Hawk Performance: Reliable Brake Pads for Every Drive

What This Collection Covers

Hawk Performance has engineered brake friction materials since 1993 using technology developed for military and aerospace applications, and offers one of the widest compound ranges in the aftermarket, from quiet daily-driver pads to dedicated race compounds.

Product Categories

HPS and HPS 5.0 street pads, HP Plus street/motorsports crossover pads, HPX motorsports pads, DTC-60 and DTC-70 race pads, HT-10 race pads, and Talon slotted and drilled rotors.

Hawk Pad Compounds Explained

HPS and HPS 5.0 pads are built for daily street use with low dust and quiet operation. HP Plus bridges street and light track duty. HPX and DTC compounds are motorsports and race focused, with DTC-70 built for the most demanding sustained track sessions.

Choosing a Compound

Daily drivers should stay with HPS or HPS 5.0. Track day and autocross cars benefit from HP Plus or HPX. Dedicated race builds should run DTC-60 or DTC-70 depending on caliper and rotor setup.

Hawk Pads for Sport and Muscle Cars

Sport and muscle car coverage includes Dodge Viper SRT-10 and GTS, Chevrolet Corvette and Corvette C8 Z51, Ford Mustang GT500, Subaru WRX, and Toyota GR Corolla, with HPX and HP Plus pads sized for aggressive street and motorsports use.

Hawk Pads for Import and Daily-Driven Platforms

Import and daily-driven coverage includes Honda Accord and Civic, Nissan 370Z, Infiniti FX50 and G37, Toyota Highlander, and Toyota 4Runner and FJ Cruiser with Talon rotors, using HPS and HP Plus pads matched to each platform's factory brake package.

Hawk Pads for Track and Race Applications

Track and race coverage includes AP Racing Alcon big brake kits, Porsche 911 GT3, and dedicated Corvette race builds, using DTC-60, DTC-70, and HT-10 compounds engineered for sustained high-temperature braking.

Top Hawk Performance Product Lines

• HPS / HPS 5.0. Quiet, low-dust street pads for daily driving
• HP Plus. Street and motorsports crossover pads for spirited driving and track days
• HPX. Motorsports-focused pads for aggressive street and light track use
• DTC-60 / DTC-70. Race compounds for dedicated track and competition use
• HT-10. High-torque race pads for endurance and road racing
• Talon Rotors. Slotted and drilled rotors matched to Hawk pad compounds

How to Choose the Correct Hawk Performance Pads

• Confirm the exact year, make, model, trim, and factory brake package
• Identify whether the vehicle is a daily driver, track day car, or dedicated race build
• Choose HPS or HPS 5.0 for quiet daily street use
• Step up to HP Plus or HPX for track days and spirited driving
• Choose DTC-60, DTC-70, or HT-10 only for dedicated track and race applications
• Match rotor style, such as Talon slotted or drilled, to the selected pad compound
• Bed in new pads and rotors together per the manufacturer procedure
• Match front and rear pad compounds to maintain proper brake bias
• Verify caliper clearance when upgrading to larger rotor packages
• Check ABS and stability control compatibility on electronically controlled brake systems

Common Questions

What is the difference between HPS and HP Plus pads?

HPS and HPS 5.0 are quiet, low-dust street compounds for daily driving. HP Plus adds more aggressive bite for street and motorsports crossover use, with a small increase in dust and noise compared to HPS.

Are DTC-60 and DTC-70 pads street legal?

DTC race compounds can be driven on the street but require more heat to reach optimal performance, which can mean reduced cold-stop bite and higher noise and dust compared to street-oriented compounds.

Do I need Talon rotors with Hawk pads?

Talon rotors are designed to complement Hawk pad compounds, but Hawk pads work with OEM or other quality aftermarket rotors as long as sizing matches your vehicle.

How do I choose between HPX and HP Plus?

HPX is more motorsports focused with a higher friction ceiling for aggressive driving, while HP Plus is a milder street and track crossover compound. Choose based on how much track time versus daily driving the vehicle sees.

How long do Hawk Performance pads last?

Street compounds like HPS typically last 30,000 to 50,000 miles depending on driving style. Track and race compounds wear faster and are expected to be replaced more frequently under hard use.

Can I install Hawk pads myself?

Standard pad replacement is DIY friendly for anyone comfortable with basic brake work. Full kits that include rotors and calipers may benefit from professional installation.

Do Hawk pads need a break-in period?

Yes. Bed in new pads following the Hawk-recommended procedure for the specific compound to reach full stopping performance and avoid noise or glazing.

Will Hawk pads fit under my factory wheels?

Most Hawk pads use OEM rotor and caliper dimensions and fit under stock wheels. Big brake kits and Talon rotor upgrades should be checked against wheel clearance.

What is the benefit of HT-10 pads?

HT-10 is a high-torque race compound built for endurance and road racing applications that demand consistent stopping power over long, sustained sessions.

Do Hawk pads work with my vehicle's ABS system?

Yes, Hawk pads are engineered to work within factory ABS and stability control parameters when matched correctly to your vehicle's brake system.

Why Buy Hawk Performance from Black Ops Auto Works

Black Ops Auto Works stocks 1,540 Hawk Performance SKUs across Dodge, Chevrolet, Toyota, Honda, Subaru, Ford, Porsche, Nissan, and Infiniti platforms with real fitment data, competitive pricing, and support from staff who build these vehicles themselves. Products are filterable by year, make, model, trim, engine, and drivetrain to confirm the correct application before ordering.

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