Aluminum Seat 16in Drag / Pro Street

The Aluminum Seat 16in Drag / Pro Street by KIRKEY (model 55160) is purpose-built for serious drag racing, pro street, and high-performance vehicle builders who demand lightweight construction without compromising safety or driver comfort. This competition-grade seat is engineered for race cars, street rods, and modified vehicles where every pound counts and driver positioning is critical. The 16-inch width and 18-degree layback design optimize driver positioning in tight cockpits while maintaining the lateral support needed during hard acceleration, cornering, and sustained g-forces typical of drag strip and road course environments.

Constructed from lightweight aluminum alloy, this KIRKEY 55 Series frame weighs just 11.7 pounds—a significant advantage when building a weight-optimized race vehicle or street rod. The aluminum construction resists corrosion and handles the vibration loads common in high-RPM racing applications far better than conventional steel or foam designs. The 18-degree layback angle is engineered to position drivers ergonomically while reducing upper-body fatigue during extended competition runs, and the seat's 17.5 x 17 x 39.75-inch profile fits within confined cockpit spaces typical of tube-frame drag cars and custom fabrication projects. The seat requires a separate snap cover (not included), allowing buyers to customize upholstery material and color to match their specific vehicle build.

This seat is ideal for drag racers, street rod enthusiasts, and performance mechanics building lightweight competition vehicles or high-horsepower street machines where driver retention and minimal weight are non-negotiable. Installation requires custom mounting fabrication—most builders weld or bolt the aluminum frame directly to roll cage tubes or custom seat bases using the existing mounting points. The natural aluminum finish resists heat and chemical exposure, making it reliable in engine bays and race environments where temperatures and fluids would degrade standard seat materials. Compatible with virtually any custom vehicle frame, tube chassis, or fabricated cockpit where standard automotive seats are too heavy or won't fit the available space.