Hawk HB361B.622 HPS 5.0 Front Brake Pads for S2000 Civic Si RSX Type-S

Vehicle Fitment

• 2000-2009 Honda S2000 Base (AP1 / AP2, 2.0L F20C / 2.2L F22C1 I4, RWD) - Front
• 2008-2009 Honda S2000 CR (AP2, 2.2L F22C1 I4, RWD) - Front
• 2006-2011 Honda Civic Si (FG2, 2.0L K20Z3 I4, FWD) - Front
• 2008 Honda Civic MUGEN Si (FG2, 2.0L K20Z3 I4, FWD) - Front
• 2002-2004 Acura RSX Type-S (DC5, 2.0L K20A2 I4, FWD) - Front
• 2005-2006 Acura RSX Type-S (DC5, 2.0L K20Z1 I4, FWD) - Front

Fitment Notes

• Position: Front axle only for all applications listed above.
• FMSI Caliper Reference: D829.
• Not compatible with carbon ceramic rotors. For use with iron/metal rotors only.
• The Honda S2000 used the 2.0L F20C engine from 2000-2003 (AP1) and switched to the 2.2L F22C1 engine from 2004-2009 (AP2). Both generations share the same front brake caliper and are covered by this fitment.
• The S2000 CR (Club Racer) is a track-focused variant of the AP2 S2000 available in 2008-2009, equipped with the standard AP2 front caliper - it is covered by this fitment.
• The 2008 Honda Civic MUGEN Si is a limited-production MUGEN-tuned variant of the 8th-generation Civic Si (FG2) using the same front caliper as the standard Civic Si.
• The Civic Si fitment covers the 8th-generation FG2 chassis (2006-2011) only. Earlier Civic Si generations use a smaller front caliper and are not compatible with this pad.
• The RSX Type-S fitment is for the Type-S trim only. The base Acura RSX uses a smaller front caliper and requires a different pad.
• A separate rear pad is required for a complete front and rear upgrade on all listed vehicles.

Features

• HPS 5.0 (High Performance Street 5.0) Ferro-Carbon compound - The next evolution of Hawk's legendary HPS formula, delivering greater stopping power and improved pedal feel compared to the original HPS while maintaining street-friendly noise, dust, and rotor wear characteristics suitable for daily-driven performance cars.
• Aggressive torque with ABS compatibility - The HPS 5.0 compound is specifically tuned to maximize brake torque while keeping ABS engagement within the system's optimal operating window, providing shorter stopping distances without pushing the system into instability.
• Decreased stopping distances - Delivers measurably shorter front stopping distances than OEM pads on all listed platforms, providing a performance upgrade that is immediately noticeable in real-world driving without requiring a heat warm-up cycle.
• Improved pedal feel throughout the entire stroke - The HPS 5.0 compound's progressive, linear friction profile provides a consistent pedal response from initial contact through full application - a refinement over the standard HPS compound that drivers of the S2000, Civic Si, and RSX Type-S appreciate for its precision and feedback.
• Minimal fade under elevated temperatures - Withstands the sustained heat generated during autocross events, track days, and spirited canyon driving without the thermal fade that limits OEM front pads on these high-revving, driver-focused platforms.
• High friction/torque both cold and hot - The HPS 5.0 delivers strong initial bite from ambient temperature, ensuring improved braking is available from the very first stop of the day without any warm-up requirement.
• Gentle on rotors with extended pad and rotor life - The Ferro-Carbon formulation is designed to minimize front disc surface wear, preserving the OEM or aftermarket front rotors across the extended service intervals demanded of a daily-driven sports car.
• Very quiet with low noise output - Engineered for near-silent street operation, making it a compatible upgrade for the daily-driven S2000, Civic Si, and RSX Type-S without introducing the squeal or harshness associated with more aggressive compounds.
• 100% asbestos, lead, chromium, cadmium, and antimony free - Manufactured in an ISO-certified facility to strict quality and environmental standards.

Specifications

• Part Number: HB361B.622
• Compound: HPS 5.0 (High Performance Street 5.0)
• Compound Code: B
• Friction Material: Ferro-Carbon
• Pad Thickness: 0.622 in.
• FMSI Caliper Reference: D829
• Position: Front
• Caliper Type: OEM Stock Front Disc (S2000 AP1/AP2; 8th-gen Civic Si FG2; RSX Type-S DC5)
• Shims: OE shims included
• Electronic Wear Sensor: Not included
• 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 (HB361B.622)

Product Description

The Hawk HB361B.622 HPS 5.0 front brake pads are purpose-built for the front axle of three of Honda and Acura's most celebrated high-performance platforms: the Honda S2000 (2000-2009, including the AP2 CR), the 8th-generation Honda Civic Si FG2 (2006-2011, including the MUGEN Si), and the Acura RSX Type-S DC5 (2002-2006). All three platforms share the same FMSI D829 front brake caliper, making this a single front upgrade solution across the full range. The HPS 5.0 compound represents the evolution of Hawk's standard HPS formula, offering noticeably greater stopping power, a more progressive and informative pedal feel, and improved thermal durability - while retaining the low noise, manageable dust output, and rotor-friendly characteristics that make the HPS line the benchmark street performance pad.

On the S2000 in particular, the front brakes carry a heavy burden given the car's rear weight bias and high-revving character - drivers who push the car at autocross events or on track quickly discover that OEM front pads are among the first components to limit performance. The HPS 5.0 addresses this directly, delivering sustained fade-resistant front brake torque across back-to-back hard stops while maintaining street drivability for the drive to and from the event. On the 8th-gen Civic Si and RSX Type-S, both naturally aspirated K-series platforms that are popular in autocross and club racing, the HPS 5.0 provides the same benefit: significantly improved front brake performance that translates to shorter braking distances, better trail-brake modulation, and more consistent lap-to-lap stopping.

The RSX Type-S fitment is specific to the Type-S trim only - the base RSX uses a smaller front caliper that is incompatible with this pad. The Civic Si fitment covers the FG2 generation only (2006-2011). This pad is for the front axle only; a separate rear pad is required for a complete upgrade. Compatible with iron and metal rotors only; carbon ceramic brake discs are not supported.