EBC DP31482C Redstuff Ceramic Front Brake Pads for 2004-2011 BMW 5/6/7 Series

Vehicle Fitment

• 2004-2010 BMW 5 Series (E60/E61, 535d 3.0L TD / 540i 4.0L V8 / 545i 4.4L V8 / 550i 4.8L V8, RWD/AWD)
• 2006-2010 BMW M5 (E60/E61, 5.0L V10 S85, RWD)
• 2005-2011 BMW 6 Series (E63/E64, 635d 3.0L TD / 650i 4.8L V8, RWD)
• 2005-2011 BMW M6 (E63/E64, 5.0L V10 S85, RWD)
• 2002-2008 BMW 7 Series (E65/E66/E67, 745i 4.4L V8 / 750i 4.8L V8 / 760i 6.0L V12, RWD)
• 2005-2010 ALPINA B5/B6/B7 (E60/E63/E64/E65, 4.4L Supercharged / 4.4L Turbo, RWD)

Fitment Notes

• Fits vehicles equipped with ATE front brake calipers only - verify caliper brand before ordering
• Two rotor thickness variants exist for 550i (E60): 30mm and 36mm - pad compatibility applies to both
• Does not fit BMW 525i, 528i, 530i, or other lower-displacement non-sport 5 Series trims
• Rear brake pads are separate - see EBC DP31451C for the matching rear set
• Not intended for track, racing, or competition use - street use only

Features

• Aramid fiber-based ceramic compound delivers powerful, consistent bite from cold and improves as temps rise
• Up to 80% reduction in brake dust compared to OEM pads - minimal residue washes off easily
• EBC Brake-In red surface coating conditions rotors and speeds up pad bed-in from first installation
• Nucap NRS mechanical hooks on backplates eliminate the risk of pad delamination or debonding
• Shimmed and chamfered design for quiet, vibration-free braking in daily street driving
• ECE R90 type approved for street-legal use on most passenger vehicles

Specifications

• Part Number: DP31482C
• Position: Front Axle
• Friction Material: Aramid fiber / ceramic composite (Redstuff 3000 Series)
• Friction Coefficient: 0.5 nominal
• Pad Thickness: 21mm (0.83")
• Dust Reduction: ~80% vs OEM
• Bed-In Distance: Up to 1,000 miles for full performance
• Warranty: 1 year / 10,000 miles (street use only)

Included Components

• 1x Set of Front Brake Pads (Left and Right, one axle)

Product Description

The EBC DP31482C Redstuff Ceramic brake pads are engineered for high-performance European luxury and M-series vehicles that demand strong, low-dust braking in demanding street conditions. Built on an aramid fiber base enhanced with ceramic particles, these pads deliver confident bite from a cold start - performing on par with or better than OEM pads - while significantly reducing the brake dust buildup that commonly plagues high-end alloy wheels.

Designed as a direct OEM replacement for the front axle, the DP31482C installs onto ATE-equipped calipers across the BMW E60, E63, and E65 platforms including M5, M6, 550i, 650i, 760i, and ALPINA variants. The included EBC Brake-In coating eliminates the need for an extended break-in burnish, and Nucap NRS backing plates provide long-term pad security. These pads are best suited for drivers who want performance-level braking feel and clean wheels without compromising daily drivability.