Drum brake ECO Drum

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

Minimal wear combined with maximum performance thanks to optimal friction lining pairing with a separate brake drum.

Brake lining replacements in Formula 1 style – up to one hour faster per vehicle thanks to the ECO principle with the torque-limited axle nut.

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Tried and tested

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

Robust

Minimal wear combined with maximum performance thanks to optimal friction lining pairing with a separate brake drum.

Easy to service

Brake lining replacements in Formula 1 style – up to one hour faster per vehicle thanks to the ECO principle with the torque-limited axle nut.

Features and benefits

  • Universally applicable
  • Enclosed construction enables use under the harshest conditions
  • Quick and easy brake service thanks to the ECO principle
  • Low operating and spare part costs
  • Weight reduction of about 18 kg for ECO Plus 2 (9 t with air suspension)
  • More straightforward installation due to improved dust cover mounting
  • No dirt ingress thanks to revised sealing system
  • Simple to check drum and pad wear using the redesigned observation holes
  • Reduced wear for lower life-cycle costs
  • Can be approved without restrictions for electronic trailer brake systems (EBS)
  • Long life
  • Cataphoretic dip-coating for the best possible surface protection

Product details

Drum brakes ECO Drum - BPW Bergische Achsen

Robust construction and easy to service

With more than 11 million units sold worldwide, the BPW drum brake is now the embodiment of a reliable brake for towed vehicles. It has set new standards for life-cycle costs thanks to its robust construction and ease of servicing. Our designers have succeeded in optimising the classic drum brake further, resulting in the ECO Drum which offers a considerable weight reduction, improved sealing and minimal wear.

Drum brakes ECO Drum - BPW Bergische Achsen

Fastest times in service – top performance in operation

With the ECO Plus bearing from BPW, you will be clearly in pole position – on the road as well as in the garage. The design principle works with the innovative detailed solutions to ensure top mileage and maximum availability along with ideal ease of servicing and repair.