Defender · Defender 90 / 110 / 130 · 1990s–2016
Defender (Classic) brakes
Brake parts sized for heavy Land Rover SUVs, from pads and discs to calipers and parking brake components.
What is specific to the Defender (Classic)
Brake parts for the Defender (Classic) (Defender 90 / 110 / 130, 1990s–2016) are matched to the derivative and model year rather than the model name alone. Local derivatives range from the 90 300Tdi to the 110 2.2 Heritage.
Drivetrain: Permanent four-wheel drive with a two-speed (high and low range) transfer case, beam axles on coil springs, separate steel chassis. No air suspension.
Have this ready when you enquire
- The 17-character VIN from your licence document, which identifies your exact Defender 90 / 110 / 130 (sold here 1990s–2016) and its build.
- The exact derivative, for example 90 300Tdi, 110 Td5 County, 110 2.8i and 110 2.4 TDCi Puma, as listed on your licence document.
- A photo of the old part or its part number, if you can get to it.
Known Defender (Classic) brakes faults
None of the Defender (Classic) faults we track fall in this system, so there is no known weak point to warn you about here. Send the part name with your VIN and the team will confirm the right brakes for your vehicle.
Parts commonly needed for the Defender (Classic)
Defender owners mostly buy parts to keep a working vehicle working: suspension bushes, shocks and springs, swivel housing and hub components, brake parts, clutch kits and propshaft universal joints.
Choose the Defender (Classic) part
Defender (Classic) brakes questions
Why do Land Rover brakes wear quickly?
Weight is the main reason. Discovery and Range Rover models are heavy, and towing, off-road driving, mountain passes and stop-start city traffic all add to the load. Engine braking in a lower gear on long descents takes strain off the brakes and helps the pads and discs last longer.
Should I replace brake pads and discs together?
Replace discs whenever they are below minimum thickness, badly scored or warped. Many workshops fit new discs with every second set of pads on heavy Land Rovers. Always replace pads and discs in axle pairs, both front or both rear, so the vehicle brakes evenly.
Brakes for other Defender models
Other Defender (Classic) systems
For how these parts work and the signs of wear, read the Land Rover brakes guide.
The right brakes for your Defender (Classic)
Share the VIN and engine number and the SparesBoyz parts team will check fitment before quoting.