × Rear Shock Shafts with Pistons

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which FTX models do these rear shock shafts and pistons fit? — These FTX8340 components are compatible with three FTX models: the FTX Outlaw 1/10 4WD Ultra-4 RTR Buggy in both brushed (FTX5570) and brushless (FTX5571) variants, and the FTX Zorro Trophy Truck Brushed RTR in blue (FTX5556B). If you own any of these FTX vehicles, these shocks will be a perfect fit.
• Why do I need to replace my shock shafts and pistons? — Over time, shock components experience wear from repeated compression and extension cycles, exposure to dirt and moisture, and the physical stress of absorbing impacts. Worn shafts and pistons result in poor damping performance, inconsistent suspension feel, and potential fluid leakage. Replacing them restores your RC car's handling to factory specifications.
• Are these genuine FTX parts or aftermarket copies? — These are genuine OEM (original equipment manufacturer) FTX components, meaning they're made by FTX to the same specifications as the parts on new vehicles. This guarantees compatibility, quality, and performance reliability that you might not get from cheaper aftermarket alternatives.
• How often should I replace my shock shafts and pistons? — This depends on how frequently you use your RC buggy or trophy truck and the conditions you drive in. Regular weekend bashers might replace shocks once per year or every 10-15 hours of use, whilst competitive drivers may service them more frequently. Inspect your shocks regularly for leaks, wear, or sluggish damping response as indicators that replacement is needed.
• Can I replace just the shafts and pistons, or do I need new shock bodies? — You can definitely replace just the internal shaft and piston components whilst reusing your existing shock bodies, provided the body isn't damaged or leaking. This makes these replacement components a cost-effective maintenance solution.
• Do I need any special tools to install these? — Basic RC maintenance tools are typically sufficient: a shock tool or vice to hold the shock body, a spanner to remove the top cap, and basic hex tools to remove your shocks from the vehicle. If you're not comfortable with this level of maintenance, many local RC hobby shops in the UK offer assembly services.

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 SHAFTS & PISTONS (2) FTX8340 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.