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Defense

MARKET OVERVIEW

​For nearly a century, Carlisle Brake & Friction has been a trusted supplier of mission-critical braking solutions to the military, earning a reputation for unwavering reliability in the most demanding circumstances.  We understand that in military applications, failure is not an option.  That's why our brake systems and friction components for transmissions, brakes, and clutches are engineered to deliver superior performance and exceptional durability.  From the scorching heat of desert operations to the frigid conditions of arctic deployments, Carlisle products are designed to perform flawlessly, ensuring the safety of military personnel and equipment.
 
Our commitment to quality and innovation extends across a wide range of applications.  Carlisle products are found in virtually every type of military land vehicle imaginable, from heavy-duty transports and powerful tanks to agile assault vehicles and essential construction equipment.  We understand the unique challenges posed by each type of vehicle, and our engineers work closely with military equipment manufacturers to develop customized braking solutions that meet their specific requirements.  But our expertise doesn't stop on the ground.  Carlisle is also a primary OEM supplier of brake friction materials for military aircraft, including high-performance jets, versatile planes, reliable helicopters, and advanced drones. 
 
When reliability is paramount, and lives are on the line, the military relies on Carlisle.  

[Download] Carlisle Military Brochure 

DEFENSE APPLICATIONS

  • ​Land vehicles
  • Transports
  • Tanks
  • Assault vehicles
  • Construction equipment

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Defense Products For A Full System

  • BOOSTED MASTER CYLINDERS
  • CLUTCH BUTTONS
  • CUSTOM SOLUTIONS
  • DEFENSE DISC BRAKE PADS
  • DISC SERVICE BRAKES
  • DRUM SERVICE BRAKES
  • DRY CLUTCH FRICTION
  • INDUSTRIAL BRAKE FRICTION
  • MASTER CYLINDERS
  • MULTIFUNCTION PARK & SERVICE DRUM BRAKES
  • OFF HIGHWAY BRAKE ASSEMBLIES
  • PARK & EMERGENCY BRAKES
  • PARK & EMERGENCY DRUM BRAKES
  • REPLACEMENT PARTS
  • WET BRAKE FRICTION
  • WET CLUTCH/ TRANSMISSION FRICTION
Carlisle Brake & Friction
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920 Lake Road
Medina, OH 44256, U.S.A
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