Hawk HB585B.660 HPS 5.0 Front Brake Pads for McLaren MP4-12C 2012-2014

Vehicle Fitment

• 2012-2014 McLaren MP4-12C Base (3.8L M838T V8 Twin-Turbocharged, RWD) - Front
• 2013-2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider (3.8L M838T V8 Twin-Turbocharged, RWD) - Front

Fitment Notes

• Position: Front axle only for all applications listed above.
• Not compatible with carbon ceramic rotors. For use with iron/metal rotors only.
• This pad fits the AP Racing CP6600 front caliper fitted as standard equipment to the McLaren MP4-12C. The McLaren MP4-12C also used an optional carbon ceramic brake (CCB) package - this pad is not compatible with the carbon ceramic rotor option and is for iron rotor-equipped vehicles only. Verify your specific brake configuration before ordering.
• The MP4-12C Coupe was produced for model years 2012-2014. The Spider (convertible) variant was introduced for 2013 and ran through 2014. Both body styles share the same AP Racing CP6600 front caliper and are covered by this pad.
• All MP4-12C models use the mid-mounted 3.8L M838T twin-turbocharged V8 engine producing 616hp, with rear-wheel drive.
• HPS 5.0 is a street performance compound suitable for daily driving and light track use. For sustained circuit racing use with the MP4-12C's high-downforce platform, a higher-temperature race compound such as DTC-60 or DTC-70 may be more appropriate depending on the application.

Features

• HPS 5.0 (High Performance Street 5.0) Ferro-Carbon compound - The next evolution of Hawk's HPS formula, delivering greater stopping power and improved pedal feel compared to the original HPS while maintaining street-appropriate noise, dust, and rotor wear characteristics - the compound of choice for MP4-12C owners who drive their car on public roads and require improved front brake performance over OEM pads without the cold-bite limitations of race-only compounds.
• Decreased stopping distances from OEM - Delivers measurably shorter front stopping distances from the AP Racing CP6600 caliper's substantial clamping force, translating the MP4-12C's high-performance front brake system into more aggressive deceleration from each brake application compared to standard replacement pads.
• Improved pedal feel throughout the entire stroke - The HPS 5.0 compound's progressive, linear friction profile provides a consistent, informative pedal response from initial contact through full application, giving MP4-12C drivers the precise front brake feedback demanded when operating a mid-engine supercar at high road and track speeds.
• Minimal fade under elevated temperatures - Withstands the sustained heat generated by back-to-back hard stops at spirited road pace and track day sessions where OEM replacement pads on the MP4-12C's front AP Racing calipers can approach their thermal limits, maintaining consistent front brake performance through extended performance use.
• Gentle on rotors with extended pad and rotor life - The Ferro-Carbon formulation minimizes abrasive wear on the MP4-12C's front iron disc surfaces, extending service intervals on a platform where premium brake components are costly to replace.
• Very quiet with low dust output - Engineered for near-silent street operation with minimal wheel contamination, preserving the refined character expected of a McLaren supercar without the noise and dust associated with race-classification compounds.
• High friction and torque hot or cold - Delivers effective front brake torque from ambient temperature through elevated operating conditions, providing consistent performance across the full range of driving temperatures encountered by the MP4-12C in street and light track use.
• 100% asbestos, lead, chromium, cadmium, and antimony free - Manufactured in an ISO-certified facility to strict quality and environmental standards.

Specifications

• Part Number: HB585B.660
• Compound: HPS 5.0 (High Performance Street 5.0)
• Compound Code: B
• Friction Material: Ferro-Carbon
• Pad Thickness: 0.660 in.
• Caliper: OEM AP Racing CP6600 Front Caliper (McLaren MP4-12C 2012-2014)
• Total Operating Temperature Range: 100-750°F
• Optimal Temperature Range: 100-550°F
• Position: Front
• Rotor Compatibility: Iron/metal rotors only - not compatible with carbon ceramic rotors
• Recommended Use: Performance Street / Autocross / Light Track
• Sold as: Set

Included Components

• 2x Hawk HPS 5.0 Front Brake Pads (HB585B.660)

Product Description

The Hawk HB585B.660 HPS 5.0 front brake pads are engineered for the AP Racing CP6600 front caliper of the McLaren MP4-12C, covering the Coupe (2012-2014) and Spider (2013-2014). All MP4-12C models use the same mid-mounted 3.8L M838T twin-turbocharged V8 producing 616hp with rear-wheel drive. The McLaren MP4-12C was available with an optional carbon ceramic brake (CCB) package - this pad is for iron rotor applications only and is not compatible with the carbon ceramic rotor option. Verify your brake configuration before ordering.

HPS 5.0 is the natural upgrade choice for MP4-12C owners who drive their car on public roads and want substantially more front brake performance than OEM replacement pads provide. The compound delivers measurably shorter front stopping distances from the AP Racing CP6600 caliper's high clamping force, improves pedal feel across the full brake stroke, and maintains fade resistance across the spirited street driving and light track use these vehicles are regularly subjected to. The HPS 5.0's Ferro-Carbon formulation produces less dust than race-classification compounds and operates quietly - preserving the refined, supercar-appropriate character of the MP4-12C in daily use. For MP4-12C owners who regularly compete at circuit events or attend demanding track days where sustained high front brake temperatures are generated, the DTC-60 or DTC-70 compounds available in this pad shape provide race-level thermal performance.

This pad is for the front axle only. A separate rear pad is required for a complete brake upgrade. Compatible with iron and metal rotors only; carbon ceramic brake discs are not supported.