Overview
The Baer Brakes D1286 is a set of front Claw ceramic brake pads for select Nissan Armada, Infiniti QX56 and Nissan Titan trucks and SUVs. Claw pads are designed for daily-driven vehicles, with steady stopping power, low noise and low dust. The ceramic friction compound lasts long, wears consistently and beds in quickly.
The manufacturer fitment list covers the 2008-2011 Nissan Armada, the 2006-2010 Infiniti QX56 and the 2008-2010 Nissan Titan. Some qualifiers narrow the fit to vehicles with 350 mm front rotors, and the Armada qualifier also calls for Akebono front calipers, so check those parts before you order.
Key features
- Ceramic friction compound aimed at steady braking with minimal dust
- Low rotor wear for long pad life on daily-driven vehicles
- OE replacement pad design with minimal noise during everyday stops
- Stainless steel abutment and anti-rattle hardware included with most applications
- Slotted pad with a wear indicator attached
- Premium grade, sold as a set of four pads
Pad choice for daily driving
Full-size SUVs and trucks carry substantial weight, so front pads work harder than most owners expect. Pads for daily driving balance bite, noise and dust, and a ceramic compound is usually chosen for that balance. Bedding in new pads properly helps them transfer an even layer of friction material to the rotor face.
Before fitting, check the rotor surface for heavy grooves, heat spots and minimum thickness. Clean the caliper bracket, make sure the pad slides move freely, and fit any abutment hardware in the correct positions. Brake lubricant is not supplied with this set, so use a product made for brake contact points only.
- Vibration when braking from highway speed
- Squealing that continues after the first trip
- Uneven pad wear between the left and right sides
- Visible scoring on the rotor face
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | D1286 |
| UPC | 844165052715 |
| Pads per set | 4 |
| Sold as | Set |
| Axle | Front |
| Friction material | Ceramic |
| Grade type | Premium |
| Backing plate color | Black |
| Slotted | Yes |
| Wear indicator | Yes |
| Abutment clips included | Yes |
| Mounting hardware included | Yes |
| Brake lubricant included | No |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
Based on the manufacturer fitment list, this front pad set covers the 2008-2011 Nissan Armada, the 2006-2010 Infiniti QX56 and the 2008-2010 Nissan Titan. The Armada and QX56 entries carry 350 mm front rotor qualifiers, and the Armada entry also names Akebono front calipers.
Rear axle pads and other Nissan or Infiniti models outside this list are not covered. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Stainless steel abutment hardware and noise suppression hardware come with most applications, so check the kit for those parts before you start. Brake lubricant is not included, so apply a lubricant suited to brake contact points as your installer recommends. Brakes are safety-critical, so have the work checked by a qualified technician if you are unsure.
What’s included
A set of four Baer Claw ceramic front brake pads, with stainless steel abutment and anti-rattle hardware included on most applications, plus abutment clips and mounting hardware.
Not included: brake lubricant, rotors and calipers.
