Hawk Performance LTS Front Brake Pads – Toyota 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Tacoma & Lexus GX | HB490Y.665

Hawk Performance LTS Front Brake Pads – Toyota 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Tacoma & Lexus GX | HB490Y.665

Upgrade the braking performance of your Toyota truck or SUV with Hawk Performance LTS (Light Truck & SUV) Front Brake Pads, part #HB490Y.665.

Hawk developed the LTS compound specifically for trucks, SUVs, and other heavier vehicles where conventional passenger-car brake pads may not provide the braking performance, fade resistance, or durability desired.

Using Hawk's Ferro-Carbon friction material, LTS pads provide strong and predictable braking whether hot or cold while offering excellent fade resistance, low dust output, and long pad and rotor life.

They're an excellent choice for Toyota trucks and SUVs used for daily driving, off-roading, overlanding, hauling, moderate towing, or vehicles carrying the additional weight of aftermarket accessories.

Vehicle Fitment

Toyota FJ Cruiser

• 2007-2014

• Front

Toyota 4Runner

• Compatible 2003-2023 applications

• Front

Toyota Tacoma

• Compatible 2005-2023 applications

• Front

Lexus GX470

• 2003-2009

• Front

Lexus GX460

• Compatible applications

• Front

Additional Toyota applications may include certain Tundra and Sequoia models depending on year and brake configuration.

Important: Toyota used different brake and caliper configurations on certain models and years. Always verify vehicle application and brake configuration before ordering.

Key Features

• Hawk Performance LTS – Light Truck & SUV compound

• Designed specifically for trucks, SUVs, and 4x4 vehicles

• Ferro-Carbon friction material

• Improved braking performance compared with typical OE replacement pads

• Strong, balanced initial bite when hot or cold

• Excellent fade resistance

• Low dust output

• Excellent pad life

• Excellent rotor life

• Designed for quiet street operation

• Excellent for daily-driven and modified Toyota trucks and SUVs

• Suitable for moderate towing and hauling

• Great choice for vehicles with larger tires and added accessory weight

• Direct-fit replacement for compatible factory brake systems

• Complete front axle brake pad set

• Hawk Part Number HB490Y.665

LTS – Light Truck & SUV Compound

The Hawk LTS compound was engineered specifically around the braking demands of trucks and SUVs.

Heavier vehicles generate more heat during braking, particularly when carrying additional cargo, towing, traveling through mountainous terrain, or operating with larger-than-stock tires.

Hawk's LTS Ferro-Carbon compound is designed to provide increased braking performance and improved resistance to brake fade while maintaining characteristics appropriate for everyday street use.

This makes HB490Y.665 an excellent performance upgrade without moving to a competition-oriented brake compound.

Excellent for Modified Toyota Trucks & SUVs

Off-road modifications can add substantial weight to a vehicle.

Common upgrades such as:

• Steel bumpers

• Winches

• Skid plates

• Rock sliders

• Roof racks

• Larger wheels and tires

• Recovery equipment

• Camping and overland equipment

can increase the demands placed on the factory braking system.

The Hawk LTS compound is particularly well suited for vehicles carrying additional weight while still being driven regularly on the street.

Strong Initial Bite – Hot or Cold

A street-driven truck needs predictable braking without requiring the pads to reach racing temperatures.

Hawk LTS pads provide a strong and balanced initial bite whether the brakes are hot or cold, making them well suited for everyday street driving as well as more demanding truck and SUV applications.

Improved Fade Resistance

Repeated or prolonged braking can generate substantial heat, especially in a heavy SUV or truck.

The LTS compound provides greater resistance to brake fade, helping maintain more consistent braking performance during demanding driving situations such as:

• Mountain roads

• Towing

• Hauling

• Stop-and-go driving

• Larger tire applications

• Heavily equipped overland vehicles

Ferro-Carbon Friction Material

Hawk's LTS pads use a proprietary Ferro-Carbon friction compound engineered to balance stopping performance, heat resistance, pad life, and rotor wear.

This compound is designed specifically for street-driven trucks and SUVs rather than being adapted from a passenger-car or dedicated racing brake pad.

Low Dust & Long Service Life

Performance doesn't necessarily have to mean excessive brake dust or rapid rotor wear.

Hawk designed the LTS compound to provide:

• Low dust output

• Excellent pad life

• Excellent rotor life

• Consistent street performance

This makes LTS particularly attractive for daily-driven Toyota trucks and SUVs that also see weekend trail, towing, or overland use.

Operating Temperature Range

Hawk specifies an operating temperature range of approximately:

100°F – 700°F

The LTS compound is designed to provide predictable performance throughout the temperature range typically encountered by street-driven trucks and SUVs.

Complete Front Axle Set

HB490Y.665 is sold as a complete front axle brake pad set.

One set provides the brake pads necessary to service both front wheels on compatible applications.

You do not need to purchase two sets for one vehicle.

Product Specifications

Manufacturer: Hawk Performance
Product Line: LTS – Light Truck & SUV
Part Number: HB490Y.665
Product Type: Performance Disc Brake Pads
Position: Front
Compound: LTS
Friction Material: Ferro-Carbon
FMSI Shape: D976-7877
Pad Thickness: 0.665"
Operating Temperature Range: 100°F – 700°F
Dust Output: Low
Application: Truck / SUV / 4x4
Recommended Use: Street / Off-Road / Overland / Hauling / Moderate Towing
Sold As: Complete Front Axle Set

Important Rotor Compatibility

Hawk Performance brake pad compounds are designed for use with iron/metal brake rotors.

Hawk states that its brake pad compounds are not compatible with carbon-ceramic rotors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Hawk HB490Y.665 fit the Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Yes. HB490Y.665 is a front brake pad application for the 2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser.

Are these front or rear brake pads?
HB490Y.665 is a front brake pad set.

What does LTS mean?
LTS stands for Light Truck & SUV. Hawk developed this compound specifically for the increased braking demands of trucks, SUVs, and similar heavier vehicles.

Are Hawk LTS pads good for an FJ Cruiser or 4Runner with larger tires?
Yes. LTS pads are particularly well suited for trucks and SUVs with increased braking demands. Larger tires and additional aftermarket equipment can increase the amount of work required from the braking system.

Are these good for towing?
Yes. Hawk specifically positions the LTS compound for light trucks and SUVs, including vehicles used for moderate towing and hauling.

Are Hawk LTS pads suitable for daily driving?
Yes. LTS is a street-oriented truck and SUV compound designed to provide strong braking performance without requiring racing temperatures.

Do Hawk LTS pads create a lot of brake dust?
Hawk describes the LTS compound as having low dust output while providing improved braking performance and good pad and rotor life.

What is the operating temperature range?
Hawk lists the LTS compound at approximately 100°F to 700°F.

What is the FMSI pad shape?
HB490Y.665 uses the D976-7877 FMSI shape.

Is HB490Y.665 sold as a complete set?
Yes. One HB490Y.665 set contains the brake pads required for the complete front axle.

Can I use these with performance rotors?
Yes. Hawk LTS pads can be used with compatible iron/metal performance rotors. Always verify that the rotor is correct for your specific vehicle and brake configuration.