Traxxas 5mm Flanged Nylon Locking Nuts Black Steel Pack of 8 TRX8447

Overview

The Traxxas Nuts, 5mm flanged nylon locking (Steel, Black serrated) (8 pcs) TRX8447 are essential spare parts for serious RC enthusiasts in the UK who demand reliability and performance from their remote control vehicles. Whether you're running a high-performance brushless RC buggy, a competition-grade RC monster truck, or any other demanding RC car application, these premium locking nuts are engineered to keep your wheels secure during the most intense action. These aren't just any fasteners—they're precision-engineered components specifically designed by Traxxas to maintain structural integrity even when you're pushing your RC vehicle to its limits on the track or trail.

RC hobbyists across the UK trust Traxxas spare parts to maintain the performance and longevity of their investments. When you're out bashing with friends or competing at your local RC club, the last thing you want is a wheel coming loose due to vibration and impact. That's why Traxxas engineered these locking nuts with a serrated flanged design—to provide extra grip and security that keeps your wheels snug and secure, lap after lap, bash after bash. Whether you're replacing worn fasteners or building up a maintenance kit for your RC collection, having genuine Traxxas nuts on hand ensures you're always ready to get back on the track without compromise.

These M5 steel nuts are finished in professional black and come in a convenient pack of eight pieces, giving you enough for multiple vehicles or to maintain a complete spare kit. The combination of steel construction with a nylon locking insert creates a fastening solution that prevents vibration-induced loosening—a critical feature for high-performance RC applications where suspension travel, acceleration, and cornering forces constantly test every connection point on your vehicle.

Key Features

• 5mm M5 Size — These nuts are precisely sized at 5mm (M5) to fit the wheel hubs and suspension components on a wide range of popular Traxxas RC vehicles, ensuring compatibility with genuine Traxxas parts and engineering standards.
• Flanged Design with Serrated Surface — The distinctive flanged shape with serrated (textured) edges provides significantly more grip and contact area compared to standard flat nuts, which means they resist vibration-induced loosening far better during aggressive driving, high-speed runs, and rough terrain.
• Nylon Locking Insert — Built into each nut is a nylon locking element that creates friction against the bolt thread, preventing the nut from vibrating loose without requiring excessive torque that could strip threads or damage plastic suspension components on your RC car.
• Steel Construction — The main body of these nuts is manufactured from steel, providing exceptional strength and durability to withstand the constant vibration, shock loads, and impact forces that come with high-performance RC driving on track or off-road.
• Black Finish — The professional black powder-coated finish not only looks great on your RC vehicle but also provides protection against corrosion and oxidation, extending the working life of these critical fasteners.
• Pack of Eight — Each package contains eight individual nuts, which is perfect for maintaining multiple RC vehicles, replacing worn fasteners, or building up a comprehensive spare parts kit for your hobby room.
• Genuine Traxxas Component — As an official Traxxas spare part, these nuts meet the exact specifications and quality standards that Traxxas vehicles are engineered around, ensuring perfect fitment and performance compatibility.

Technical Performance

The engineering behind Traxxas locking nuts reflects decades of experience in RC vehicle manufacturing and competition. The 5mm M5 threading is a standard sizing across numerous Traxxas platforms, making these nuts versatile across many of their popular models. The nylon insert locking mechanism works by creating a small amount of friction as the bolt is threaded through, which resists the natural tendency of fasteners to vibrate loose during operation. Unlike standard castle nuts or simple hex nuts that can gradually work their way off under vibration, the nylon insert provides consistent holding power throughout the nut's service life. The serrated flange design increases the overall grip surface area, distributing clamping forces more evenly and reducing the likelihood of surface damage to plastic suspension components that might occur with smaller-diameter nuts. The steel construction ensures these nuts won't deform under repeated impact and vibration cycles—critical in RC applications where wheels experience tremendous force during jumps, high-speed cornering, and off-road bashing. Whether you're running a rock crawler over technical terrain, a short-course truck at high speed, or a monster truck through obstacles, these nuts provide the security you need to keep wheels firmly attached and your RC vehicle performing at its best.

What's in the Box

• 8x Traxxas 5mm Flanged Nylon Locking Nuts (Steel, Black Serrated)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which Traxxas RC vehicles are compatible with the TRX8447 5mm locking nuts? — These M5 nuts are compatible with numerous Traxxas models including the Maxx Slash 1/8 4WD 6S Brushless Short Course Truck (available in Rock N Roll, Blue, Red, and Green variants), the UDR Unlimited Desert Racer Pro-Scale 4WD RTR Short Course Truck (Fox Racing and Rigid Industries editions), and the WideMaxx Monster Truck family (Rock N Roll, Green, and Red variants). If you own any of these models or similar Traxxas vehicles with 5mm wheel hub fasteners, these nuts are the genuine replacement choice.
• Why do RC wheel nuts need to be locking nuts? — Standard nuts can gradually vibrate loose due to the constant impacts and vibrations experienced during RC driving, which could result in a wheel coming off mid-run. Locking nuts like these feature a nylon insert that creates friction against the bolt thread, preventing vibration-induced loosening while allowing you to remove the nut when needed for maintenance. This is especially critical on high-performance RC vehicles like brushless short-course trucks and desert racers that experience extreme forces.
• What makes the serrated flange design better than standard nuts? — The serrated (textured) flange surface bites into the surface of suspension components and wheel hubs, creating much greater grip and resistance to vibration compared to smooth nuts. This design reduces the chance of the nut gradually working its way loose, which is a common problem in RC vehicles. The flange also distributes clamping forces more evenly, reducing the risk of damage to plastic suspension parts.
• How many nuts do I need for my RC vehicle? — Typically, each wheel on an RC car requires one nut at the hub, so a standard four-wheel RC vehicle would use four nuts (one per wheel). This pack of eight gives you plenty for multiple vehicles, replacements for wear and tear, or a complete spare kit. Having extras on hand is always recommended for regular RC enthusiasts and bashers.
• Are these nuts reusable or do they wear out? — The nylon insert in locking nuts can wear out over time and extended use, which means that eventually the locking properties may diminish. Most RC enthusiasts replace locking nuts periodically as part of routine maintenance. If you notice a wheel nut feeling loose or not holding securely, it's time to replace it with a fresh nut from a pack like this.
• Can I use these nuts on any RC vehicle or just Traxxas models? — While these are engineered specifically as Traxxas parts with exact tolerances to match Traxxas vehicles, the M5 5mm size is relatively standard. However, we recommend using genuine Traxxas parts for Traxxas vehicles to ensure perfect fitment and maintain warranty coverage. If you're using them on other brands, verify that your vehicle uses M5 5mm fasteners.

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 Nuts, 5mm flanged nylon locking (Steel, Black serrated) (8 pcs) TRX8447 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.