Hawk HB250F.653 HPS Rear Brake Pads for Camaro Z28 SS Firebird Trans Am

Vehicle Fitment

• 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro Base (4th Gen / F-body, 3.8L V6, RWD) - Rear
• 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 (4th Gen / F-body, 5.7L LS1 V8, RWD) - Rear
• 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro SS (4th Gen / F-body, 5.7L LS1 V8, RWD) - Rear
• 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 SS (4th Gen / F-body, 5.7L LS1 V8, RWD) - Rear
• 1998-2002 Pontiac Firebird Base (4th Gen / F-body, 3.8L V6, RWD) - Rear
• 1998-2002 Pontiac Firebird Formula (4th Gen / F-body, 5.7L LS1 V8, RWD) - Rear
• 1998-2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am (4th Gen / F-body, 5.7L LS1 V8, RWD) - Rear
• 1998 Pontiac Firebird Firehawk (4th Gen / F-body, 5.7L LS1 V8, RWD) - Rear

Fitment Notes

• Position: Rear axle only for all applications listed above.
• FMSI Caliper Reference: D750.
• Not compatible with carbon ceramic rotors. For use with iron/metal rotors only.
• All 4th generation F-body Camaro and Firebird variants from 1998-2002 share the same rear brake caliper and pad dimensions, covering both the V6 3.8L and LS1 5.7L V8 engine variants without exception.
• The Firebird Firehawk was a limited-production SLP-modified Trans Am available only in 1998 for this generation; it uses the standard F-body rear disc caliper and is covered by this fitment.
• A separate front pad (HB249F.575, FMSI D749) is required for the front axle of these same vehicles - this pad covers the rear axle only.

Features

• HPS (High Performance Street) Ferro-Carbon compound - Hawk's legendary street performance formula, developed using aerospace and motorsport friction technology, delivering a significant increase in stopping power over OEM rear pads while maintaining the street drivability, noise characteristics, and rotor compatibility demanded of a daily-driven performance car.
• 20-40% more stopping power over stock - The HPS compound's higher coefficient of friction provides noticeably shorter stopping distances compared to standard OEM rear pads, delivered consistently whether the brakes are cold or at full operating temperature.
• Effective from ambient temperature through spirited use - The HPS formula operates from dead cold through 700°F (optimal: 100-500°F), delivering improved rear brake performance from the very first application without requiring a heat warm-up cycle.
• Excellent fade resistance for a street compound - Withstands the sustained heat generated during autocross events, canyon driving, or light track use, where OEM rear pads are among the first components to exhibit thermal fade on the heavier LS1-powered SS and Trans Am variants.
• Gentle on rotors with extended pad life - The Ferro-Carbon formulation minimizes abrasive wear on rear disc surfaces, helping extend both the friction material and rotor service life on a daily-driven performance car.
• Low dust output - Produces measurably less brake dust than OEM replacement compounds, keeping the F-body's rear wheels cleaner over time without sacrificing stopping performance.
• Virtually noise-free operation - Engineered for quiet, smooth rear brake engagement across all operating temperatures and seasonal conditions - a key advantage on a street-driven performance coupe where rear brake squeal is undesirable.
• Consistent brake release characteristics - Delivers a clean, predictable linear release at the rear axle, supporting stable corner exits and smooth power application on the F-body's rear-wheel-drive platform.
• 100% asbestos, lead, chromium, cadmium, and antimony free - Manufactured in an ISO-certified facility to strict quality and environmental standards.

Specifications

• Part Number: HB250F.653
• Compound: HPS (High Performance Street)
• Friction Material: Ferro-Carbon
• Pad Thickness: 0.653 in.
• FMSI Caliper Reference: D750
• Total Operating Temperature Range: 100-700°F
• Optimal Temperature Range: 100-500°F
• Position: Rear
• Caliper Type: OEM Stock Rear Disc (4th Gen F-body, all engine variants)
• Shims: None (integrally molded)
• 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 Rear Brake Pads (HB250F.653)

Product Description

The Hawk HB250F.653 HPS rear brake pads are engineered for the rear axle of the 4th generation Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird (1998-2002), covering every trim from the V6-powered Base to the LS1-powered Z28, SS, Formula, and Trans Am. Every 1998-2002 F-body variant shares the same rear brake caliper (FMSI D750), meaning this single pad serves as a direct rear upgrade across the full model range - no trim or engine exclusions apply. The 1998 Pontiac Firebird Firehawk, a limited-production SLP variant of the Trans Am, also uses this standard rear caliper and is fully compatible.

The HPS compound delivers 20-40% more stopping power than OEM rear pads and operates effectively from ambient temperature through 700°F, with a 100-500°F optimal range that maps directly to the thermal envelope of the F-body's rear brakes during street and autocross driving. On heavier, more powerful variants like the Camaro SS and Trans Am, which generate significantly more rear brake heat during spirited driving than standard replacement pads are designed to handle, the HPS compound's improved fade resistance provides consistent, fade-free rear deceleration across back-to-back stops. The Ferro-Carbon formulation is simultaneously gentle on rotors - a meaningful benefit when paired with the factory cast rear discs, which are shared between all trim levels regardless of engine output.

This pad is for the rear axle only. The matching front pad for the same 1998-2002 F-body application is HB249F.575 (FMSI D749). This pad is compatible with iron and metal rotors only; carbon ceramic brake discs are not supported.