Ford Shelby GT500 Brake Upgrades | Floating Steel & Carbon Ceramic Conversion Kits
- Triton Motorsports
- Sep 23, 2025
- 3 min read
The Ford Shelby GT500 is one of the most legendary muscle cars of all time, pairing American V8 muscle with modern supercar performance. With over 760 horsepower from its supercharged 5.2L Predator V8, the GT500 is the most powerful production Mustang ever built. But with all that speed and weight, the brakes are pushed to their absolute limits.
At Triton Motorsports, we engineer the most advanced brake upgrades for the GT500 — from floating steel 2-piece rotors that outperform factory steel brakes to steel-to-carbon ceramic conversion kits that transform braking confidence on street and track.
This guide covers everything you need to know about our solutions, why they outperform OEM setups, and why Triton is the ultimate source for Shelby GT500 brake upgrades.
The Challenge: Braking a 760-HP Shelby GT500
The 2020+ GT500 is an absolute powerhouse, capable of supercar acceleration with quarter-mile times in the 10s. But at nearly 4,200 lbs curb weight, stopping that much mass at high speeds requires extreme braking performance.
The factory brakes are strong, but owners pushing their cars harder often encounter:
Brake fade during repeated high-speed stops.
Heavy steel rotors increasing unsprung weight and slowing suspension response.
Warping or cracking from repeated heat cycles.
Limited upgrade path with OEM solutions.
For drivers who want to match their GT500’s straight-line power with fade-free stopping power, Triton’s brake technology is the answer.
Floating Steel 2-Piece Rotors for GT500
Why Floating Steel Rotors?
The GT500 comes with large steel discs, but like many performance cars, they are quasi 2-piece rotors — meaning they lack the true floating hardware that improves heat management and reduces stress.
Triton’s floating steel rotors are engineered as true 2-piece assemblies, featuring:
Billet aluminum hats (6061/7075) with hard anodizing for durability.
High-carbon steel friction rings with directional vanes.
Floating hardware allowing expansion without distortion.
Benefits for GT500 Owners:
Reduced unsprung mass for sharper handling and improved suspension compliance.
Fade resistance under aggressive braking sessions.
Serviceability — replace just the friction ring instead of the entire rotor.
Improved long-term costs compared to OEM rotors.
🔗 Explore: Floating Steel Rotors
Steel-to-Carbon Ceramic Brake Conversion Kit for GT500
For GT500 owners who want the ultimate braking technology, Triton’s steel-to-carbon ceramic conversion kit is the answer.
What’s Included
CCB-H carbon ceramic rotors (front & rear).
Performance pads engineered for carbon ceramics.
Direct-fit floating hardware for perfect OEM integration.
Why Carbon Ceramics?
50% lighter than steel → less unsprung weight, quicker acceleration & better handling.
Fade-free performance → even under repeated track braking cycles.
CCB-H technology → long-fiber carbon reinforcement + hardened surface layer for extreme durability.
Exotic appeal → the same braking pedigree found on Ferraris, Lamborghinis, and McLarens.
🔗 Upgrade: Carbon Ceramic Conversion Kit
What Makes Triton’s Carbon Ceramics Superior
Many aftermarket companies advertise “carbon ceramic” brakes but deliver CCM (carbon ceramic matrix) discs made with chopped fibers. These are weaker and wear quickly.
Triton’s CCB-H discs are different:
3D long-fiber carbon reinforcement → dramatically stronger than chopped fiber CCM.
Hardened SiC surface layer → maximizes wear resistance.
Tested with FEA and real-world validation for structural integrity.
Result: brakes that outlast and outperform both OEM steel and many aftermarket “carbon ceramic” kits.
Performance Benefits for the Shelby GT500
Up to 50 lbs weight savings → sharper cornering and faster acceleration.
Fade resistance → confidence during repeated track sessions.
Longevity → CCB-H rotors often last the life of the car.
Improved aesthetics → massive ceramic discs behind wide forged wheels.
Comparison Table – GT500 Brake Options
Feature | OEM Steel Rotors | Triton Floating Steel | Triton CCB-H Conversion |
Weight | Heavy | Lighter, serviceable | ~50% lighter |
Heat Resistance | Moderate | High | Extreme |
Fade Resistance | Limited | Strong | Maximum |
Longevity | Low | Replaceable rings | Lifetime potential |
Cost Over Life | High | Lower | Lower than repeated steel |
Best For | Street use | Street + track | Ultimate performance |
FAQs – Shelby GT500 Brake Upgrades
Q: Do Triton’s kits work with factory calipers?Yes — all rotors are engineered as direct bolt-on replacements.
Q: Are carbon ceramics daily drivable?Yes. With our matched pads, they work flawlessly for street and track.
Q: How much weight do I save with carbon ceramics?Approximately 10–12 lbs per corner, which has a big impact on handling.
Q: Is this a true motorsport-grade upgrade?Yes. Our systems are validated with FEA, thermal stress testing, and track usage.
Conclusion – GT500 Brake Performance Redefined
The Ford Shelby GT500 delivers world-class horsepower, and Triton Motorsports ensures it has the braking system to match. Whether you choose:
Floating Steel Rotors for serviceable, track-ready performance.
Steel-to-Carbon Ceramic Conversion Kits for fade-free stopping power and massive weight savings.
…Triton has engineered the ultimate brake upgrades for the Shelby GT500.
Don’t settle for OEM compromises — unlock the full potential of your GT500 with Triton’s precision brake technology.
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