Febi 16861 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Front Brake Pads for BMW Applications

Febi brake pad set 16861 is a front disc brake pad set built for select BMW models from 2011-2020. It features a 19.3 mm brake lining thickness including backing plate, a 148.3 mm length, and a 70.0 mm width for the listed front axle applications.

Compatible With BMW 320i, 328i, 428i, X3, and other listed models, this Febi front brake pad set is prepared for a wear indicator and is specified for vehicles with the matching brake disc dimensions and caliper setup. Part number 16861 is also referenced by OE-style cross numbers for the same application.

Key Features

• Front disc brake pad set for select BMW vehicles
• Brake lining thickness including backing plate: 19.3 mm
• Pad length: 148.3 mm
• Pad width: 70.0 mm
• Prepared for wear indicator
• Febi brand line for OE-style brake service parts

Detailed Product Information

Febi 16861 is a front brake pad set engineered around the listed dimensions and fitment requirements for BMW 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, and X3 applications. The fitment data includes vehicles such as BMW 320i, 328i, 428i, 330i, 330e, 430i, and X3 front brake applications, with notes that some listings are not for Blue Painted Caliper or are limited to vehicles without M-performance brakes. This part number 16861 should be matched to the vehicle’s brake disc diameter, disc thickness, and caliper specification before ordering.

Febi’s febi product line focuses on replacement parts built to match the required service dimensions for European vehicles. This brake pad set is prepared for a wear indicator and is listed with ECE R90 approval in several fitments, supporting direct replacement service on the specified BMW front axle applications.

This part cross-references BMW OE numbers 34 10 6 799 801 and 34 11 8 855 010 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Worn front brake pads on listed BMW models
• Brake noise caused by pad wear
• Reduced braking performance from thin friction material
• Wear indicator service needs on equipped vehicles
• Front axle brake maintenance for BMW 320i, 328i, 428i, X3, and related models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the front axle fitment against the vehicle’s brake disc diameter, disc thickness, and caliper type before installation. Some listed BMW applications exclude Blue Painted Caliper and M-performance brake setups, so confirm the brake package on the vehicle before ordering. Inspect rotors, pad hardware condition, and the wear sensor connection during service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s brake service procedure.

Quality Assurance

Febi brake components are cataloged for OE-style replacement use and are listed here with application-specific dimensions and fitment data to support accurate selection for the stated BMW models.