The FTC range
Nine product lines in four categories. Pick the category you need, then the line that matches your vehicle and the way you drive.
Brake pads
For disc brakes: three pad lines for cars, performance driving and commercial vehicles.
Pro Brake Pads
Performance street pads with strong cold bite and constant friction across the temperature range.
Premium Brake Pads
Carbon ceramic pads with the lowest dust and longest life in the range, for everyday cars and SUVs.
CV Brake Pads
Rigid moulded semi-metallic pads with high friction and low wear for commercial vehicles.
Brake shoes
For drum brakes: precision-ground shoes for medium and heavy-duty and commercial duty.
Premium Brake Shoes
OE-style shoes, precision ground and dyno tested, for medium and heavy-duty trucks, buses and trailers.
CV Brake Shoes
Shoes engineered for light commercial, heavy-duty and off-highway vehicles to cut downtime.
Brake lining
The friction layer for heavy-vehicle drum brakes.
Brake Lining
Rigid moulded, asbestos-free high-friction lining with low heat conductivity and minimal drum wear.
Discs, drums and hydraulics
The rotating surfaces and the hydraulic heart that complete the system.
Brake Discs
Precision discs designed for heat resistance, accurate fit and corrosion protection.
Brake Drums
Drums matched to FTC shoes and lining for a complete drum-brake system.
Brake Master Cylinders
The hydraulic heart of the system, turning pedal force into braking pressure.
Which part does what
A quick map of the braking system
Most vehicles use discs and pads at the front and either discs or drums and shoes at the rear. This table shows how the FTC range lines up with each job.
| Component | What it does | FTC product |
|---|---|---|
| Pedal and master cylinder | Converts your foot pressure into hydraulic pressure | Brake master cylinders |
| Disc and pads | Pads clamp the spinning disc to slow the wheel | Brake discs, Brake pads |
| Drum and shoes | Shoes expand against the inside of the drum | Brake drums, Brake shoes |
| Heavy-vehicle drum brakes | Friction lining is riveted or bonded to the shoe | Brake lining, CV shoes |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does FTC make parts for both disc and drum brakes?
Yes, FTC makes parts for both disc and drum brakes. The range covers pads and discs for disc brakes, shoes, lining and drums for drum brakes, and the master cylinder that feeds both.
Can I mix FTC parts with other brands?
Friction parts work best when the whole axle is serviced together, so for a matched system choose FTC pads with FTC discs, and FTC shoes with FTC drums.
Where do I find specifications for a specific part?
To get specifications for a specific FTC part, contact the FTC team with your vehicle details.
Ready to find the right part?
Search by make, model and year in the FTC part finder, or shop the full FTC range in the online store.