Wabco 10410838 Drum Brake 410x180 Z-E

Description

The Wabco 10410838 Drum Brake 410x180 Z-E is a critical component of the mechanical braking system, responsible for slowing or stopping a vehicle through the application of friction. This brake drum is designed for use in heavy-duty applications and is a direct replacement for OE specifications. The 410 x 180 Z-E drum offers robust stopping power and durability. It features a 410.0 mm diameter and 195 mm distance between holes, with mounting utilizing 16x Ø 17 mm. The drum measures 200 x 450 x 450 mm.

Key Features & Benefits

This drum brake is really the core of your stopping power on that wheel. It's a pretty simple system – it houses the brake shoes and wheel cylinder inside the drum itself. When you hit the brake pedal, hydraulic pressure forces those shoes outwards, pressing against the inside of this drum. That friction is what actually slows and stops the wheel. It’s a mechanical system, so it's all about leverage and friction working together. This drum actually replaces the entire rotating component where the brakes work. It spins with the wheel, and the brake shoes press against its inner surface. It’s typically used on the rear wheels of a lot of vehicles, though some older cars and trucks use them on all four. This specific size—410x180—is important; it needs to match what your vehicle originally had to ensure everything fits and functions correctly. You can find a listing for this drum, and see if it fits your vehicle, over at Fixparts Online if you want to check.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, obviously, brakes are pretty critical, right? This drum is a major part of that system. It takes a lot of heat and wear with every stop. If it's worn or damaged—warped, cracked, heavily rusted—it’s going to affect your stopping distance. You’ll notice if it’s really bad—maybe a pulsing feeling in the pedal, a lot of noise when braking, or the car pulling to one side. A damaged drum can also wear out other brake components faster. It acts like a shield protecting the more delicate internal brake parts and handling a lot of the heat generated during braking. Keeping these in good shape is a big part of safe driving.

Warranty Information

Wabco Drum Brake 410x180 Z-E (MPN 10410838) comes with a 1-year warranty.