What is the benefit of a 2-piece rotor design?

A 2-piece rotor design separates the rotor friction ring from the hub assembly, often using a floating hat. This allows the rotor to expand and contract with heat independently, which helps prevent warping and reduces stress on the mounting points. It also typically results in a lighter overall assembly.

How do the Type 1 slots on these rotors work?

The Type 1 slots are machined into the rotor surface to help sweep away brake dust and gases that can accumulate between the brake pad and rotor. This helps maintain consistent friction and improves braking performance, especially during repeated hard stops.

Do these rotors come with new hardware or hats?

These are 2-piece rotors, which means they include both the rotor friction rings and the aluminum hats. They are designed as a direct replacement for your factory 2-piece rotors, so they should include all necessary components for installation as a complete rotor assembly.

Brembo 2-Piece Slotted Front Brake Rotors 380x34 102.9003A

Name: Brembo 08-16 R8 4.2/5.2 Excl CC Brake Fr 2-Piece Discs 380x34 2pc Rotor Slotted Type1
Brand: Brembo
SKU: brembo-brembo-08-16-r8-4-2-5-2-excl-cc-brake-fr-2-piece-discs-380x34-2pc-rotor-s-t14-580742
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Brembo 08-16 R8 4.2/5.2 Excl CC Brake Fr 2-Piece Discs 380x34 2pc Rotor Slotted Type1

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Brembo 08-16 R8 4.2/5.2 Excl CC Brake Fr 2-Piece Discs 380x34 2pc Rotor Slotted Type1

Key Features

Fits 2008-2016 Audi R8 4.2L and 5.2L models (excluding carbon-ceramic brakes).
Brembo 2-piece front brake rotor set.
Rotor dimensions are 380mm in diameter and 34mm thick.
Features a Type 1 slotting pattern to improve cooling and gas/dust evacuation.
Floating hat design helps manage thermal expansion and reduce stress.
Direct replacement for factory front rotors, designed for a precise fit.

These rotors are designed for the 2008-2016 Audi R8 with 4.2L and 5.2L engines, but they will not fit models equipped with factory carbon-ceramic brake systems.

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Product Details

If you're looking to get the most out of your Audi R8's braking system, especially when pushing it hard on the track or during spirited driving, a high-performance rotor upgrade like these Brembo 2-piece discs is a smart move. These rotors are specifically designed for the 2008-2016 R8 models with the 4.2L and 5.2L engines, excluding those with carbon-ceramic brakes. They replace your factory front rotors with a larger, more capable setup that can handle increased heat and stress.

Brembo is well-known for their braking components, and these 2-piece rotors are a prime example of their expertise. The rotors themselves measure 380x34mm, offering a larger surface area for heat dissipation compared to stock. The Type 1 slotting pattern is engineered to help sweep away dust and gas that can build up between the pad and rotor surface, maintaining consistent braking performance even under heavy use. The 2-piece design features a floating hat, typically made from aluminum, which allows the rotor ring to expand and contract freely with temperature changes. This helps prevent rotor warping and reduces stress on the mounting points, contributing to a longer rotor life and more stable braking feel. The hat is often anodized for corrosion resistance and a clean look.

These rotors are a direct replacement for the factory front rotors, meaning they are designed to fit without modification to your existing caliper or hub assembly, assuming your R8 is not equipped with the factory carbon-ceramic brake system. When installing, it's always a good idea to ensure your brake pads are also in good condition and compatible with the slotted rotor surface. Proper bedding-in procedures, as recommended by Brembo, will help you get the best performance and longevity from these high-performance discs.