EBC's USR Slotted Rotors address wear problems at the source, using precision-machined slots to promote flat, parallel pad wear across the full life of the rear brakes on your 2020-2026 Explorer 3.0L Hybrid.
Progressive slot geometry for quiet street use. The narrower multi-slot pattern and progressive slot angle deliver the gas, dirt, water, and debris-clearing benefits of a slotted rotor without the noise penalties common to aggressive sport designs. These rotors run quietly on daily-driven vehicles while still outperforming blank OEM replacements under spirited use.
Parallel pad wear extends service life. Slotted surfaces continuously refresh the pad face, preventing the ridge buildup that drilled-only rotors allow. Consistent pad contact means more predictable braking feel from the first stop to the last, and less frequent replacement of both pads and rotors over time. EBC recommends pairing USR rotors with a matched high-friction pad set to get the full benefit of the design.
R90-approved G3000 grey iron construction. Every USR blank starts as a premium G3000 grey iron casting that meets R90 certification standards. Blanks are precision machined and subject to metallurgical testing, X-ray inspection, dimensional checks, and balance verification before leaving the factory. EBC manufactures 92 percent of everything it sells in its own UK and USA plants, and the remaining bought-in components pass through the same batch-inspection process under BS5750 and ISO accreditations.
Product Benefits
- Direct Rear Fitment: Engineered specifically for the 2020-2026 Ford Explorer 3.0L Hybrid rear axle.
- Parallel Pad Wear: Progressive slot angles prevent ridge buildup on pads and rotors for consistent braking feel.
- Quiet Street Operation: Narrower multi-slot design minimizes noise during daily driving.
- Debris Evacuation: Slots channel gas, water, dirt, and debris away from the pad face under braking.
- R90-Approved Blanks: Premium G3000 grey iron castings meet stringent R90 certification requirements.
- UK and USA Manufactured: Precision machined in EBC's own facilities, not outsourced to unverified suppliers.
- Rigorous Quality Control: Every batch undergoes metallurgical analysis, X-ray inspection, balance checks, and dimensional verification.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes manufactures brake pads, rotors, and brake line components across its own facilities in the United Kingdom and the United States, producing approximately 92 percent of its product range in-house. With ISO and BS5750 accreditations covering both internal production and sourced components, EBC maintains end-to-end quality control across its entire catalog.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | ST |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D2231/D2232 |
