Motamec Racing GP3 FIA Approved GRP Seat GRP

Motamec GP-3 FIA Racing Seat – Head Protection Motorsport Seat

The Motamec GP-3 FIA Racing Seat is a premium FIA-approved motorsport seat designed for drivers requiring enhanced head protection, strong lateral support and long-session comfort in competitive race and rally environments.

Manufactured from durable GRP fibreglass, the GP-3 features an advanced wrap-around head restraint design combined with deep side bolsters and ergonomic support cushioning to maximise driver protection and stability during high-load motorsport conditions.

Built to FIA 8855-1999 standards and fully HANS® compatible, the GP-3 sits at the top of the Motamec racing seat range for safety-focused race and rally builds.

FIA 8855-1999 Approved Motorsport Seat

The Motamec GP-3 seat is homologated to FIA 8855-1999 regulations, making it suitable for many Motorsport UK and international FIA-regulated motorsport disciplines.

The fixed-back shell design improves:

• Driver stability under braking
• Lateral support during cornering
• Impact protection
• Overall cockpit safety

Suitable applications include:

• Rally cars
• Circuit race cars
• Drift builds
• Sprint and hillclimb vehicles
• Endurance race cars
• Professional and clubman motorsport builds

Advanced Head & Neck Protection Design

The GP-3 incorporates a wrap-around head protection system engineered to provide increased driver containment and upper-body support during aggressive motorsport conditions.

Features include:

• Integrated head restraint wings
• Deep shoulder containment
• High-profile side bolsters
• Enhanced kidney protection
• Competition-focused shell design

This makes the seat particularly suitable for rallying, circuit racing and high-speed motorsport applications where driver movement reduction is critical.

Comfort Designed for Competitive Motorsport

Unlike many high-containment seats, the GP-3 has been designed to balance safety with long-session comfort.

The seat includes:

• Adjustable backrest cushions
• Split leg support cushions
• Kidney support cushions
• Ergonomic seating position
• High-grip upholstery fabric

The specialist fabric also helps improve body retention and reduce driver movement during hard cornering and heavy braking.

HANS® & FIA Harness Compatible

The GP-3 includes 5 upholstered harness slots for compatibility with modern motorsport safety systems.

Suitable for use with:

• 4-point harnesses
• 5-point harnesses
• 6-point FIA harnesses
• HANS® and FHR systems

Threaded mounting holes allow secure side-mount installation.

Side mounts sold separately.

Durable GRP Fibreglass Motorsport Construction

Manufactured from strong GRP fibreglass, the GP-3 delivers excellent shell rigidity and durability for demanding motorsport environments.

At approximately 11.14kg without mounts, the seat offers:

• Strong structural performance
• Enhanced impact support
• High durability for repeated competition use
• Professional motorsport fitment

The black shell finish and fibre upholstery complete the professional race-ready appearance.

FIA Hologram Certified Motorsport Safety

All Motamec FIA seats carry the official FIA hologram certification stamp, mandatory for all newly manufactured FIA-approved seats.

Manufactured within the European Union, the GP-3 is built to meet modern Motorsport UK and FIA safety standards.

Key Benefits

• FIA 8855-1999 approved racing seat
  
• Advanced wrap-around head protection design
• GRP fibreglass shell construction
• Deep side and kidney support bolsters
• HANS® compatible design
• Compatible with 4/5/6-point harnesses
• Adjustable backrest and leg cushions
• High-grip motorsport upholstery
• Ideal for rally, race and endurance applications

Who Is This Racing Seat For?

The Motamec GP-3 seat is ideal for:

• Rally competitors
• Circuit race drivers
• Endurance race builds
• Motorsport UK competitors
• Drivers requiring increased head protection
• Professional and clubman race car projects
• High-performance track and drift builds

It offers an excellent balance of FIA-approved safety, driver containment and long-session comfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motamec GP-3 FIA approved?

Yes. The seat is homologated to FIA 8855-1999 standards for motorsport competition use.

Is this seat compatible with HANS® devices?

Yes. This seat is compatible with modern FHR devices and can be paired with our range of FIA approved motorsport harnesses, FIA approved motorsport helmets and our range of FIA approved custom racewear for a complete setup.

What is the benefit of wrap-around head protection?

Wrap-around head restraint systems help reduce driver movement and improve upper-body containment during impacts and aggressive cornering.

What harnesses can be used with this seat?

The seat is compatible with:

• 4-point harnesses
• 5-point harnesses
• 6-point FIA harnesses

Are seat mounts included?

No. Seat side mounts shown in images are sold separately.

What motorsport applications is this seat suitable for?

The GP-3 is suitable for:

• Rally
• Circuit racing
• Endurance racing
• Sprint and hillclimb
• Drift
• Track day competition builds