Paragon 2-Piece Front Rotors + Winmax Pads for Audi RS3 8Y
When a spirited back-road drive turns into a track day, factory rotors and pads reach their limit together — this package upgrades both in one order. This package pairs Paragon's 2-piece floating front rotors with a Winmax compound matched to how you actually drive the car.
Built for Audi RS3 8Y owners who want factory-level refinement with real track capability in reserve, whether that's a weekend canyon run or a dedicated lapping day. Choose your rotor hat finish, then pick the pad compound that matches how hard you're actually driving it. Already have pads you're happy with? Select "No Pads" and just get the rotors.
-
Rotor Hat Finish: Black Hard Anodized or MilSpec Hard Anodized
-
Pad Compound: No Pads, P2 Street, P3 Sport, R5 Med Temp Track, or R7 Hi Temp Track
- 2-piece floating rotor design reduces unsprung weight and resists heat soak under repeated heavy braking
- Bundle pricing saves you a second shipping charge vs. ordering rotors and pads separately
About the Rotors
Replacement Rotors: PRK.238.374.360.21100.09.01.F
These replacement rotor rings fit 2022+ 8Y RS3, 2019+ F3 RS Q3. Designed for enthusiasts who want confident fitment, strong thermal stability, and repeatable braking performance.
Key Features
- Direct replacement rotor rings for Paragon or compatible factory hats where specified
- High-carbon cast iron construction for stable thermal performance and consistent pedal feel
- Directional vane and slotted design to improve cooling, pad cleaning, and braking consistency
- Direct bolt-on fitment for the listed application
- Sold as a pair
Fitment
2022+ 8Y RS3, 2019+ F3 RS Q3
Specifications
- Position: Front
- Rotor to hat mounting system: D-Bobbin (12 bolt) ***Fit 2022+ 8Y RS3 2
-
Specifications:
Diameter: 374mm (14.72")
Thickness (new): 36mm (1.42")
Thickness (min.): 34mm (1.34")
Type: 2-piece floating
Face Pattern: Slotted
Vented / Solid: Directional ventilated
Number of Vanes: 72
Hat Material: 6061-T6 aluminum
Friction Ring Material: CM-250 high carbon alloy cast iron
Rotor Finish: CBN turned
Cross Reference:
OEM Audi 4M0-615-301-BJ
DBA 53932SLVS
Availability: Usually in stock
Best For: Audi and VW Performance Street Cars
These rotors are ideal for Audi and VW owners who want confident fitment, crisp brake response, and better heat management for spirited street driving. They are especially well suited to MQB and other modern VAG performance platforms that see a mix of commuting, backroad driving, and occasional track use.
FAQ
Do these fit the factory rotor hats?
These rotor rings fit Paragon hats, or the original equipment hats when the vehicle came with a factory 2-piece rotor design. If your application uses a 1-piece factory rotor, these are not intended to bolt to an OE hat because there is no separate hat to reuse.
Are these complete rotors or replacement rings?
These are replacement rotor rings only. They are designed to service the braking surface while reusing the existing hat when the hat is compatible.
Do slotted rotors improve braking?
Slots primarily improve pad cleaning and help maintain consistent braking feel under heat. They do not create a dramatic change in stopping distance by themselves, but they can help the system stay more consistent during repeated hard stops.
When should rotor rings be replaced?
A practical wear indicator is slot depth. When the slots become shallow and much less visible, the rotor is typically nearing the end of its effective service life. Rotor thickness, heat checking, cracking, and brake vibration should also be inspected during service.
Brake Rotor Technology
Why high-carbon rotors matter
High-carbon cast iron offers better thermal stability than generic low-cost rotor materials. That helps the rotor maintain more consistent behavior as temperature rises, which is important on heavier vehicles and on cars driven aggressively.
Directional vane cooling
Directional internal vanes are designed to move air through the rotor more effectively, improving heat evacuation and helping the rotor recover more quickly between braking events.
Slotted rotor surface
Slots help keep the pad face clean by clearing away gases, dust, and debris. The result is more consistent pad contact and more repeatable braking feel, especially when the system is worked hard.
When to Replace Rotor Rings
Rotor rings should be replaced when the friction surface shows meaningful wear, heat fatigue, or thickness loss. One of the easiest visual indicators is the depth of the rotor slots. As the rotor wears, the slots become shallower. When they are much less visible, the rotor is generally nearing the end of its useful service life.
Other common signs include visible heat checking or cracking, brake pulsation, heavy scoring, and rotor thickness approaching the service limit.
Why Replace Rotor Rings Instead of the Whole Rotor?
On vehicles that use 2-piece rotors, the friction ring can be replaced independently from the hat. That allows the wear component to be serviced without replacing the full assembly, which can reduce replacement cost while preserving the benefits of the 2-piece design.
Common Mistakes When Replacing Rotors
- Not cleaning or inspecting the hat, hardware, and mounting faces
- Ignoring brake fluid condition during brake service
- Ordering the wrong configuration for the vehicle or hat type
Taking care of these details helps the new rotor deliver the braking feel, wear life, and consistency it was designed to provide.
About the Pads
Winmax PBP845 Brake Pads for RS3 8V/TT RS 8S/R8 Mk1 front
Winmax Japan, a highly recognized manufacturer with 60 years of experience in manufacturing high performance brake pads delivers superior stopping power, excellent modulation and control, durability, reliability, high fade resistance, and consistent performance under high temperature conditions.
Race proven friction materials, perfect match with Paragon rotors to allow confidence at every braking point, lap after lap.
Common applications:
- Audi RS3 (8V / 8V.5) Front
- 2016+ TT RS (8S / 8S.5) Front
- 10-15 RS5 (B8 / 8T) Front
- 07-15 R8 Mk1 (Typ 42) Front
- 2018+ R8 5.2 RWS Mk2 (Typ 4S) Front
- RS4 / RS4 AVANT (B7 / 8E) Front
- RS4 / RS4 AVANT (B8 / 8K) Front
- RS6 / RS6 AVANT (C5 / 4B) Front
- RSQ3 (8U) Front
- 04-14 Gallardo Front
- 14-19 Huracan Front
***PBP845 pads come in a set of eight (8) pads. For the complete front axle (8 pads total), you will only need to order one (1) set
Compounds: (Detailed Pad Compound Overview Click Here)
- P2 - Sporting Performance Street
- P3 - Dual Purpose Street/Light Track
- R5 - Medium Friction Track / Lighter Cars
- R7 - High Friction Track / Max Temp
***If you are unsure about fitment, please contact us to verify fitment for your vehicle / application.
Illustrations are for identification purpose only
Specifications:
Pad Shape: 845
Width: 95.6mm
Height: 74.3mm
Thickness: 16.5mm
Pad Depth (D): 56.5mm
Cross reference:
Brembo 07.9312.xx
Project Mu Z317
Hawk HB609
Pagid 2931
Mintex MDB2601
Ferodo FCP1664
Authorized Paragon Dealer
Factory Warranty
Heat Resistant Product
High Performance Specification
Street Approved
Sport Driving Use
Dual Purpose Street/Track
Track/Race Approved