{"product_id":"racequip-fia-containment-racing-seat-medium-1","title":"RaceQuip FIA 8855-1999 Full Containment Racing Seat | Medium (15\") | 96993399RQP","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRaceQuip FIA 8855-1999 Full Containment Racing Seat – Medium (15\") | 96993399RQP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left: 4px solid #333; padding: 10px 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; background: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Important before ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e This seat is rated Medium — 15-inch shell width. Measure your seated hip width and add 1–2 inches to select the correct size. Mounting brackets are NOT included — sold separately. FIA 8855-1999 certification carries a homologation service life — confirm the manufacture date label against your series’ seat age rules before purchasing. Confirm your sanctioning body accepts FIA 8855-1999 (vs. the newer FIA 8862-2009 standard) before ordering for competition use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRaceQuip 96993399RQP FIA 8855-1999 certified full containment composite racing seat in Medium (15-inch shell width). Full containment halo structure provides lateral head support in side impacts. Hand-laid FRP composite one-piece shell, energy-absorbing memory foam seat and back cushions, five harness belt guides for 4-, 5-, or 6-point harness sets, FHR\/HANS device compatible. Black mesh fabric with smooth covering in high-wear areas, shiny black gelcoat on exposed shell surfaces. Approximately 23 lbs seat weight. Ships fast across Canada and the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFull Containment — Halo Head Structure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining difference between this seat and RaceQuip’s standard FIA composite seat is the full containment halo structure. Halo protrusions at the top of the seat shell extend outward and wrap behind the head, providing lateral containment in a side impact event. In a standard seat without containment, the head and helmet can travel laterally beyond the seat shell boundary in a side impact — the halo structure limits this movement, keeping the head within the protected shell envelope. Full containment seats are required by some sanctioning bodies and strongly recommended for any circuit racing application where side impact risk is a consideration. This is the primary reason to choose this seat over the standard FIA composite at the price difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFIA 8855-1999 Certification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 96993399RQP is certified to FIA 8855-1999 with a physical FIA hologram affixed to the seat shell — verify the hologram is present and intact upon receipt. FIA 8855-1999 is accepted by many circuit racing organisations for competition use. Note that some series have adopted the newer FIA 8862-2009 standard as a minimum — confirm which standard your series and class require before purchasing. FIA-certified seats carry a homologation service life from the manufacture date stamped on the label. Check the label date and your series rules on maximum seat age before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSeat Sizing — Medium (15\")\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaceQuip racing seats are sized by shell width at the widest point of the hip area. The Medium shell is 15 inches wide. To select the correct size, measure your seated hip width and add approximately 1–2 inches. A seat that is too narrow causes pressure points; too wide reduces lateral support and harness effectiveness. Large and X-Large sizes are available on separate listings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFRP Composite Shell\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shell is a one-piece hand-laid FRP composite structure — strong, durable, and impact-resistant. One-piece construction eliminates bonded joints that are potential failure points under crash loads. Exposed shell surfaces are finished in shiny black gelcoat. Shell weight is approximately 23 lbs for the full containment version — heavier than the standard FIA seat due to the additional halo structure material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarness Compatibility — 5 Belt Guides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive integrated belt guide slots accommodate 4-point, 5-point, and 6-point harness sets. Compatible with all FHR\/HANS head and neck restraint devices. Harness sets sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCushioning and Upholstery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeat bottom and back cushions use energy-absorbing memory foam for comfort and impact energy management. Black mesh fabric upholstery for breathability, with smooth covering in high-wear contact zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMounting — Brackets Sold Separately\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour built-in 8mm side mount threaded inserts (two per side) for bracket attachment. \u003cstrong\u003eMounting brackets are not included\u003c\/strong\u003e — sold separately. Optional RaceQuip brackets support 0° upright to 30° layback mounting positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMounting brackets not included — sold separately. FIA 8855-1999 certified — confirm your series accepts this standard (vs. FIA 8862-2009). Check manufacture date label against series seat age rules. Medium shell = 15-inch width — measure before ordering. For closed-course motorsport use only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: RaceQuip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart Number: 96993399RQP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification: FIA 8855-1999\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Full containment racing seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShell Material: Hand-laid FRP composite (one-piece)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShell Size: Medium — 15-inch width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainment: Full containment halo head structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat Weight: Approximately 23 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCushioning: Energy-absorbing memory foam (seat and back)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpholstery: Black mesh fabric \/ smooth high-wear zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShell Finish: Black gelcoat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarness Guides: 5 (4-, 5-, or 6-point compatible)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFHR\/HANS Compatible: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: 4 × 8mm side mount threaded inserts (brackets sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting Angle: 0°–30° layback (with optional RaceQuip brackets)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso available: Large and X-Large on separate listings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Racequip","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51341476987047,"sku":"RQP96993399RQP","price":1231.93,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/8344\/1063\/files\/865dba019cd5f7b0fd18d65eed3072a3L.jpg?v=1789449062","url":"https:\/\/www.straightsiximports.com\/products\/racequip-fia-containment-racing-seat-medium-1","provider":"Straight Six Imports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}