RECARO Race Pro Racer SPG & SPG XL Seat

The RECARO Race Pro Racer SPG / SPG XL Seat represents a premium GT and touring car racing solution engineered to FIA 8855-1999 standards and developed specifically for use with HANS driver safety systems. This SPG variant features a glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) shell that delivers an ideal balance of strength, durability, and weight, providing exceptional support and protection under high-load racing conditions. Designed to fit like a glove, the Pro Racer offers precise driver containment and confidence-inspiring ergonomics, while the FIA-homologated flexible side mount allows easy adjustment to accommodate different driver physiques. Available in multiple sizes, including an SPG XL option for larger drivers, the Pro Racer SPG is a proven choice for competitive motorsport environments where safety, fit, and performance are paramount.

Peak Body Support for Unparalleled Racing Performance

• Motorsport pushes both driver and machine to their limits, subjecting them to extreme speeds, intense forces, vibration, impacts, and sustained high G loads. Achieving success requires complete confidence in the vehicle and every component within it. A race car is inherently uncompromising, loud, rigid, and built solely for competition. As the critical connection between driver and car, the seat transmits continuous, precise feedback from the chassis, tires, brakes, engine, and track surface. It must be engineered with such precision that the driver can concentrate entirely on control, performance, and winning, maintaining full focus at every moment on track.

Like a Second Protective Skin

• RECARO defines the ideal racing seat as one that fades from notice because it supports and envelops the driver like a second skin. Leveraging extensive expertise in human anatomy, especially spinal ergonomics, RECARO develops racing seats that deliver exceptional support while helping protect the driver’s back from the extreme forces generated in motorsport.

No Compromises

• At RECARO, driver protection extends far beyond perception. Safety is treated as an uncompromising priority. Since 1990, more than 14,200 RECARO racing seats have been subjected to intensive testing. From the earliest stages of development, RECARO collaborates closely with other safety equipment manufacturers to ensure its products consistently exceed regulatory standards, earning the trust of OEMs, professional teams, and racing drivers worldwide.

A Safe Seat is a Sure Win

• RECARO products comply with stringent FIA regulations in every respect. Select models, such as the P1300 GT LW with flexible side mounts, meet the demanding FIA 8862-2009 Advanced Racing Seat standard, certified for ten years of use and required in many premier championships including GT3, WRC, WRX, and ERC. RECARO shell seats have been tested under loads of up to 6.1 metric tons, confirming adherence to the highest safety and design standards while delivering optimal driver support.
• Motorsport involves inherent risk and places significant physical and mental strain on drivers. Absolute trust in equipment is essential, which is why top competitors across national and international racing series rely on RECARO racing shells. Exceptional safety standards, extensive testing procedures, advanced manufacturing methods, and more than 115 years of experience provide the highest possible margin of safety.

Your New Seat is as Individual as You

• RECARO understands that every driver is different and that proper fit is critical to performance. Just like racing apparel, a seat must match the driver’s physique precisely to eliminate distraction. RECARO racing seats are engineered to fit like a tailor-made suit, blending comfort, ergonomics, and craftsmanship developed through experience, passion, and technical expertise.
• RECARO’s modular system includes shells compatible with both fixed and flexible side mounts. The flexible configuration allows fore and aft adjustment to achieve an optimal driving position regardless of driver size. Both mounting options are ideal for endurance racing and events that require fast, efficient driver changes.

Every Inch Premium

• Each RECARO racing seat combines ultra-lightweight materials, highly flame-retardant upholstery, and meticulous hand craftsmanship. In motorsport, total confidence in equipment quality is vital, and for more than 50 years drivers have trusted RECARO’s expertise. Precision design, premium materials, and hand-built construction ensure every seat meets the highest performance expectations.
• RECARO designs are frequently imitated but never equaled. The brand utilizes three advanced lightweight materials: carbon fiber reinforced polymer, carbon aramid composites, and glass fiber reinforced plastic. These materials are joined using advanced bonding techniques and aerospace-grade manufacturing processes, including autoclave production for select models, to achieve maximum strength with minimal weight. Strict quality control measures, including precise heat treatment processes, ensure consistent and reliable performance.

Upholstery / Fabric Materials

• Velour: Velour is used as a durable, easy-care upholstery option on RECARO motorsport racing shells, delivering proven longevity and functionality in demanding competition environments.
  • Velour Black

Features

• Glass fiber reinforced polymer seat shell (GFRP)
• Highly flame-retardant Velour upholstery / fabric (velour black)
• Seat in XL version (35mm wider than the standard size)
• Lightweight
• Anatomical seat contour
• High seat cushion
• Features head protector
• Shock-absorbent foam
• Friction grip surface around the shoulders
• Includes flexible side mounts (fore-aft adjustment for preferred sitting positions)
• Includes fixed side mounts
• Optional aluminum side mounts
• Competition seat (FIA 8855-1999)
• Suitable for HANS systems
• FIA approval for 5 years
• Suitable for racing use with 4, 5, and 6-point belts
• For GT vehicles, sports cars, touring vehicles, and rally vehicles

Specifications

• Seat Series: Race
• Seat Model: Pro Racer SPG
• Seat Variants:
  • Pro Racer SPG
  • Pro Racer SPG XL
• Shell: Glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP)
• Upholstery / Fabric Material: Velour Black
• Seat Dimensions:
  • Pro Racer SPG:
    • Seat Height: 860mm
    • Angled Seat Height: 900mm
    • Height of Shoulder Support: 555mm
    • Height of Belt Slot: 110mm
    • Shell Outer Width at Shoulder: 575mm
    • Shell Outer Width at Seat Bottom: 455mm
    • Width Between Mounting Bolts: 400mm
    • Seat Width at Bottom: 320mm
    • Seat Depth: 820mm
    • Angled Seat Depth: 510mm
    • Center Belt Slot: 630mm
  • Pro Racer SPG XL:
    • Seat Height: 860mm
    • Angled Seat Height: 900mm
    • Height of Shoulder Support: 555mm
    • Height of Belt Slot: 110mm
    • Shell Outer Width at Shoulder: 610mm
    • Shell Outer Width at Seat Bottom: 490mm
    • Width Between Mounting Bolts: 435mm
    • Seat Width at Bottom: 355mm
    • Seat Depth: 820mm
    • Angled Seat Depth: 510mm
    • Center Belt Slot: 630mm
• Seat Weight:
  • Pro Racer SPG: Approx. 9kg
  • Pro Racer SPG XL: Approx. 10kg

Other Race Series Seats

• Pole Position N.G. (FIA)
• Pro Racer SPA / SPA XL
• Profi SPG / SPG XL

Notes

• Please contact us if interested in optional aluminum side mounts
• All seat dimensions ±10mm
• Mounts sold separately
• Some images are generic for marketing purposes, actual product may vary
• Images do not show XL version
• Sold as a single seat

About RECARO

Founded in 1906, RECARO is a global leader in premium automotive seating, recognized for its fusion of ergonomic science, craftsmanship, and motorsport-inspired engineering. With more than a century of innovation, the brand develops seats that act as a natural extension of the driver, intuitive, supportive, and precisely shaped for lasting comfort and control. Every product embodies RECARO’s dedication to quality, blending meticulous handwork with carefully selected materials to meet the highest standards. From daily-driven street cars to elite racing platforms, RECARO continues to set the benchmark for seating that enhances the driving experience through exceptional fit, feel, and refinement.