Overview
The Traxxas Spacers, Steel (Jato Twin-Spoke wheels, Front) TRX5149 are premium quality steel wheel spacers designed specifically for Traxxas Jato Twin-Spoke wheels. These precision-engineered spacers are an essential upgrade for RC enthusiasts in the UK who are looking to enhance their Jato's handling characteristics, wheel fitment and overall appearance. Whether you're a dedicated basher pushing your RC car to the limit or a competitor seeking that extra edge on the track, these steel spacers deliver the quality and performance that Traxxas is renowned for.
Manufactured by Traxxas, one of the world's leading RC car brands, these steel wheel spacers offer genuine OEM quality and reliability. The set of four spacers ensures that all wheels can be equipped uniformly, maintaining perfect balance and symmetry across your Jato. Steel construction provides superior durability compared to plastic alternatives, making these spacers an investment in the long-term performance of your RC vehicle. For anyone in the UK looking for authentic Traxxas parts to maintain or upgrade their Jato, these front wheel spacers are a trusted choice.
Installing wheel spacers on your Jato Twin-Spoke wheels can significantly improve your RC car's stance and handling dynamics. The wider track width that spacers provide helps distribute weight more evenly, reduces body roll during cornering, and can enhance grip and stability during high-speed running. These genuine Traxxas steel spacers are manufactured to exacting tolerances to ensure perfect fitment and compatibility with your Jato's hub assembly.
Key Features
- Genuine Traxxas Manufacturing — These spacers are produced directly by Traxxas to their precise engineering standards, ensuring perfect compatibility with Jato Twin-Spoke wheels and guaranteed quality control that you can rely on for consistent performance.
- Steel Construction — Unlike plastic or aluminium alternatives, these spacers are manufactured from durable steel which provides superior strength, longevity and resistance to impact damage, making them ideal for aggressive bashing and competitive driving.
- Set of Four Spacers — The pack includes four individual spacers, allowing you to equip all four wheels of your Jato with matching components for balanced and symmetrical handling characteristics.
- Perfect for Jato Twin-Spoke Wheels — These spacers are specifically designed for the Jato's Twin-Spoke wheel pattern, ensuring exact fitment and alignment without modification or adapters.
- Improves Stance and Handling — By increasing the track width of your Jato, these spacers improve the vehicle's stance, enhance cornering stability, reduce body roll and provide better weight distribution across the wheels.
- OEM Quality Parts — As genuine Traxxas components, these spacers meet the same quality standards as the vehicles they're designed for, giving you confidence in reliability and longevity.
Technical Performance
These Traxxas steel wheel spacers represent the engineering precision that Traxxas brings to every component of their RC vehicles. The steel material selection is critical—steel offers substantially greater resistance to deformation and impact than plastic alternatives, which means your spacers will maintain their dimensional accuracy through countless impact events and rough handling that characterises aggressive RC car use. The spacers are manufactured to extremely tight tolerances to ensure they integrate seamlessly with your Jato's hub assembly and wheel retention system. When installed properly, these spacers increase the overall track width of your vehicle, which directly impacts suspension geometry, tire contact patch distribution, and the vehicle's centre of gravity during cornering. This wider stance translates to reduced body roll during aggressive cornering manoeuvres, improved traction distribution across all four wheels, and enhanced stability at speed. The Jato platform is known for its aggressive power and performance capability, and these front spacers work to maximise the potential of your chassis by optimising the mechanical geometry. For UK-based RC enthusiasts running their Jatos on tracks or in competitive environments, these spacers are a recognised upgrade that delivers measurable improvements in handling response and consistency.
What's in the Box
- 4 x Steel Wheel Spacers (front, for Jato Twin-Spoke wheels)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are these genuine Traxxas parts? — Yes, these are authentic OEM Traxxas components manufactured directly by Traxxas. The part number TRX5149 confirms they are genuine factory spacers designed and engineered for perfect compatibility with your Jato.
- Will these spacers fit my Jato? — These spacers are specifically engineered for Traxxas Jato Twin-Spoke wheels on the front axle. Verify that your Jato is equipped with Twin-Spoke wheels before purchasing, as these spacers are not compatible with other wheel types.
- What is the benefit of using wheel spacers? — Wheel spacers increase the track width of your vehicle, which improves stance, reduces body roll during cornering, enhances stability, and optimises weight distribution. This results in more predictable handling and better cornering performance, particularly noticeable at higher speeds or in competitive driving scenarios.
- How do I install these spacers? — Installation involves removing your wheels, positioning the spacers between the wheel hub and the wheel, then reinstalling the wheel retention hardware. Ensure all bolts are tightened to the manufacturer's specifications and verify wheel alignment after installation. Consult your Jato user manual for detailed installation instructions.
- Are steel spacers better than plastic or aluminium alternatives? — Steel spacers offer superior durability and impact resistance compared to plastic, making them ideal for sustained aggressive use. Whilst aluminium spacers can offer weight savings, steel provides greater reliability and longevity for bashers who want parts that can withstand punishment.
- Do I need special tools to install these spacers? — You will need standard RC car tools including hex wrenches or screwdrivers (depending on your Jato's wheel retention system) and potentially a wheel puller if your wheels are fitted snugly. Always refer to your Jato manual for the correct tools and installation torque specifications.
- Can I use these on the rear wheels as well? — These spacers are specifically engineered for the front axle and Jato Twin-Spoke wheels. Do not attempt to use them on the rear unless you have verified compatibility with your specific Jato model, as handling characteristics may be affected.
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 Spacers, Steel (Jato Twin-Spoke wheels, Front) (4 pcs) TRX5149 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.
- Product Type: Wheel Spacers
- Brand: Traxxas
- Model Number: TRX5149
- Material: Steel
- Quantity: 4 pieces
- Application: Jato Twin-Spoke wheels (front)
- Construction: Steel for superior durability and impact resistance
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