Traxxas Splined Wheel Hubs 17mm Blue-Anodised Set of 4 TRX8654

Overview

The Traxxas Wheel Hubs, splined, 17mm (Blue-anodised) represent premium-quality drivetrain components designed for serious RC enthusiasts and competitive bashers across the UK. These professional-grade wheel hubs are engineered to deliver exceptional durability and precision alignment, making them an essential upgrade or replacement component for Traxxas monster trucks and large-scale RC vehicles. Whether you're running a high-performance E-Revo VXL, a WideMaxx, or a Sledge Belted monster truck, these splined hubs provide the foundation for reliable power delivery and consistent handling characteristics that separate championship-grade RC cars from standard models.

Built from premium-quality blue-anodised aluminium, these wheel hubs combine striking visual appeal with superior structural strength. The special splined design represents a significant engineering advancement over traditional press-fit hubs, as it locks securely into Traxxas splined wheels for precise alignment and unsurpassed grip during aggressive driving conditions. For RC car enthusiasts in the UK seeking to upgrade their drivetrain or restore worn components, these hubs deliver the durability and performance reliability you demand from a Traxxas spare part. The blue-anodised finish not only looks exceptional but also provides a hard, protective surface that resists corrosion and wear, ensuring your investment maintains its appearance and functionality through countless bashing sessions and competitive events.

This comprehensive four-piece set is perfectly suited for complete drivetrain refresh or as a replacement upgrade when restoring your RC monster truck to original specification. With comprehensive compatibility across multiple Traxxas large-scale models, these splined wheel hubs are a trusted choice for UK RC bashers, weekend competitors, and serious hobbyists who refuse to compromise on quality or performance.

Key Features

• Splined Design for Precision Alignment — Unlike traditional friction-fit hubs, the special splined design locks securely into Traxxas splined wheels, ensuring perfect alignment every time you install them and eliminating any possibility of wheel wobble or misalignment that could compromise handling or increase tyre wear.
• Premium Blue-Anodised Aluminium Construction — Manufactured from high-grade aluminium with blue-anodised finish, these hubs deliver superior strength-to-weight ratio whilst providing an attractive custom appearance that complements modern RC monster truck designs and colour schemes.
• Four-Piece Complete Set — This package includes all four wheel hubs needed for a complete drivetrain upgrade or restoration, ensuring you have matching components across all corners of your vehicle for consistent performance and appearance.
• Corrosion-Resistant Anodised Finish — The blue-anodised coating provides a hard, protective surface that actively resists corrosion from moisture, road salt, and environmental contaminants, extending the lifespan of your wheel hubs and maintaining their appearance through multiple seasons of RC driving.
• Includes All Required Hardware — The set comes complete with four 4x5mm grub screws and four 3x14mm pins, providing all fastening components necessary for installation without requiring additional purchases or improvisation.
• Professional-Grade Engineering — Traxxas engineering delivers components tested in competitive environments and designed to handle the extreme loads generated by powerful brushless motors, aggressive driving styles, and challenging off-road terrain.

Technical Performance

These 17mm splined wheel hubs represent the culmination of Traxxas' extensive experience in high-performance RC vehicle design and manufacturing. The splined interface represents a significant advancement over traditional hub designs, as the interlocking teeth create a mechanically positive connection that cannot slip under load, ensuring consistent alignment and eliminating the risk of wheel creep that can occur with friction-fit components. The blue-anodised aluminium construction provides exceptional durability without unnecessary weight gain, a critical consideration when optimising your RC vehicle's performance envelope. The material selection ensures these hubs retain structural integrity even when subjected to the extreme radial and lateral loads generated by high-powered brushless RC monster trucks running powerful 3S or 6S LiPo battery systems. For users of E-Revo VXL models, WideMaxx variants, and Sledge Belted 1/8-scale vehicles, these hubs provide the foundation for reliable power delivery across a wide range of driving conditions, from high-speed circuit driving to aggressive off-road bashing. The 17mm diameter specification represents the industry-standard size for large-scale Traxxas models, ensuring compatibility with a comprehensive range of Traxxas wheel options available throughout the UK RC hobby market. When paired with appropriate CV driveshafts (such as the optional steel center CV driveshafts), these hubs become part of a heavy-duty drivetrain system capable of handling sustained high-torque loads without failure or degradation in performance.

What's in the Box

• Four blue-anodised splined wheel hubs (17mm)
• Four 4x5mm grub screws
• Four 3x14mm pins

Compatibility Information

• Traxxas E-Revo VXL 2.0
• Traxxas E-Revo 2.0
• Traxxas Sledge Belted 1/8 4WD Brushless Electric Monster Truck (all colour variants)
• Traxxas WideMaxx Monster Truck (all colour variants)
• Other Traxxas models featuring 17mm splined wheel specifications

Important Compatibility Note

• Maxx and Maxx Slash models require either 8950X (standard width) or 8996X (WideMaxx) steel constant-velocity driveshafts for full compatibility with these splined wheel hubs.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Are these splined wheel hubs suitable for my Traxxas monster truck? — These 17mm splined wheel hubs are compatible with a range of Traxxas large-scale models including the E-Revo VXL, E-Revo 2.0, Sledge Belted, and WideMaxx variants. Check your specific model's documentation to confirm compatibility before ordering, or contact our experienced team at RC Model Shop for personalised advice about your particular vehicle.
• What is the advantage of splined hubs over traditional friction-fit designs? — Splined wheel hubs feature interlocking teeth that create a mechanically positive connection with splined wheels, eliminating any possibility of wheel creep or slippage under load. This design ensures precise alignment is maintained consistently, reduces stress on drivetrain components, and prevents the uneven tyre wear that can occur when wheels gradually shift position during driving. For competitive drivers and serious bashers, this translates directly into improved handling consistency and extended component lifespan.
• Can I mix and match these hubs with different wheel options? — These hubs are designed specifically to work with Traxxas splined wheel options that feature the matching splined bore. They are not compatible with traditional friction-fit wheel designs. Traxxas offers splined wheels in multiple colours including blue, red, orange, and green, allowing you to create your desired aesthetic whilst maintaining the performance benefits of the splined interface.
• Do these hubs come with everything I need to install them? — Yes, this set includes all four wheel hubs, four 4x5mm grub screws, and four 3x14mm pins. Installation requires only basic RC tools and follows straightforward procedures detailed in your vehicle's manual. No additional fasteners or components are required for installation.
• What colour options are available? — These particular hubs come in blue-anodised finish, which complements the factory specification of many E-Revo and WideMaxx models. Traxxas also offers these same splined 17mm hubs in alternative colours including red and orange, allowing you to customise your vehicle's appearance or coordinate with other drivetrain components.
• Are these hubs suitable for competitive RC racing? — Absolutely. Traxxas designs these components to exacting standards for competition use, and they are used extensively by competitive drivers in the UK and internationally. The splined design and robust aluminium construction ensure reliable performance under the sustained high-load conditions characteristic of competitive racing events.
• What maintenance do these wheel hubs require? — These aluminium hubs require minimal maintenance. Periodically inspect the splined interface for debris and clean if necessary. The anodised finish naturally resists corrosion, but rinsing with fresh water after driving in wet conditions will extend component lifespan. Check that grub screws and pins remain secure before each driving session, particularly after aggressive bashing or racing events.

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 Wheel Hubs, splined, 17mm (Blue-anodised) (4 pcs) / 4x5 GS (4 pcs) / 3x14mm pin (4 pcs) TRX8654 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.