Hawk HB961W.490 DTC-30 Ferro-Carbon Motorsport Brake Pads

The Hawk Performance HB961W.490 is a DTC-30 (Dynamic Torque Control) Ferro-Carbon motorsport brake pad engineered specifically for dirt circle track racing applications. With a pad thickness of 0.490 inches, this compound delivers uniquely controllable brake torque with a smooth, consistent feel and bite that serious competitors demand.

The DTC-30 compound excels in dirt track environments including Late Model, Sprint Car, Street Stock, and Open Wheel Dirt Modified classes. Its superior release and torque control characteristics allow drivers to brake later and deeper into corners with less pedal effort and shorter pedal engagement times — a critical advantage on tight short-track circuits.

Key Features:

• Ferro-Carbon compound formulated specifically for dirt circle track and short track racing
• Dynamic Torque Control (DTC) technology for uniquely controllable brake torque
• Smooth, consistent pedal feel and bite with superior release characteristics
• Dyno and on-track tested for increased stopping power and reduced brake fade
• Extended pad life compared to standard racing compounds
• 0.490" pad thickness
• Also used in road racing applications as rear friction paired with DTC-60 compound on the front

The Hawk DTC-30 is a race-use-only brake pad compound, purpose-built for motorsport environments where consistent, controllable deceleration under extreme conditions is essential. Manufacturer Part Number: HB961W.490.