Overview
The Traxxas Body, Ford Mustang (Clear, requires painting) is the perfect choice for RC enthusiasts who want to create a truly custom RC car UK experience. This clear bodyshell transforms your 4-Tec 2.0 platform into an iconic American muscle car, giving you complete creative control over the final appearance of your brushless RC model. Whether you're a seasoned competitor looking to stand out at the track or a weekend basher who wants a unique, personalised look, this Ford Mustang body offers an exceptional canvas for your imagination.
From mild to wild, Traxxas clear bodies are your own personal canvas. You choose the colour and design, and Traxxas ProGraphix paint makes it easy to achieve professional quality results that rival factory-painted ready to run RC cars. This isn't just another body shell — it's an invitation to express your creativity and build something truly distinctive that reflects your style and personality. The iconic Ford Mustang design is instantly recognisable and delivers genuine American muscle car appeal to your RC collection.
This premium body comes fully trimmed and ready to paint, eliminating the guesswork and frustration of cutting and preparing a blank shell. It's supplied complete with everything needed to get started on your customisation project, making it an ideal choice for UK RC enthusiasts who want professional results without the complexity of working with unprepared bodywork.
Key Features
- Fully Trimmed Design — The body arrives completely trimmed and prepared for painting, saving you significant time and effort compared to working with raw bodyshells that require cutting and finishing, so you can focus on creating your custom paint scheme rather than dealing with tedious preparation work.
- Clear Shell Construction — The transparent polycarbonate material allows you to see the quality of the finish and provides a professional canvas for your Traxxas ProGraphix paint application, ensuring your custom colours and designs display with exceptional clarity and depth.
- Pre-Drilled Body Holes — All mounting holes come pre-drilled for easy installation onto your 4-Tec 2.0 chassis, eliminating the need for precision drilling and reducing the risk of damage during the fitting process, ensuring a perfect fit every time.
- Complete Decal Sheet Included — A professional-quality decal sheet is supplied in the box, allowing you to add finishing touches and authentic Mustang branding to complement your custom paint scheme and create a show-stopping final appearance.
- Window Masking Included — Pre-cut window masks are provided to protect glass areas during painting, ensuring clean, professional results and saving you the hassle of creating masks yourself, which is essential for achieving that premium factory look.
- Protective Overspray Film — A pre-applied protective film shields the body during painting and preparation, preventing accidental damage and ensuring the final painted surface is flawless and ready for display or racing.
- 4-Tec 2.0 Compatibility — This body is specifically designed for the Traxxas 4-Tec 2.0 platform, ensuring perfect fitment and aerodynamics, whether you're running a competitive track setup or a high-speed street bash configuration.
- Traxxas ProGraphix Paint Ready — The body is optimised for use with Traxxas ProGraphix paint system, which delivers professional-grade results with superior colour matching and durability, making it the recommended choice for achieving authentic Ford Mustang colours or creating bold custom designs.
Technical Performance
This Traxxas clear body shell represents the pinnacle of RC bodywork engineering and quality. Manufactured from premium polycarbonate material, the Ford Mustang design captures the unmistakable proportions and styling of the legendary American muscle car, translated into perfect 4-Tec 2.0 scale proportions. The body's construction combines lightweight properties essential for competitive RC racing with the structural rigidity needed to maintain shape during high-speed runs on track or off-road circuits. The full-trim design means every panel, window opening, and aerodynamic line is precision-cut at the factory, eliminating time-consuming post-purchase preparation that would be required with alternative body options. The pre-applied overspray film protects against accidental damage during the critical painting and assembly phases, whilst the included window masking system ensures clean glass areas that enhance the professional appearance of the final build. The pre-drilled mounting holes align perfectly with the 4-Tec 2.0 chassis architecture, guaranteeing a secure fit that maintains proper weight distribution and aerodynamic performance. When finished with Traxxas ProGraphix paint and the supplied decal sheet, this body delivers show-quality results comparable to factory-finished ready to run RC cars, making it an excellent choice for both display and competitive use across UK RC racing circuits and casual driving environments.
What's in the Box
- Traxxas 4-Tec 2.0 Ford Mustang clear polycarbonate body shell
- Professional decal sheet for authenticity and customisation
- Window masking tape for clean paint lines
- Pre-applied protective overspray film
What You Need to Complete
- Traxxas ProGraphix paint in your chosen colours (recommended for optimal results)
- 4-Tec 2.0 compatible chassis and running gear
- Spray equipment or painting supplies for applying custom colour scheme
- Clear coat (optional, but recommended for durability and professional finish)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between a clear body and a painted body? — A clear body shell gives you complete creative control to design and paint your own custom colour scheme, making each build unique to your preferences. Painted bodies come pre-finished in set colours and designs, which saves time but removes the customisation opportunity. Clear bodies like the Ford Mustang let you express your individuality and create something truly personal, whilst painted options are ideal if you want immediate usability without painting preparation.
- Do I need special paint to finish this Mustang body? — Traxxas ProGraphix paint is specifically formulated and recommended for optimal results on this body shell. These specialist RC paints are designed to adhere perfectly to polycarbonate bodywork and deliver professional-quality finishes with excellent colour matching and durability. Whilst other paints might work, ProGraphix paints are engineered for RC applications and provide superior results that justify the investment in getting your paint scheme exactly right.
- How long will the painting process take? — The actual painting time depends on your chosen colour scheme and technique, typically ranging from 2-4 hours of active painting time plus drying periods between coats. The advantage of this body is that it arrives fully trimmed and prepared, so you can go straight to painting without spending additional hours on cutting, trimming, and preparation work that would be needed with less refined body options.
- Is this suitable for beginners to RC car customisation? — Yes, this is an excellent choice for beginners interested in custom bodywork. The fully trimmed design eliminates complex cutting and preparation, whilst the included window masking and decal sheet make the finishing process straightforward. If you're new to painting RC bodies, this kit removes the technical barriers and lets you focus on enjoying the creative aspect of customising your own RC car UK setup.
- Will this body fit my existing 4-Tec 2.0 chassis? — This body is specifically engineered for the Traxxas 4-Tec 2.0 platform, with pre-drilled holes that align perfectly with the chassis mounting points. If you own a 4-Tec 2.0, installation is straightforward — simply mount the painted body onto your existing chassis and you're ready to run.
- What makes Traxxas bodies superior to generic alternatives? — Traxxas bodies are manufactured to exacting standards using premium polycarbonate material, ensuring consistent quality, durability, and perfect fitment with Traxxas chassis platforms. The Ford Mustang design is officially licensed, meaning the proportions and styling details accurately represent the real vehicle. Generic alternative bodies may offer lower cost, but Traxxas bodies deliver superior build quality, perfect fitment, and that authentic licensed design that makes your RC car truly special.
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 Traxxas Body, Ford Mustang (Clear, requires painting) / window masks / decal sheet TRX8312 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.
- Manufacturer: Traxxas
- Model Number: TRX8312
- Product Type: Clear polycarbonate body shell
- Vehicle Type: Ford Mustang 4-door sedan
- Compatible Platform: 4-Tec 2.0
- Body Condition: Clear, requires painting
- Body Material: Polycarbonate
- Construction: Fully trimmed, pre-cut
- Pre-Drilled: Yes, all mounting holes pre-drilled for 4-Tec 2.0 chassis
- Protective Coating: Pre-applied overspray film
- Included Accessories: Decal sheet, window masking tape
- Recommended Paint: Traxxas ProGraphix paint system
- EAN Code: 020334831200
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