Description
The DBA 05-22 Toyota Tacoma Level 4 Front Rotor & Pad Kit is a performance-focused front brake upgrade designed for compatible 2005–2022 Toyota Tacoma applications.
This Level 4 kit combines DBA 4000 Series T3 slotted rotors with DBA Street Performance brake pads, creating a balanced braking package for drivers seeking stronger braking performance than a conventional OE replacement setup.
The kit includes DBA42716S front rotors featuring DBA's T3 bi-directional slot design, high-carbon alloyed iron construction, Thermal Stability Profiling, and Kangaroo Paw ventilation. The rotors are paired with DB1482SP Street Performance brake pads, which use a semi-metallic carbon-fibre friction material designed for improved friction response, reduced wear, and low dust.
Fitment
2005–2022 Toyota Tacoma – Front
Designed for compatible Toyota Tacoma front brake configurations using the 319 mm front rotor and matching DB1482SP pad application.
Compatible Tacoma applications represented by this kit include:
- 2005–2011 Toyota Tacoma
- 2014 Toyota Tacoma
- 2017–2018 Toyota Tacoma
- Tacoma Base
- Tacoma PreRunner
- Tacoma X-Runner
- Tacoma SR
- Tacoma SR5
- Tacoma TRD Off-Road
- Tacoma TRD Pro
- Tacoma TRD Sport
- Tacoma Limited
Brake Position: Front
Rotor Diameter: 319 mm
Rotor Thickness: 28 mm
Verify the vehicle's exact brake configuration before ordering, as Tacoma brake specifications can vary by model, trim, year, and application.
What's Included
- 2 × DBA42716S – 4000 Series T3 Front Slotted Brake Rotors
- 1 × DB1482SP – Street Performance Front Brake Pad Set
The two rotors provide the complete front axle rotor replacement, while the pad set contains the pads required for one front axle.
Key Features
- Level 4 Performance Kit: Combines DBA performance rotors and Street Performance brake pads for an upgraded braking package.
- 4000 Series T3 Rotors: High-performance direct-replacement rotors designed for demanding street and performance applications.
- T3 Bi-Directional Slotting: CNC-machined tri-symmetrical slots help evacuate friction dust and gases while promoting consistent braking response.
- Kangaroo Paw Ventilation: DBA's internal vane design increases cooling surface area and improves heat dissipation.
- High-Carbon Alloyed Iron: Rotor metallurgy is designed to handle increased braking heat and stress.
- Thermal Stability Profiling: Heat-treatment process helps improve rotor stability and durability under repeated braking.
- Street Performance Pads: Designed to provide stronger braking characteristics than traditional OE brake pads.
- Semi-Metallic Carbon-Fibre Friction: Application-specific friction material provides effective pedal response and performance.
- Copper-Free Construction: Friction material is manufactured without copper.
- Reduced Dust and Wear: Street Performance formulation is designed to minimize brake dust and pad wear.
- Scorched Friction Surface: DBA's TSP scorching process improves cold friction effectiveness and helps reduce bedding-in time.
- Application-Specific Shims: Multi-layer elastomeric shims help reduce brake noise and vibration.
- Chamfered Pads: Designed to reduce noise, vibration, and harshness.
- Performance-Oriented Combination: DBA recommends Street Performance pads with 4000 Series T3 slotted rotors for optimum braking performance.
Specifications
- Brand: DBA
- Kit Part Number: DBAKIT40011
- Product Type: Front Rotor & Pad Kit
- Application: Toyota Tacoma
- Model Years: 2005–2022
- Brake Position: Front
- Rotor Part Number: DBA42716S
- Pad Part Number: DB1482SP
- Rotor Series: 4000 Series T3
- Rotor Design: Slotted
- Rotor Diameter: 319 mm
- Rotor Thickness: 28 mm
- Minimum Rotor Thickness: 26 mm
- Rotor Height: 67.5 mm
- Center Bore: 108 mm
- Lug Holes: 6
- PCD: 139.70 mm
- Rotor Vane Design: Kangaroo Paw
- Rotor Material: High-Carbon Alloyed Iron
- Pad Series: Street Performance
- Pad Friction Material: Semi-Metallic Carbon Fibre
- Pad Construction: Copper-Free
- Pad Dimensions: 134.6 × 77.1 × 16.7 mm
- Pad Features: Chamfer, slots, shim, scorched/TSP
- Rotor Quantity: 2
- Pad Set Quantity: 1 Front Axle Set
4000 Series T3 Rotor Technology
The DBA42716S uses DBA's 4000 Series T3 rotor technology, combining the 4000 Series performance foundation with a CNC-machined tri-symmetrical slot design.
The T3 slot configuration creates additional exit points for friction dust and gases, helping maintain consistent pad-to-rotor contact and braking response. DBA's Kangaroo Paw ventilation system uses a series of internal pillars to increase cooling surface area and improve heat dissipation.
The rotor is also manufactured from high-carbon alloyed iron and undergoes Thermal Stability Profiling, helping it withstand repeated heat cycles and demanding braking conditions.
Street Performance Brake Pad Technology
The included DB1482SP pads are part of DBA's Street Performance range, developed for drivers seeking improved braking characteristics over traditional OE brake pads.
The semi-metallic carbon-fibre friction material is copper-free and designed to provide effective friction response, low wear, and reduced dust. The pads are also equipped with application-specific shims, slots, and chamfers to help manage noise, vibration, and temperature.
DBA's scorching process helps raise cold friction effectiveness and reduce bedding-in time. DBA recommends using Street Performance pads with 4000 Series T3 slotted rotors for optimum braking performance.
Installation
The DBAKIT40011 is designed as a direct-replacement front brake upgrade for compatible Toyota Tacoma applications.
Install the rotors and brake pads according to the vehicle manufacturer's recommended procedures and complete the appropriate brake bedding process after installation.
Always verify the exact rotor size and brake configuration on the vehicle before ordering. DBA also recommends checking the original brake disc fitted to the vehicle to help prevent incorrect application selection.
