Which Is Right For You? Sabelt Titan VS Titan XL
Your questions, November 2022
We have the Sabelt Titan and the Titan XL side by side on the showroom floor. They share the same design, and the difference is size: the XL is wider at the base and the shoulders, for a larger driver.
Both also have tall backs, which makes them a seat for longer torsos. Here is how to tell which size is yours.
- Both on display in the showroom to try
- Both FIA 8855-1999, gel coated fibreglass shell
- Titan: 32 to 36 inch waist, about 9.5 kg
- Titan XL: 36 to 40 inch waist, about 9.9 kg
- Five harness slots, HANS compatible, removable cushions
- Side mounting at 290 mm spacing; tall backs suit taller drivers
What is on this page
The Sabelt Titan
The Sabelt GT-140 Titan is an FIA 8855-1999 bucket seat made in Italy, and it is one of the more affordable FIA seats in the Sabelt range. The shell is gel coated fibreglass with the same high sides as the carbon version, which gives strong support from side to side.
It has five harness slots, so a 4, 5 or 6 point belt can be used, and it is HANS compatible. The cushions lift out for cleaning, and the seat fixes through its sides at 290 mm spacing.
Titan or Titan XL?
The standard Titan suits a 32 to 36 inch waist and weighs about 9.5 kg. The Titan XL is wider at the base and at the shoulders, suits a 36 to 40 inch waist and weighs about 9.9 kg.
A seat that is too wide lets you move about, and one that is too narrow is uncomfortable within minutes. Buy the size you are, not the size you would like to be.
A seat for taller drivers
Both Titans have high backs, so they suit drivers with a long torso. A shorter driver can end up with the shoulders sitting below the shoulder supports, and then the seat cannot hold them properly from side to side.
Garreth’s advice is to send us your height and waist before choosing, and we will tell you whether the Titan fits or whether another Sabelt suits you better. Our guide to bucket seats for tall drivers covers more options, and base mount or side mount explains the fitting.
The trim
A red line runs down the middle of each Titan, over 3D spacer fabric padding for the back. The rest of the seat is velour, with tougher, grippier material at the shoulders to hold you in place and to stand up to wear where the seat is touched most. The removable centre cushions can also be upgraded to diamond stitched suede.
Common questions
What is the difference between the Sabelt Titan and Titan XL?
The XL is wider at the base and shoulders, for a 36 to 40 inch waist. The standard Titan suits 32 to 36.
Is the Sabelt Titan FIA approved?
Yes. Both sizes are approved to FIA 8855-1999.
Is the Sabelt Titan good for tall drivers?
Yes. Both sizes have high backs that suit drivers with a long torso.
How does the Sabelt Titan mount?
Through its sides, at 290 mm spacing.
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