Looking For 12-1/4" x 5" Brake Shoes For A 12 Ton Trailer With 12K Axles And Air Brakes
Updated 02/03/2026 | Published 07/23/2024 >
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i have a 12 ton trailer with 12k axles and air brakes 12.25x5 shoes 2 pin can these be replaced with PQ style brake shoes thank you in advance LEE
asked by: Lee V
Expert Reply:
Thanks for reaching out, Lee. The Brake Shoe with Lining for Dexter PQ Style Air Brake # BP22-015 will fit only the 12-1/4" x 4" PQ-style Dexter air brakes. So, these will not work if your trailer uses the 12-1/4" x 5" shoes. We do offer some 12-1/4" x 5" shoes and if you can provide me with the part number or model number of your brake assembly, I am happy to confirm fitment for you. Here is what we have for the 12-1/4" x 5" shoes:
- Replacement Shoe and Lining for Dexter 12-1/4" x 5" Electric Brake Assembly RH - 12K # BP04-375
- Replacement Shoe and Lining for Dexter 12-1/4" x 5" Electric Brake Assembly LH - 12K # BP04-365
- Replacement Shoe and Lining for Dexter 12-1/4" x 5" El Brakes with Stamped BP - LH - 12K # BP04-360
- Replacement Shoe and Lining for Dexter 12-1/4" x 5" El Brakes with Stamped BP - RH - 12K # BP04-370
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Brake Shoe with Lining for Dexter PQ Style Air Brake
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- Trailer Brakes
- Air Brakes
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- 12-1/4 x 4 Inch
- Dexter
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Jesse M.
2/3/2026
Hey Lee, did you find a set of 12-1/4 x 5 brake shoes that fit your trailer’s air brakes? Knowing which option worked could really help others with the same setup. Your update could make it easier for the next person matching parts for a 12-ton trailer.