Traxxas M3 x 45mm Cap-Head Machine Screws Hex Drive Black TRX9682

Overview

The Traxxas Screws, 3x45mm cap-head machine (hex drive) (6) TRX9682 are genuine OEM replacement fasteners designed specifically for Traxxas RC vehicles. Whether you're maintaining your RC car UK collection, performing routine maintenance on your brushless RC monster truck, or rebuilding components after an exciting bash session, these precision-engineered screws are an essential spare part for any serious RC enthusiast. Traxxas is the world-leading manufacturer of ready to run RC vehicles, and their genuine spare parts are engineered to the same exacting standards as the vehicles themselves, ensuring perfect fitment and reliability every time.

These cap-head machine screws are particularly crucial for owners of high-performance Traxxas models like the Sledge Belted monster truck series. The robust construction and precise engineering of these fasteners ensure that critical components remain securely fastened during intense driving sessions, whether you're tackling challenging terrain, racing on the track, or simply enjoying weekend bashing with friends. Having spare screws in your toolbox means you're always prepared for quick repairs and maintenance without needing to wait for replacements.

As a genuine Traxxas spare part, the TRX9682 is manufactured to the exact specifications required for Traxxas vehicles, ensuring compatibility and longevity. These screws are an investment in keeping your RC hobby equipment in peak condition, and they represent the kind of attention to detail that separates quality RC equipment from inferior alternatives.

Key Features

• M3 x 45mm Size — The 3mm metric diameter with 45mm length provides the precise specifications needed for mounting critical components on Traxxas vehicles, ensuring proper fitment without gaps or misalignment that could compromise structural integrity during high-speed driving.
• Cap-Head Design — The rounded cap-head profile offers a clean, professional appearance whilst providing a larger contact surface than flat-head alternatives, which reduces the risk of slipping and stripping when torqued to specification during assembly and maintenance work.
• Hex Drive (Allen Key) Socket — The internal hexagonal socket accepts standard hex keys, providing excellent grip and control when tightening or removing screws, which minimises the risk of damage to the screw head or surrounding components compared to alternatives like Phillips head or slot drives.
• Machine Thread Construction — These screws feature traditional machine threads rather than wood screws or sheet metal threads, which means they're designed to work in pre-drilled holes with matching threaded inserts or nuts, providing a secure and repeatable fastening solution that won't strip with repeated assembly and disassembly.
• Black Colour Finish — The black finish provides both aesthetic consistency with Traxxas design language and practical corrosion resistance, protecting the screws from oxidation and rust, particularly important when your RC car UK investment is used in wet conditions or stored for extended periods.
• Six-Pack Quantity — Each package contains six screws, providing spare fasteners for replacement of damaged or lost components, as well as extra screws for future maintenance and repairs, giving you peace of mind that you'll have spares when you need them most.
• Genuine OEM Traxxas Part — As an official Traxxas spare part, these screws are manufactured to the exact standards and specifications used in Traxxas RC vehicles, ensuring perfect compatibility and reliability that you can trust with your expensive RC equipment.

Technical Performance

These M3 x 45mm cap-head machine screws represent precision fastening engineering designed to meet the demanding requirements of modern RC vehicles. The 3mm diameter provides sufficient tensile strength for securing components that experience vibration and shock loading during high-speed operation, whilst the 45mm length ensures adequate engagement depth when securing multi-layer assemblies common in brushless RC monster trucks and other high-performance vehicles. The machine thread design means these screws are intended for use with pre-threaded holes or threaded inserts, a far superior approach to self-tapping screws as it prevents stripping of the receiving material through repeated assembly and disassembly cycles. The hex drive socket provides mechanical advantage and positive engagement that prevents the kind of bit slippage and damage you'd encounter with Phillips or slot-head alternatives, particularly important when working on your RC car UK in limited workshop space or with cold hands. The black finish applied to these screws provides both protective corrosion resistance and visual consistency with contemporary Traxxas design standards. These fasteners are manufactured to tight tolerances, ensuring that batches of screws maintain consistent dimensions, which is critical when reassembling precision-engineered components that must fit together with minimal tolerance stack-up. Whether you're performing scheduled maintenance on your ready to run RC vehicle or executing field repairs during a weekend bash session, the reliable performance and genuine quality of these Traxxas screws ensures that your vehicle will perform at its intended level without fastening-related failures.

What's in the Box

• 6 x Traxxas M3 x 45mm cap-head machine screws with hex drive socket in black finish

Frequently Asked Questions

• What RC vehicles are these Traxxas screws compatible with? — These M3 x 45mm cap-head machine screws (TRX9682) are specifically listed as compatible with the complete Traxxas Sledge Belted 1/8 4WD Brushless Electric Monster Truck range, including the green, red, orange, and blue colour variants. However, as genuine Traxxas OEM spare parts, they may also be suitable for other Traxxas models that use M3 x 45mm fasteners — we recommend checking your specific vehicle's parts diagram or contacting our expert team for confirmation of compatibility with other models.
• Why should I buy genuine Traxxas spare parts instead of generic screws? — Genuine Traxxas spare parts are manufactured to the exact specifications and quality standards required for their vehicles, ensuring perfect fitment, optimal grip characteristics with the hex socket, and materials selected specifically for the demands of RC racing and bashing. Generic fasteners may have slightly different dimensions, inferior materials, or inconsistent quality that could result in poor fitment, slippage, or premature failure during operation, potentially damaging your expensive RC equipment or causing mid-session failures that ruin your day of fun.
• How many screws do I get in a pack and will they run out quickly? — Each TRX9682 package contains six cap-head machine screws, which provides a useful quantity of spares for replacement of damaged or lost components, as well as extras for future maintenance projects. Most routine repairs and maintenance only require one or two screws, so a six-pack typically provides spares for multiple service intervals, though serious racers or those who frequently disassemble their vehicles for upgrades may want to keep several packs on hand.
• What tools do I need to install these screws? — These screws feature a hexagonal socket (Allen key) drive, so you'll need a 2.5mm hex key (Allen key) to tighten and remove them. Having a quality hex key set in your toolbox is essential for any RC hobbyist working on Traxxas vehicles, and we recommend investing in a precision set with both short and long arms for access to fasteners in tight spaces.
• Are these screws corrosion-resistant? — The black finish applied to these M3 x 45mm machine screws provides corrosion resistance that protects them from oxidation and rust, particularly useful if your RC car UK is used in wet conditions, near saltwater, or stored for extended periods without regular use. However, like all ferrous metal fasteners, they should be kept dry and inspected periodically if your vehicle is regularly exposed to moisture.
• Can I use these screws to replace fasteners on other RC brands? — Whilst these are M3 x 45mm metric fasteners that are used across the RC industry, we strongly recommend confirming compatibility with your specific vehicle before substituting them for OEM fasteners from other manufacturers, as there may be subtle differences in thread pitch, material, or grip requirements that could affect performance or cause damage.

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 Screws, 3x45mm cap-head machine (hex drive) (6) TRX9682 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.