SPARCO Pro ADV QRT Competition Racing Seat (Black) Fiberglass- 008017RNR

Fitment Information

• Universal - Requires vehicle specific seat brackets

Specs and Features

• Part Number: 008017RNR
• Homologation: FIA 8855-1999
• Shell Material: QRT Ultralight Fiberglass Composite
• Shell Weight: 9.3 kg (approximately 20.5 lbs)
• QRT Technology: Up to 30 percent weight reduction versus traditionally manufactured fiberglass seats
• Seat Type: Fixed back competition bucket, front position
• Mounting Type: Side mount (600 Series base compatible)
• Driver Size: Medium to Large, up to 35-inch waist
• Head and Shoulder Protection: Integrated halo-style head restraint with redesigned geometry for smaller cockpits
• Lateral Support: Deep side bolsters with impact-absorbing construction
• Upholstery: Fire-retardant fabric in black
• Non-Slip Fabric: Applied to shoulder and lower cushion areas to minimize driver movement under load
• Cushions: One-piece base and back cushion, removable and replaceable
• HANS Compatible: Yes
• Harness Openings: Shoulder harness openings included
• Replaces: Sparco 008093FNR Pro ADV
• Sold: Individually (one seat per order)
• Mounting hardware not included

The Pro-ADV competition seat is the result of a collaborative partnership between Sparco and FIA. The goal was to identify ways to improve safety. The results are new levels in ergonomics, materials and above all safety, are all found in the Pro-ADV seat. Increased rigidity and the use of impact-absorbing materials are the major advances found in the Pro-ADV.

The new PRO ADV QRT is an upgraded evolution of the original PRO ADV. The new PRO ADV QRT features a new head restraint redesign that allows better fitment with vehicles with smaller cockpits. The PRO ADV QRT will fit a medium/large size driver (up to 35 inch waist). The Pro ADV QRT is made with all-new QRT Technology which results in an ultra-light shell. The Pro-ADV QRT is FIA-approved.

Sparco Pro ADV QRT Competition Racing Seat

The Sparco Pro ADV QRT is one of the most widely used FIA-approved competition seats in club and professional racing, and for good reason. It was developed through a direct collaboration between Sparco and the FIA with the specific goal of improving driver protection, and the result is a seat that takes head containment, lateral support, and impact absorption seriously without piling on weight.

What separates this seat from older fiberglass competition seats is the QRT shell. QRT (Quick Resin Technology) is a patented manufacturing process developed at Sparco's OEM Composite Laboratory in Italy using methods adapted from aerospace production. The result is a fiberglass composite shell that weighs up to 30 percent less than traditionally built fiberglass seats while maintaining the rigidity required for FIA homologation. For reference, the seat comes in at 9.3 kg total, which puts it very close to carbon fiber seat territory at a significantly lower price point.

The head restraint geometry on the QRT was also updated from the original Pro ADV. The revised halo shape fits better in vehicles with tighter cockpits, which matters in production-based and smaller tube-frame cars where older head restraint designs used to conflict with the roof structure or roll cage.

A few things buyers commonly ask about this seat before purchasing:

• Is it FIA approved? Yes. FIA 8855-1999 homologated.
• Is it sold as a pair? No. Price is for one seat.
• Does it come with mounting brackets? No. This is a side-mount seat and requires vehicle-specific side brackets and a compatible seat base. Mounting hardware is sold separately.
• What size driver does it fit? Medium to large, up to approximately a 35-inch waist.
• Is it HANS compatible? Yes.
• Can it be used on the street? This is a competition seat designed for track and race use. It is not designed or certified for use with standard OEM 3-point belts on public roads.
• What does it replace? This is the updated replacement for the Sparco 008093FNR Pro ADV.

Installation and Use Requirements

• This is a side-mount racing seat. It requires vehicle-specific side brackets and a compatible seat base for installation. Mounting hardware is not included and must be purchased separately based on your specific vehicle and roll cage configuration.
• Compatible with Sparco 600 Series seat bases. Confirm your vehicle application before ordering mounts.
• This seat is designed for use with multi-point competition harnesses (5-point or 6-point). It is not designed for use with standard OEM 3-point seatbelts.
• HANS device compatible. If competing in series that require a head and neck restraint device, confirm HANS anchor placement with the seat before finalizing your setup.
• Shoulder harness openings are present for routing competition harness straps.
• For competition use, always verify that this seat meets the homologation requirements of your specific sanctioning body before race day.
• This seat is rated for indoor (vehicle) competition use. Do not expose to prolonged moisture or UV without appropriate protection when stored outside the vehicle.
• Cushions are removable and replaceable. Replacement cushions are available separately from Sparco.
• Sold individually. One seat per order. Order two for a full driver and passanger side build.