Carbotech Front/Rear Brake Pad Sets for Porsche 987/981/718 Cayman (2006–2019)

This Carbotech front/rear brake pad set range is for Porsche 987, 981, and 718 Cayman models from 2006–2019, including Cayman, Cayman S, Cayman R, Cayman GTS, and Cayman GT4 applications. Available options vary by CT pad shape, axle position, brake disc material, chassis generation, and compound.

Carbotech offers Porsche brake pad compounds for street, autocross, and motorsport use, including 1521, AX6, RP2, and XP-series options. These pads are intended as direct-fit brake components when the correct pad shape and brake package are selected for the specific Cayman model.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer part number(s): CT991, CT1389, CT1741, CT737, CT1135, CT917, CT1905, CT738, CT1740, CT994, CT1134
• Product type: Disc brake pad set
• Position: Front and rear
• Compound options: 1521, AX6, RP2, XP8, XP10, XP12, XP20, XP24
• Compound use: 1521 is the street-focused option; AX6 is aimed at autocross use; XP and RP compounds are intended for track and motorsport applications.
• Application notes: Verify selected position, CT pad shape, brake disc material, rotor size, and submodel before installation.

Fitment & Compatibility

Check the fitment notes to confirm year, Cayman submodel, chassis, front or rear placement, pad shape, brake disc material, and any GT4 or ceramic-disc requirements before ordering.

• CT991: 2006-2008 - Cayman S - 987C Front w/Ceramic Discs; 2009-2012 - Cayman S - 987C w/Ceramic Discs; 2011-2012 - Cayman R - 987C w/Ceramic Discs; 2012 - Cayman - 987C w/Ceramic Discs
• CT1389: 2013-2016 - Cayman S - 981; 2014-2015 - Cayman GTS 981 Chassis
• CT1741: 2014-2016 - Cayman GT4
• CT737: 2007-2008 - Cayman - 987C w/Iron Discs - Front
• CT1135: 2007-2009 - Cayman S - 987C Front w/Iron Discs; 2009-2012 - Cayman - 987C w/Iron Discs; 2009-2012 - Cayman S - 987C w/Iron Discs; 2011-2012 - Cayman R - 987C w/Iron Discs; 2011-2012 - Cayman R - 987C w/Ceramic Discs; 2012 - Cayman - 987C w/Ceramic Discs; 2012 - Cayman S - 987C w/Ceramic Discs
• CT917: 2006 - Cayman - 987C Front w/Iron Discs; 2006 - Cayman S - 987C Front w/Iron Discs
• CT1905: 2017-2019 - Cayman GTS 718 Chassis
• CT738: 2006 - Cayman - 987C Rear w/Iron Discs; 2006-2008 - Cayman S - 987C Rear w/Iron Discs; 2011-2012 - Cayman R - 987C w/Iron Discs; 2012 - Cayman S - 987C w/Iron Discs
• CT1740: 2014-2016 - Cayman GT4
• CT994: 2006-2008 - Cayman S - 987C Rear w/Ceramic Discs; 2009-2011 - Cayman S - 987C w/Ceramic Discs
• CT1134: 2007-2008 - Cayman - 987C w/Iron Discs - Rear; 2009-2012 - Cayman - 987C w/Iron Discs; 2013-2016 - Cayman S - 981; 2017-2019 - Cayman GTS

If you need help confirming the correct Carbotech pad shape or compound for your Cayman, send us your VIN and brake setup details. PMB Performance has over 20 years of experience working with Porsche brake parts, fitment details, and application-specific brake service.