Overview
The Traxxas Composite Center Driveshaft TRX10857 is an essential drivetrain upgrade component for Mini Slash BL-2S 4x4 owners looking to enhance their RC car's performance and compatibility with advanced differential systems. This short driveshaft is specifically engineered for use with optional Traxxas slipper clutches and center differential assemblies, allowing you to unlock greater customisation and tuning potential for your brushless RC short course truck. Whether you're a serious basher pushing your Mini Slash to its limits or a competitive racer fine-tuning your setup, this composite driveshaft represents genuine Traxxas engineering and reliability that UK RC enthusiasts have trusted for decades.
Designed with precision and durability in mind, the composite construction of this centre driveshaft offers the perfect balance between strength and lightweight performance. When you're running your RC car UK-wide, from weekend bash sessions to competitive track days, having quality drivetrain components like this ensures your Mini Slash BL-2S 4x4 RTR performs consistently and reliably. This is a genuine Traxxas part, manufactured to the exact specifications required for seamless integration with your brushless RC vehicle, and it's the kind of component that serious hobbyists invest in when they're ready to take their short course truck to the next level.
The Traxxas Composite Center Driveshaft is part of Traxxas's comprehensive spare parts range, which means you're investing in authenticity, compatibility and the peace of mind that comes with genuine OEM components. If you're upgrading your Mini Slash BL-2S with a 10758 slipper clutch or 10760-series center differential, this driveshaft is not just recommended—it's essential for proper operation and maximum performance potential.
Key Features
- Composite Construction — The driveshaft is manufactured from composite materials that provide an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, reducing rotational inertia whilst maintaining durability under demanding use, which translates to sharper throttle response and better overall handling characteristics in your RC short course truck.
- Short Length Design — This short driveshaft is specifically engineered for installation when using the optional 10758 slipper clutch or 10760-series center differential, allowing you to achieve the precise drivetrain configuration your Mini Slash BL-2S 4x4 requires for advanced tuning and performance customisation.
- Genuine Traxxas Component — As an authentic Traxxas spare part, this driveshaft is manufactured to OEM specifications, ensuring perfect fitment, reliability and longevity, giving you confidence that you're investing in quality that will last through countless hours of RC action.
- Compatible with Mini Slash BL-2S 4x4 Models — This driveshaft is fully compatible with all Mini Slash BL-2S 4x4 RTR short course truck variants, including the pink, green, yellow and orange colour options, making it a versatile upgrade for any owner of this popular brushless RC vehicle.
- Requires Differential Pinion Gear 10862 — When installing this short driveshaft, you must also use the differential pinion gear 10862 to ensure proper gear mesh, engagement and drivetrain function, which Traxxas specifies to guarantee optimal performance and prevent compatibility issues.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas Composite Center Driveshaft TRX10857 represents precision engineering designed specifically for the Mini Slash BL-2S 4x4 RTR, a 1/18-scale brushless short course truck that demands reliability and performance from every component. Constructed from composite materials, this driveshaft offers superior performance characteristics compared to traditional plastic alternatives, providing increased rigidity whilst maintaining a lightweight profile that doesn't compromise the responsive handling characteristics of your RC car. The short length of this driveshaft is critical when upgrading to advanced drivetrain components like the 10758 slipper clutch or 10760-series center differential, as these upgrades require precise spacing and alignment within the transmission assembly. By specifying the use of differential pinion gear 10862 alongside this driveshaft, Traxxas ensures that gear ratios, mesh patterns and power transmission remain optimised for maximum efficiency and durability. For UK RC enthusiasts running brushless mini-scale vehicles, investing in genuine Traxxas drivetrain components like this demonstrates a commitment to performance and longevity that will be rewarded with consistent, reliable operation across countless bash sessions, track days and competitive events.
What's in the Box
- Traxxas Composite Center Driveshaft TRX10857
What You Need to Complete
- Differential pinion gear 10862 (required when installing this short driveshaft)
- Optional 10758 slipper clutch (if upgrading your clutch system)
- Optional 10760-series center differential (if upgrading your differential)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Traxxas Composite Center Driveshaft used for? — This driveshaft is a short-length drivetrain component designed specifically for Mini Slash BL-2S 4x4 owners who are installing the optional 10758 slipper clutch or 10760-series center differential. It replaces the standard driveshaft to provide the correct spacing and fitment required for these advanced drivetrain upgrades, allowing you to customise and optimise your RC short course truck's performance characteristics.
- Which RC cars is this driveshaft compatible with? — The Traxxas Composite Center Driveshaft TRX10857 is compatible with all Traxxas Mini Slash BL-2S 4x4 RTR variants, including the pink, green, yellow and orange colour options. This is the correct driveshaft for these models when upgrading to compatible optional components like the 10758 slipper clutch or 10760-series center differential.
- Do I need anything else when installing this driveshaft? — Yes, when using this short driveshaft, you must also use differential pinion gear 10862 to ensure proper drivetrain function, correct gear mesh and optimal performance. This is a critical requirement specified by Traxxas and should not be overlooked during installation.
- Is this suitable for beginners? — This component is best suited to intermediate to advanced RC hobbyists who are comfortable performing drivetrain upgrades and customisations on their Mini Slash BL-2S 4x4. If you're new to RC cars, we recommend starting with your vehicle in its standard configuration and consulting with experienced RC enthusiasts or your local RC hobby shop before undertaking drivetrain upgrades.
- What is the difference between this driveshaft and the standard Mini Slash driveshaft? — This is a short-length driveshaft designed specifically for use with optional high-performance drivetrain components. The standard Mini Slash driveshaft is longer and designed for the factory transmission layout. This shorter version provides the correct spacing and fitment required when you're installing the 10758 slipper clutch or 10760-series center differential, allowing these upgrades to function correctly and deliver their intended performance benefits.
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 Composite Center Driveshaft TRX10857 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: TRX10857
- Product type: Composite Center Driveshaft
- Spare part category: Drivetrain spares
- Driveshaft length: Short
- Material: Composite
- EAN code: 020334071477
- Compatible vehicles: Traxxas Mini Slash BL-2S 4x4 RTR short course truck (all colour variants)
- Required additional component: Differential pinion gear 10862
- Optional compatible components: Traxxas 10758 slipper clutch, Traxxas 10760-series center differential
We want to make sure your delivery goes smoothly, so here are some important details about our service:
- For orders above £120, we offer delivery to most mainland UK addresses. For orders under £120, we can still deliver to Northern Ireland and the outlying isles, as long as the item can be sent by Royal Mail, weighs less than 30kg, and fits within 61cm × 46cm × 46cm. Some highland and remote areas may carry an extra delivery charge as couriers often apply surcharges in these locations. If you live in one of these areas, feel free to contact us before ordering so we can confirm the delivery options and costs for you.
- Most of our products include delivery in the price. If your order is under £90, a small delivery fee will apply but do not worry this will always be clearly shown at checkout before you complete your purchase.
- Depending on what you choose at checkout, your order will usually be delivered either the next working day or within 2 working days. For next day delivery please place your order before 2:00pm. Orders are dispatched Monday to Friday only. Some items may take a little longer and if that is the case we will always show the expected delivery time on the product page.
- If your order includes items with different dispatch times we will normally wait and send everything together once all items are in stock. If one of the items is going to take a while we will give you the choice either wait for everything to arrive or let us send the available items now and deliver the rest later. It is up to you.
- We use trusted delivery partners to make sure your order gets to you safely and on time. We use DPD for next working day deliveries and Royal Mail for the 2 day option.
- As soon as your order is on its way we will send you a tracking number by email. If you provide your mobile number at checkout we will also send delivery updates straight to your phone so you can keep an eye on progress.
- If a product is marked as "Dispatched within 3 working days" delivery usually takes around 3 to 5 working days from when your order is placed.
- For customers in Inverness and other parts of the Scottish Highlands deliveries can take up to 2 working days even if you select next day delivery as couriers do not currently offer a guaranteed next day service to those areas.
