How much weight does the AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit save over stock?

The AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit delivers a 62-pound reduction in rotating mass compared to the factory iron brake system. Rotating mass reduction has a disproportionately large effect on performance — less rotating weight means quicker acceleration, faster suspension response at each corner, and reduced stress on the drivetrain under hard use.

Does the AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit retain the parking brake?

Yes. The AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit uses rear rotor hats with integrated parking brake drums, retaining full factory parking brake functionality. Many competing carbon ceramic brake kits eliminate the parking brake entirely — this kit does not.

Is the AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit suitable for street use?

Yes. Unlike track-only brake kits that sacrifice street drivability, the AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit is designed for both street and drag strip use. Carbon ceramic rotors deliver improved cold bite versus iron, and the elimination of squeaking that typically accompanies racing pad and iron rotor combinations makes this a practical daily-use upgrade.

Does the AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit require caliper modification?

Minor caliper clearance is required for installation. The supplied kit instructions cover this process, or the calipers can be sent to AMS to have the clearance performed by their team.

What brake fluid does AMS recommend with the Nissan GT-R brake kit?

AMS strongly recommends flushing the brake system with a high-temperature brake fluid — specifically Motul or Castrol SRF — due to the reflective heat properties of carbon ceramic rotors. Standard brake fluid may not be rated for the operating temperatures these rotors can generate under hard use.

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AMS Performance Alpha Carbon Ceramic Brake Package for DBA-R35 / EBA-R35 Nissan GT-R

Nissan GT-R brake kit from AMS Performance is the Alpha Carbon Ceramic Brake Package, a complete front and rear carbon ceramic brake system for the R35 Nissan GT-R (DBA-R35 / EBA-R35, 2012-2025), developed and proven on AMS’s own 2,000+ horsepower Alpha Omega GT-R and engineered to deliver a 62-pound reduction in rotating mass versus the factory iron brake system. The AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit includes 393mm front and 380mm rear carbon ceramic rotors on 7000-series hard anodized aluminum hats, Alpha spec brake pads, Alpha braided stainless steel brake lines, and all necessary hardware, a complete, bolt-in upgrade that retains full parking brake functionality through integrated parking brake drums in the rear rotor hats. Carbon ceramic construction delivers up to four times the rotor lifespan of cast iron, exceptional resistance to warping under extreme temperatures, and a significant noise reduction versus the squeaking associated with standard racing pad and iron rotor combinations.

Why the AMS Nissan GT-R Brake Kit?

The AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit is not a track-only solution; it is specifically designed to work equally well on the street and the drag strip. The 62-pound reduction in rotating mass translates directly to quicker acceleration, reduced drivetrain stress, and faster suspension response at each corner of the car, while simultaneously delivering improved stopping power over the factory brake system. Carbon ceramic rotors resist warping and brake fade under the extreme temperature conditions that the R35’s weight and power levels generate, making this the correct upgrade for GT-Rs running high power levels on public roads or at the track. The kit retains the factory parking brake setup through rear rotor hats with integrated parking brake drums, a feature that many competing kits omit. AMS recommends flushing the brake system with high-temperature brake fluid such as Motul or Castrol SRF due to the reflective heat properties of carbon ceramic rotors.

Nissan GT-R Brake Kit: Carbon Ceramic Rotor Technology

Carbon ceramic brake technology originates from Formula 1 racing and has been adopted by manufacturers of the world’s most performance-focused vehicles. The carbon ceramic rotors in the AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit weigh approximately 50% less than comparable cast iron rotors, last up to four times longer, and resist warping under extreme heat cycles that would cause iron rotors to distort and fade. The vented vane carbon ceramic rotors are assembled on lightweight, hard anodized 7000-series aluminum hats using top-of-the-line hardware for consistent, long-term performance. The AMS Alpha Carbon Ceramic Brake Package eliminates the squeaking associated with racing brake pads on iron rotors allowing the GT-R to be driven to shows, events, and daily use without the noise penalty that typically accompanies high-performance braking setups.

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62lb rotating mass reduction versus factory iron brake system
Improved stopping power over stock suitable for street and drag strip
Carbon ceramic rotors approx. 50% lighter than cast iron, 4x longer lifespan
Exceptional resistance to warping and brake fade under extreme temperatures
Eliminates squeaking associated with racing pads on iron rotors
Retains factory parking brake function via integrated parking brake drums in rear hats
7000-series hard anodized aluminum hats front and rear
Alpha braided stainless steel brake lines included
Alpha spec brake pads included
Proven on AMS’s own 2,000+ hp Alpha Omega R35 GT-R
Fits all R35 GT-R models including NISMO

What’s Included

4 carbon ceramic brake rotors 393mm front, 380mm rear
7000-series hard anodized aluminum hats (front and rear)
Alpha spec brake pads
Alpha braided stainless steel brake lines
All necessary hardware

Applications

Nissan GT-R: DBA-R35, EBA-R35 | 2012-2025

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Fits all R35 GT-R models including NISMO
Minor clearance of the brake calipers is required for installation. Supplied instructions cover this process, or calipers can be sent to AMS for the service to be performed.
AMS strongly recommends flushing the brake system with high-temperature brake fluid (Motul or Castrol SRF) due to the reflective heat properties of carbon ceramic rotors.
Kit installation instructions available at amsperformance.com

Frequently Asked Questions

How much weight does the AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit save over stock? The AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit delivers a 62-pound reduction in rotating mass compared to the factory iron brake system. Rotating mass reduction has a disproportionately large effect on performance less rotating weight means quicker acceleration, faster suspension response at each corner, and reduced stress on the drivetrain under hard use.
Does the AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit retain the parking brake? Yes. The AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit uses rear rotor hats with integrated parking brake drums, retaining full factory parking brake functionality. Many competing carbon ceramic brake kits eliminate the parking brake entirely this kit does not.
Is the AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit suitable for street use? Yes. Unlike track-only brake kits that sacrifice street drivability, the AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit is designed for both street and drag strip use. Carbon ceramic rotors deliver improved cold bite versus iron, and the elimination of squeaking that typically accompanies racing pad and iron rotor combinations makes this a practical daily-use upgrade.
Does the AMS Nissan GT-R brake kit require caliper modification? Minor caliper clearance is required for installation. The supplied kit instructions cover this process, or the calipers can be sent to AMS to have the clearance performed by their team.
What brake fluid does AMS recommend with the Nissan GT-R brake kit? AMS strongly recommends flushing the brake system with a high-temperature brake fluid specifically Motul or Castrol SRF due to the reflective heat properties of carbon ceramic rotors. Standard brake fluid may not be rated for the operating temperatures these rotors can generate under hard use.

About AMS Performance

AMS Performance is an engineering-led manufacturer of high-performance automotive components, founded on principles of integrity and dedicated to extracting maximum performance from turbocharged vehicles. With two decades at the forefront of the industry, AMS combines computer-aided design, mechanical engineering expertise from motorsports backgrounds, and in-house services including engine calibration, installation, and engine building to deliver components proven at the highest level. Their catalog spans turbo kits, intercoolers, intake manifolds, brake systems, and complete turn-key packages for drag racing, road racing, and high-performance street applications.

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