2X AP Racing RADI-CAL 4 POT Brake Caliper CP8530/AP 8530 + 362/355/380mm Rotors + pads - FULL Brake KIT for VW GOLF / GOLF R - mk6 mk7 mk7.5 mk8
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$4,659.00 AUD
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$5,299.00 AUD
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2X AP Racing RADI-CAL 4 POT Brake Caliper CP8530/AP 8530 + 362/355/380mm Rotors + pads - FULL Brake KIT for VW GOLF / GOLF R - mk6 mk7 mk7.5 mk8
AP-CP8530-bbk-vw-golf
Sale price
$4,659.00 AUD
Regular price
$5,299.00 AUD
AP RACING CALIPERS - Radi-Cal 4pots
2 x AP Racing calipers
2 X Slotted Rotors - HT4S SLotted Heat Treated + high Carbon
set of Street Pro HD pads
set of nuts and bolts
set of Customised Brackets + Aluminioum hats
Set of Braided brake hose kit
Full Bolt on Brake kit
great for street Performance Use
The AP Racing CP8530 caliper is a 4-piston, forged two-piece aluminum caliper from the "World Radi-CAL 1" family, engineered for high-performance front road applications and factory big brake kits. It provides superior stopping power, rigidity, and includes road-use features like dirt seals and anti-rattle clips.
Key Features and Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Piston Configuration | 4 pistons: two at Ø38.1 mm and two at Ø41.3 mm |
| Piston Area | 49.56 cm² |
| Construction | Forged two-piece aluminum alloy body |
| Mounting Type | Radial mount, 195.0 mm centers |
| Disc Compatibility | Suits ventilated discs from 330mm to 400mm in diameter and 32mm in thickness |
| Weight | Approximately 3.35 kg (without pads), according to AP Racing specifications |
| Brake Pads | Uses the AP Racing pad shape CP6600D55, with a pad depth of 55.0mm |
| Seals | Fitted with boot-type dirt seals to prevent contamination and pad anti-rattle clips to reduce noise |
Applications
The AP Racing CP8530 is widely used in various aftermarket big brake kits for a broad range of performance vehicles, including Audi S3, A3, RS3, and VW Golf MK6, MK7, and MK7.5 GTI/R models.
- Performance Road: Designed for enthusiasts seeking a significant upgrade over stock braking systems for spirited street driving.
- Track Days: Its robust construction and thermal stability make it suitable for occasional track use, where it delivers consistent, fade-free performance.
- Big Brake Kits: It is typically sold as part of a complete front-axle big brake kit, which includes application-specific mounting brackets, brake lines, discs (iron or carbon-ceramic options are available), and pads.