Traxxas 3x12mm Button Head Hex Drive Machine Screws 6 Piece Pack TRX2578

Overview

The Traxxas Screws, 3x12mm button-head machine (hex drive) (6 pcs) TRX2578 are essential replacement fasteners for maintaining and repairing your RC cars and trucks. These precision-engineered machine screws are the genuine Traxxas spare parts that keep your RC vehicle in perfect working order. Whether you're a competitive racer, a weekend basher, or an enthusiast building your first RC car in the UK, having a reliable supply of quality fasteners is crucial for keeping your model running smoothly and safely.

This pack of six button-head machine screws is specifically designed to fit a wide range of Traxxas RC vehicles, from the popular Slash series short course trucks to advanced crawlers and monster trucks. The M3 size with 12mm length makes these screws suitable for numerous assembly and reassembly tasks across the Traxxas range. With their distinctive button-head design and hex-drive socket, these screws offer excellent grip and ease of installation, whether you're performing routine maintenance or complete rebuilds on your ready to run RC truck or crawler.

Featuring pre-applied threadlock, these screws provide added security and prevent loosening due to vibration during aggressive driving or racing. This is a critical feature for RC enthusiasts who demand reliability and safety from their equipment. The black finish blends seamlessly with most RC models, maintaining the aesthetic appeal of your vehicle while delivering the dependable performance that Traxxas is known for throughout the RC hobby community.

Key Features

• M3 x 12mm Size — These screws feature an M3 metric diameter with a 12mm length, making them compatible with numerous Traxxas RC vehicles including monster trucks, short course trucks, crawlers and buggies across multiple model lines.
• Button-Head Design — The distinctive button-head profile sits flush or slightly proud of the surface, providing a clean aesthetic appearance on your RC vehicle while protecting the fastener from snagging or catching during use.
• Hex-Drive Socket — Each screw features a convenient hex socket head that accepts standard metric hex drivers or Allen keys, ensuring secure grip and reducing the risk of stripping the drive head during installation and removal.
• Pre-Applied Threadlock — Factory-applied threadlock compound helps prevent these fasteners from loosening due to vibration, shock and the constant movement experienced during driving, ensuring your RC vehicle remains properly assembled through demanding use.
• Machine Thread Construction — These screws feature precision machine threading rather than wood screw threads, making them suitable for securing components into threaded inserts, damper bodies, and other precision-engineered RC parts.
• Six-Piece Pack — This convenient pack includes six screws, giving you replacements for typical assembly tasks or allowing you to maintain a spare stock for emergency repairs during driving sessions.
• Genuine Traxxas Component — As official Traxxas spare parts, these screws meet the manufacturer's exact specifications and quality standards, ensuring compatibility and reliability with your authentic Traxxas RC model.

Technical Performance

These button-head machine screws represent precision engineering designed specifically for the demanding requirements of radio-controlled vehicles. The M3 metric size with 12mm length provides the perfect balance between holding power and weight, critical considerations for any RC car UK enthusiast. The black coloured finish resists corrosion and maintains visual consistency across Traxxas models. The pre-applied threadlock compound used on these screws is engineered to hold under the extreme vibration and shock loads experienced during off-road driving, racing, and bashing. The hex-drive socket design provides superior control during installation, reducing user error and preventing damage to expensive RC components. Whether you're performing routine maintenance on a brushless RC monster truck or a crawler, or rebuilding your ready to run RC vehicle after an accident, these screws deliver the reliability and fit that competitive and recreational RC drivers depend on. The machine thread construction ensures these fasteners work reliably in the precision-threaded inserts found throughout modern Traxxas vehicles, from suspension components to chassis plates. For any serious RC enthusiast in the UK maintaining a collection of Traxxas vehicles, keeping spare packs of these essential fasteners in your toolbox is simply good practice.

What's in the Box

• 6x Button-head machine screws, 3x12mm with hex drive and pre-applied threadlock

Frequently Asked Questions

• What Traxxas RC vehicles are compatible with these 3x12mm screws? — These screws are compatible with numerous Traxxas models including the Ford Fiesta ST Rally VXL, Slash Ultimate 4x4 VXL, Slash HD XL-5, Stampede 4X4 HD VXL, TRX-4 series crawlers including the Ford F-150 Ranger XLT, Chevrolet K5 Blazer, Chevy Blazer, Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne, Ford Bronco, Defender, TRX-6 Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG, and UDR Unlimited Desert Racer models. Check your vehicle's manual or parts diagram to confirm specific applications.
• Why do these screws have pre-applied threadlock? — The pre-applied threadlock compound prevents these fasteners from vibrating loose during driving, racing and bashing. This is essential for maintaining structural integrity and safety in your RC vehicle, particularly on components that experience continuous movement and shock loads.
• Can I reuse these screws multiple times? — Yes, these machine screws can be reused multiple times. However, if the threadlock compound becomes depleted after several installation and removal cycles, you may wish to apply fresh threadlock compound to maintain vibration resistance.
• Are these suitable for beginners? — Absolutely. These are standard replacement fasteners that any RC enthusiast, from complete beginners to experienced racers, can install using basic metric hex drivers. They're an essential spare part for anyone building or maintaining a Traxxas RC vehicle.
• What driver size do I need to install these screws? — These hex-drive button-head screws require a metric hex driver (Allen key) of the appropriate size for M3 fasteners. Check your Traxxas vehicle's manual for the specific hex size, typically ranging from 1.5mm to 2.0mm.
• How many screws should I keep as spares? — As this pack contains six screws, it's ideal for one repair job or routine maintenance task. Many RC enthusiasts keep multiple packs on hand for larger projects or unexpected repairs during driving sessions.

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 Screws, 3x12mm button-head machine (hex drive) (6 pcs) TRX2578 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.