Overview
Desert Sand is the color of the Baer Brakes 6T front brake system, part 4301682DS-2. It is a 13.5 inch vented front disc brake kit for GM 1500 trucks and SUVs, built around a six-piston 6T caliper that is fixed and direct mounted.
Each kit comes with a 1-piece slotted, zinc-plated rotor, the 6T caliper, stainless braided hoses, mounting brackets and hardware. Baer’s rotors are purpose cast, use a curved vane pattern and are matched to the D1247 pad type.
Key features
- Six-piston 6T caliper in a Desert Sand powder-coated finish
- Caliper body CNC machined from forged or billet aluminum
- Stainless pistons, abutments and clips that suppress noise
- Pistons are staggered to limit uneven pad wear
- Dual seals rated for dust, weather and pressure
- Slotted, zinc-plated 1-piece vented rotor at 13.5 inch diameter
- Dust and weather seals are T compliant.
Choosing the right setup
Front brake upgrades on full-size trucks often work best when the rest of the front end is in good shape. Wheel bearings, ball joints and tie rod ends carry the load that the brakes push against, and worn parts can make a larger rotor feel uneven. Before installing a larger front system, inspect those components and confirm that the steering and suspension move freely.
Tire size and load rating also matter. Bigger or heavier tires change the wheel clearance around the caliper, and towing or hauling adds heat to the front brakes. If the truck is driven hard or carries heavy loads, consider the pad compound and brake fluid rating along with the hardware, since those choices affect fade resistance under sustained braking.
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4301682DS-2 |
| UPC | 90127970423 |
| Sold as | Kit |
| Caliper | 6T, six-piston, fixed direct mount |
| Caliper color | Desert Sand |
| Rotor diameter | 13.5 inch |
| Rotor type | 1-piece, vented, slotted and zinc plated |
| Rotor thickness | 1.25 |
| Pad FMSI number | D1247 |
| Friction material | Semi-metallic |
| Hose material | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Lug count | 6 lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 6×5.50 |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 17.0 inch |
| Template | O080M |
| Grade | Performance |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
The kit fits these models: Cadillac Escalade (2002–2025), Escalade ESV (2003–2025) and Escalade EXT (2002–2013); Chevrolet Avalanche (2007–2013), Silverado 1500 (1999–2025), Suburban (2014–2025), Suburban 1500 (2000–2014) and Tahoe (2000–2025); and GMC Sierra 1500 (1999–2025), Yukon (2000–2025), Yukon XL (2015–2025) and Yukon XL 1500 (2000–2014).
Colorado, Canyon and heavy-duty 2500 or 3500 trucks do not appear in this list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Stock-height hoses are supplied, so a lifted truck may require longer hoses. Use the O080M template to check wheel and caliper clearance before mounting. Hydraulic brake work calls for tools and experience, so a qualified installer is the safer choice.
What’s included
Included are the 6T caliper, the 1-piece rotor, stainless braided hoses, mounting brackets and hardware for the install.
Not included: wheels, which need a minimum diameter of 17.0 inch.
