Wabco 10410851 Drum Brake 410x180

Description

The Wabco 10410851 is a drum brake designed for heavy-duty applications. It is used in braking systems to provide stopping power, typically found on the rear axles of commercial vehicles. This brake measures 410.0 mm in diameter and features a mounting configuration with 16 holes of 18.25 mm diameter spaced 210 mm apart. It is a 410 x 180 ZE, Duplex type device intended for the right side, and is supplied without a cylinder. This drum brake is manufactured to OE specification, ensuring reliable performance and durability while meeting original equipment standards.

Key Features & Benefits

This drum is a really key part of your braking system. Basically, it's a big metal cylinder that brake shoes press against from the inside. When you hit the brakes, those shoes grip the inside of the drum, creating friction which slows down or stops the wheel. It’s where a lot of the stopping power comes from, especially on the rear wheels of many vehicles. It also houses the brake shoes and other components, protecting them from the elements and debris. Think of it as the housing and the surface that your brake shoes work against. It spins with the wheel, and when you apply the brakes, everything inside that drum starts to create friction to slow things down. A lot of older vehicles and even some newer ones, especially trucks and vans, still use drum brakes, particularly in the rear. It’s a pretty straightforward design, but it’s incredibly important.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, without functioning brake drums, you’re not going to be stopping very effectively, obviously. If the drum is warped or damaged, it throws off the whole braking process. You’ll notice if a drum is bad – usually it's a pulling feeling when you brake, or a pulsing in the brake pedal. It acts like a shield for the internal parts, keeping dirt and water out, so if that protection is gone, everything wears out much faster. You can find these drum brakes at places like Fixparts Online, and it's important to replace them in pairs, so both sides work equally well. Ignoring a bad drum can lead to bigger, more expensive problems down the road, and definitely impacts your safety.

Warranty Information

Wabco Drum Brake 410x180 (MPN 10410851) comes with a 1-year warranty.