Overview
The Baer Brakes Big Claw rear disc brake rotor set, part number 2262032, is a performance upgrade for the rear axle of the 2021–2026 Ford Bronco. The product name excludes Raptor models. The kit pairs purpose-cast, conventional vented rotors with new caliper relocation brackets, which shift the calipers outward to clear the larger rotors while OE pads and hardware remain compatible.
The larger diameter adds leverage for up to a 49 percent gain in braking effectiveness, and the curved vanes reduce rotor temperatures by as much as 200 degrees versus OE in extreme conditions. Check wheel clearance with the template before installing, since wheel styles vary.
Key features
- Oversized rotors that deliver greater brake torque and leverage for improved stopping power
- Cross-drilled and slotted friction surface helps vent dust and gases for a steadier pedal feel
- One-piece, full cast rotor with curved directional vanes that promote airflow and cooling
- New OE-style brackets reposition the caliper for the larger rotors
- Zinc-plated finish that resists rust and corrosion behind open-spoke wheels
- Bolt-on system with no brake bleeding required
Heat and pad selection
Cross-drilled and slotted rotors shed heat and gas differently from plain rotors, which can change how the pads bed in. Pad compound matters more on a rotor with holes and slots, because a mismatched pad can glaze or transfer material unevenly.
Bronco owners who drive through water or mud should expect some surface rust after wet use, which is normal for cast iron. Rust that stays on the friction surface after a few stops usually means the pads are not sweeping it clean, so check contact pattern and pad condition.
- Bed in new pads gradually before hard stops
- Inspect cross-drilled holes for hairline cracks
- Keep the caliper slide pins clean and greased
- Replace pads and rotors as a pair when wear is uneven
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 2262032 |
| UPC | 90127866238 |
| Sold as | Set |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Axle | Rear |
| Applications | Ford Bronco 21-25, except Raptor models |
| Rotor type | Conventional |
| Surface type | Slotted X Drilled |
| Brake surface | Directional |
| Vent type | Vented, curved vanes |
| Material | Cast iron |
| Finish | Zinc plated |
| Construction | One piece, full cast |
| Outside diameter | 13.385 |
| Inside diameter | 7.441 |
| Center hole diameter | 3.661 |
| Nominal thickness | 0.945 |
| Discard thickness | 0.866 |
| Overall height | 3.173 |
| Mounting bolt hole quantity | 6 |
| Mounting bolt hole circle diameter | 5.5 |
| Mounting bolt hole diameter | 0.563 |
| Floating | Yes |
| ABS tone ring included | No |
| Grade type | Performance |
| Warranty | Limited 1 Year Warranty |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the rear axle of the 2021–2026 Ford Bronco, except Raptor models.
Ford Bronco Raptor models are excluded from this part, so do not use it on a Raptor. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The bolt-on design needs no brake bleeding. Compare the rotor with your wheel using the template for this system, including the spare tire wheel, before mounting.
What’s included
A pair of rotors and a pair of new caliper relocation brackets.
Not included: Calipers, brake pads and pad hardware are not included. The brackets keep OE pad and hardware compatibility.
