Which E46 M3 do the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors fit?

The GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors are a direct replacement for the 345mm front setup found on the E46 M3 Competition Package (ZCP) and CSL models. Confirm your car has the 345mm front brakes before ordering.

What calipers do the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors work with?

The GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors are designed for the stock ZCP and CSL sliding calipers as well as common aftermarket swaps, including the Brembo calipers from Porsche 996 and Megane RS conversions.

How much do the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors weigh?

Each GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotor assembly weighs 17.5 lbs, and the 2-piece fully floating design sheds unsprung weight and rotating mass from the front axle for improved response.

What are the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors made of?

The GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors use 345mm rings machined from a proprietary high-carbon iron casting with 48 curved cooling vanes, a reusable 6061-T6 anodized aluminum hat, and cadmium-plated high-strength steel drive pins. All major parts are made in-house in Bellingham, WA.

What happens when the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotor rings wear out?

Only the rings need replacing, not the full assembly. The reusable 6061-T6 aluminum hat is retained, and new rings (D1-012) attach to it. Replace the rings at a minimum thickness of 26mm, or sooner if a crack reaches the edge of the ring.

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GiroDisc Front 345mm Rotors for E46 BMW M3 (ZCP Competition and CSL) [A1-012]

BMW E46 M3 front rotors from GiroDisc are 2-piece, fully floating 345mm front rotors, a direct replacement for the 345mm setup found on the E46 M3 Competition Package (ZCP) and CSL models. At 17.5lbs per rotor assembly, these GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors help shed unsprung weight and rotating mass from the front axle. The rotor rings are machined from a proprietary high-carbon iron casting, and 48 curved vanes act as a centrifugal pump that pulls air in through the hub to effectively cool the rotors under hard use. Sold and priced per pair.

Why the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 Front Rotors?

The GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors use a 2-piece, fully floating design that sheds unsprung weight and rotating mass from the front axle versus the heavy one-piece rotor. The rotor rings are machined from a proprietary casting of high-carbon iron formulated to GiroDisc’s specifications, with superior metallurgy that holds up better under repeated hard stops. The assembly uses spring clips and Belleville washers for race-ready float while staying street-friendly, with no noise from loose hardware.

Cooling and Construction

The 48 curved internal vanes of the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors act as a centrifugal pump, pulling air in through the hub to cool the rotors effectively when the brakes are working hardest. The reusable hat is machined from 6061-T6 aluminum and finished in black anodize, while the drive pins are made from a high-strength steel alloy and cadmium-plated to resist corrosion. All major components, including the hats, rotor rings, and drive pins, are manufactured in-house in Bellingham, WA, from domestically sourced materials.

Caliper Compatibility

The GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors are designed with common aftermarket caliper setups in mind, in addition to the stock sliding calipers on ZCP and CSL cars. These setups include the Brembo calipers from both the Porsche 996 and Megane RS swaps, making these rotors a flexible choice whether you run the factory ZCP / CSL brakes or a popular big-brake caliper conversion.

A Reusable Two-Piece Design

The 2-piece design of the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors means the aluminum hat is reusable. When the rings wear out, you replace only the rings (GiroDisc part number D1-012) and reuse your existing hats, lowering the long-term cost of maintaining the brakes. GiroDisc recommends replacing the rings at a minimum thickness of 26mm, or sooner if a crack reaches the edge of the ring.

Features

2-piece, fully floating 345mm front rotor assembly
Direct replacement for the E46 M3 ZCP Competition Package and CSL 345mm setup
17.5 lbs per rotor assembly, sheds unsprung and rotating mass
High-carbon iron rings, proprietary GiroDisc casting
48 curved cooling vanes that pump air through the hub
Reusable 6061-T6 aluminum hat with black anodize finish
High-strength steel alloy drive pins, cadmium-plated for corrosion resistance
Spring clips and Belleville washers for race-ready float with no street noise
Compatible with stock ZCP / CSL sliding calipers and Porsche 996 / Megane RS Brembo swaps
Rings replaceable separately (D1-012) using the reusable hats
Manufactured in-house in the USA from domestically sourced materials

Applications

BMW M3: E46 | 2001-2006 (Competition Package / ZCP and CSL, 345mm setup)

Notes

Sold and priced per pair (one set of front rotors)
Fits the 345mm setup found on E46 M3 Competition Package (ZCP) and CSL models. Confirm your car has the 345mm front brakes before ordering.
This is the complete rotor assembly. When the rings wear, replacement rings (D1-012) reuse your existing GiroDisc hats and fit GiroDisc hats only, not OEM or other-brand hats.
Replace the rings at a minimum thickness of 26mm, or sooner if a crack reaches the edge of the ring
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which E46 M3 do the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors fit? The GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors are a direct replacement for the 345mm front setup found on the E46 M3 Competition Package (ZCP) and CSL models. Confirm your car has the 345mm front brakes before ordering.
What calipers do the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors work with? The GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors are designed for the stock ZCP and CSL sliding calipers as well as common aftermarket swaps, including the Brembo calipers from Porsche 996 and Megane RS conversions.
How much do the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors weigh? Each GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotor assembly weighs 17.5lbs, and the 2-piece fully floating design sheds unsprung weight and rotating mass from the front axle for improved response.
What are the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors made of? The GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotors use 345mm rings machined from a proprietary high-carbon iron casting with 48 curved cooling vanes, a reusable 6061-T6 anodized aluminum hat, and cadmium-plated high-strength steel drive pins. All major parts are made in-house in Bellingham, WA.
What happens when the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 front rotor rings wear out? Only the rings need replacing, not the full assembly. The reusable 6061-T6 aluminum hat is retained, and new rings (D1-012) attach to it. Replace the rings at a minimum thickness of 26mm, or sooner if a crack reaches the edge of the ring.

About GiroDisc

GiroDisc designs, manufactures, and sells 2-piece, fully floating brake rotors for a wide range of performance vehicles. Every major component, including the hats, rotor rings, and drive pins, is manufactured in-house at their facility in Bellingham, Washington, from domestically sourced materials. GiroDisc rotors use a proprietary high-carbon iron ring formulated for superior metallurgy and thermal performance, paired with reusable machined-aluminum hats that reduce the long-term cost of maintaining a high-performance brake system. The 2-piece floating design sheds unsprung and rotating mass while remaining street-friendly, delivering race-proven braking for track and street use alike.

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Why the GiroDisc BMW E46 M3 Front Rotors?

Cooling and Construction

Caliper Compatibility

A Reusable Two-Piece Design

Features

Applications

Notes

Frequently Asked Questions

About GiroDisc

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