EBC UD1826 Ultimax OEM Replacement Disc Brake Pads

The EBC Ultimax UD1826 is a premium OEM-grade brake pad engineered and manufactured at EBC's Bristol, UK facility. Designed to meet or exceed the stopping performance of original equipment pads, the Ultimax is EBC's number one worldwide selling brake pad — with tens of millions of sets sold — and remains the go-to choice for everyday drivers, commuters, and urban vehicles.

The Ultimax compound features a proprietary low-steel fiber blend that sets it apart from competing economy pads, which can contain up to 50% steel fiber content. EBC's optimized fiber ratio delivers confident, consistent braking across a wide temperature range while keeping rotor wear to a minimum. Disc wear is reduced by up to 50% compared to more abrasive semi-metallic pads, meaning rotors commonly last through two full pad replacement cycles.

Key Features:

• Manufactured in Bristol, UK at EBC's own production facility
• ECE R90 approved — fully equivalent to OEM brake safety standards
• Proprietary low-steel fiber compound for reduced rotor wear and minimal brake dust
• EBC Brake-In® surface coating for immediate stopping performance after installation — no extended bedding required
• Center-line slot on each pad reduces heat buildup and suppresses brake noise
• Edge chamfers minimize noise, prevent edge lifting, and resist corrosion ingress
• Powder-coated pad body and backing plate for long-term corrosion resistance
• Nominal friction coefficient of 0.46 — firm, predictable bite without aggression
• Universal heat range — effective in cold/damp Northern European climates and hot/humid conditions alike
• Complies with SAE J2975:2011 environmental standards with zero sulphides

Priced at a fraction of OEM replacement cost, the Ultimax UD1826 delivers genuine OEM-equivalent braking performance backed by EBC's R90 safety certification. Ideal for sedans, SUVs, and light trucks used in daily driving and urban environments.