Overview
The Fastrax Straight Aluminium Rod Ends 19.5x6mm M3 Screw (10pc) represent a professional-grade upgrade component designed for serious RC enthusiasts across the UK. Whether you're running a crawler, buggy, or any other RC vehicle that requires precision steering linkages, these aluminium rod ends deliver the durability and reliability demanded by competitive and recreational RC car builders alike. These components are essential for anyone looking to upgrade their RC car with higher-quality parts that improve handling, responsiveness, and overall vehicle performance on the track or trail.
Manufactured by Fastrax, a recognised name in quality RC upgrades and option parts, these rod ends are machined from premium aluminium to exacting tolerances. The straight design combined with the M3 screw thread specification makes them compatible with a wide range of popular RC models, including Traxxas, Team Associated, Team Losi, HPI, Axial Racing, Mugen, and Tamiya platform vehicles. If you're serious about maintaining or upgrading your ready-to-run RC car or race kit, having quality rod ends like these in your spare parts box is absolutely essential.
This pack includes ten complete rod end assemblies, providing excellent value and ensuring you have spares for repairs, tuning adjustments, or building multiple vehicles. The straight configuration is ideal for applications where direct linkage geometry is required, making these parts particularly popular among RC crawlers and off-road enthusiasts who demand precision steering control in challenging terrain. RC Model Shop stocks genuine Fastrax parts, so you can be confident you're getting authentic components that will perform reliably race after race.
Key Features
- Straight Aluminium Construction — These rod ends are machined from high-quality aluminium alloy, which provides an excellent balance of strength and lightweight performance, crucial for minimising unsprung weight and improving vehicle responsiveness in your RC car setup.
- 19.5x6mm Dimensions — The precisely specified 19.5mm length and 6mm diameter bore provide a compact form factor suitable for tight chassis layouts whilst maintaining structural integrity under the stresses of racing and bashing.
- M3 Screw Thread — The M3 metric thread specification is the industry standard for RC rod ends and ensures seamless compatibility with the vast majority of RC car linkage systems, steering bellcranks, and suspension pivot points across multiple manufacturer platforms.
- Pack of 10 Units — Ten complete rod end assemblies provide excellent value for money, ensuring you have replacements for maintenance, spare kits for different vehicles, or components to swap for different steering geometry configurations.
- Wide Platform Compatibility — These rod ends are designed to work with numerous popular RC vehicle ranges including Traxxas models, Team Associated platforms, Team Losi vehicles, HPI options, Axial Racing crawlers, Mugen touring cars, Tamiya buggies, and Element Enduro rigs, making them a versatile upgrade choice.
- Professional-Grade Quality — Fastrax is renowned in the RC hobby for delivering quality option parts that offer genuine performance benefits, and these rod ends are manufactured to ensure smooth operation and extended service life under demanding conditions.
Technical Performance
The Fastrax Straight Aluminium Rod Ends represent a precision engineering solution for RC car builders who understand that quality steering linkages are fundamental to vehicle performance. The aluminium construction provides superior rigidity compared to plastic alternatives, reducing flex in the steering system and delivering more direct, responsive handling characteristics that translates to better lap times and more predictable vehicle behaviour on technical terrain. The 19.5x6mm specification has been engineered to deliver the optimal balance between lightweight performance and sufficient bearing surface area for durability, ensuring that these rod ends will withstand thousands of steering inputs without wear or play developing in the linkage system. The M3 screw specification is the global standard in RC car design, and these components are manufactured to ISO metric standards, ensuring perfect compatibility with steering bellcranks, suspension links, and chassis components from virtually every major RC manufacturer worldwide. The straight design (as opposed to ball-end variations) is particularly favoured in crawler applications and precision suspension tuning scenarios where geometry needs to be exact and adjustable. Each of the ten rod ends supplied in this pack is individually finished to high tolerances, and the combination of material selection and manufacturing process ensures that you're receiving components that will perform reliably whether you're running a casual weekend basher, a competitive race vehicle, or a dedicated off-road crawler.
What's in the Box
- 10x Fastrax Straight Aluminium Rod Ends (19.5x6mm M3 Screw)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are these rod ends compatible with my RC car? — These M3 straight aluminium rod ends are compatible with a very wide range of RC vehicles including Traxxas models, Team Associated cars, Team Losi platforms, HPI vehicles, Axial Racing crawlers, Mugen touring cars, Tamiya buggies, Rival MT10, and Element Enduro rigs. However, you should verify that your specific vehicle uses M3 metric thread rod ends and that the 19.5x6mm straight configuration matches your steering linkage design before purchasing. Check your vehicle manual or contact our team at RC Model Shop for specific compatibility advice.
- What is the difference between straight and ball-end rod ends? — Straight rod ends like these provide a fixed pivot point and are ideal for precision steering geometry in crawlers and tuning-sensitive applications where exact suspension angles matter. Ball-end variants offer more adjustability and angulation, making them better suited to general-purpose racing applications. The straight design requires that components be aligned precisely but rewards you with more predictable, responsive handling.
- Why should I upgrade to aluminium rod ends? — Aluminium rod ends offer superior rigidity, reduced flex, and better durability compared to plastic alternatives commonly found on standard RC cars. This results in more direct steering response, improved handling consistency, and longer service life, making them particularly valuable if you're upgrading a ready-to-run RC car or building a competitive race platform.
- How many spares should I keep? — With ten rod ends included in each pack, you'll have plenty for repairs, tuning adjustments, and spare kits for multiple vehicles. Rod ends do occasionally wear or fail in hard racing conditions, so keeping spares is highly recommended for anyone running their RC car regularly.
- Are these genuine Fastrax parts? — Yes, RC Model Shop stocks only genuine Fastrax components. Fastrax is an authorised brand partnership, and we guarantee authenticity of all parts supplied from our Walsall store.
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 FASTRAX STRAIGHT ALUMINIUM ROD ENDS 19.5X6MM M3 SCREW (10PC) FAST2553BK 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.
- Product Type: Straight Aluminium Rod Ends
- Brand: Fastrax
- Model Number: FAST2553BK
- Rod End Length: 19.5mm
- Rod End Bore Diameter: 6mm
- Thread Type: M3 Screw
- Material: Aluminium Alloy
- Design: Straight Configuration
- Quantity per Pack: 10 Units
- Compatibility: Element Enduro, Traxxas Models, Team Associated, Team Losi, HPI, Axial Racing, Mugen, Rival MT10, Tamiya
- Stock Status: In Stock
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