TRX2252

Overview

The Traxxas Gear Set, metal (for 2250, 2255 servos) TRX2252 is an essential upgrade component for RC enthusiasts looking to enhance the performance and durability of their servo systems. This metal gear set is specifically designed for the Traxxas 2250 and 2255 servo models, offering superior strength and longevity compared to standard plastic alternatives. Whether you're a serious RC car competitor in the UK or a weekend basher pushing your model to its limits, upgrading to metal gears represents a significant investment in reliability and extended component life.

Servo gears are the critical internal components that translate motor power into the torque and speed that control your RC model's steering, throttle, and brake functions. In high-strain applications—such as off-road racing, extreme terrain bashing, or models equipped with brushless powertrains and additional weight from accessories—standard plastic gears can wear quickly or strip under excessive load. The TRX2252 metal gear set eliminates this weakness, providing the durability needed for demanding RC applications where precision steering control is non-negotiable.

This product is ideal for RC car UK enthusiasts who want to upgrade their existing 2250 or 2255 servos without purchasing entirely new units. By replacing the internal gears with this Traxxas metal gear set, you'll experience improved reliability, extended service life, and the confidence that your steering system can handle whatever terrain or driving style you throw at it. RC Model Shop stocks this genuine Traxxas component, ensuring you receive an authorised product with full compatibility and quality assurance.

Key Features

• Metal Construction — The gears in this set are manufactured from metal rather than plastic, delivering significantly greater strength, durability, and resistance to wear. This is particularly important in high-torque applications where plastic gears would quickly degrade or fail, making metal gears the preferred choice for serious RC hobbyists.
• Precision Engineering — Traxxas designs these gear sets to exacting tolerances, ensuring smooth operation, minimal backlash, and consistent performance throughout the life of your servo. This precision engineering translates directly into more responsive steering control and better overall model handling.
• Extended Component Life — By upgrading to metal gears, you significantly extend the service life of your 2250 or 2255 servo, reducing the frequency of replacements and saving money over time. Metal gears withstand thousands of hours of operation that would wear plastic gears to the point of replacement.
• High-Strain Application Ready — Whether you've upgraded to brushless power, added weight with accessories, or frequently run your model in extreme terrain, metal gears provide the durability needed to maintain performance and reliability in demanding conditions.
• Direct Compatibility — This gear set is purpose-designed for the 2250 and 2255 servo models, ensuring perfect fit and function with no modifications required. Simply remove the existing plastic gears and install these metal replacements.
• Genuine Traxxas Component — As an official Traxxas part, this gear set meets the manufacturer's quality standards and is guaranteed to perform as intended, giving you confidence in your upgrade choice.

Technical Performance

Understanding servo mechanics is essential to appreciating why this upgrade matters. Inside every servo is a motor connected to a series of reduction gears that multiply the motor's rotational speed into usable torque at the servo arm. The motor spins at high RPM, and the gears reduce this speed whilst multiplying the force, creating the strength needed to move heavy steering linkages or throttle mechanisms. When you're running a brushless RC car UK model with additional weight from protective armour, underbody protection, or other accessories, the demands on these internal gears increase dramatically. Standard plastic gears can strip, crack, or wear excessively under such loads. Traxxas metal gears, by contrast, are engineered to handle these high-strain applications with ease, maintaining smooth operation even after thousands of servo cycles. The metal construction provides superior fatigue resistance, meaning the gears won't gradually degrade under repeated stress. This is especially critical for drivers who frequently operate in extreme terrain, where steering inputs are forceful and continuous. Metal gears also offer better dimensional stability, maintaining precise gear mesh even after extended use, which means your servo response remains crisp and accurate throughout the life of the component. The TRX2252 represents the engineering philosophy behind Traxxas's reputation for durability: invest in quality internal components that will outlast the external chassis and keep your model performing at its peak.

What's in the Box

• Metal gear set for 2250, 2255 servos

Frequently Asked Questions

• What servos do these metal gears fit? — These metal gears are specifically designed for the Traxxas 2250 and 2255 servo models. Before ordering, verify that you have one of these servo models in your RC car or truck. They will not fit other servo sizes or brands.
• Why should I upgrade to metal gears instead of replacing the entire servo? — Upgrading to metal gears is a cost-effective way to extend the life of your existing servo without the expense of purchasing a completely new unit. If your servo is otherwise functioning well, a gear set upgrade provides renewed durability at a fraction of the cost of a new servo.
• Will metal gears improve my RC car's performance? — Metal gears won't increase your car's top speed or raw torque output, but they will improve reliability and consistency. By resisting wear and strip-out, metal gears ensure your steering response remains precise and responsive throughout extended running sessions, which translates to better handling and control on the track or trail.
• Is this suitable for beginners? — Servo gear replacement requires some mechanical skill and knowledge of servo disassembly. This is more of an intermediate to advanced maintenance task. Beginners may wish to have an experienced RC technician perform this upgrade, or consider purchasing a new servo with metal gears already installed if they're uncomfortable with internal servo work.
• What is the difference between plastic and metal gears? — Plastic gears are adequate for many standard RC applications and are less expensive. However, they wear faster, can strip under heavy load, and require more frequent replacement. Metal gears are significantly stronger, last much longer, resist wear better, and maintain consistent performance even in high-strain applications. For serious RC enthusiasts who run regularly or in demanding conditions, metal gears are the preferred choice.
• Can I install these gears myself? — If you have experience disassembling servos and have the appropriate tools, you can install these gears yourself. However, servo work requires care to avoid damaging internal components. Some RC Model Shop customers prefer to have a technician perform the installation to ensure proper assembly and function.

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 Gear Set, metal (for 2250, 2255 servos) TRX2252 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.