Overview
The Traxxas Wheel Hubs, splined, 17mm (Green-anodised) represent a premium upgrade and replacement option for owners of high-performance Traxxas RC vehicles. These aluminium wheel hubs are engineered to deliver superior strength combined with striking visual appeal, making them an essential component for anyone serious about maintaining or customising their RC car, buggy, monster truck or truggy. Whether you're a seasoned RC enthusiast in the UK looking to refresh worn components or a dedicated basher seeking to enhance the durability and aesthetics of your model, these splined wheel hubs offer the reliability and performance that Traxxas is renowned for across the RC hobby community.
Available in an eye-catching green-anodised finish, these wheel hubs stand out from the standard blue options and allow you to express your personal style whilst upgrading critical drivetrain components. The special splined design ensures perfect alignment and exceptional grip between hub and wheel, providing the precision engineering that competitive RC drivers and weekend enthusiasts alike demand from their equipment. With four hubs included in each set, you have everything needed to completely refresh all four corners of your vehicle, making this a cost-effective way to maintain peak performance on your ready-to-run RC car.
These hubs are compatible with a wide range of Traxxas models including the E-Revo 2.0, Maxx, Sledge Belted, and WideMaxx monster trucks, demonstrating the versatility and broad appeal of this upgrade. RC Model Shop stocks genuine Traxxas components, ensuring you receive authentic parts with the quality assurance and warranty protection that comes with official products.
Key Features
- 17mm Splined Design — The special splined mechanism locks into Traxxas splined wheels with absolute precision, ensuring perfect wheel alignment and delivering unsurpassed grip that translates to more responsive handling and improved traction during acceleration and cornering manoeuvres.
- Green-Anodised Aluminium Construction — Crafted from premium aluminium, these hubs benefit from hard-anodised green coating that provides excellent corrosion resistance whilst delivering a distinctive custom appearance that sets your RC vehicle apart from standard blue options.
- High-Strength Aluminium Material — The aluminium construction combines high-profile looks with superior strength, offering the durability required for both casual bashing and competitive use without compromising on weight savings that improve overall vehicle performance.
- Complete Hardware Included — Each set includes four 4x5mm grub screws and four 3x14mm pins, providing all the fasteners needed for proper installation and secure wheel retention without requiring additional purchases.
- Set of Four Hubs — With four hubs supplied, you can completely upgrade all four corners of your RC vehicle in a single purchase, ensuring colour and performance consistency across the entire drivetrain.
- Drop-In Replacement Compatibility — These hubs function as direct replacements for worn or damaged originals, making them ideal for maintenance and repair work on existing Traxxas models without requiring modifications to your vehicle.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas Wheel Hubs, splined, 17mm represent a significant advancement in RC drivetrain technology and engineering. The 17mm hub diameter has become the industry standard for high-performance Traxxas models, providing an optimal balance between strength and weight distribution. The splined design is precision-engineered to match the internal geometry of Traxxas splined wheels, creating a mechanical lock that prevents slippage and ensures consistent power delivery from your motor through the driveline to each wheel. This is particularly important when running high-torque brushless RC systems and when pushing your vehicle to its limits during acceleration, cornering and competitive racing scenarios. The aluminium material selection demonstrates Traxxas engineering excellence; whilst aluminium is lighter than steel, it provides sufficient strength for the stresses encountered in 1/10 scale monster trucks, buggies and truggy applications. The hard-anodising process adds a protective oxide layer that resists corrosion from moisture, dirt and salt, extending component lifespan significantly compared to bare or plated alternatives. The green-anodised finish is applied uniformly across all four hubs, ensuring consistent colour matching and professional appearance. The included 4x5mm grub screws and 3x14mm pins are precision-manufactured fasteners designed specifically for these hubs, and their inclusion in the package eliminates the need for sourcing compatible hardware separately. For users of WideMaxx and Maxx Slash models specifically, Traxxas recommends the use of 8950X standard-width or 8996X WideMaxx steel constant-velocity driveshafts to ensure full compatibility and optimal performance characteristics.
What's in the Box
- Four (4) splined 17mm wheel hubs in green-anodised aluminium finish
- Four (4) 4x5mm grub screws for hub and wheel attachment
- Four (4) 3x14mm pins for secure fastening
Compatible Models
- Traxxas E-Revo 2.0
- Traxxas Sledge Belted 1/8 4WD Brushless Electric Monster Truck (Blue, Orange, Green and Red versions)
- Traxxas WideMaxx Monster Truck (Red, Rock N Roll and Green versions)
- Traxxas Maxx and related variants
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are these wheel hubs suitable for competitive RC racing as well as casual bashing? — Yes, absolutely. The premium aluminium construction and precision splined design make these hubs equally suitable for competition-grade use and weekend recreational bashing. Traxxas engineered these components to handle the demands of both scenarios without compromise, and the hard-anodised finish provides durability regardless of usage intensity.
- Why should I choose the green-anodised version over the standard blue? — The green-anodised finish offers identical performance to the blue variant but allows you to create a custom colour scheme for your RC vehicle. Many builders prefer to match their hubs with body colours, decal schemes or other anodised components to create a cohesive, professional appearance. The green finish is particularly popular for creating striking contrast with metallic and neon body colours.
- Are these hubs compatible with standard Traxxas wheels? — These hubs are designed for use with Traxxas splined wheel options specifically. The 17mm spline pattern is standard across most modern Traxxas monster trucks and similar vehicles, ensuring broad compatibility. However, they are not compatible with non-splined wheels or wheels from other manufacturers that use different spline geometries.
- What is the difference between 17mm splined hubs and other hub types? — The 17mm splined design creates a positive mechanical lock between hub and wheel, preventing rotation or slippage compared to older press-fit or friction-based designs. This splined approach is superior because it maintains consistent alignment, improves power transfer efficiency, and eliminates the need for adhesives or interference fits that can damage wheels over time.
- Do I need any tools to install these wheel hubs? — Installation requires basic hand tools including hex keys or a wrench suitable for your wheel fasteners. The standard Traxxas 8712 Tool Kit includes all the premium hex bits and nut drivers needed for installation and maintenance of Traxxas components, though basic workshop tools will suffice for most installations.
- Can these hubs be used as replacements for damaged original equipment? — Yes, these hubs function as direct drop-in replacements for OEM Traxxas hubs. If your existing hubs have become stripped, damaged or simply worn from use, these replacements will restore your vehicle to original specifications whilst offering the option to upgrade the colour finish to green if desired.
- Are these genuine Traxxas parts? — Yes, these are genuine Traxxas components supplied through authorised retailers like RC Model Shop. Purchasing from authorised dealers ensures you receive authentic parts with full manufacturer warranty coverage and quality assurance that counterfeit or grey-market alternatives cannot provide.
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 (Green-anodised) (4 pcs) / 4x5 GS (4 pcs) / 3x14mm pin (4 pcs) TRX8654G 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.
