Traxxas 5118A Bearing Reference Guide

Traxxas 5118A OEM RC Bearing Guide

This guide explains the Traxxas 5118A OEM bearing reference using the compatibility, bearing sizes, locations and product data currently listed by 888-RC. Use it to identify the bearing size, the vehicle models where this reference appears, and the related replacement bearings or kits that include it.

OEM Bearing Summary

  • Make: Traxxas
  • OEM/reference part number: 5118A
  • Listed bearing size: 8x16x5
  • Listed bearing type: Rubber sealed
  • Compatible models listed: 3
  • Common applications: centre driveline or differential support and centre driveline support

Compatible Models and Bearing Locations

The table below lists the vehicles and applications where this OEM/reference number appears in the current catalogue data.

Vehicle Scale Model/version notes Bearing size Quantity in complete kit Application
Traxxas Slash 4X4 1/10 VXL; Ultimate; LCG Ultimate; BL-2S has different hub/centre counts; verify before listing as compatible 8x16x5 2 2 bearings are listed for centre driveline or differential support, used for supports rotating driveline components.
Traxxas Slash 4X4 BL-2S 1/10 BL-2S; Ford F-150 Raptor R BL-2S; verify body-specific chassis fitment 8x16x5 2 2 bearings are listed for centre driveline support, used for supports RC drivetrain, steering or hub rotation.
Traxxas Slash 4X4 Ultimate 1/10 Slash 4X4 Ultimate 8x16x5 2 2 bearings are listed for centre driveline or differential support, used for supports rotating driveline components.

Direct Replacement Bearing Products

These individual replacement bearing products match 5118A by OEM/reference number or by the listed bearing size for a compatible vehicle.

Product SKU Size Compatible vehicles Product link
8x16x5 RC Bearing for Traxxas Slash 4X4 (5118, 5118A) 888RC-BRG-8X16X5-TRX5118A 8x16x5 Traxxas Slash 4X4 View bearing
8x16x5 RC Bearing for Traxxas Slash 4X4 BL-2S (5118A) 888RC-BRG-8X16X5-5118A 8x16x5 Traxxas Slash 4X4 BL-2S View bearing
8x16x5 RC Bearing for Traxxas Slash 4X4 Ultimate (5118, 5118A) 888RC-BRG-8X16X5-TRX-SLASH4X4ULTIMATE 8x16x5 Traxxas Slash 4X4 Ultimate View bearing

Bearing Kits That Include This Reference

These complete and assembly-specific kits include a bearing listed with 5118A.

Kit Vehicle SKU Kit type Product link
Traxxas Slash 4X4 Complete Bearing Kit Traxxas Slash 4X4 888RC-TRX-SLASH4X4-FULL-BRG complete bearing kit View kit
Traxxas Slash 4X4 Transmission Bearing Kit Traxxas Slash 4X4 888RC-TRX-SLASH4X4-TRANS-BRG transmission bearing kit View kit
Traxxas Slash 4X4 BL-2S Complete Bearing Kit Traxxas Slash 4X4 BL-2S 888RC-TRX-SLASH4X4BL2S-FULL-BRG complete bearing kit View kit
Traxxas Slash 4X4 BL-2S Drivetrain Bearing Kit Traxxas Slash 4X4 BL-2S 888RC-TRX-SLASH4X4BL2S-DRIVE-BRG drivetrain bearing kit View kit
Traxxas Slash 4X4 Ultimate Complete Bearing Kit Traxxas Slash 4X4 Ultimate 888RC-TRX-SLASH4X4ULTIMATE-FULL-BRG complete bearing kit View kit
Traxxas Slash 4X4 Ultimate Transmission Bearing Kit Traxxas Slash 4X4 Ultimate 888RC-TRX-SLASH4X4ULTIMATE-TRANSMISSION-BRG transmission bearing kit View kit

Related Vehicle Bearing Guides

Use these vehicle pages to compare the full bearing list, quantities and applications for each supported model.

FAQ

What size is the Traxxas 5118A OEM bearing?

The current catalogue lists Traxxas 5118A as 8x16x5.

Which RC models use Traxxas 5118A?

The listed compatible models are Traxxas Slash 4X4, Traxxas Slash 4X4 BL-2S and Traxxas Slash 4X4 Ultimate.

Where is Traxxas 5118A used?

Listed applications include centre driveline or differential support and centre driveline support.

Can I buy Traxxas 5118A as a single bearing or in a kit?

Where available, this page links to the direct replacement bearing and to complete or assembly-specific kits that include the bearing.