BMW F30 F31 Brake Caliper Braking Unit 370/380 Front Right O/S 6799470

BMW F30 F31 Brake Caliper Braking Unit 370/380 Front Right O/S is an original braking system component from the Brake calipers and carriers group, designed for installation on the front right axle. This used brake caliper provides a functional service solution for BMW F30/F31 series vehicles, allowing for the maintenance of factory braking characteristics and consistency with other system components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6799470-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6799470
• Substitutable numbers: 6799470, 34116799470
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Part type: Brake Caliper
• Category: Calipers & Brackets

Purpose and fitment for BMW F30/F31

The presented caliper is designed specifically for the front right side of BMW F30/F31 series models, ensuring proper positioning relative to the 370/380 mm diameter brake disc. This maintains the correct geometry for brake pad operation, even pressure distribution on the disc, and stable handling during intensive braking.

Its original BMW origin means that the caliper design complies with the manufacturer's factory standards, and the mounting spacing, carrier shape, and brake line connection points are perfectly matched to the factory system in these models.

Construction and technical characteristics of the caliper

The front right caliper for 370/380 mm discs features a construction adapted to the high thermal and mechanical loads typical of more powerful BMW F30/F31 versions. A solid body ensures adequate stiffness, which reduces deflection during braking and promotes consistent braking force.

The brake pad guidance system and the layout of working elements have been selected to ensure stable contact with the disc, good braking force modulation, and predictable pedal response. This type of caliper works well with assistance systems such as ABS or stability control, maintaining proper pressure in the front circuit.

Benefits of using an original, used caliper

Choosing an original, used brake caliper for the BMW F30/F31 is a solution that allows you to combine cost control with maintaining the factory specifications of the braking system. This component:

• maintains compatibility with the original BMW braking system design,
• ensures proper fitment for 370/380 mm discs on the front axle,
• reduces the risk of installation problems typical of aftermarket parts with imprecise fitment,
• allows for predictable vehicle behavior during braking.

For users who expect consistency with the vehicle's original configuration, such a caliper is a practical service choice, especially for repairs after intensive use or when replacing unevenly worn components.

Professional installation and operation

Due to the importance of the braking system for safety, the installation of the front right caliper in a BMW F30/F31 should be performed by an experienced service center, following the manufacturer's procedures. It is crucial to properly bleed the circuit, check the condition of the disc and pads, and verify the tightness of hydraulic connections.

To better prepare for selecting and evaluating used brake components, it is worth using the practical tips contained in the article Second-hand braking system: how to safely choose discs, calipers, and ABS?, where the process of selecting components in a store specializing in used parts is discussed step by step.

Additionally, when planning a brake system repair using original recycled parts, the guide Brake calipers under the microscope: how to effectively reduce the cost of braking system repairs may be helpful, as it explains what to look for when assessing the condition of calipers and how to manage your repair budget rationally.

Expansion and modernization of the BMW braking system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the braking area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional calipers, carriers, or brackets, check the available parts in the BMW Brake calipers and carriers category.

Summary

BMW F30 F31 Brake Caliper Braking Unit 370/380 Front Right O/S is an original component intended for the front right axle, designed for discs with an increased diameter. This used caliper allows for the restoration of proper braking system operation, maintaining factory performance parameters and the fitment characteristic of BMW solutions, which makes it a rational choice for service and brake modernization in these models.