The Shimano FH-TC500-HL is a sealed-bearing rear freehub built for dependable, low-maintenance wheel building on road and gravel bikes. Its HG spline L freehub body accepts 12- and 11-speed road cassettes, while the 12mm E-THRU axle and Centre Lock rotor mount keep everything stiff, true and easy to service.

Highlights

• HG spline L freehub body for 12/11-speed road cassettes
• 142mm over-locknut spacing with a 12mm E-THRU thru axle
• 28-hole drilling, compatible with 13- and 14-gauge spokes
• Centre Lock disc mount with spline interface and lock ring
• Pawl-ratchet engagement for smooth, reliable pick-up
• Labyrinth and contact hub sealing for all-weather durability

Modular sealed-bearing design

The TC500 moves away from traditional cup-and-cone to a sealed-bearing, modular hub platform. The result is consistent rolling performance, simpler servicing and strong protection against water and grit through the combination of labyrinth and contact seals on the hub and a contact seal on the freehub body.

Stiff, secure axle interface

A 12mm E-THRU axle clamps the wheel firmly into the frame for precise tracking and confident braking. The pawl-ratchet freehub delivers smooth engagement, and the 28-hole flange suits modern road and gravel wheel builds.

Compatibility & fit

Designed for frames with 142mm rear spacing and a 12mm E-THRU rear axle. The HG spline L body fits Shimano and compatible 12-speed and 11-speed road cassettes. Uses Centre Lock rotors secured with a lock ring (sold separately). Drilled 28H; compatible with 13- and 14-gauge spokes. Not compatible with Micro Spline cassettes or HG spline M (MTB) cassettes.