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Wheeltop 4 piston brakeset - m3000
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September 28, 2025
Description
Wheeltop M-3000 brakeset here...
https://wheeltop.com/products/wheeltop-ma3000-brake-calipers
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Created: October 12, 2025The reviewer provides a detailed analysis of the Wheeltop MA3000 four-piston hydraulic brake set for MTB. They discuss the CNC-machined aluminum one-piece caliper design, four-piston configuration with ceramic pistons, large carbon ceramic brake pads, and overall construction. The reviewer tests the brakes on a mountain bike, noting the powerful braking performance but criticizing the excessive modulation and lever slop. They mention that Wheeltop is aware of the lever issues and is addressing them in production models.
AI-Summary
Pros
- More powerful braking than traditional two-piston systems
- CNC machined from one piece of aluminum for strength and reduced oil leakage
- Compact and minimalistic design with material removed where not necessary
- Comes complete with brake levers, hydraulic hoses, brake fluid, and mounting hardware
- Uses mineral oil compatible with Shimano systems
- Works with 160mm or 180mm diameter rotors
- Swivel banjo connectors allow flexible hose routing
- Can use Shimano or Hope brake pads as alternatives
Cons
- Excessive modulation - first 2/3 of lever travel provides little braking
- Lever slop and rattling during riding
- Adjusting knobs are too loose and can move during vibration
- Fiddly circlip for brake pad retention is easily lost
- No bleed blocks included with the kit
- Lever blade lacks grip texture
- Brake pads not available as separate replacement items yet
- Some steel bolts where aluminum could potentially be used
Key Points
- Model MA3000 four-piston hydraulic brake set
- CNC machined from single piece of aluminum
- Four 14mm ceramic pistons
- Carbon ceramic brake pads with aluminum backing plates
- Weight: 121g per caliper, 103g per lever (448g total set)
- Post mount configuration (also available in flat mount)
- Works with 160-180mm rotors, 2.3mm thickness recommended
- Uses mineral oil brake fluid
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