Description
FPK26-717-02 – HYDRAULIC BRAKE PADS (FITS 55313/55314 CALIPERS)
PART NUMBER(S):
Fleet Products: FPK26-717-02 (New) | OE: Meritor MD717, CD717
DESCRIPTION:
Model: Hydraulic Disc Brake Pads – 2-Piston (2.60" Bendix Style)
Vehicles: Freightliner, International, and other medium/heavy-duty trucks and buses using 55313/55314 calipers
• Piston Diameter: 55313/55314, 2.60" piston Bendix-style
• Friction Material: Meritor M550 premium compound, designed for high-temp heavy-duty and bus applications
• Temp Range: Up to 500°C
• Friction Coefficient: ~0.37, stable across temperature range
• Pad Construction:
– Crimped steel backing plates with raised “picks” for secure bonding
– Wire mesh retention system for superior shear resistance hot/cold
• Certification: ECE-R90 certified, each pad batch-marked “MER” for traceability
• Durability: Optimized for long service life, fade resistance, consistent recovery, reduced rotor wear
Applications:
Is this pad set right for your 55313 or 55314 dual piston caliper✔ Yes—engineered for Freightliner, International, and vocational heavy-duty platforms, plus city buses and premium tractor units requiring high braking power, fade resistance, and durability. Tested to Meritor OE standards with improved modulation, lower rotor wear, and consistent braking under severe heat and load.
CROSS-REFERENCE(S):
CD717, D717RH, K26-717-02, 55313, 55314A cross-reference listing means this part is a suitable replacement for the part numbers listed. Please confirm caliper casting number and piston size before installing.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES:
✔ Replace pads as a full axle set for even braking.
✔ Always confirm caliper model (55313/55314, 2.60" piston Bendix-style).
✔ Clean, lubricate slide pins and inspect rotors prior to installation.
✔ Bed pads properly after installation to achieve peak braking performance.
✔ Meritor advises correct torqueing during install but does not publish specific torque specs—refer to OEM service documentation.
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