- Part Number: Z-AXA146
- Manufacturer: Axial
- Manufacturer Part Number: AXA146
- EAN: 877493006310
- Fastener Type: Machine Thread Hex Socket Flat Head Screw
- Thread Size: M3
- Length: 12mm
- Head Type: Countersunk Flat Head
- Driver Type: Hex Socket
- Colour: Black
- Material: Steel
- Finish: Black Oxide Coating
- Quantity per Pack: 10 screws
- Compatible Vehicles: Axial 1/10 Capra 1.9 4WD Unlimited Trail Buggy Kit, Axial 1/10 Capra 1.9 4WS 4X4 Unlimited Trail Buggy RTR, Axial 1/10 Capra Unlimited 1.9 4X4 Trail Buggy Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 RBX10 Ryft 4WD Rock Bouncer Kit, Axial 1/10 RBX10 Ryft 4X4 Brushless Rock Bouncer RTR, Axial 1/10 RR10 Bomber 4WD Rock Racer Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 RR10 Bomber 4WD Rock Racer Kit, Axial 1/10 SCX10 II '69 Chevrolet Blazer 4WD Rock Crawler Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 II 1955 Ford F-100 4WD Truck Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 II 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited CRC 4WD Rock Crawler Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 II 4WD Raw Builders Kit, Axial 1/10 SCX10 II 4WD Raw Builders Kit V2, Axial 1/10 SCX10 II Deadbolt 4X4 Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 II Jeep Cherokee 4WD Rock Crawler Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 II Jeep Cherokee 4WD Rock Crawler Kit, Axial 1/10 SCX10 II Trail Honcho 4WD Rock Crawler Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 II UMG10 4WD Rock Crawler Kit, Axial 1/10 SCX10 II UMG10 6x6 Rock Crawler Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III 1987 Toyota SR5, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III 4WD Rock Crawler Builder's Kit, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Base Camp 1982 Chevy K10 4X4 RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Base Camp 4WD Rock Crawler Builder's Kit, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Base Camp 4X4 Rock Crawler Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Coyote 4X4 RTR Rock Crawler, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Early Ford Bronco 4X4 RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Jeep CJ-7 4WD Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Jeep CJ-7 4X4 RTR Brushed Rock Crawler, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Jeep Gladiator Elite Edition 4WD RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Jeep JLU Wrangler 4X4 Rock Crawler with Portals Kit, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Jeep JLU Wrangler 4X4 Rock Crawler with Portals RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Jeep JT Gladiator 4X4 Rock Crawler with Portals RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Pro-Line 1982 Chevy K10 4X4 Rock Crawler Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 SCX10 PRO 4X4 Kit, Axial 1/10 UTB10 Capra 1.9 4WS 4X4 Unlimited Trail Buggy Brushed RTR, Axial 1/10 Yeti 4WD Rock Racer Brushless RTR, Axial 1/10 Yeti 4WD Rock Racer Kit, Axial 1/18 Yeti Electric 4WD RTR, Axial 1/18 Yeti Jr. Can-Am Maverick 4WD Brushed RTR, Axial 1/6 SCX6 Jeep JLU Wrangler 4X4 Rock Crawler RTR, Axial 1/6 SCX6 Trail Honcho 4X4 Rock Crawler RTR, Axial 1/8 AXP8 Gilamon 2.2 4X4 RTR Brushed Trail Buggy, Axial 1/8 Yeti XL 4WD Kit
Overview
The AXIAL Hex Socket Flat Head M3x12mm Black (10) Z-AXA146 is an essential hardware component designed for RC enthusiasts who demand quality and precision in their scale models. This 10-pack of black oxide hex socket flat head screws represents genuine Axial factory hardware built to exacting standards, making it an ideal replacement or upgrade option for owners of Axial RC vehicles across the UK. Whether you're maintaining a rock crawler, buggy, or any Axial-powered RC model, these fasteners deliver the reliability and fit that experienced hobbyists expect.
These machine thread screws are engineered with a precision hex head that ensures a superior fit, helping prevent the frustration of stripped fasteners that can compromise your RC build. The countersunk flat head design allows for flush mounting on your scale model, maintaining clean lines and professional aesthetics across your Axial RC crawler or buggy. For UK-based RC enthusiasts investing in ready-to-run RC vehicles or building custom setups, having quality replacement hardware on hand is essential for ongoing maintenance and repairs.
Built from durable black coated steel, these M3x12mm fasteners are manufactured to the same exacting standards as the original equipment found on new Axial rock crawlers, buggies, and scale trail vehicles. The black finish complements the factory-standard appearance of modern Axial RC models, making these screws perfect for maintaining the authentic look of your investment.
Key Features
- Precision Hex Head Design — The carefully engineered hex socket provides an exact fit with your hex driver tool, which significantly reduces the risk of stripping or damaging the fastener head during installation or removal, a common problem that can ruin expensive screws and harm your RC model's finish.
- Countersunk Flat Head Profile — The flat head design sits flush with mounting surfaces, allowing components to sit properly without protruding fastener heads that could interfere with moving parts or compromise the scale appearance of your RC crawler or buggy.
- Black Oxide Coating — The durable black finish provides corrosion resistance and a professional factory-standard appearance that matches modern Axial RC vehicles, ensuring your repairs blend seamlessly with the rest of your model.
- Machine Thread Construction — These are precision machine threads rather than wood screws, meaning they provide consistent grip and holding power in the threaded inserts found throughout Axial RC platforms, delivering reliable fastening for critical assemblies.
- M3x12mm Specification — The M3 diameter with 12mm length is a common size across the Axial product range, particularly in Capra, Ryft, RBX10, RR10, SCX10 II, SCX10 III, and Yeti models, making this pack versatile for multiple repair and maintenance scenarios.
- 10-Pack Quantity — This generous 10-piece pack means you have multiple spare fasteners on hand for repairs, upgrades, or ongoing maintenance without needing to purchase small quantities repeatedly, making it economical for serious RC hobbyists.
- Genuine Axial Factory Hardware — These are authentic Axial components, not aftermarket imitations, ensuring compatibility and quality standards that match your original equipment and maintain the integrity of your RC investment.
Technical Performance
The AXIAL Hex Socket Flat Head M3x12mm screws represent genuine factory-specification hardware engineered for use across Axial's comprehensive RC vehicle lineup. As machine thread fasteners rather than self-tapping alternatives, these screws deliver superior holding power and reliability when installed into the precision-threaded bosses throughout Axial RC platforms. The M3 diameter provides adequate strength for the suspension components, body mounts, and internal chassis fastening points found on vehicles ranging from the 1/10 scale Capra and SCX10 III through to the larger 1/6 scale SCX6 rock crawlers. The 12mm length positions these fasteners in the medium-duty category, suitable for applications requiring deeper penetration into assemblies without protruding excessively. The precision hex socket accepts standard 2mm hex drivers with minimal play, allowing controlled torque application without risk of cam-out or stripping. The black oxide coating provides a hardened surface that resists corrosion from moisture exposure and general weathering, important for RC vehicles frequently exposed to damp UK conditions or trail mud. Built to match OEM (original equipment manufacturer) specifications, these screws integrate perfectly with Axial's engineering standards, ensuring that replacement fasteners perform identically to factory originals whilst maintaining precise tolerances throughout your RC crawler's critical assemblies.
What's in the Box
- 10x M3x12mm Hex Socket Flat Head Black Screws
Frequently Asked Questions
- What Axial RC models are compatible with M3x12mm hex socket flat head screws? — These fasteners are listed as compatible with an extensive range of Axial vehicles, including the 1/10 Capra 1.9 4WD Unlimited Trail Buggy (Kit and RTR variants), 1/10 RBX10 Ryft 4WD and 4X4 Rock Bouncer models, 1/10 RR10 Bomber Rock Racer (Kit and RTR versions), 1/10 SCX10 II series including the '69 Chevrolet Blazer, 1955 Ford F-100, 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited CRC, Deadbolt, Jeep Cherokee, and Trail Honcho models, 1/10 SCX10 III series with multiple variants including Base Camp, Coyote, Early Ford Bronco, Jeep CJ-7, Jeep JLU Wrangler with Portals, Jeep JT Gladiator with Portals, Jeep Gladiator Elite Edition, and Pro-Line 1982 Chevy K10, 1/18 Yeti Electric and Yeti Jr. Can-Am Maverick, 1/8 AXP8 Gilamon and Yeti XL, and 1/6 SCX6 Jeep JLU Wrangler and Trail Honcho models, making this a versatile pack for owners with multiple Axial platforms.
- Why would I need replacement M3x12mm hex socket flat head screws for my Axial RC? — During regular maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of your Axial RC vehicle, fasteners can become damaged, stripped, or lost. Having genuine replacement screws ensures you can restore critical assemblies to factory specifications without compromising the quality of your investment. These fasteners secure important components throughout suspension, body mounting, and internal chassis systems where reliability is essential.
- Are these screws suitable for beginners working on their first Axial RC vehicle? — Yes, absolutely. These fasteners are standard factory components found on all Axial RC vehicles from entry-level RTR (ready-to-run) models through to advanced builder's kits. If you're assembling a kit or performing basic maintenance on a ready-to-run Axial RC crawler or buggy, having quality replacement screws available demonstrates good practice and ensures your work meets factory standards. The precision hex head design actually makes them easier for beginners to use correctly, as the tight fit reduces the risk of damaging the fastener.
- What is the difference between these hex socket flat head screws and other fastener types? — These machine thread screws differ from wood screws or self-tapping fasteners in several important ways. The machine threads require pre-threaded holes (threaded inserts) in the components being fastened, which is the standard construction throughout Axial RC platforms. The hex socket provides superior access compared to Phillips or slotted drives, particularly useful when space is tight. The countersunk flat head profile sits flush with surfaces, whereas pan head or round head screws would protrude. The precision engineering means these fasteners deliver consistent grip and won't strip as easily as lower-quality alternatives, making them the correct choice for maintaining your Axial RC vehicle to factory standards.
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 AXIAL Hex Socket Flat Head M3x12mm Black (10) Z-AXA146 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.
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