Triumph Herald Brake System
The Triumph Herald brake system evolved throughout production, with early 948 and 1200 models featuring drum brakes on all four wheels before transitioning to front disc brakes with Type 12 callipers from 1963, and later Type 14 callipers from 1967 onwards.
The 13/60 models received disc brakes as standard factory specification. All Herald variants retained drum rear brakes throughout the production run, operated by a dual-circuit hydraulic system with servo assistance on later models. The handbrake mechanism operates through cables to the rear drums.
Upgrading from drum to disc front brakes significantly enhances stopping performance for classic Herald owners, with conversion kits available for early models. Regular maintenance of brake components ensures safe operation of these British classics, with Rimmer Bros stocking original specification and uprated parts for every Herald variant from 1959 onwards.