RRS Futura 3 FIA Racing Seat – Lightweight, High-Performance

RRS Futura 3 FIA Racing Seat – Lightweight Motorsport Bucket Seat

The RRS Futura 3 FIA Racing Seat is a lightweight fixed-back motorsport seat designed for rally, circuit racing and competitive track use where driver support, reduced weight and FIA-approved safety are essential.

Developed as the evolution of the popular Futura 2, the Futura 3 combines strong shell rigidity, improved support and lightweight construction to deliver excellent performance at exceptional value.

Weighing just 7.8kg, this FIA 8855-1999 approved racing seat features non-slip support fabric, removable cushions and a compact competition-focused fit ideal for drivers and co-drivers in demanding motorsport environments.

Designed for Motorsport UK competition use across rally, race and sprint applications.

FIA 8855-1999 Approved Motorsport Seat

The RRS Futura 3 is homologated to FIA 8855-1999 standards, making it suitable for many Motorsport UK and FIA-regulated motorsport disciplines.

The fixed-back shell design helps improve:

• Driver stability under braking
• Lateral support during cornering
• Driver confidence and control
• Overall cockpit safety

Suitable applications include:

• Rally cars
• Saloon race cars
• Sprint and hillclimb vehicles
• Track day cars
• Drift builds

Lightweight Racing Seat at Just 7.8kg

Reducing vehicle weight is critical in competitive motorsport, and the RRS Futura 3 has been engineered to deliver strong shell rigidity while remaining lightweight.

At only 7.8kg verified weight, the seat helps:

• Reduce overall vehicle mass
• Improve handling response
• Lower unnecessary cockpit weight
• Maintain FIA-approved safety standards

The black waxed rear shell also delivers a clean professional motorsport appearance.

Enhanced Driver Support & Comfort

The Futura 3 uses strategically placed non-slip fabric in key support areas to help maintain driver positioning during aggressive driving conditions.

Features include:

• Non-slip shoulder and seat support panels
• Removable back cushion
• Removable base cushion
• Removable leg cushions
• Ergonomic driving position

This makes the seat particularly well suited to longer rally stages, circuit races and endurance-style motorsport use.

Designed for Harness & HANS® Compatibility

The seat includes 5 harness slots for compatibility with modern motorsport restraint systems.

Suitable for use with:

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

Side-mounted installation provides secure motorsport fitment, with 4x BTR bolts included.

Mountings sold separately.

Key Benefits

• FIA 8855-1999 approved racing seat
• Lightweight 7.8kg construction
• Fixed-back motorsport shell design
• Non-slip support fabric for improved driver stability
• Removable back, base and leg cushions
• 5 harness slots for FIA harness compatibility
• HANS® compatible design
• Side-mounted competition fitment
• Black waxed rear shell finish
• Ideal for rally, race and track applications

Who Is This Racing Seat For?

The RRS Futura 3 FIA seat is ideal for:

• Rally competitors
• Circuit race drivers
• Sprint and hillclimb builds
• Motorsport UK competitors
• Lightweight race car projects
• Drivers and co-drivers under 1.80m and 75kg
• Track-focused vehicle builds

It offers an excellent balance of low weight, FIA-approved safety and driver support for competitive motorsport use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the RRS Futura 3 FIA approved?

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

How much does the RRS Futura 3 weigh?

The verified seat weight is 7.8kg.

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 type of motorsport is this seat suitable for?

The Futura 3 is suitable for:

• Rally
• Circuit racing
• Sprint and hillclimb
• Drift
• Track day use
• Club-level motorsport

Are seat mounts included?

No. Side mounts are sold separately.

Are the seat cushions removable?

Yes. The back, base and leg cushions are removable to help tailor driver comfort and positioning.

What size driver is this seat best suited for?

The seat is ideally suited to drivers or co-drivers under 1.80m tall and approximately 75kg.