ROLL CAGE TYPES
What type of roll cage you need will depend upon the Motorsport discipline you want to use the car for. One size does not fit all! Our tips below will help you determine the correct cage, for you!
4 MAIN ROLL CAGE DESIGNS
There are four basic designs, however, refer to the model diagram for exact specification as it varies by model and ‘Tube by Tube section’ for a detailed explanation.
If in doubt contact one our experienced team members to confirm what cage you need.
4 MAIN ROLL CAGE DESIGNS
There are four basic designs, however, refer to the model diagram for exact specification as it varies by model and ‘Tube by Tube section’ for a detailed explanation.
If in doubt contact one our experienced team members to confirm what cage you need.
Historic
Generally, 6 point design with fewer body attachments, more sympathetic to the era and keeping the design period correct.
Multipoint
Higher specification includes cross doors bars, cross diagonals, tunnel brace, harness tubes, and triangulation tubes to front struts. Eligible for most events (non-historic) including international with FIA Certificates.
National MSUK Compliant
Our ‘National’ cages are fully MSUK compliant for both Race and Rally (and just about all other disciplines as well).
A simpler and more cost-effective safety cage than our FIA-certificated or Multipoint cages but with our second-to-none quality and fit.
Bolt In Roll Cages
Bolt in kits offer a convenient way to install a roll cage in a car, especially compared to weld-in kits. Installation is simplified as it mostly requires bolting, with welding needed only for the footplates.
Our ever growing range of Bolt In Roll Cages include MSUK minima design, FIA minima designs, FIA Certificated models and track day only version
What Cage is Best for You?
What type of roll cage you need will depend upon the Motorsport discipline you want to use the car for. One size does not fit all!
The FIA rules ensure a minimum safety standard but, importantly, the rules also govern the number of attachment points and degree of strengthening for different types of motorsport.
Bolt-in or Welded-in?
Bolt-in roll cages are easier to fit because you will not need to be a skilled welder, the tubes are powder-coated so do not require painting and the cage can be removed at a later date if you need to.
Professional teams will always fit weld-in roll cages in order to achieve the best possible bodyshell rigidity and safety protection.
A weld-in cage will always be lighter than the equivalent bolt-in design. The FIA and MSA regulations permit all roll cages to be welded in, however, the number and type of fixing points has to meet the regulations for your chosen class of competition.
For instance, a 10 point, fully-reinforced roll cage for a World Rally Championship rally car or a BTCC saloon would not comply with FIA rules for historic cars which are allowed fewer mounting points.
For some models, a bolt-in design is offered as an alternative to the normal weld-in cage.
Often this is more appropriate for historic vehicles where the owner may wish to be able to remove the roll cage.
What Cage is Best for You?
What type of roll cage you need will depend upon the Motorsport discipline you want to use the car for. One size does not fit all!
The FIA rules ensure a minimum safety standard but, importantly, the rules also govern the number of attachment points and degree of strengthening for different types of motorsport.
Bolt-in or Welded-in?
Bolt-in roll cages are easier to fit because you will not need to be a skilled welder, the tubes are powder-coated so do not require painting and the cage can be removed at a later date if you need to.
Professional teams will always fit weld-in roll cages in order to achieve the best possible bodyshell rigidity and safety protection.
A weld-in cage will always be lighter than the equivalent bolt-in design. The FIA and MSA regulations permit all roll cages to be welded in, however, the number and type of fixing points has to meet the regulations for your chosen class of competition.
For instance, a 10 point, fully-reinforced roll cage for a World Rally Championship rally car or a BTCC saloon would not comply with FIA rules for historic cars which are allowed fewer mounting points.
For some models, a bolt-in design is offered as an alternative to the normal weld-in cage.
Often this is more appropriate for historic vehicles where the owner may wish to be able to remove the roll cage.
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