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OMP WRC-R Fibreglass XL FIA Motorsport Seat

£618.00 Incl. VAT

FIA 8855-1999-homologated seat sized for a 36in to 40in or 40in to 42in waist and drivers over 6ft and under 6ft. The showroom team sit in these seats every day, so call with your height and waist for the honest fit answer.

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The OMP WRC-R XL is the wide shell version of the WRC-R, homologated to FIA 8855-1999. Part number OMPHA0-0778-B01-071.

50mm taller and wider

That is the difference from the standard WRC-R. The XL is the seat for drivers with a 36 to 42 inch waist who need a larger shell without switching to a different model. It covers both under and over 6ft in the height attribute, unlike the standard which is under 6ft only.

50mm does not sound like much until you are sitting in it. On a competition shell that is the difference between bolsters that hold you and bolsters that dig in over a long stint, and it is the usual reason someone comes back to change a seat they have already bought.

Construction

Fibreglass shell, gel coated perforated black finish, Airtex trim. High profile side bolsters. No built in head restraint. Removable split leg cushion. Adjustable lumbar. Five harness slots for 4, 5 and 6 point harnesses. HANS compatible. Side mounted at standard 290mm competition spacing.

A note on the label

The listing notes that 2022 dated products are what is currently available. This refers to the production certification date on the seat label. Some championships specify a label date requirement on FIA 8855-1999 seats, so check this against your series rules before you order.

If you need an integrated head restraint rather than the open top design, look at the HTE-R.

What else you need

Seat only, no brackets. Tell us the car, the seat position and your waist and height. We will confirm the fit and the side mounts required.

Additional information

Weight 11.1 kg
Dimensions 80 × 60 × 120 cm
Brand

Approval

Brackets included

Construction

Driver Height

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Driver Waist Size

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Fixing Type

Harness compatibility

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Mechanism Type

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Product Colour

Trim Material

HANS Compatibility

OMP seat size guide

OMP publish a full dimension table for every shell, which makes them the easiest brand to size from a measurement. Most models are one size, with XL versions on the HTE-R, WRC-R, HRC-R and TRS-E.

How OMP size their seats

OMP quote external width at the shoulders, external width at the base, overall height and, the useful one, the inner width at the belt holes. Compare that inner width with your seated hip measurement: you want 20 to 40 mm of room, no more. The XL shells add 20 to 45 mm of inner width and 30 to 60 mm of height.

The HTE-R is the mid-size shell at 390 mm inside; the HTE-R XL and WRC-R XL go to 415 mm; the TRS-E XS is the slim one at 330 mm. Carbon versions of the same model are a little narrower than the fibreglass ones, which is worth knowing if you are at the edge.

OMP dimensions

From OMP’s race seat size guide. All figures in mm; weight is the complete seat, plus or minus 10 percent.

Model Shoulder width Base width Height Inner width Weight
Fibreglass
HTE-R 560 515 880 390 9.4 kg
HTE-R 400 560 515 880 390 10.2 kg
HTE-R XL 580 530 920 415 10.5 kg
HRC-R Fibreglass Air 620 470 900 365 9.5 kg
HRC-R Fibreglass Air XL 610 490 980 400 10.3 kg
WRC-R 620 510 890 390 8.8 kg
WRC-R XL 665 520 920 415 10.7 kg
ARS-R 590 500 910 370 8.9 kg
RS-P.T.2 565 510 880 395 10.4 kg
Champ R 590 520 890 360 8.8 kg
First-R 620 510 890 390 8.9 kg
Carbon
HTE-R Carbon 545 465 880 370 6.6 kg
HTE-R Carbon XL 560 485 890 390 6.8 kg
HRC-R Carbon 615 460 890 365 5.8 kg
HRC-R Carbon Air 615 460 890 365 6.2 kg
HRC-ONE 615 455 900 365 9.2 kg
WRC-R Carbon 590 495 890 365 5.6 kg
ARS-R Carbon 585 480 890 360 5.8 kg
Tubular steel
TRS-E, TRS-E Plus, TRS-E Sky 585 510 890 390 10.3 to 10.8 kg
TRS-E XS 520 420 870 330 10.2 kg
TRS-E XL 625 540 950 415 12.3 kg

Which OMP fits you

Model Waist band Driver height Shell Approval
Competition, FIA
HTE R Standard 32 to 36 / Excel 36 to 38 All heights Fibreglass or carbon FIA 8855-1999
HTE R 400 32 to 36 All heights Fibreglass FIA 8855-1999
HTE EVO, HTE EVO VTR, HTC EVO VTR 36 to 38 All heights Fibreglass FIA 8855-1999 / 8855-2021 (VTR)
HGT / HGT Evo 36 to 38 All heights Carbon / fibreglass FIA 8855-1999 / 8855-2021
HRC R, HRC R Air 32 to 36 carbon, 36 to 38 fibreglass All heights Carbon or fibreglass FIA 8855-1999
HRC One 36 to 38 All heights Carbon FIA 8862-2009
WRC R 32 to 36 Under 6 ft Fibreglass FIA 8855-1999
WRC R XL 36 to 42 Under and over 6 ft Fibreglass FIA 8855-1999
ARS, ARS R 36 to 38 All heights Fibreglass FIA 8855-1999
RS PT 2, Champ R 32 to 36 Under 6 ft Fibreglass FIA 8855-1999
First R 32 to 38 Under 6 ft Fibreglass FIA 8855-1999
RT 32 to 36 All heights Fibreglass or carbon FIA 8855-1999
TRS E Sky 28 to 36 Under 6 ft Tubular steel FIA 8855-1999
Road and track
HTE EVO Off 32 to 36 All heights Fibreglass Road and track
Classic
1970s Revival, Brands Hatch, Silverstone All sizes All heights Steel frame Road and track
The WRC-R XL is the big oneAt 665 mm across the shoulders and 415 mm inside it is the widest OMP we list, and the only one we band to a 42 inch waist.

Every OMP shell in the table fixes through the side with four M8 8.8 bolts as a minimum. The TRS-E also takes bottom fixing.

Measure yourself first

Four numbers decide whether a seat fits. Take them in the clothes you drive in, and write them down before you compare models.

AWaistAround your natural waist, not your trouser size. Trouser sizes usually run an inch or two under the real figure, and the waist bands on our product pages use the real one.
BSeated hip widthSit on a hard chair with your feet flat and measure straight across the widest point of your hips with a rule or a straight edge, not a tape that follows the curve. This is the number that decides whether a fixed shell is tight.
CShouldersStraight across the back at the widest point. Fixed back seats hold you here, so a shell that is narrow at the shoulders is uncomfortable long before it is unsafe.
DHeight and torsoYour height, and if you are over 6 ft whether that is mostly leg or mostly body. A long body needs a taller shell with the head support set higher.

Before you order

  • Check the car, not only the driver. Transmission tunnels, door cards and B pillars are what stop a wide shell going in. Our seat mounting and fixing points guide covers what to measure.
  • Side mount and base mount shells are not interchangeable. Which one you need depends on the car and the subframe, so pick the brackets at the same time as the seat.
  • If you run a HANS or plan to, filter on HANS friendly. The shoulder openings are cut to clear the collar.
  • FIA seats carry an expiry date on the homologation label. Check what your championship accepts and how long the seat has left, particularly on discounted older stock.
Send us your measurementsWaist, seated hip width, height and the car. We have fitted a lot of OMP seats and will tell you honestly if the one you have picked is going to be tight. Call 0115 989 3488 or email Sales@GSMPerformance.co.uk.

Waist bands and heights are our product data, checked 6 September 2026. Dimensions and weights are from OMP’s race seat size guide.

Have you written anything about this exact product?
Yes, we have covered this exact product: VW Golf With OMP WRC-R Seats And TRS Belts, and Which Is Right For You? OMP WRC-R vs WRC-R XL. That is first-hand coverage from our own builds and showroom, not brochure copy.

Will I fit in this seat?
The maker sizes this seat for drivers over 6ft and under 6ft in height with a 36in to 40in or 40in to 42in waist. Those are the paper numbers; how a seat actually feels to sit in and climb out of is a different question, and our showroom team sit in these seats every day, so call us with your height and waist and we will give you the honest answer.

Is it FIA approved, and for how long?
Yes, it carries FIA 8855-1999 homologation. Every FIA seat has a not-valid-after year printed on its homologation label, and that label date is what a scrutineer checks, so look at the label on the seat you receive and check it against your championship regulations. Buying new means you get the freshest label the maker currently produces.

What do I need to fit it to my car?
This is a side-mount seat: it hangs between side brackets, the motorsport-style stack with fine height and angle control. You will need the car-specific frame, and a sliding runner if you want fore-and-aft adjustment. Our guide on base mount versus side mount walks through the whole stack, and tell us your car and we will quote the full kit.

Does it work with harnesses and a HANS device?
The shell takes 4 point compatible and 6 point compatible. If you are planning the full seat, harness, and HANS setup, tell us the car and we will spec it end to end.

How do I know it will feel right, not just fit on paper?
Fair question, because makers publish widths and weights, never feel, and two seats with identical numbers can feel nothing alike in the car. We keep the ranges on display in the Nottingham showroom, you are welcome to come and sit in them, and if you cannot get to us, call and describe your build, as the team sit in these seats every day. Our head support measurements guide shows the kind of real-world data we collect.

Availability

OMP deliveries arrive every two weeks

OMP produce in batches and we receive their products on a fortnightly basis, so their most popular seats, harnesses and equipment are generally available for quick dispatch.

Reclining sport seats and less common trims are brought in to order, so those take longer.

If you have a date

Tell us when you order and we will confirm the current lead time before you commit, rather than leaving you to find out afterwards.

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We have a premium range of over 125 seats from brands including: Bimarco, Cobra, Corbeau, Sparco, OMP, Recaro, GP-Race, and Bride to name just a few brands we work with.  

Alongside this, we also stock and display HANS devices, harnesses, race-wear, race-suits, FIA helmets and various other safety equipment. If you are looking to visit us to see and try any particular seat or product, please contact us in advance and we’ll be happy to help.

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Addtional lead time notes:

Quick dispatch: Stocked products are dispatched within 24-48 hours with Parcel Force.
Sparco roll cages: We can only deliver these to a registered (LTD) company address.
In-store collection: Please contact us in advance to book an in-store collection appointment.

Guides and advice

GuideVW Golf With OMP WRC-R Seats And TRS Belts
GuideWhich Is Right For You? OMP WRC-R vs WRC-R XL
GuideBase Mount Or Side Mount? The Bucket Seat Fitting Stack Explained
GuideHow Deep Are Bucket Seat Head Supports? Cameron Measured Every Shell In The Showroom

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