- Brand: Blade
- Part Number: BLH-1676
- Barcode: 0660132981426
- Bearing Size: 5x10x3mm metric
- Quantity: 4 ball bearings per pack
- Bearing Type: Ball bearing
- Fitment: Standard part
- Product Type: Genuine spare part
Overview
The Blade 5x10x3mm Ball Bearing set (part number BLH-1676) is an essential spare part for RC enthusiasts across the UK who maintain and service their remote control models. This genuine Blade component pack supplies four precision ball bearings in the metric 5x10x3mm size, making it a critical maintenance item for keeping your RC car, truck, or helicopter running smoothly and efficiently. Whether you're a dedicated RC car UK enthusiast, a weekend basher, or someone who flies RC helicopters, these bearings are fundamental to ensuring your model performs at its best.
Blade is a recognised manufacturer of quality RC spare parts and components, and their bearing sets are trusted by hobbyists who understand that routine maintenance and timely replacement of worn bearings directly impacts the longevity and performance of their models. Ball bearings in RC vehicles experience constant rotational stress during operation, and worn or damaged bearings can lead to excessive friction, reduced efficiency, increased power consumption, and premature wear of other components. This pack of four genuine Blade 5x10x3mm ball bearings allows you to replace worn bearings during routine maintenance or as part of your model's restoration process, helping to restore smooth, reliable rotation wherever this metric size is specified.
For anyone serious about keeping their ready to run RC models in peak condition, or for competitive RC enthusiasts who demand consistent performance, maintaining a stock of quality replacement bearings is simply good practice. The Blade bearing set represents a genuine OEM component engineered to exacting standards, ensuring consistent fit, durability and reliability that aftermarket alternatives cannot always guarantee. Order with confidence from RC Model Shop, your trusted UK RC retailer.
Key Features
- Genuine Blade Component — These are authentic Blade spare parts manufactured to original equipment specifications, ensuring they meet the exact standards your RC model was designed for and providing reliable performance you can depend on.
- Pack of Four Bearings — The set includes four 5x10x3mm ball bearings, giving you enough spares to replace worn bearings across multiple locations on your model or to keep extras on hand for future maintenance.
- Metric 5x10x3mm Size — These bearings are specified in the metric 5x10x3mm dimension, a common size used across various RC models, particularly in applications requiring this precise specification for proper fit and function.
- Smooth, Efficient Rotation — Quality ball bearings minimise friction and enable smooth rotation of shafts, gears and other rotating components, which directly translates to improved performance, reduced motor strain, and longer overall component life.
- Routine Maintenance Support — These bearings are ideal for regular scheduled maintenance of your RC models, allowing you to proactively replace worn bearings before they cause performance degradation or damage to surrounding components.
- Restore Worn Models — If your RC model has been in use for some time and performance has begun to degrade, replacing old bearings with these genuine Blade units can restore the model to like-new operating condition and responsiveness.
Technical Performance
Ball bearings are critical precision components in any RC vehicle or helicopter, and the quality of these bearings directly impacts performance characteristics such as smoothness of rotation, efficiency of power transfer, and longevity of the model. The 5x10x3mm metric size is a standard specification across many RC applications, and using genuine Blade bearings ensures you are installing components engineered to the same tolerances and material specifications as the original bearings your model left the factory with. Quality ball bearings reduce friction losses compared to worn bearings, meaning your motor works more efficiently, your batteries deliver longer runtimes, and wear on other drivetrain components is minimised. The bearings supplied in this pack are precision manufactured from hardened steel with precision-ground races and quality ball elements, enabling smooth operation at high rotational speeds with minimal vibration. Proper bearing maintenance is essential for any RC enthusiast who wants to keep their models performing consistently, whether they're running a brushless RC car UK-based, maintaining a nitro-powered model, or keeping a ready to run RC helicopter in top condition. These genuine Blade components integrate seamlessly into any model that specifies the 5x10x3mm bearing size.
What's in the Box
- Four (4) 5x10x3mm Ball Bearings
Frequently Asked Questions
- What size bearings are included in this pack? — This set contains four ball bearings in the metric 5x10x3mm size, a standard specification used across many RC vehicles and helicopters requiring this precise dimension.
- Are these genuine Blade bearings or aftermarket copies? — These are genuine Blade spare parts (part number BLH-1676), manufactured by Blade to original equipment standards, ensuring authentic quality and reliable performance in your RC models.
- How often should I replace bearings in my RC model? — Bearing replacement depends on usage intensity and conditions. High-use models, particularly those driven frequently or in dusty conditions, may require bearing replacement more often. Regular inspection during maintenance will indicate when bearings have become worn or stiff.
- What applications use the 5x10x3mm bearing size? — This metric bearing size is specified across various RC applications including helicopter tail rotor shafts, some gearbox assemblies, and other rotating components in RC vehicles and aircraft. Check your model's parts manual to confirm compatibility.
- Can these bearings be reused or cleaned? — Ball bearings are precision components that, once worn, cannot be reliably restored. Replacement with fresh bearings ensures optimal performance. Bearings should not be submerged in cleaning solutions as this can damage the internal lubricant.
- Why should I use genuine Blade bearings instead of generic alternatives? — Genuine Blade bearings are engineered to exacting tolerances and material specifications to work perfectly in Blade-designed components and systems. Authentic parts ensure proper fit, reliable performance, and compatibility, whereas generic or counterfeit bearings may have dimensional inconsistencies leading to binding, excessive play, or premature failure.
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 Blade 5x10x3mm Ball Bearing set Z-BLH1676 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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