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  3. Hydraulic Drum Brakes
  4. 8000 lbs Axle
  5. 12-1/4 x 3-3/8 Inch Drum
  6. 16 Inch Wheel
  7. 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
  8. 17 Inch Wheel
  9. 17-1/2 Inch Wheel
Dexter Hydraulic Trailer Brakes - Duo Servo - 12-1/4" - Left/Right - 8K
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Dexter Hydraulic Trailer Brakes - Duo Servo - 12-1/4" - Left/Right - 8K

Part Number: 23-402-403
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Brakes that automatically adjust as you tow so you don't have to crawl around on the ground to do it manually. Dual-plunger cylinder offers great braking power. 12-1/4" x 3-3/8" Assemblies fit 16" or larger wheels. Made in the USA. Great Prices for the best trailer brakes from Dexter. Dexter Hydraulic Trailer Brakes - Duo Servo - 12-1/4" - Left/Right - 8K part number 23-402-403 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Dexter Trailer Brakes - 23-402-403

Highlights

  • No Manual Adjusting Needed: Self-adjusting design keeps pads aligned for consistent braking.
  • More Braking Power: Dual-plunger cylinder pushes both shoes at once for stronger, smoother stops.
  • Even Pad Wear: Bonded pads maintain full contact with the drum and avoid rivet scraping noise.
  • Smooth, Controlled Stops: Tapered pads reduce stutter and lockup as the brakes wear in.
  • Heavy-Duty Rated: Works with 8,000-lb axles and 16" or larger wheels for dependable towing control.
  • Easy Bolt-On Fit: Left and right 12-1/4" x 3-3/8" assemblies mount to standard 4-bolt flanges.
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Features to know about

Reliable Braking Power Under Load: Dual-Plunger Duo Servo Design

When you need strong, consistent braking on an 8,000-lb axle, the Dexter duo servo setup delivers. The dual-plunger cylinder pushes both shoes at the same time, giving more braking power than a single-plunger design. The 12-1/4" x 3-3/8" assemblies are built for 16" or larger wheels and use a 4-bolt mounting flange pattern. Every stop feels steady and controlled, whether you’re loaded heavy or towing long distances.

Close-up of a Dexter hydraulic drum brake highlighting the dual-plunger duo-servo design for stronger and more consistent braking performance.

No More Manual Adjustments: Self-Adjusting Brake Assemblies

Crawling under the trailer to tweak your brakes is a thing of the past. These self-adjusting hydraulic drum brakes keep the shoes properly aligned as they wear, so you always get peak braking performance without routine maintenance. A tensioning cable automatically maintains contact between the shoes and the drum for consistent stopping power every time you hit the pedal.

Smoother, Quieter Stops: Fully Bonded and Tapered Brake Pads

The bonded brake pads don’t rely on rivets, so there’s no metal-on-metal scraping as they wear down. That means quieter operation and more friction surface for stronger braking. The tapered pad edges help prevent stutter or lockup and reduce uneven wear, keeping braking smooth and predictable mile after mile.

Close-up of a Dexter drum brake showing bonded, tapered brake pads designed to reduce uneven wear and improve braking consistency.

Built for Simple Setup: Left and Right Assemblies Ready to Mount

Each kit includes one left-hand (driver’s-side) and one right-hand (passenger’s-side) brake assembly designed for hydraulic drum operation. They’re made to pair with surge actuators that have reverse lockouts and work best when used as a matched set. Mounting bolts and hardware (part number BRKH12) are sold separately, so you can choose exactly what fits your setup.

Specs

Dimensions

  • Dimensions: 12-1/4" diameter x 3-3/8" wide
  • Mounting flange bolt pattern: 4 bolt

Wheel Compatibility

  • Wheel size: 16" or larger

Weight and Capacity

  • Axle rating: 8,000 lbs

Warranty

  • Limited warranty: 5-year

Note

The brakes will be very hot after doing this, so after every 10 stops you'll want to wait about 10 minutes to let the brakes cool off before continuing. If you don't, you might cook and crack the pad material.

Close-up of Dexter self-adjusting hydraulic drum brake assembly showing labeled callout for the automatic tensioning cable that maintains consistent braking performance.


23-402 Dexter 12-1/4" Duo-Servo Hydraulic Brake Assembly - LH - Self Adjust - 8K

23-403 Dexter 12-1/4" Duo-Servo Hydraulic Brake Assembly - RH - Self Adjust - 8K





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brakes arrived faster than expected. They were an exact fit for my dexter 8k tag axle on my 1998 Bounder Motorhome. The price was very fair compared to other venders
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Fast shipping. Great product selection. Called in for help finding the correct product and got a educated person helping me. Great company!!
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Bolted right on with no issues
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Should have ordered the ones that had the dust covers on the back
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Parts received exactly as were needed. Etrailer customer service ensured my companies needs were met and exceeded. Great job as always.
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