Overview
The Fastrax TRX-4 Brass Hex Wheel Hub is a premium upgrade component designed specifically for Traxxas TRX-4 crawlers and trail trucks. This four-piece set of brass hexagonal wheel hubs represents a significant performance enhancement for anyone serious about maximising their RC crawler's capabilities. Whether you're tackling challenging terrain on the UK's diverse landscapes or competing in organised RC events, these brass hubs deliver the weight distribution and durability that serious RC enthusiasts demand from their trail crawler setups.
Brass construction offers distinct advantages over standard plastic or aluminium alternatives, providing superior weight bias that improves your TRX-4's handling characteristics and ground-keeping ability on uneven terrain. For RC enthusiasts in the UK seeking to optimise their Traxxas TRX-4 ready to run or kit-built crawler, this upgrade component is an essential consideration. The TRX-4 has established itself as one of the most capable 1/10 scale RC crawlers available, and upgrading key components like wheel hubs is how discerning builders extract every ounce of performance from their machines.
These brass hex wheel hubs are manufactured by Fastrax, a respected name in RC aftermarket upgrades, and they integrate seamlessly with genuine Traxxas TRX-4 architecture. The hubs work across the full range of TRX-4 variants including the Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne High Trail Edition, Ford F-150 Ranger XLT High Trail Edition, Chevrolet K5 Blazer, Nissan Pathfinder, Ford Bronco, and TRX-4 Defender models. This versatility makes them a smart investment for any TRX-4 owner looking to improve their setup.
Key Features
- Brass Construction — The use of brass material provides superior durability and weight characteristics compared to standard plastic hubs, delivering improved handling and better weight distribution across your RC crawler's chassis for more stable cornering and enhanced ground contact during technical crawling.
- Four-Piece Set — This pack contains four complete brass hex wheel hubs, providing everything needed to equip all four wheels on your TRX-4, ensuring consistent performance and handling characteristics across all four corner positions.
- Universal TRX-4 Compatibility — These hubs are engineered to fit the full range of Traxxas TRX-4 models including High Trail Edition variants, Sport editions, and special build chassis kits, making them a versatile upgrade that works across the entire TRX-4 platform available to UK RC enthusiasts.
- Precision Hex Interface — The hexagonal design ensures a secure and reliable connection to your TRX-4's drivetrain components, preventing slippage and maintaining consistent drivetrain engagement even under the demanding loads experienced during serious crawling and trail running sessions.
- Authentic Fastrax Quality — Manufactured by Fastrax, a trusted producer of RC aftermarket parts recognised for quality engineering and attention to detail, ensuring these hubs will provide reliable long-term performance as part of your TRX-4 upgrade programme.
- Easy Installation — These brass wheel hubs integrate directly with your existing TRX-4 setup without requiring special tools or complex modifications, allowing you to upgrade your crawler quickly and get back to enjoying your RC experience.
Technical Performance
The brass construction of these wheel hubs delivers measurable performance benefits that serious RC crawler builders appreciate. Brass's superior material density provides beneficial weight bias compared to plastic alternatives, subtly shifting the weight distribution to improve how your TRX-4 responds to terrain changes and maintains traction during technical climbing. The material's inherent strength ensures these hubs can withstand the repeated impact stresses that occur during rock crawling, drop testing, and aggressive trail running without developing the cracks or stress fractures that can develop in plastic hubs over extended use. The precision-manufactured hex interface creates a consistently tight fitment with your TRX-4's drivetrain, ensuring there's no slippage or tolerance creep even after hundreds of hours of use. For UK RC enthusiasts building competition-grade TRX-4 crawlers or simply seeking maximum reliability from their trail truck, upgrading to brass hubs represents sound engineering investment. These components work particularly well when paired with other Fastrax upgrades like the TRX-4 Portal Drive Stub Axles, creating a fully optimised front axle assembly that maximises your crawler's capability on demanding terrain.
What's in the Box
- Four Fastrax TRX-4 Brass Hex Wheel Hubs
Compatibility and Chassis Integration
The Fastrax TRX-4 Brass Hex Wheel Hubs are fully compatible with every current-generation Traxxas TRX-4 model, including the Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne High Trail Edition (available in Black, Metallic Copper, Red, and Metallic Blue), Ford F-150 Ranger XLT High Trail Edition (Black, Blue, and Brown variants), the 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer High Trail Edition (Red and Blue options), the 1979 Chevy Blazer with Clipless Body (Red and Black), the Nissan Pathfinder SE-V6 with 3S power (Silver and Red), the 2021 Ford Bronco (Orange, Black, Red, and White), the TRX-4 Defender with Clipless Mounting (Green, Sand, Red, and Silver), the TRX-4 Sport High Trail Edition (Metallic Blue), and the TRX-4 Sport with Deep-Terrain Traxx and Clipless Body (Orange). These hubs are particularly recommended for users running the unassembled TRX-4 Chassis Kit as well. The comprehensive compatibility list means these brass hubs represent a solid upgrade investment whether you own an existing TRX-4 or are building one from the ground up.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are brass wheel hubs better than plastic or aluminium alternatives for TRX-4 crawlers? — Yes, brass offers distinct advantages for serious crawling applications. Brass provides superior durability compared to plastic while offering different weight characteristics than aluminium, delivering improved handling stability and weight distribution that enhances your TRX-4's performance on technical terrain. Many competition builders choose brass for demanding crawling applications.
- Will these hubs fit my specific TRX-4 model? — The Fastrax TRX-4 Brass Hex Wheel Hubs are compatible with the full range of current Traxxas TRX-4 models, including all High Trail Edition variants, Sport editions, Defender models, and unassembled chassis kits. If you own any current-generation TRX-4, these hubs will fit without modification.
- Do I need special tools to install these wheel hubs? — No, these brass hubs install directly into your TRX-4's existing hex sockets without requiring special tools or complex modifications. You can complete the installation using standard RC hex tools in a matter of minutes, making this one of the easiest and most effective TRX-4 upgrades available.
- What other upgrades pair well with these brass wheel hubs? — The Fastrax TRX-4 Portal Drive Stub Axles (model FTTX318BR) are designed specifically to work with these wheel hubs, creating a fully optimised front axle assembly that maximises your crawler's performance and reliability on demanding terrain.
- Are these suitable for beginners upgrading their TRX-4? — Absolutely. While these are premium aftermarket components favoured by serious builders, the installation is straightforward enough for any TRX-4 owner. If you've already assembled your TRX-4, upgrading to brass wheel hubs is a logical next step that delivers noticeable improvements without requiring specialist knowledge or tools.
- How do brass wheel hubs affect my TRX-4's handling? — Brass hubs provide subtle but meaningful changes to your crawler's weight distribution and handling characteristics. The additional material density improves how your TRX-4 maintains traction during climbing and responds to terrain changes, making them particularly valuable if you frequently tackle technical rock crawling or competition-level courses.
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 Fastrax TRX-4 Brass Hex Wheel Hub (4) FTTX316BR 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: Fastrax TRX-4 Brass Hex Wheel Hub
- Manufacturer: Fastrax
- Model Number: FTTX316BR
- EAN: 5056135710104
- Quantity: Four wheel hubs per pack
- Construction Material: Brass
- Component Type: Wheel hub with hex interface
- Compatible Scale: 1/10
- Tune-Up Category: Transmission upgrade
- Compatibility: Traxxas TRX-4 (all current models)
- Compatible Models: TRX92056-4 Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne High Trail Edition, TRX92046-4 Ford F-150 Ranger XLT High Trail Edition, TRX92086-4 Chevrolet K5 Blazer High Trail Edition, TRX82276-4 Chevy Blazer, TRX82216-4 TRX-4 Unassembled Chassis Kit, TRX110056-4 Nissan Pathfinder SE-V6 3S, TRX92076-4 Ford Bronco, TRX82256-4 TRX-4 Defender, TRX82044-4 TRX-4 Sport High Trail Edition, TRX82224-4 TRX-4 Sport, TRX82234-4 TRX-4 Sport with Deep-Terrain Traxx
- Related Component: Works with Fastrax TRX-4 Portal Drive Stub Axle (FTTX318BR)
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