Track days and sprint events demand full brake performance from the first pedal press, not after three warm-up laps. The EBC Racing RP-X compound delivers a consistent 0.55 friction coefficient from ambient temperature through 750°C (1400°F), giving your 2015-2017 Mustang V6 3.7L maximum bite the moment braking begins.
Cold-to-hot consistency sets RP-X apart. Many race compounds require heat cycling before they reach operating friction levels. RP-X achieves 100 percent brake effect from cold, making it the correct choice for sprint racing, hill climb events, and any circuit format where cars enter braking zones at full pace without a gradual warm-up period.
Stainless steel backing plates reduce heat soak. Unlike painted steel backplates, the bare stainless construction conducts less heat toward the caliper piston and brake fluid. Lower fluid temperatures translate directly to a firmer pedal feel under repeated hard stops.
Nucap NRS hook retention eliminates pad debond. Each backplate features Nucap NRS mechanical hooks that lock the friction material to the plate at a structural level. This removes the failure mode that adhesive-only bonding introduces under sustained high-temperature race use.
RP-X versus RP-1: different tools for different jobs. EBC Racing positions RP-X as a higher-bite, more aggressive compound relative to RP-1, not a universal upgrade over it. Drivers who prefer a sharp, immediate pedal response and consistent feel across a wide temperature window will favor RP-X. Drivers who prioritize modulation and progressive bite may find RP-1 a better fit. Neither compound carries R90 approval for road use in European markets; these pads are intended for closed-circuit and competition use.
Product Benefits
- 0.55 Friction Coefficient: Maintained consistently from 0°C through 750°C across the full braking event.
- 100% Cold Brake Effect: Full friction performance from the first stop, no warm-up laps required.
- Stainless Steel Backplates: Unpainted stainless construction limits heat transfer to caliper and fluid.
- Nucap NRS Hook System: Mechanically locks friction material to the backplate, eliminating debond risk.
- Excellent Pad Life: Provides strong longevity under race conditions relative to the friction level offered.
- Front Fitment Specific: Engineered for the front axle of the 2015-2017 Mustang V6 3.7L.
- UK Factory Made: Manufactured entirely at EBC Brakes' Bristol, United Kingdom facility.
- Competition Use Only: Not R90 approved; intended for track, sprint, and hill climb applications.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes manufactures friction products from its Bristol, UK facility, producing compounds that span street, track, and full race applications. The EBC Racing division focuses on motorsport-specific materials validated across a broad range of competition formats and vehicle platforms.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | V6 |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
