Is There A Hub/Drum Assembly For A 3,500lb Axle That Will Fit A 12" Wheel
Updated 02/03/2026 | Published 07/23/2024
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What are the trailer brake options for a 3500k axle and a 12” wheel? I’m looking to put brakes on my trailer but cannot find anything that will fit the 12” wheel and is also compatible with a 3.5k axle.
asked by: Adam W
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Expert Reply:
Hi Adam,
The smallest wheel sizing for a 3,500lb axle hub is 13" so you would have to switch up to a larger wheel and go with a manual-adjust 10" brake assembly # AKEBRK-35 or self-adjust # AKEBRK-35-SA. The correct hub/drum assembly will depend on the bolt pattern of the wheel you switch to.
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Kevin C
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Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 2,000-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 7" Diameter - 5 on 4-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Drum
- EZ Lube
- L44649 / L44649
- Standard Grade
- For 2000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 12 Inch Wheel
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Jameson C.
2/3/2026
Hey Adam, did you end up switching to the larger wheel size for your 3,500‑lb axle? Knowing which brake setup worked could help others trying to upgrade their trailers the same way.