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XT M8220 Hydraulic 4-PistonDisc Brake Caliper
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Maximum stopping force meets precise modulation with the DEORE XT 4-Piston Caliper
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"I’ve been riding this caliper on my enduro bike and I can honestly say the power is unreal. I noticed the consistent feel right away—rain, heat, long descents, it stays dialed. Plus, it’s dead quiet thanks to the anti-rattle updates. Pair it with Shimano rotors and the feel is unbeatable."
We ride hard and fast, and we expect our brakes to keep up. The Shimano DEORE XT 4-Piston Caliper BR-M8220 gives us that unshakable confidence when lines get rowdy and terrain gets steep. It’s the strongest brake in Shimano’s M8200 series, fine-tuned to provide ultimate consistency and control in any trail condition.
With a two-piece construction, refined pad design, and low-viscosity fluid, the M8220 delivers smooth, predictable braking performance every time we grab the lever. Whether we’re chasing race stages or racking up laps on big descents, this caliper ensures we ride with confidence and silence.
Details
- Maximum control caliper for aggressive trail and enduro riding
- Reliable braking feel in all trail and weather conditions
- Four-piston caliper delivers DH-worthy power and modulation
- Updated oil and seals provide temperature-consistent bite point
- Oval brake mount and revised pads reduce vibration and noise
- Compatible with finned or non-finned, resin or metal Shimano pads
- Pairs optimally with Shimano rotors for tuned brake feel
- Two-piece caliper construction for lightweight strength
- Item #SHIU1Q4
- Material
- aluminum
- Caliper Type
- hydraulic 4-piston
- Mount Type
- post
- Fluid
- Shimano mineral oil
- Compatibility
- Shimano disc brake systems
- Activity
- enduro, trail, downhill
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 2 years
- Manufacturer Part Number
- BR-M8220
100+ Years in the Making
Founded in Japan in 1921, Shimano has spent over a century earning the trust of riders at every level. Their precision engineering and relentless drive to innovate have made Shimano components a fixture on trails and roads worldwide.