PBS Brakes MINI (F56) (F55)John Cooper Works CC 1998 KW 170 Front Pads 8685 15mm thick

PBS Front Performance Brake Pads – MINI F55 / F56 John Cooper Works

Upgrade the front braking performance of your MINI F55 or F56 John Cooper Works with PBS Performance Brake Pads, developed for demanding track, race and motorsport applications.

Manufactured by Performance Brake Solutions, these 15mm-thick front pads are available in a choice of ProRace, ProTrack and ProComp S1 compounds, allowing the braking setup to be matched more closely to how the car is used.

Whether you're building a fast-road MINI, attending regular track days or competing in sprint, race or rally events, PBS offers compounds designed to provide strong bite, consistent braking and good pedal feel across demanding temperature ranges.

Developed for Performance Driving

PBS brake pads are developed with motorsport use at the forefront.

They are designed to provide:

• Consistent braking under repeated heavy use
• Strong pedal feel
• Good modulation and control
• Performance at elevated temperatures
• Strong rotor life
• Low dust relative to their performance capability
• Reliable bite across a broad temperature range

Choice of PBS Brake Compounds

This pad shape is available in three PBS performance compounds:

• ProRace
• ProTrack
• ProComp S1

Each compound offers different characteristics depending on vehicle use, tyre grip and driver preference.

PBS ProRace

ProRace is a ceramic graphite compound designed for serious track and race applications.

It offers strong initial bite combined with excellent control and pedal feel, making it a popular choice for both competition cars and dedicated trackday builds.

Friction coefficient:

• 0.36–0.58 Mu

Working temperature:

• 0–800°C

ProRace is particularly well suited to:

• Regular track days
• Circuit racing
• High-temperature use
• Drivers wanting strong initial bite
• Performance cars running higher-grip tyres

ProRace Characteristics

• Strong initial bite
• Powerful braking response
• Excellent modulation
• Wide operating temperature range
• Suitable for repeated hard braking
• Proven in competition and trackday applications

PBS ProTrack

ProTrack uses a ceramic metallic compound and provides a milder initial bite than ProRace.

It is designed for drivers wanting excellent control and progressive pedal feel without the more aggressive response of a full race-oriented pad.

Friction coefficient:

• 0.40–0.48 Mu

Working temperature:

• 0–700°C

ProTrack is particularly well suited to:

• Occasional track days
• Fast-road performance use
• Wet track conditions
• Lower-grip tyre applications
• Drivers wanting reduced noise and dust

ProTrack Characteristics

• Milder initial bite
• Progressive braking response
• Excellent control and feel
• Suitable from cold
• Lower noise and dust than more aggressive compounds
• Strong option for mixed-use cars

PBS ProComp S1

ProComp S1 is a high-metallic-content competition pad developed for sprint, race and rally applications.

It offers strong lower-temperature performance while retaining the bite, friction level and modulation required for serious motorsport use.

Friction coefficient:

• 0.47–0.58 Mu

Working temperature:

• 50–800°C

ProComp S1 has been used in applications including TCR competition and other race series.

It is particularly well suited to:

• Sprint racing
• Circuit racing
• Rally use
• Time attack
• High-grip competition cars
• Drivers wanting high bite and strong pedal modulation

ProComp S1 Characteristics

• High initial bite
• Strong friction level
• Excellent pedal modulation
• Good lower-temperature performance
• Wide competition temperature range
• Designed for serious motorsport use

Which PBS Compound Should I Choose?

For regular track days and drivers wanting strong bite with a wide operating range, ProRace is a strong all-round choice.

For fast-road driving, occasional track use or drivers wanting a slightly less aggressive pad, ProTrack provides a more progressive response.

For dedicated competition, sprint, rally or high-grip track applications, ProComp S1 provides a more aggressive motorsport-focused option.

15mm Pad Thickness

These front brake pads use a 15mm pad thickness.

Always confirm your existing braking system and pad dimensions before ordering.

Vehicle Fitment

Designed for selected:

• MINI F55 John Cooper Works
• MINI F56 John Cooper Works
• 1998cc models
• 170kW applications

Fitment should always be confirmed against the vehicle specification before ordering.

Product Reference

PBS Part Number: 8685

Pad thickness:

• 15mm

Professional Installation Recommended

Professional installation is recommended.

Brake pads should be fitted correctly and bedded in according to the appropriate procedure before demanding road or track use.

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