Overview
The Traxxas Drive Cup, Centre, Front or Rear (Steel Constant-Velocity) is a premium replacement component designed specifically for the legendary Traxxas Sledge 1/8 scale monster truck. This heavy-duty hardened steel drive cup represents a significant upgrade to your Sledge's driveline system, offering enhanced durability and power transfer for serious RC enthusiasts and weekend bashers alike. Whether you're running your RC car UK-wide on rough terrain or tackling challenging off-road courses, this steel constant-velocity drive cup ensures your drivetrain can handle the demands of high-performance driving.
Built from hardened steel material, this replacement drive cup is engineered to work seamlessly with the upgraded 9655X centre CV driveshafts, providing a robust solution for both front and rear applications on your Sledge. The steel construction offers superior longevity compared to standard plastic components, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to upgrade their brushless RC monster truck for increased durability and reliability. This is a genuine Traxxas part, ensuring perfect fitment and compatibility with your existing setup.
RC hobbyists in the UK who demand the very best in durability and performance will appreciate the engineering excellence that Traxxas brings to this component. The steel constant-velocity design ensures smooth power delivery to your wheels, reducing vibration and improving overall handling characteristics. This is particularly valuable if you're pushing your Sledge to its limits with high-speed runs or aggressive cornering.
Key Features
- Heavy-duty hardened steel construction — The drive cup is manufactured from hardened steel material, providing exceptional durability and resistance to the stresses and impacts encountered during intense off-road driving and high-performance RC sessions.
- Steel constant-velocity design — The constant-velocity (CV) configuration ensures smooth, efficient power transfer from your driveshaft to the wheels, minimising vibration and maximising traction during acceleration, braking, and cornering.
- Compatible with upgraded 9655X centre driveshafts — Specifically engineered to work with Traxxas's premium 9655X centre CV driveshafts, this drive cup delivers a performance upgrade path for serious Sledge owners looking to enhance their drivetrain capabilities.
- Front or rear application flexibility — This single drive cup can be used on either the front or rear centre driveshaft assembly, providing flexibility in your upgrade strategy and allowing you to upgrade one axle at a time if desired.
- Genuine Traxxas component — As an authentic Traxxas spare part, this drive cup is manufactured to exacting OEM standards, ensuring perfect fitment, reliability, and long-term performance with your Sledge.
- Enhanced durability over standard components — The steel construction provides significantly greater durability than standard plastic drive cups, extending component lifespan and reducing the frequency of replacement during your RC driving adventures.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas Drive Cup represents a substantial engineering upgrade for the Sledge platform, which is renowned as a 1/8 scale 4WD brushless electric monster truck. This component is specifically designed to mate with the upgraded 9655X centre CV driveshafts, creating a high-performance drivetrain assembly that delivers smooth power transfer and exceptional durability. The hardened steel construction provides excellent impact resistance and wear resistance, critical factors when running a powerful brushless motor system through demanding terrain. The constant-velocity design ensures that power is transmitted smoothly to the wheels at all steering angles, improving handling precision and reducing the noise and vibration that can result from drivetrain shock loads. This is particularly important in high-performance RC applications where precise handling and reliability are paramount. The steel material composition offers superior fatigue resistance compared to plastic alternatives, making this an excellent long-term investment for any serious Sledge owner.
What's in the Box
- 1x Traxxas Drive Cup, Centre, Front or Rear (Steel Constant-Velocity)
What You Need to Complete
- Traxxas 9655X centre CV driveshaft (required for use with this drive cup)
- Compatible Traxxas Sledge 1/8 scale monster truck
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this drive cup compatible with my Sledge? — Yes, this Traxxas TRX9587X drive cup is designed specifically for the Traxxas Sledge Belted 1/8 4WD brushless monster truck, available in green, red, blue, and orange colour variants. It is compatible with the upgraded 9655X centre CV driveshaft system.
- What is the difference between this steel drive cup and the standard plastic version? — The steel construction provides significantly enhanced durability, impact resistance, and wear resistance compared to standard plastic drive cups. Steel drive cups are better suited for high-performance driving, aggressive off-road use, and demanding RC conditions. They reduce vibration and noise whilst providing extended component lifespan.
- Will this drive cup improve my Sledge's performance? — When paired with the upgraded 9655X centre CV driveshaft, this steel drive cup provides smoother power delivery, improved handling precision, and enhanced durability. The constant-velocity design reduces drivetrain shock and vibration, potentially improving overall handling characteristics and longevity of your RC monster truck.
- Is this a genuine Traxxas part? — Yes, this is an authentic Traxxas genuine spare part, manufactured to OEM specifications. You can be confident in perfect fitment, reliability, and long-term performance when you purchase from an authorised Traxxas retailer.
- Can I use this on both front and rear? — Yes, this single drive cup is designed to fit either the front or rear centre driveshaft assembly on your Sledge, providing flexibility in how you upgrade your drivetrain.
- What models of Sledge is this compatible with? — This drive cup is compatible with the Traxxas Sledge Belted 1/8 4WD brushless electric monster truck, including all colour variants: green (TRX95096-4-GRN), red (TRX95096-4-RED), blue (TRX95096-4-BLUE), and orange (TRX95096-4-ORNG).
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 Drive cup, Center, front or rear (steel constant-velocity) (1) (fits Sledge) TRX9587X 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.
- Brand: Traxxas
- Model Number: TRX9587X
- EAN: 020334958792
- Product Type: Centre Drive Cup (Steel Constant-Velocity)
- Material: Hardened Steel
- Application: Front or Rear Centre Driveshaft
- Compatibility: Traxxas Sledge Belted 1/8 4WD Brushless Electric Monster Truck
- Compatible Models: TRX95096-4-GRN, TRX95096-4-RED, TRX95096-4-BLUE, TRX95096-4-ORNG
- Design Type: Constant-Velocity (CV)
- Required Driveshaft: Traxxas 9655X Centre CV Driveshaft
- Tune-Up Category: Transmission
- Quantity per Package: 1
- Construction: Heavy-duty hardened steel
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