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Hawk Performance HB170 Series Brake Pad

SKU HAWKHB170Z.650
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Original price $205.99 USD
Original price $188.99 USD - Original price $381.99 USD
Original price $205.99 USD
Current price $185.39 USD
$170.09 USD - $343.79 USD
Current price $185.39 USD
Compound: Ceramic
Thickness: 0.650 in.

Lead Time: Good: 1-2 Days

Est. Ship By: Wednesday, April 01 if ordered in: ::

Est. Delivery: Friday, April 03 - Monday, April 06

These estimates are based on recent lead times for this item and are not guaranteed. We will contact you if your order will be outside this estimate.

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Street Brake Fluids:

Racing/Hi Temp Fluids:

Caliper Temp Strips: Wide Band Temp Strips

Rotor Temp Paint: Genesis Temp Paint

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

Hawk Performance HB170 Series Brake Pad


Experience the legacy of Hawk pads, born on the racetrack over 30 years ago. Our passion for superior control, track records, and unmatched braking power transcends to the streets, dirt tracks, and trails. Whatever your ride, we offer the tested technology you demand.

Choose the compound you want. A description of each compounds characteristics and performance is listed below. If you have questions, please reach out and we can help you select the most appropriate compound for your vehicle. To optimize your pad selection you can use our brake temperature paint and caliper temp strips to determine your usual operating range.

Compounds: Detailed description of Hawk Performance Pad Compounds ( Click here to read more on Hawk. )

Streetable compounds:

Ceramic "Z" compound - Quiet, long life, low dust. Choose this pad if noise and longevity is your primary concern.

HPS - Performance Street - The HPS is our most popular street pad. Choose this pad for sporting performance without lots of noise.

HP5.0 - Dual Use High Performance Street - An evolution of the HPS - choose the HPS 5.0 if you would like a little more than the HPS.

HP+ - Dual purpose street/track. Choose the HP Plus if you want max street performance without compromise or for more casual track day use.

Track Oriented compounds:

DTC-80 - Best Race Pad. DTC-80 is a compound engineered for use on all circle track and road racing venues where a high torque, high temperature-resilient friction material is a must.

DTC-70 - Max Temp. Extremely high torque with aggressive controllable initial bite. Superior release and torque control characteristics.

DTC-60 - Race temp - more control. High torque with less initial bite than DTC 70. Superior release and torque control characteristics.

DTC-30 - Mid Temp - more control. Brake pads designed Specifically for Dirt Circle Track applications.

DTC-15 - Medium Torque. D DTC-15 brake pads are a medium torque compound (less torque than DTC-30, more than DTC-5)

DTC-05 Developed specifically to meet the demands of lower torque. Provides very controllable, higher temperature performance as compared to stock pads.

BLUE 9012 - Max torque Medium/High torque and temperature compound with excellent brake modulation. #1 selling brake pad material for SCCA.

BLACK - Medium torque and temperature compound designed to be a good, all-purpose low- cost racing brake pad.

HT-10 - Intermediate to high torque with a smooth initial bite. Very consistent pedal feel. Excellent modulation and release characteristics.

HT-14 - Very high torque with aggressive initial bite. Excellent modulation and release characteristics. Brake pads designed for cars with extremely high deceleration rates and down force.

Truck compounds:


LTS - Light Truck/SUV. Choose the LTS for your truck if you want improved street performance without any potential for noise/dust.

Super Duty - Commercial and Heavy Duty Trucks. Choose this compound for extreme duty commercial and on/off-road Class 2 vehicles.

Common Application: HP+ Street Brake Pads

Part Number/Shape: HB170


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How do you primarily use your vehicle?
This is the single most important factor in matching you to the right compound.
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Daily Driver
Commuting, errands, highway — normal street conditions
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Spirited Street
Street-driven but you enjoy pushing it on backroads and canyons
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Dual Purpose
Street-driven but you take it to track days or HPDE events
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Track / Race
Regular track days, time attack, club racing, or dedicated race car
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Off-Road / Heavy Duty
Off-road, overlanding, towing, armored vehicles, or military/LE use
How would you describe your braking style?
Be honest — this helps match bite and pedal feel to how you actually drive.
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Smooth & Progressive
I want easy, linear feel. Comfort and predictability over outright bite.
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Firm but Controlled
I brake firmly when needed but don't threshold brake every corner.
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Late & Aggressive
Maximum initial bite. I brake deep and hard, every time.
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Trail Braking
I carry braking into corners — I need consistent release and feel.
What's the highest heat scenario your brakes will see?
Compounds are engineered around specific temperature windows. Choose the most extreme situation you'll regularly encounter.
Cold
Street
Sport
Track
Race
❄️ Cold Climate / Gentle Use (under 100°C)
Mountain driving in cold temps or very gentle braking — needs immediate cold bite from the first stop
🟢 Normal Street (100–400°C)
Typical daily driving — brakes rarely see sustained heat buildup
🟡 Spirited / Mountain Passes (400–600°C)
Long descents, heavy vehicles, spirited canyon driving or repeated hard stops
🔴 Track / HPDE (600–900°C)
Sustained hard braking on circuit — brakes get genuinely hot every session
⚫ Racing (900°C+)
Endurance, sprint, or club racing — maximum sustained heat every lap
How do you feel about brake dust and noise?
Higher-performance compounds often produce more dust and occasional squeal. Tell us your tolerance.
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Keep It Clean & Quiet
Clean wheels and silent operation matter to me. I'll trade some peak bite for this.
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Some Dust Is Fine
Happy to clean wheels more often if it means better braking.
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Performance Only
Dust, squeal, smell — I don't care. Give me the best stopping power.
How important is rotor longevity to you?
Aggressive compounds can accelerate rotor wear. On Alcon-grade rotors, this is especially worth considering.
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Rotor Life Matters
I want pads that are gentle on rotors. Replacement costs are a real concern.
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Balanced Trade-off
I'll accept moderate rotor wear for meaningfully better stopping power.
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Performance First
Rotors are a consumable. I'll replace them as needed. Max stopping power wins.
What's your budget per axle set?
Our catalog ranges from ~$100 to $500+ per axle. Every tier has excellent options — this helps us match you to realistic choices.
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Under $200
Strong performance at an accessible price point
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$200–$350
Premium compounds — the sweet spot for most performance applications
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$350+
Race-grade, motorsport-proven friction materials
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⚠️ These recommendations are based on your stated usage profile. Availability varies by vehicle — use our year/make/model fitment lookup to confirm compatibility. Questions? Contact our team.

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