PFC 0044 Race Brake Pads, 11 Compound, 15mm Thick, Girling 14LF / Alcon R-Type — Formula Ford & Formula Mazda (Axle Set)

Performance Friction 0044 (FMSI D044) race brake pads in the 11 compound — proven over years of use by SCCA Runoff champions in Formula Ford, Formula Mazda and similar cars.

• PFC part number: 0044.11.15.44
• Pad shape: 0044 (FMSI D044)
• Thickness: 15mm
• Compound: 11
• Fits the Girling 14LF (533) caliper used on many Formula Ford 1600 cars and the original Formula Mazdas; the Alcon R-Type is the current replacement for the Lockheed LD20.
• Can also be used in the smaller Girling 12SP (528 / FMSI D62) caliper by trimming 0.035″ (0.9mm) from the outer edges (12SP pad width is 2.43″ / 61.8mm).
• Each box contains 4 pads — a full axle set.

Pad Dimensions

Compound in This Listing

• 11 — Sprint / Medium-Distance Control. Developed from the 01 compound for sprint and medium-distance racing, with improved bite, modulation and release. Ultra-smooth, tuned to reduce wheel lock at the end of a stop, and works across a wide temperature range — a favorite where ABS is used. Wear is on par with 01 with superior disc conditioning. Best where control and modulation matter most: medium- to low-grip venues, spec tires, and lighter cars without big downforce.

How PFC Compounds Compare

PFC groups its race compounds by job. Understanding where a compound sits helps you pick the right one for your car and track:

• High bite / high torque: 13 (and the older 35 / 07 / 05 / 03 / 93 / 83). Maximum initial bite for high-grip and downforce cars.
• Sprint / medium distance: 11 (replacing the legendary 01 / 99 / 90). The control-and-modulation group, ABS-friendly, widest temperature window.
• High temperature / endurance: 08 and 12. Longest wear and best high-heat stability for long stints.

As a rule of thumb: step up to 13 for more bite on a grippy track or a heavy/downforce car; stay with 11 for the best control, modulation and ABS behaviour on medium- to low-grip venues; choose 08 when heat and pad life over a long race are the priority.

Caliper & Vehicle Compatibility

• Alcon R-Type / 4R-Type caliper
• Alcon D42, D48 & Lucas
• Girling 14LF (GD533) caliper
• Girling D12, D14R calipers
• Girling 12SP (GD528) caliper (requires backing-plate modification)
• 1964-66 Ford (Europe) Cortina Deluxe & Super
• 1964-73 Lotus Elan, Europa, Super Seven
• 1967-80 Triumph Spitfire Mk III/IV;
• Caterham Seven range (front, standard 2-piston caliper)