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Servo Arms

Servo arms are essential components that transfer movement from the servo to your RC vehicle’s steering, throttle, brake, or auxiliary systems. Choosing the correct servo arm improves steering precision, durability, and overall control while helping to reduce unwanted flex under load. We offer a wide selection of aluminum, composite, and heavy-duty servo arms compatible with popular 21T, 23T, 24T, and 25T spline servos from leading RC brands.

Servo Arms – Complete Buying Guide
Servo arms are often overlooked, yet they play a major role in the performance and reliability of any RC vehicle. Even the most powerful servo cannot perform properly if paired with an unsuitable or flexible servo arm.
A high-quality servo arm improves steering accuracy, reduces flex, and ensures efficient power transfer from the servo to the steering system. This is particularly important in crawlers, racing vehicles, monster trucks, and high-speed RC applications.
Why Upgrade Your Servo Arm?
Many RTR vehicles come equipped with molded plastic servo arms. While these work adequately for casual use, upgrading to a stronger servo arm can provide significant benefits:

Improved steering precision
Reduced flex under load
Better durability
More consistent steering feel
Increased reliability with high-torque servos

Aluminum vs Composite Servo Arms
Aluminum Servo Arms
Aluminum servo arms are the preferred choice for performance-oriented applications.
Benefits include:

Maximum rigidity
Superior durability
Increased steering precision
Ideal for brushless and high-torque servos
Excellent for crawlers and racing vehicles

Recommended for:

Crawlers
Rock Crawlers
1/8 Buggies
1/8 Truggies
Touring Cars
Drift Cars
Monster Trucks

Composite Servo Arms
Composite servo arms remain popular for many applications.
Benefits include:

Lower weight
Lower cost
Some impact absorption
Reduced risk of damaging servo gears during crashes

Recommended for:

Beginner vehicles
Lightweight models
Scale builds
Aircraft applications

Understanding Servo Splines
Servo arms are not universal. The spline count must match the servo output shaft.
Common spline standards include:

Spline
Common Brands

25T
Savöx, SRT, AGFRC, Power HD

24T
Hitec

23T
KO Propo, some Sanwa

15T
AGFRC Large Scale

Using the wrong spline type can damage both the servo arm and the servo output shaft.
Choosing the Right Servo Arm Length
Servo arm length affects both steering speed and steering force.
Short Servo Arms
Advantages:

More steering torque
Better holding power
Increased durability

Best for:

Crawlers
Rock Crawlers
Heavy vehicles

Long Servo Arms
Advantages:

Greater steering throw
Faster steering response
Increased steering angle

Best for:

Touring Cars
Drift Cars
Racing Vehicles

Popular Applications
Crawler Servo Arms
Crawlers place extreme loads on steering systems. Aluminum servo arms are strongly recommended to maximize durability and steering precision.
Racing Servo Arms
Touring cars and buggies benefit from rigid servo arms that maintain precise steering geometry at high speed.
Boat Servo Arms
Water-resistant aluminum servo arms help maintain reliable steering performance in marine applications.

Frequent Questions & Answers
What does a servo arm do?

A servo arm (also called a servo horn) connects the servo output shaft to the steering, throttle, brake, or other control linkages. It transfers the servo’s movement into mechanical motion, making it a critical part of any RC control system.

Should I choose an aluminum or plastic servo arm?

Aluminum servo arms offer maximum strength, precision, and durability, making them ideal for crawlers, racing vehicles, and high-torque servos. Plastic servo arms are lighter and can sometimes act as a sacrificial part during crashes, helping protect the servo gears.

How do I know which servo arm fits my servo?

The most important factor is the spline count and diameter of the servo output shaft. Common spline configurations include:

  • 25T – Savöx, SRT, AGFRC, Power HD, Futaba and many others
  • 24T – Hitec
  • 23T – KO Propo and some Sanwa models
  • 15T – AGFRC Large Scale

Always verify your servo’s spline specification before purchasing a servo arm.

Do I need an aluminum servo arm for a crawler?

For most crawlers and rock crawlers, an aluminum servo arm is highly recommended. Large tires and high steering loads can quickly wear or flex plastic servo arms, reducing steering precision and reliability.