FTX Futura

FTX Futura

Brand: FTX

Part Number: FTX5559


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FTX FUTURA 1/6 BRUSHLESS 2WD CONCEPT BUGGY READY SET

FTX bring you a glimpse of the future with the Futura 1/6 concept buggy. Modeled on a real design idea, the Futura brings to life how future off road dune buggies may well appear in the years to come. With its radical lines and design cues, the Futura is sure to stand out from the well-trodden paths of traditional looking buggies and trucks.

But enough about its looks. The Futura has a lot more to offer. A hinged roll cage body frame provides easy access to the chassis’ internals where twin moulded race seats provide cover for the twin lipo battery housing along the chassis. The compact mid-motor gearbox design has all metal gears and a slipper to provide maximum durability when harnessing the awesome brushless power.

Up front and hidden way from view under the moulded dashboard you are assisted with the steering by a plug in gyro unit, enabling to control those sideways moments. Big bore aluminium oil filled shocks soak up the bumps, while the thick one-piece 3mm aluminium chassis provides a solid platform for the Futura to perform.

If you like your r/c models big and powerful and have the space to unleash the Futura’s full potential then this is your calling.

FTX Futura Dune Buggy Features:

  • Metal gear transmission and differential
  • 2wd Mid-Motor chassis design
  • Adjustable slipper drive
  • Aluminium oil filled shocks
  • 3mm aluminium chassis
  • 2.4ghz radio system
  • 15kg steering servo
  • Steering gyro unit for low traction driving
  • Factory printed body panels
  • Hinged roll cage for centre chassis access
  • Removable Authentic full-scale cockpit
  • Adjustable camber front and rear
  • Adjustable shock mounting, droop
  • High traction, all terrain mounted tyres
  • Hobbywing WP 160Amp Brushless ESC
  • Brushless Motor 4076-kv2350

Spec Check:

  • Scale Size: 1/6th
  • Wheelbase: 476mm
  • Wheel Dia: 148mm (Fr)/153mm (Rr)
  • Wheel Width: 53mm (Fr)/70mm (Rr)
  • Ground Clearance: 70mm
  • Gear Ratio: 1:12.8
  • Drive: 2WD

Please Note: This kit in sold as a 90% RTR (Ready-to-run) format and requires 2 x LiPo 2S batteries, 1 x Lipo Charger, 4 x AA batteries for completion.

  • Brand: FTX
  • Part No: FTX5559
  • Barcode: 5055323978777
  • Scale: 1:5
  • Build Level: Assembled (RTR)
  • Vehicle Type: Buggy
  • Power Source: Electric - Brushless
  • Surface Type: Off Road

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Hello; can you run 6s on the ftx futara 2×3s lipos?
Asked by Steve Mcqueen on 19th April 2017

Recommended maximum is 4S (2 x 2S packs)

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

Hi I have a FTX vantage brushless and was wondering how this compares speed wise and ease of control
Asked by Ste Reece on 4th May 2017

This is a much larger car than the Vantage, so will be a great step up for you.

It's oversized, so will be tougher and should also be a bit quicker.

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

How fast does it go?
Asked by Nathan on 2nd August 2017

Around 35-40mph or so

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

Will the pro-line trencher X part number pl1184-11 fit this vehicle, the futura buggy?
Asked by Steve Mcqueen on 6th August 2017

Yes, it runs 17mm hexes - those wheels will fit on the rear no problem, on the front the extra width of the wheel means it collides with the wishbone as you apply steering lock; probably okay for a shelf queen, but not for a useable model!

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

Hi Im looking for something quicker than my Carnage brushless, do you know approx top speed of this car. Cheers Steve
Asked by Steven Reece on 23rd September 2017

We'd estimate around 35mph or so. The focus of this is large size, rather than all out speed.

If you want speed, sticking to 1:10 scale may be a better choice.

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

can i run a futura ftx on 6s or even 8s??
Asked by Steve on 30th May 2019

No, 4S max

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

I have seen a Futura run on 2 x 11.1 volt lipos and it was really quick and I would to do the same and run it on grass only,what do you think ?
Asked by Chris Cronshaw on 13th July 2020

2 x 2S is the recommended max.... 3S may work - but isn't covered under warranty

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

what is the esc pls i know it is a hobbywing of some sort thx
Asked by Dragon Boy on 26th June 2021

FTX list it as a "Hobbywing WP 160Amp Brushless ESC"

Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models

Can it be modded to 4wd ?
Asked by Patrick Graham.xc1 on 26th September 2021

No sorry it's not possible.

Answered by: Anthony @ Wheelspin Models

do you know when this car is back in stock? and do you know what the esc is in this car? i suspect that it is a hobbywing esc
Asked by Dragon Boy on 9th November 2021

There are no due dates at the moment on this and spec wise we are unsure till this arrives in the UK.

Answered by: Anthony @ Wheelspin Models

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