PFC Porsche 996/997, 986/987 Boxster/Cayman Rear Brake Pads - 19 Compound - 0738.19.16.44
High-performance rear brake pads in PFC’s 19 compound, designed for Porsche 996/997 and 986/987 Boxster/Cayman. A Z-rated street pad with the strength to handle track days, the 19 compound delivers excellent cold bite, torque levels on par with PFC’s classic 97 compound, and street-friendly manners with low dust and low noise. Perfect for drivers who demand top-tier braking on the road with the confidence to push harder at the track.
- PFC 19 compound: Z-rated street pad with track-day durability.
- Excellent cold bite: Strong braking from the first application.
- Torque levels rival 97 compound: Consistent, confident stopping power.
- Street-friendly manners: Low dust and low noise for daily driving.
- Dual-purpose performance: Optimized for both street and occasional track use.
- Direct Porsche fitment: 0738.19.16.44 fits Porsche 996, 997, 986/987 Boxster/Cayman, select 981/982, and VW Touareg.
- Fade-resistant control: Maintains braking consistency under spirited driving.
Common Pad Fitments:
| Make | Model | Engine | Year | Variant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porsche | 718 | 2 litre | 2016- | Boxster / S | Rear |
| Porsche | 718 | 2 litre | 2016- | Cayman / S | Rear |
| Porsche | 955 | 3.2 / 4.5 litre | 2003- | Cayenne | Rear |
| Porsche | 955 | 3.6 / 4.8 litre | 2007- | Cayenne | Rear |
| Porsche | 981 | 3.4 litre | 2012- | Boxster S / GTS | Rear |
| Porsche | 981c | 3.4 litre | 2010- | Cayman R excl ceramic | Rear |
| Porsche | 981c | 3.4 litre | 2010- | Cayman S / GTS | Rear |
| Porsche | 986 | — | 1996-04 | Boxster / Cayman | Rear |
| Porsche | 986 | — | 1996-04 | Boxster S / Cayman S | Rear |
| Porsche | 987 / 987.2 | 3.2 / 3.4 litre | 2005-12 | Boxster S / Cayman S | Rear |
| Porsche | 987 / 987c | — | 2005-12 | Boxster / Cayman | Rear |
| Porsche | 996 | 3.4 / 3.6 litre | 1997-05 | C | Rear |
| Porsche | 996 | 996-C2 996-C4 | 1998-04 | C2 / C4 | Rear |
| Porsche | 997 | — | 2005- | — | Rear |
| Porsche | 997 | 997-C2 997-C4 | 2004-11 | C2 / C4 | Rear |
| Volkswagen | Touareg | 3.2 / 4.2 / 5.0 | 2002- | — | Rear |
| Volkswagen | Touareg | 3.0 | 2004- | — | Rear |
| Volkswagen | Touareg | 3.6 / 6.0 | 2005- | — | Rear |
The PFC 0738.19.16.44 rear brake pads bring the best of both worlds—street comfort and track-day capability—in one high-performance package. Featuring Performance Friction’s all-new 19 compound, these pads are Z-rated for street use yet robust enough to withstand the heat and stress of spirited driving or occasional track sessions.
With excellent cold-bite characteristics, the 19 compound ensures strong, confidence-inspiring braking right from the first stop. Torque output rivals that of PFC’s legendary 97 compound, delivering consistent performance lap after lap. Designed with everyday drivability in mind, the 19 compound produces low brake dust and minimal noise, making it ideal for high-performance street cars that also see track time.
These pads are precision-engineered to fit Porsche 996/997 and 986/987 Boxster/Cayman applications (including S, GTS, and R models, plus select 981/982 variants and compatible VW Touareg models). At 16 mm thickness and built to OEM spec, they ensure perfect fitment and reliable, fade-resistant performance.
Whether you’re commuting through city traffic or attacking your favorite backroad, the PFC 19 compound delivers balanced braking power, clean operation, and the durability you expect from Performance Friction.
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