Overview
Transform your Traxxas Drag Slash into an iconic American muscle car with the Traxxas Body, Ford Mustang, Fox Body in striking blue. This officially licensed Ford Mustang body shell is the ultimate upgrade for RC car enthusiasts in the UK who want to combine authentic styling with genuine performance. Whether you're into RC drag racing, street bashing, or simply showcasing your collection, this pre-painted polycarbonate body delivers the aesthetic appeal and structural integrity that serious RC hobbyists demand. The notchback 5.0 Fox-chassis design is instantly recognisable and captures the essence of the legendary 1980s Mustang platform that dominated American motorsport.
This isn't just a cosmetic upgrade—it's a complete body solution designed specifically for the Drag Slash platform. The Fox-body Mustang design represents a significant engineering achievement, delivering lighter weight construction compared to hatchback variants whilst maintaining increased structural rigidity where it matters most. For RC enthusiasts across the UK seeking a ready-to-mount body shell that combines authenticity, durability, and visual impact, this Ford Mustang body offers exceptional value and performance. Whether you're laying rubber at the drag strip or flexing on the street, the 5.0 Mustang body elevates your Drag Slash to the next level.
The complete package includes everything necessary for installation: moulded side mirrors and a rear wing for enhanced aerodynamic styling, foam body bumper protection, rear body mount posts, and all mounting hardware required. As an authorised UK retailer of Traxxas products, RC Model Shop stocks this exceptional body shell, ensuring you receive genuine Traxxas quality with expert support.
Key Features
- Officially Licensed Ford Design — This body carries the authentic Ford branding and is modelled directly after the popular notchback 5.0 Fox-chassis Mustang, ensuring your RC car displays genuine licensing and iconic styling that collectors and enthusiasts recognise instantly.
- Pre-Painted Blue Finish — The body arrives in a striking pre-painted blue colour, eliminating the need for additional painting and allowing you to mount and run your Drag Slash immediately, saving time and ensuring professional results.
- Injection Moulded Side Mirrors — Detailed side mirrors are injection moulded as part of the bodyshell, providing authentic Mustang styling whilst maintaining durability through the manufacturing process and preventing breakage from casual impacts.
- Integrated Rear Wing — The rear wing is moulded directly into the design and includes a dedicated wing retainer, providing both authentic visual appeal and functional aerodynamic benefits for improved stability at speed.
- Fox-Body Design Engineering — The notchback 5.0 Fox-chassis design offers lighter weight construction compared to hatchback variants, reducing overall vehicle mass whilst maintaining increased structural rigidity for superior durability in demanding RC conditions.
- Polycarbonate Construction — The body is manufactured from robust polycarbonate material, offering the perfect balance between durability, flexibility, and light weight—essential properties for RC bodies that must withstand impacts and flex with chassis movement.
- Complete Hardware Package — Installation is straightforward with the included foam body bumper, rear body mount posts, and comprehensive mounting hardware, ensuring everything you need arrives in the box for hassle-free fitting.
- Drag Slash Specific Design — This body shell is engineered precisely for the Traxxas Drag Slash platform, ensuring perfect fitment, optimal aerodynamics, and maximum visual impact on this popular RC drag racing chassis.
- Pre-Cut and Ready to Mount — The body arrives pre-cut with mounting points already established, eliminating guesswork and allowing experienced RC enthusiasts and newcomers alike to achieve professional results quickly.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas Ford Mustang Fox Body represents precision engineering applied to RC scale bodywork. Constructed from injection-moulded polycarbonate, this 1/10 scale body shell delivers the structural properties essential for serious RC car enthusiasts. The Fox-body Mustang design philosophy emphasises weight reduction without compromising rigidity—a critical balance in RC vehicles where every gram affects acceleration, handling, and battery runtime. The pre-painted finish eliminates the variability associated with hand-painting, ensuring every body maintains consistent colour saturation and professional appearance. The integrated side mirrors and rear wing are moulded as single components, eliminating assembly requirements and potential points of failure. The foam body bumper provides genuine impact protection, absorbing energy from minor collisions whilst allowing the polycarbonate to flex naturally with chassis movement. The rear body mount posts and comprehensive hardware suite ensure secure mounting to your Drag Slash chassis, maintaining aerodynamic integrity even during intense drag racing or freestyle bashing. This body shell integrates seamlessly with Drag Slash mechanical components, optimising the chassis aerodynamics and visual proportions that define the platform's design philosophy. For UK RC enthusiasts seeking reliable, authentic, professionally finished bodywork that combines durability with striking visual appeal, this Fox-body Mustang delivers exceptional engineering and performance characteristics.
What's in the Box
- Pre-painted Ford Mustang Fox Body shell in blue
- Injection moulded side mirrors
- Rear wing with retainer
- Foam body bumper
- Rear body mount posts
- Complete mounting hardware
What You Need to Complete
- Traxxas Drag Slash chassis (body shell only—vehicle not included)
- Appropriate tools for body mounting (typically a small Phillips screwdriver)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Traxxas Ford Mustang body compatible with my RC car? — This body shell is specifically designed and engineered for the Traxxas Drag Slash platform. It will not fit other chassis models, so ensure you own or plan to purchase a Drag Slash before ordering this body.
- Do I need to paint the body before using it? — No. The body arrives pre-painted in a striking blue finish, ready for immediate mounting. This saves significant time compared to purchasing unpainted bodies and eliminates the learning curve associated with RC body painting for beginners.
- What makes the Fox-body design better than other Mustang variants? — The notchback 5.0 Fox-chassis design offers lighter weight construction compared to hatchback variants whilst providing increased structural rigidity. This engineering advantage improves acceleration, handling responsiveness, and overall performance on the Drag Slash platform.
- Can beginners install this body? — Yes. The body is pre-cut and ready to mount with all necessary hardware included. Installation typically requires only basic tools and minimal mechanical knowledge, making it accessible for RC enthusiasts of all experience levels.
- What is included with the body? — The complete package includes the pre-painted body shell, injection moulded side mirrors, rear wing with retainer, foam body bumper, rear body mount posts, and all mounting hardware required for installation on a Drag Slash chassis.
- Is this body licensed by Ford? — Yes. This is an officially licensed Ford product, featuring authentic Ford branding and design elements, ensuring you have a genuinely licensed Mustang rather than a generic sports car replica.
- What material is the body constructed from? — The bodyshell is manufactured from polycarbonate, offering the ideal balance between durability, flexibility, and light weight—essential properties for RC bodies that must withstand impacts whilst maintaining structural integrity.
- Will the side mirrors and rear wing break easily? — The side mirrors and rear wing are injection moulded as integral components of the bodyshell, providing excellent durability and impact resistance. The foam bumper offers additional protection to the front of the body from minor collisions.
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, Fox Body, Blue (includes side mirrors, wing, wing retainer, rear body mount posts, foam body bumper, & mounting hardware) TRX9421X 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: Traxxas
- Model Number: TRX9421X
- EAN: 020334942197
- Scale: 1/10
- Body Type: Ford Mustang Fox Body
- Body Finish: Pre-painted blue
- Body Material: Polycarbonate
- Design: Notchback 5.0 Fox-chassis Mustang
- Included Components: Injection moulded side mirrors, rear wing, wing retainer, foam body bumper, rear body mount posts, mounting hardware
- Compatibility: Traxxas Drag Slash chassis
- Installation: Pre-cut and ready to mount
- Construction Type: Injection moulded
- Licensing: Officially licensed Ford product
- Characteristics: Lighter weight than hatchback variants with increased structural rigidity
- Bumper Type: Foam body bumper for impact protection
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- 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.
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