Brake Caliper BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 Front Right O/S Brake Housing Carrier 60/30/348

Brake Caliper BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 Front Right O/S Brake Housing Carrier is an original component from the Brake Calipers and Carriers group, designed for operation in the front right section of the braking system. This used caliper provides a functional service solution for BMW vehicles, allowing for the maintenance of factory braking characteristics while optimizing repair costs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6776784-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6776784
• Substitutable numbers: 34116776784, 6776784, 34116778400, 6778400, 60/30/348
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Calipers & Brackets

Purpose and fitment for BMW X5 / X6

The presented caliper is designed for the front axle on the right side in BMW X5 E70 and BMW X6 E71 models. The vehicle placement is clearly defined as front – right side, which facilitates the selection of the correct component when replacing a single caliper or repairing one-sided brake system damage.

Thanks to a design compliant with manufacturer standards, the caliper works with the factory steering knuckle geometry, brake disc, and pads, ensuring stable pad guidance, even pressure, and predictable brake pedal response.

Technical and functional characteristics

As an element from the Brake Calipers and Carriers category, this caliper is responsible for converting hydraulic pressure into clamping force of the pads against the disc. The design intended for BMW X5 and X6 SUVs ensures appropriate body rigidity, resistance to thermal loads, and stable operation under intensive braking conditions.

Key functional features of this type of caliper include:

• precise guidance of brake pads within the caliper,
• properly selected piston working surface,
• stable cooperation with the vehicle's ABS/DSC system,
• serviceability (replacement of seals, guide pins, pads).

This type of solution allows for maintaining proper braking efficiency while preserving pedal comfort and repeatability of braking force on the right side of the front axle.

Benefits of using an original, used caliper

Choosing an original, used brake caliper for a BMW is a reasonable compromise between cost and quality. A component sourced from the disassembly of a factory brake system retains the design intended by the manufacturer, which promotes proper fitment to the hub, disc, and brake line, and reduces the risk of installation issues.

In practice, this means:

• maintaining factory braking characteristics on the right side,
• easier installation due to dimensional compatibility with the original mount,
• the possibility of economical brake system repair without giving up an OEM component.

If you want to better understand how to safely use used brake system components and how to reduce service costs, it is worth checking out the guide: Brake calipers under the microscope: How to effectively reduce brake system repair costs by choosing verified recycled parts.

Application in service practice

The front right brake caliper for BMW X5 and X6 will prove useful both for point replacement of a damaged element and for broader service work within the front axle. It can be used in situations such as mechanical wear, collision damage, piston seizure, or uneven braking on one side.

Before installation, standard service procedures are recommended, such as checking the condition of the brake line, disc, and pads, bleeding the system, and verifying the correct operation of the piston and guide pins after installation. This approach allows for fully utilizing the potential of the installed caliper and ensuring stable braking parameters.

Expanding the BMW brake system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional calipers, brackets, or mounting carriers, check the available parts in the BMW Brake Calipers and Carriers category.