Overview
The Traxxas Wheel hubs, hex (steel) (2pcs) / axle pins (2 pcs) TRX1654R are essential replacement and upgrade components for RC enthusiasts maintaining or tuning their Traxxas mini-scale vehicles. These 12mm hex wheel hubs represent genuine Traxxas engineering, designed to deliver reliable performance across a range of mini RC cars including the Mini Rally VXL and Mini Slash BL-2S platforms. Whether you're a seasoned RC car UK hobbyist looking to refresh worn components or a dedicated basher seeking to upgrade your setup, these steel hex hubs offer the durability and precision fit that Traxxas vehicles demand. The inclusion of matching axle pins ensures you have everything needed for a complete hub assembly, making this a straightforward upgrade or replacement option.
Traxxas has built its reputation on producing high-quality RC cars and accompanying parts that perform consistently in competitive and recreational environments. These wheel hubs are manufactured to tight tolerances, ensuring they mesh perfectly with your vehicle's drivetrain for smooth, responsive handling. As part of the brushless RC car revolution that has transformed the hobby, Traxxas components like these hubs have proven themselves thousands of times over in the field. When you choose genuine Traxxas parts, you're investing in reliability, compatibility and longevity.
This product is specifically engineered as a transmission tune-up option, making it ideal for those looking to enhance their mini-scale RC vehicles' performance or simply maintain them to factory specifications. The steel construction provides robust durability, whilst the precise 12mm hex configuration ensures compatibility with a wide range of Traxxas mini-platform vehicles. If you're shopping for RC car spares UK or looking to build a competition-ready setup, these hex hubs are a foundational component worth having in your spares box.
Key Features
- 12mm Hex Configuration — The standard 12mm hex wheel hub size provides compatibility with numerous Traxxas mini-scale vehicles, including the Mini Rally VXL and Mini Slash BL-2S platforms, ensuring you can easily upgrade or replace your existing hubs with a drop-in fit.
- Steel Construction — Built from steel, these hubs offer exceptional durability and strength, able to withstand the rigorous demands of bashing, racing and regular use without deforming or wearing prematurely under load.
- Complete Hub Assembly — The package includes not only the two wheel hubs but also two axle pins, giving you everything required for a full hub assembly without the need to source additional fasteners separately.
- Genuine Traxxas Engineering — Manufactured by Traxxas to OEM specifications, these hubs guarantee perfect fitment and function with your Traxxas RC car, maintaining the precision and responsiveness your vehicle was designed to deliver.
- Replacement and Upgrade Option — Whether you're refreshing worn components or optimising your vehicle's drivetrain, these hubs serve as both a direct replacement and a tuning upgrade to enhance overall vehicle performance and longevity.
- Transmission Tune-Up Component — Classified as a transmission tune-up option, upgrading your wheel hubs can contribute to improved power delivery, reduced drivetrain play and smoother handling characteristics across various driving conditions.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas 12mm hex wheel hubs represent a critical component in the drivetrain system of mini-scale RC vehicles. Constructed from steel, they provide the structural integrity necessary to handle the torque transmission from brushless motors and precision ESCs that power modern Traxxas vehicles. The 12mm hex interface is the industry standard for mini-scale RC cars, particularly in the Traxxas Mini Rally VXL and Mini Slash BL-2S platforms, where precise weight distribution and low rotational mass are essential for competitive performance. The inclusion of two axle pins ensures that the hub assembly remains secure and properly positioned on the axle, preventing any movement or slippage that could compromise handling or create drivetrain noise. Steel construction provides superior durability compared to softer materials, resisting the impacts and stresses inherent to bashful and competitive RC driving. The tight engineering tolerances characteristic of Traxxas components ensure minimal play in the drivetrain, translating directly to more responsive steering and acceleration. This is particularly important in mini-scale vehicles where every component's precision contributes to the overall driving experience. Whether you're running 3S LiPo batteries through a brushless system or exploring other battery configurations, these hubs will maintain their integrity and performance across the range of speeds and forces you'll encounter during normal operation.
What's in the Box
- Wheel hubs, hex (steel) — 2 pieces
- Axle pins — 2 pieces
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which Traxxas RC cars are these wheel hubs compatible with? — These 12mm hex steel wheel hubs are compatible with the Traxxas Mini Rally VXL Ford RS200 (available in grey, blue and red variants) and the Traxxas Mini Slash BL-2S 4X4 RTR Short Course Truck (available in yellow, orange, pink and green variants). If you own either of these mini-scale platforms, these hubs will provide a direct replacement or upgrade to your existing drivetrain components.
- What material are these wheel hubs made from? — These wheel hubs are constructed from steel, which provides superior durability and strength compared to lighter materials, making them ideal for bashful driving and competitive racing where reliability is paramount.
- Do these hubs come with everything I need to install them? — Yes, this package includes both the two wheel hubs and two axle pins, providing you with a complete hub assembly solution. You won't need to source additional fasteners or components to complete the installation on compatible vehicles.
- What is the hex size for these wheel hubs? — These wheel hubs feature a 12mm hex configuration, which is the standard size for Traxxas mini-scale vehicles and ensures compatibility with your Mini Rally VXL or Mini Slash BL-2S platform.
- When should I consider upgrading to these wheel hubs? — Consider upgrading when your existing hubs show signs of wear, develop play in the drivetrain, or if you're tuning your vehicle for improved performance. As a transmission tune-up component, these hubs can help reduce drivetrain slop and improve overall vehicle responsiveness.
- Are these suitable for racing use? — Yes, these are genuine Traxxas components engineered to OEM specifications, making them suitable for both recreational bashing and competitive racing applications where reliability and precision are essential.
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. 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, hex (steel) (2pcs) / axle pins (2 pcs) TRX1654R 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 get in touch with our team — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
