Racetech Mil-Spec Gimbal Universal Joint 5/8" x 5/8"

The Helico Mil-Spec Racetech universal joint is designed to ensure precise power transmission between two shafts with angular misalignment. Manufactured to a military specification (Mil-Spec), it meets exceptionally high standards for quality, resistance, and reliability, making it the component of choice for the most demanding motorsports applications.

Compliant with MIL-J-6193 specifications, this Helico gimbal features a Pin & Block design (shaft and friction pads), originally developed for the aerospace industry. This architecture offers an excellent balance between operational precision, minimal deformation under load, mechanical resistance, and service life. It is particularly well-suited for gearshift linkages where control quality is essential.

Manufactured from AISI 4142 chrome-molybdenum alloy steel with a cadmium-plated finish, it offers excellent abrasion resistance and corrosion resistance. Its maximum operating angle of 30° compensates for misalignment while maintaining smooth and precise power transmission.

Thanks to its high-precision machining and Mil-Spec-grade manufacturing, the Helico Racetech gimbal is a reliable and durable solution for tuners and professionals seeking high-performance components.

Technical Specifications

Brand: Racetech
Part Number: RTUJB12
Type: Mil-Spec Helico Cardan Shaft
Specification: MIL-J-6193 (military grade)
Design: Pin & Block (shaft and friction pads)
Material: AISI 4142 Chrome-Molybdenum Alloy Steel
Finish: Cadmium-plated
Bore: 5/8" x 5/8" (15.88 x 15.88 mm)
Outside diameter of the gimbal: 19.1 mm (0.750")
Outside diameter of the body: 31.8 mm (1.250")
Length: 81.0 mm (3.187")
Maximum operating angle: 30°
Breakaway torque: 1,900 lb-in (≈ 215 Nm)