EBC Racing RP-X front brake pads, part number DP82454RPX, are engineered for peak on-track and race performance on select BMW M3, M4, and M2 applications. The RP-X compound delivers a 25 percent higher friction coefficient than EBC Racing RP-1 across its operating temperature range, along with a more positive initial bite and excellent pedal feel. This makes the pads especially suitable for heavy vehicles, high-performance driving, and brake systems that are inherently under-servoed.
Designed to maintain true race performance at the highest recorded racing temperatures, RP-X brake pads provide consistent stopping power during demanding track sessions. Stainless steel backing plates and EBC Racing’s Nucap NRS hook pad retention system support secure construction and dependable pad retention under severe braking conditions. The compound is also designed to be kind to brake discs compared with many aggressive racing materials, while offering disc wear comparable to other popular track compounds.
Because the RP-X compound prioritizes maximum track performance, drivers should expect higher brake dust and noise than with street-oriented pads or the less aggressive RP-1 compound. EBC Racing notes that RP-1 may be preferable for light- to medium-weight vehicles, vehicles without EBC Big Brake Kits, or applications without ABS. The RP-X front brake pads are intended for competition and performance use where strong initial bite, high-temperature stability, and confident pedal response are key priorities. Fits select 2021 and newer BMW M3 and M4 models, as well as select 2023 and newer BMW M2 applications; verify vehicle and brake configuration before ordering.
Features:
- Peak on-track and race performance at high operating temperatures
- 25 percent higher friction coefficient than RP-1 across the working temperature range
- More positive initial bite and excellent pedal feel compared with RP-1
- Suitable for heavy or inherently under-servoed vehicles
- Expect higher brake dust and noise due to the aggressive race compound
- Comparable disc wear to other track and race materials, with more wear than RP-1
- Nucap NRS hook pad retention system
- Stainless steel backing plates
- Designed to be kind to brake discs and rotors
- Fits select BMW M3, M4, and M2 applications
Fitment:
2021 BMW M3 Base
2021 BMW M3 Competition
2021 BMW M4 Base
2021 BMW M4 Competition
2021 BMW M4 Competition xDrive
2022 BMW M3 Base
2022 BMW M3 Competition
2022 BMW M3 Competition xDrive
2022 BMW M4 Base
2022 BMW M4 Competition xDrive
2023 BMW M2 Base
2023 BMW M3 Base
2023 BMW M3 Competition
2023 BMW M3 Competition xDrive
2023 BMW M4 Base
2023 BMW M4 Competition xDrive
2023 BMW M4 CSL
2024 BMW M2 Base
2024 BMW M3 Base
2024 BMW M3 Competition
2024 BMW M3 Competition xDrive
2024 BMW M3 CS
2024 BMW M4 Base
2024 BMW M4 Competition xDrive
2025 BMW M2 Base
2025 BMW M3 Base
2025 BMW M3 Competition
2025 BMW M3 Competition xDrive
2025 BMW M4 Base
2025 BMW M4 Competition
2025 BMW M4 Competition xDrive
2025 BMW M4 CS
2026 BMW M2 Base
2026 BMW M3 Base
2026 BMW M3 Competition
2026 BMW M3 Competition xDrive
2026 BMW M4 Base
2026 BMW M4 Competition
2026 BMW M4 Competition xDrive