Used Truck Brake Lines, Hoses & Fittings

Used truck brake lines, hoses & fittings

Brake lines, hoses and fittings carry hydraulic fluid or compressed air between the brake valves, tanks and wheel ends on a heavy truck. They have to withstand high pressure, vibration and exposure to road dirt and salt, so when one is damaged or corroded it is important to replace it with the correct OEM part. In this category you will find used OEM truck brake lines, hoses & fittings removed from late-model European lorries.

Current examples include front brake hose/pipe assemblies for MAN TGA/TGS/TGX and front left brake hoses for Mercedes-Benz Actros MP4 Euro 6, each listed with genuine part numbers and clear photos of the exact item. As we dismantle more trucks, new lines, hoses and assemblies are added to stock.

What you will find in the Brake Lines, Hoses & Fittings category

Stock will change as new donor vehicles arrive, but this category typically includes:

• front and rear axle brake hoses and pipe assemblies for tractor units and rigids;
• chassis-to-axle flexible lines that connect rigid pipes to brake chambers and valves;
• combined hose & pipe sections with factory-formed bends and brackets;
• steel brake pipes and rigid lines routed along the chassis rails;
• associated fittings supplied as part of the hose / pipe assembly.

Smaller stand-alone hose couplings and connectors are usually listed separately in our Brake Hose Connectors category, while this section focuses on complete brake line and hose runs.

Truck brands & typical applications

Most brake lines and hoses we list come from mainstream European trucks such as: DAF CF/XF, MAN TGA/TGS/TGX, Volvo FH/FM, Mercedes-Benz Actros/Arocs and Scania tractors and rigids. These are genuine OEM parts taken from complete vehicles, not universal hose cut to length, so routing, fittings and lengths match the original design for the chassis.

Typical use cases include:

• replacing corroded steel brake pipes that have failed MOT/inspection;
• repairing damaged axle hoses after tyre failure or road debris impact;
• fixing localised air or fluid leaks in the brake circuit;
• restoring original routing after accident repair work or previous non-standard modifications.

How brake lines, hoses & fittings work in truck brake systems

On heavy commercial vehicles the brake circuit can be air, hydraulic or air-over-hydraulic depending on the design. Rigid pipes carry fluid or air along the chassis, while flexible hoses are used where the line has to move with the axle or suspension. Specialised fittings and couplings keep these lines sealed and secure under high pressure and constant vibration, which is why correct materials, threads and dimensions are essential in commercial vehicle applications.

Using properly specified OEM lines and hoses helps maintain system integrity, prevents leaks and ensures ABS, EBS and parking brake functions operate as designed.

How to choose the correct brake line or hose

To avoid ordering the wrong part, always check:

• OE or OEM part number on the original hose/pipe or in your parts catalog;
• thread size and type on each end, plus any special fittings or unions;
• overall length and routing, including factory bends and brackets;
• axle position and side – front/rear, left/right, inner/outer where applicable;
• truck brand, model, year and Euro class, as routing can change between generations.

If you are not sure which line or hose you need, please contact us with your VIN or registration number and photos of the original component. Our team can help you cross-check part numbers and identify a suitable replacement from our stock. For more guidance, see How to Find the Right Part and Compatibility & VIN Policy.

Tested used OEM brake lines & hoses from dismantled trucks

Before dismantling, we aim to run and check braking systems where possible. During removal, our technicians inspect each line and hose for obvious damage, heavy corrosion, cracks and signs of leakage. Severely corroded pipes or badly perished hoses are rejected; only assemblies that meet our standards for used parts are cleaned, labelled and stored under cover.

Because we specialise in genuine OEM components from complete donor vehicles, you benefit from:

• correct fittings and thread sizes for your braking system;
• factory routing and length that match your chassis layout;
• parts that were designed specifically for heavy-duty truck use.

You can read more about how we source and process parts on our Our Dismantling & Quality Process and Warranty & Part Condition pages.

Related brake system categories

If you are overhauling a larger section of the braking system, you may also want to browse:

• Brake Hose Connectors – flexible air brake hoses and stand-alone hose connectors;
• Brake Sensors & Switches – ABS, ESP, pressure and pad wear sensors;
• Brake Chambers and Parking Brakes – actuators and cab-mounted park brake valves;
• Air Compressors, Air Tanks and Air Dryers – other core air brake components.

Delivery, payment & returns

All brake lines, hoses and fittings are dispatched from our UK warehouse with tracked delivery options available across the UK and EU. For detailed information about delivery times and costs, please see our Delivery & Shipping page.

You can find more details on payment options, VAT and our returns policy on: Payment & VAT and Returns & Refunds. If you need any help choosing the right part or building an order for multiple brake components on the same truck, contact our team and we will be happy to assist.