High Performance Street 5.0 pads give your vehicle the greatest stopping power and pedal feel without compromising ABS. The HB650B.730 is the HPS 5.0 front pad set for the Nissan R35 GT-R, built on Hawk's ferro-carbon friction compound. HPS 5.0 is a Ferro-Carbon compound that provides advanced braking characteristics to enhance the driving experience. Compared with the standard HPS compound, the HPS 5.0 is positioned for more brake torque and a higher operating temperature, which makes it a stronger choice for owners who push their GT-R harder on the street or on occasional spirited runs. It is not a race compound, so it suits street-driven GT-R owners rather than sustained track use.
Fitment is where buyers should slow down. Year coverage for this MPN varies across sources, so confirm the exact model years and brake caliper setup against the manufacturer before ordering a Nissan GT-R front pad upgrade. The manufacturer states that all Hawk Performance compounds are not compatible with carbon ceramic rotors and that its pads are designed to work with iron or metal rotors. If your GT-R runs carbon ceramic stoppers, this pad is the wrong choice. For the install, the manufacturer's bed-in routine is the key step for a GT-R HPS 5.0 break-in, so plan it before your first hard session.
No. The manufacturer states that its HPS 5.0 and other Hawk compounds are not compatible with carbon ceramic rotors and are designed for iron or metal rotors.
Yes. The manufacturer's bed-in sequence is 6 to 10 stops from about 30 to 35 MPH at moderate pressure, followed by 2 to 3 hard stops from about 40 to 45 MPH. Do not drag the brakes, then allow 15 minutes for the system to cool before normal driving or racing.
The manufacturer's install guidance says to follow the vehicle manufacturer's brake pad installation instructions and to make sure the pads are securely positioned in the caliper. After installation, complete the bed-in sequence above before any hard braking. Install difficulty, required tools, and torque specifications for this GT-R application were not confirmed in our research, so consult the Nissan service procedure for your model year and confirm specs before starting.
