- Model Number: Z-BLH3408
- Product Name: Main Gear (2)
- Compatible Models: Blade 180 CFX and Blade 150 S
- Quantity: 2 gears per pack
- Type: OEM Genuine Blade Manufacturer Part
- Application: Main rotor drivetrain component
- Function: Transfers rotational power from main motor to rotor head assembly
Overview
The BLH Main Gear (2): 180 CFX, 150 S is an essential replacement component for RC helicopter enthusiasts in the UK who demand reliability and precision engineering. This genuine Blade spare part is specifically designed to fit both the Blade 180 CFX and Blade 150 S remote control helicopters, making it a versatile upgrade or replacement option for pilots maintaining multiple models. Whether you're recovering from a crash, performing routine maintenance, or upgrading your RC helicopter fleet, this main gear set provides the dependable performance that experienced RC pilots expect from authentic manufacturer components.
RC helicopter pilots know that the main gear is a critical drivetrain component that transfers power from the main motor to the rotor head assembly. A worn or damaged main gear can compromise flight stability, create unwanted vibrations, and potentially lead to catastrophic in-flight failures. By choosing genuine Blade replacement gears like the Z-BLH3408, you're investing in quality engineering that ensures smooth, reliable rotor rotation and consistent aerodynamic performance. This part is ideal for UK-based RC helicopter enthusiasts who take their flying seriously, whether they're casual weekend flyers or competitive pilots looking to maintain their aircraft to factory specifications.
Keeping a well-stocked spares kit is essential for any serious RC helicopter pilot. The BLH Main Gear (2) should be part of your emergency repair collection alongside main blades, shafts, dampers and linkage sets. With stock held at UK retailers like Wheelspin Models, you can quickly access genuine Blade spares without extended delays, getting your helicopter back in the air fast when accidents happen during training or competition flying.
Key Features
- Genuine Blade Manufacturer Part — This is an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) component direct from Blade, ensuring perfect compatibility and identical performance characteristics to the gears fitted to your aircraft from the factory.
- Dual Model Compatibility — The Z-BLH3408 fits both the Blade 180 CFX and Blade 150 S helicopters, making this a versatile spares part for pilots who operate multiple models in their fleet.
- Critical Drivetrain Component — The main gear is essential for transferring rotational power from your brushless main motor to the rotor head, making it one of the most important mechanical elements in your helicopter's drivetrain system.
- Pack of Two Gears — This replacement set includes two gears, giving you a spare for immediate replacement and one extra for your crash kit or future maintenance needs.
- Precision Engineering — Blade gears are manufactured to exacting tolerances to ensure smooth meshing with mating components, eliminating vibration and ensuring reliable torque transmission during all flight regimes.
Technical Performance
The BLH Main Gear (2) represents precision engineering optimised for the demanding requirements of radio control helicopter flight. Blade's main gears are manufactured to exacting specifications that ensure smooth, vibration-free meshing with the motor pinion and rotor head drive shaft. The gears must withstand continuous rotational loads during normal flight operations, occasional shock loads during aggressive flying manoeuvres, and impact forces that occur during hard landings or crashes. The material composition and tooth design of the Z-BLH3408 has been engineered to provide a long service life under these demanding conditions whilst maintaining the precise tolerances necessary for optimal rotor head control. Whether you fly your Blade 180 CFX or 150 S for casual recreational flying, competitive racing, or advanced acrobatic manoeuvres, these replacement gears deliver the mechanical reliability that keeps your helicopter airborne and controllable. Installation involves removing the rotor head assembly and carefully engaging the new gears with the motor pinion and rotor head drive mechanism, so it's important to consult your helicopter's instruction manual or seek guidance from experienced RC helicopter technicians if you're unfamiliar with this type of maintenance work.
What's in the Box
- Main Gear x2 (replacement set for Blade 180 CFX and 150 S)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which Blade helicopter models is this main gear compatible with? — The Z-BLH3408 main gear is designed specifically for the Blade 180 CFX and Blade 150 S remote control helicopters. Always verify part numbers against your helicopter's instruction manual to ensure perfect compatibility before ordering.
- Why would I need replacement main gears for my RC helicopter? — The main gear can become damaged, stripped, or worn through regular use, hard crashes, or impact with foreign objects during flight. A worn main gear will cause vibration, poor rotor head control, and potential flight instability. Replacement is straightforward maintenance that restores your helicopter to factory specifications.
- Is this a genuine Blade part or an aftermarket alternative? — This is a genuine OEM (original equipment manufacturer) part direct from Blade. Using authentic manufacturer gears ensures perfect fit, identical performance, and reliable operation. Aftermarket alternatives may have subtle dimensional differences that affect meshing quality and flight stability.
- How difficult is it to replace the main gear myself? — Main gear replacement requires partial disassembly of your rotor head assembly and careful alignment of the new gear with the motor pinion and rotor head drive mechanism. This is an intermediate-level maintenance task best performed by experienced RC helicopter technicians. Consult your helicopter's instruction manual for detailed guidance, or contact expert retailers like Wheelspin Models for advice before attempting this repair.
- Should I keep spare gears in my crash kit? — Yes. RC helicopter pilots are advised to maintain a crash kit including spare main blades, shafts, dampers, linkage sets, and gears. Since this pack includes two gears, one can be installed immediately after damage and one kept as a backup, ensuring minimal downtime during your flying sessions.
- What is the difference between the 180 CFX and 150 S main gears? — Both the Blade 180 CFX and 150 S helicopters use the same main gear specification as part number Z-BLH3408, making this a convenient dual-purpose spare part for pilots who operate both models.
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 BLH Main Gear (2): 180 CFX, 150 S Z-BLH3408 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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