Ferodo DS4003 front brake pads for Ford Escort 1.3

Ferodo 4003 FCP809C brake pads use the FER4003 compound, identified by the suffix “C” in the part number. The FCP809 shape is suitable for use on a variety of vehicles and racing brake calipers, with front or rear mounting depending on the configuration.

The FER4003 is designed for light to moderate racing conditions, particularly in single-seaters, as well as for certain occasional rally applications. Ferodo specifies an average coefficient of friction of 0.46 over a range of operating temperatures from 100 to 550 °c.

This compound features a short break-in period, good bite, and a clean release from the brakes, with minimal residual friction. The choice of brake pads must take into account thermal loads and the balance of the braking system.

Mounting and Use

Before ordering, verify the shape and sizes of the pads, the caliper type, and the mounting position. The listed applications correspond to the configurations specified by Ferodo Racing. On tuned or modified vehicles, the actual installation must be verified.

Inspect the condition of the rotors and calipers, then follow Ferodo Racing’s mounting and break-in instructions. The FER4003 compound is intended for racing only and is not suitable for on-road use.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Ferodo Racing
• Manufacturer Part Number: FCP809C
• Shape Family: FCP809
• Compound: FER4003
• Compound suffix: C
• Width: 63.4 mm
• Height: 55 mm
• Thickness: 14.4 mm
• Spoke indicated on the manufacturer's pattern: 42.5 mm
• Average coefficient of friction: µ = 0.46
• Specified operating range: 100 to 550 °C
• Listed calipers: Alcon R type, 14.4 mm thick; Lucas Girling 14LF and D14R
• Position: front or rear, depending on the application
• Use: competition only

Compatible vehicles — front mounting

• Caterham: Super Seven Convertible 1.4 i (1997+)
• Caterham: Super Seven Convertible 1.6 (1997+)
• Caterham: Super Seven Convertible 1.6 i (1997+)
• Caterham: Super Seven Convertible 1.6 turbo (1997+)
• Caterham: Super Seven Convertible 1.7 (1997+)
• Caterham: Super Seven Convertible 2.0 i (1997+)
• Ford: Escort I 1.1 station wagon (1969–1970)
• Ford: Escort I 1.1 station wagon (1971–1974)
• Ford: Escort I 1.3 (1969–1970)
• Ford: Escort I 1.3 (1971–1974)
• Ford: Escort I 1.3 GT and station wagon (1969–1970)
• Ford: Escort I 1.3 GT and station wagon (1971–1974)
• Ford: Cortina 1.2 (1965)
• Ford: Cortina 1.5 (1965)
• Ginetta: G4 (1961–1969)
• Innocenti: Regent, all versions (1973–1980), with an additional “All i” entry starting in 1973
• Lotus: Elan 1.6 S2, S3, and S4 16V (1966–1970)
• Lotus: Elan 1.6 Sprint 16V (1971–1974)
• Lotus: Seven and Super Seven, third and fourth generations, 1.6 (1968–1974)
• Morgan: Four Four 1.6, Ford engine (1968–1986)
• Piper: GTT 1.7 (1968–1974)
• Triumph: Spitfire 1.1 (1962–1980), listed under Rover in the Ferodo catalog
• Triumph: Dolomite 1.3 (1976–1980), listed under Rover in the Ferodo catalog
• Triumph: Dolomite 1.5 (1976–1980), listed under Rover in the Ferodo catalog
• Triumph: Dolomite 1.9 (1976–1980), listed under Rover in the Ferodo catalog
• Triumph: Dolomite 2.0 (1973–1980), listed under Rover in the Ferodo catalog
• Talbot: Avenger 1.2 (1970–1973)
• Talbot: Avenger 1.5 (1970–1973)

Compatible Vehicles — Rear Mounting

• Audi: RS3 LMS TCR (2021+)
• Citroën: DS3 Cabriolet 1.6 THP 155 (2013+), according to the mounting listed by Ferodo Racing
• Citroën: C2 R2 1.6 16V off-road (2009+)
• Citroën: C2 R2 1.6 16V asphalt (2009+)
• Citroën: DS3 R3 asphalt (2015+)
• Cupra: Leon TCR (2018+)
• Cupra: Leon Competition TCR (2020+)
• Ford: Fiesta Rally3 (2021+)
• Ford: Fiesta R2, 2016 specification (2016+)
• Ford: Fiesta Rally4, listed as “Fiesta R2 Rally 4” in the catalog (2021+)
• Lamborghini: Urraco P200 (1975–1981)
• Lamborghini: Urraco P250 (1974–1981)
• Lamborghini: Urraco P300 (1974–1981)
• Lancia: Fulvia Berlina 1.2 (1970–1972)
• Lancia: Fulvia Sedan 1.3 (1970–1972)
• Lancia: Fulvia Coupé 1.3, 65 kW (1970–1975)
• Lancia: Fulvia Coupé 1.3, 66 kW (1970–1976)
• Lancia: Fulvia Coupe 1.6 (1970–1973)
• Lancia: Flavia Sedan 2.0 (1971–1974)
• Lancia: Flavia Coupe 2.0 (1971–1973)
• Peugeot: 206 1.6 Kit Car Super 1600 (2002–)
• Peugeot: 208 R2 (2013–)
• Peugeot: 208 Rally4 (2020–)
• Piper: GTT 1.7 (1968–1974)
• Seat: Leon TCR (2016–)
• Toyota: GT86 2.0 GT R3 Rally (2015+)
• Volvo: 240, including listed “All i” versions (1974–1993)
• Volvo: 242, listed “All i” versions (1974–1979)
• Volvo: 244, including listed “All i” versions (1974–1985)
• Volvo: 245, including listed “All i” versions (1974–1985)
• Volvo: 1800 ES 1.8 i (1972–1973)
• Volvo: 142 2.0 (1968–1975)
• Volvo: 144 2.0 (1968–1975)
• Volvo: 145 2.0 (1968–1975)
• Volvo: 264 2.4 (1974–1982)
• Volvo: 260 station wagon P265 2.7, 103 kW (1975–1982)
• Volvo: 260 station wagon P265 2.7, 92 kW (1975–1977)
• Volvo: 260 station wagon P265 2.7, 109 kW (1978–1982)
• Volvo: 262 2.7 (1974–1982)
• Volvo: 264 2.7 (1974–1982)
• Volvo: 262 2.8 (1974–1982)
• Volvo: 264 2.8 (1974–1982)
• Volvo: 265 2.8 (1974–1982)
• Volvo: 164 3.0 (1968–1975)

The dates correspond to the information in the Ferodo Racing catalog. A date followed by “+” means that no year of end mounting is specified. Compatibility depends on the caliper type and pad sizes.