DRUM BRAKE ECO DRUM: THE COST BRAKE.

Proven

With more than 11 million units sold, the BPW drum brake is now the epitome of a reliable brake for towed vehicles.

Robust

Minimal wear and maximum performance through optimal friction pairing with its own brake drum.

Service-friendly

Changing pads like in Formula 1 - up to 1 hour faster per vehicle thanks to the ECO principle with the torque-limited axle nut.

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Whether it's tough use or adverse weather conditions - the BPW ECO Drum brake meets these challenges impressively with its closed design and perfect sealing system: proven a million times over, reliable and robust. And thanks to the ECO principle, it is also particularly easy to maintain: e.g. one hour time saving in the 3-axle vehicle.

The highlights of the product

Proven

With more than 11 million units sold, the BPW drum brake is now the epitome of a reliable brake for towed vehicles.

Robust

Minimal wear and maximum performance through optimal friction pairing with its own brake drum.

Service-friendly

Changing pads like in Formula 1 - up to 1 hour faster per vehicle thanks to the ECO principle with the torque-limited axle nut.

Perfect sealing

No dirt ingress and easy visual inspection.

Specially tailored

Best performance and low wear thanks to optimally matched friction pairing with calibrated brake shoes.

Easy assembly

Quick and easy installation of the brake shoes via snap lock.

Robust

No wear on the brake bolts and secure positioning of the brake shoes thanks to the C-clamps.

ECO principle

(Dis)assembly of the complete unit (DIN ISO tapered roller bearing, ECO Seal) via the central torque-limited axle nut, as in Formula 1.

Easy maintenance

Lining and drum with wear edges.

Consistent braking performance

Two-piece, brass-coated and permanently lubricated brake roller.

Durable

Optimal grease guidance and sealing guarantee a long service life.

Reliable

Robust camshaft mounting via sealed sintered bushing.

Smart control

Matching BPW braking system for consistent air clearance, ensuring high safety and good braking performance.

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ROBUST AND SERVICE-FRIENDLY CONSTRUCTION

With more than 11 million units sold, the BPW drum brake is now the epitome of a reliable brake for towed vehicles. Thanks to its robust design and ease of service, it sets standards in terms of life cycle costs. With the ECO Drum, our designers have perfected the classic drum brake to this day. The result: a remarkable lightweight, improved sealing and minimal wear.

BEST SERVICE TIMES

With the ECO Plus bearings from BPW you are clearly in pole position - on the road and in the workshop. The design principle in conjunction with the innovative detailed solutions not only ensures the highest mileage and maximum availability, but also ideal service and repair friendliness.