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The world leaders in brake upgrades for 4x4 vehicles and off road racing. All manufacturing, quality control and assembly is done entirely in-house.

Powerbrake designs and manufactures the very best brake upgrade kits on the market for 4x4 vehicles. Powerbrake's civilian X-Line 4x4 big brake kits feature direct technology transfer from the Powerbrake R-Line off-road race brake systems that have been used by works race teams to win multiple FIA Cross Country World Championships as well the infamous Dakar Rally, which is regarded by many to be the most grueling motorsport event on the planet.

18/09/2023

Bigger wheels and tyres increase rotational inertia which means an increase in needed braking torque.

Consider the common upgrade from OEM tyres and rims to a larger off-road oriented tyre such as indicated above. The larger tyre, carrying more weight further away from the axle centre results in a higher rotational inertia. This increase in rotational inertia requires more brake torque to slow down the vehicle in the same time, from the same speed. In the above scenario, moving to the heavier 33” Nitto tires will result in a 67% increase in rotational inertia. That in turn would require 38% more brake torque to slow down in the same time, from the same speed. Either the extra required brake torque is generated by pressing the brake pedal down harder, or increasing the available brake torque by upgrading the brake system.

05/09/2023

Dakar Winning technology for your 4X4

The rapid worldwide growth in modifying 4x4 vehicles has created a significant need for well-engineered brake upgrade solutions.

Overland enthusiasts are fitting roof-top tents, bull bars, long-range fuel tanks, water tanks, additional battery systems, storage systems, additional spare wheels etc, these accessories significantly increase vehicle weight, which severely affects brake performance and results in increased stopping distances.
The POWERBRAKE civilian X-Line 4×4 big brake kits were designed by the same team that designed our renowned R-Line off-road race brake systems and they are manufactured on the same state-of-the-art equipment, in the same factory.

All design features found in POWERBRAKE civilian X-Line 4×4 big brake kits were directly developed through the extensive involvement at the highest levels of international off-road racing.

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29/08/2023

What true stopping power looks like!! Our X-Line Big Brake Kit was recently fitted upfront to a behemoth of a 79 Series Cruiser, with our D-Line kit fitted at the rear.

20/08/2023

The 1st 79 Series Land Cruiser in New Zealand to run our X-Line Big Brake Kit.

07/08/2023

POWERBRAKE X-Line 4X4 calipers are machined from aerospace grade billet aluminum, in-house at the POWERBRAKE factory in South Africa.

POWERBRAKE brings over 20 years of in - house design, R&D and manufacturing expertise, as well as world championship and Dakar Rally winning technology to each and every brake system that POWERBRAKE deliver to our 4×4 customers.

24/07/2023

Some real life feedback on our D-Line 4x4 brake upgrade kit from some serious off road enthusiasts.

Kiwi4wd

13/07/2023

𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝟮 𝗫-𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝟰𝘅𝟰 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟴/𝟴 – 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝗳𝘁𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲

As with all POWERBRAKE Big Brake Kits, each X-Line 4x4 kit is tailored to the specific target vehicle. This involves careful software modelling of correct brake balance, brake torque outputs and pedal feel using our proprietary brake simulation software, which we developed in-house, is a key element in the success of our X-Line 4x4 Big Brake Kits. The software allows us to enter all aspects of the factory brake system on the car as well as all key data affecting chassis dynamics under braking. Our engineers can then simulate braking events at various negative G's and analyse dynamic weight transfer for the chassis in question.

They are then able to perfectly optimise brake torque outputs delivered by our Big Brake Kits by changing disc diameters, caliper piston ratios and brake pad friction co-efficient. The result is that the caliper piston diameters / ratios, disc sizes and pad compounds in each kit are tailored to the vehicle platform in question. Our X-Line 4x4 Big Brake Kits will perfectly integrate with the ABS, EBD and other stability control systems on the vehicle. When driving a vehicle fitted with a POWERBRAKE X-Line 4x4 Big Brake Kit, you will feel this attention to detail coming through by the way that the vehicle chassis reacts under braking.

06/07/2023

𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝟮 𝗫-𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝟰𝘅𝟰 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟳/𝟴 – 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲

All POWERBRAKE X-Line caliper hardware components (including the pad retaining pins, bleed screws and pad abutments) are manufactured from stainless steel to ensure highest levels of corrosion resistance.
X-Line 4x4 caliper mounting brackets are machined from billet aircraft grade aluminium alloy, FEA enhanced for strength and rigidity and (type-3) hard anodised. One detail to note is that we use stainless steel thread inserts for the radial mount bolts that secure our X-Line 4x4 calipers to the caliper mounting brackets. Since our X-Line 4x4 calipers feature a solid caliper re-enforcement bridge, you need to remove the two caliper radial mount bolts in order to change pads. For this reason, thread inserts are used in our mounting brackets to achieve maximum thread strength and durability. Similar thread inserts are used extensively in the aerospace industry due to their increased strength over conventional aluminium threads.
The brake lines included with our X-Line 4x4 big brake kits feature an extruded Teflon inner lining that is highly resistant to the aggressive chemical properties of modern brake fluids, as well as being able to handle far higher temperatures than rubber. The Teflon lining is covered by 32 strands of tightly woven stainless-steel braid that acts as the muscle of the hose, providing incredible resistance to expansion under pressure. Our stainless braid is covered with a polymeric outer layer that prevents dirt from getting between the stainless braid and the Teflon inner lining. The end fittings on our hoses are all machined from grade-304 stainless steel as opposed to the plated, mild steel fittings used by many of our competitors. The resulting hose assemblies offer the best possible pedal feel, matched to excellent durability and corrosion resistance.

02/07/2023

𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝟮 𝗫-𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝟰𝘅𝟰 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟲/𝟴 – 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗧𝗥 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺

All POWERBRAKE X-Line 4x4 calipers feature our Maximum Temperature Recording (MTR) system. The system provides a permanent record of the maximum operating temperature reached by the caliper. Feedback from our R-Line race customers has been extremely positive with regards to the MTR system over the years. We therefore decided to apply this same technology to our X-Line 4x4 calipers. This feature provides valuable data in the support of brake fluid and brake pad compound choice. The inclusion of a MTR system on civilian big brake kit range as a standard feature is unique to POWERBRAKE on the world market.

29/06/2023

𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝟮 𝗫-𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝟰𝘅𝟰 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟱/𝟴 – 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

POWERBRAKE X-Line 4x4 calipers all feature stainless steel pistons. Stainless steel is significantly more expensive to manufacture caliper pistons from than the aluminium pistons used by many of our competitors but the benefits are well worth the investment. Stainless steel transfers heat far slower than aluminium. The result is that stainless steel pistons slow the transfer of heat from the brake pads to the calipers seals and brake fluid, hereby reducing the chances of boiling brake fluid and also extending the piston’s seal life. Our caliper pistons are manufactured from a special grade of stainless steel that is more than twice as strong as regular 304-grade (in terms of yield and ultimate tensile strengths), while maintain the same levels of corrosion resistance.

Our X-Line 4x4 calipers (like their Dakar-spec R-Line counterparts) feature internal fluid crossovers and hidden bleed screws for protection against damage from stone impacts. Every part of the X-Line 4x4 caliper is aimed at maximum usability and durability in tough off-road or 4x4 conditions.

27/06/2023

𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝟮 𝗫-𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝟰𝘅𝟰 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟰/𝟴 – 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

POWERBRAKE strongly believe in the benefits of machining their multi-piston calipers from solid billet. All POWERBRAKE championship winning X-Line and R-Line race calipers are machined from high-grade aerospace aluminium billets. Machining from billet is an expensive way to manufacture calipers but it results in a finished product that exhibits exceptional levels of strength and rigidity. Our X-Line 4x4 calipers are available in two finish options. Either a Red anodize (type-2) or a Dark Grey hard anodize (type-3). The anodize dyes used for our Red finish have been carefully selected to offer the maximum UV and temperature resistance to ensure long-term colour retention. The Dark Grey hard anodise is our most durable finish and is the finish that is use on all of our R-Line off-road race calipers. The high-tensile caliper cross-bolts used in the assembly of our X-Line 4x4 calipers are European sourced and coated with a silver zinc flake coating. This coating offers exceptional corrosion resistance, while having no negative effect on bolt strength at all. The bolt positions of our X-Line 4x4 calipers are the result of extensive FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and deliver optimum caliper rigidity. The cross-bolts are inserted into the caliper from the inboard side resulting in maximum wheel clearance.

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