🦎 Chameleon Lexan Body Kit for FMS FCX24 Power Wagon / Chevy K5 / Unimog

🦎 Chameleon Lexan Body Kit for FMS FCX24 Power Wagon / Chevy K5 / Unimog

There’s something special about a body that instantly transforms an RC crawler.
FairRC’s Chameleon Lexan Body Kit does exactly that—bringing a colour-shifting finish, detailed realism, and an unmistakable premium touch to the FCX24 platform.

Available in Green and Brown, both with a subtle metallic gradient, this kit includes everything you need for a quick, clean installation—from mirrors and wipers to roof racks and mounting clips.
It’s an upgrade that doesn’t just look better — it feels crafted.




✨ Overview

Product: Chameleon Lexan Body Kit

Compatibility: FCX24 Power Wagon / Chevy K5 / Unimog (does not fit Lemur or Smasher)

Colours available: Green and Brown

Price: $49.99 USD

Brand: FairRC

👉 View Product on FairRC (affiliate link)

🧩 Key Highlights

  • True colour-shift Lexan shell with paint that transitions under light

  • Includes roof rack, wipers, side mirrors, and mounting clips

  • Full conversion kit for multiple FCX24 platforms

  • Pre-trimmed window masks and decal sheet included

  • Dimensions — 129 mm width / 139 mm wheelbase

  • Easy installation: clip-on front and rear, adjustable for fit

The kit’s finish is something you really need to see in person — under sunlight it shifts from deep green to bronze-purple tones, giving your micro-crawler a personality of its own.

🔧 Recommended Upgrades & Accessories

If you’re like most builders, you’ll probably want to tune the look and performance to match.
Here’s a curated list of compatible parts and upgrades that fit perfectly with this body kit— all available on FairRC:

CategoryProductPriceAffiliate Links
PerformanceFCX24 K5 PRO Variable Speed Servo (Dupont)$9.99Link
BATRAZZI 32T 130 Motor for FCX24 Cars$10.99Link
FCX24/FCX18 Metal Transmission Gear$16.99Link
FCX24/FCX18 Portal Axle Metal Gear 14T$12.99Link
1/24 High Speed Motor (C3070)$12.99Link
Suspension & WheelsBATRAZZI Oil-Filled Aluminium Shocks (4 pcs)$25.99Link
BATRAZZI 1.0” Steelie Beadlock Wheels (4 pcs)$22.99Link
BATRAZZI Mud Pro-X 1.0” M/T Tires (2 pcs)$6.99Link
Chassis & Body Detail3D-Printed Truck Camper Shell for K5 Blazer$19.99Link
Rear Bumper with Trailer Hook for K5$6.99Link
BATRAZZI Aluminium Steering Set$15.99Link
BATRAZZI Aluminium Chassis Link for FCX24$16.99Link
Extra Parts & Detailing1/24 Chevrolet K5 Car Decal Sheet$4.99Link
1/24 Chevrolet K5 Mirror Set$2.99Link
FCX24/FCX18 LED Light Set$3.99Link
1/24 FCX24 Metal Rod Set$11.99Link

💬 Why This Kit Matters

If you’ve been building micro-scale crawlers for a while, you know that most bodies either look appealing or perform well — rarely both.
This one is different.

It’s light enough to keep the centre of gravity low, detailed enough to photograph, and durable enough for everyday trail driving.
For anyone running a Power Waggon, K5, or Unimog, this is the kind of mod that bridges style and capability perfectly.

🛒 Where to Buy

👉 Chameleon Lexan Body Kit on FairRC (affiliate link)



Further Reading


— FMT24 Colorado Car Body Assembly — Purple Edition — Another body upgrade option for 1/24 RC platform builds.


— The Ultimate Buyer's Guide to FCX24 Upgrades — The full FCX24 upgrade guide to pair body work with performance modifications.

— FMS FCX24 Power Wagon: One of the Most Complete 1/24 Micro Crawlers — The platform this body kit is designed for, reviewed in full.



Image credit: FMS / FairRC

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