FERRARI 348 Bolt-in T45 roll cage MS UK Compliant

6 Point National Range

National Range (6 Point Roll Cage):

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.

The drawbacks would be that they are heavier than an FIA / MSUK certificated design (average 15 to 20 kgs) and don’t add as much bodyshell stiffness as there are fewer mounting points to the bodyshell.

These are manufactured from high-quality CDS (Cold Drawn Seamless) tube with a minimum tensile strength of 510 MPa (although T45 can be specified at extra cost).

• The 6 point National spec roll cage exceeds MSUK requirements
• Based on our full multipoint cage design to ensure quality of fit
• Weld-in for reduced weight and improved stiffness compared to a bolt-in cage
• All tube is high quality CDS (510 MPa) steel tube
• Hoop Lateral tube and Dash bar for improved side impact protection
• Driver and co-driver harness tubes
• A Pillar supports complete with gussets and Rear diagonal
• Crossed door bars complete with gussets
• Roof diagonal (or cross as an option)
• Kit includes all footplates
• Simpler to install than full multipoint cage
• Extra lengths of 40 x 2.0mm tube available in 1.5m to add tubes to the design

Historic

“A piece of motorsport history! Especially in historic racing.” This is the opening statement for your car build, and Custom Cages can help keep to this motto.

When it comes to historic racing, the design of safety equipment like roll cages is crucial for both safety and authenticity. FIA Appendix K sets strict guidelines that allow historic cars to maintain their original appearance and geometry, while ensuring that safety standards meet the necessary requirements.

The simplicity of historic cages compared to modern ones can be attributed to the fact that materials and engineering standards were different back in the day. The emphasis was more on protecting the driver from certain types of crashes rather than achieving the multipoint designs of today’s standards.

In historic motorsport, the goal is often to balance modern safety standards while still maintaining historical accuracy. Modern cages are more robust, but they don’t necessarily replicate the way cars were originally reinforced, which can affect the authenticity of the driving experience.

Weld-in cages are still acceptable under the current rules, which is a plus for many restorers and classic drivers, as they provide a strong, period-appropriate safety solution.

Bolt In

Key Features of the Bolt-in Roll Cage Kit:

• Quick Installation:
  • These 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.
• Strength and Lightness:
  • Using our FIA Certified Lap-Joints: These lap joints are a key feature, offering stronger and lighter performance compared to traditional fixings. Their design also makes them nearly invisible once the cage is painted.
• Footplate Design:
  • Traditional footplate boxes are not used due to their unacceptability in international events, replaced with underfloor doubler plates, which are more robust and secure.
• OEM Mounting Points:
  • Some of our bolt-in designs utilise OEM mounting points in the body shell. This method is not suitable for MSUK or FIA-sanctioned events — please contact the technical sales team for further details.
• Fixing Points:
  • Depending on the car’s category and model, there are up to 14 fixing points.
• High-Quality Fasteners:
  • The kit uses high tensile 12.9 grade fixings, which are strong, durable, and included with the kit.
• Coating Options:
  • The kit can be supplied either with a powder-coated finish for extra durability and aesthetics, or in plain steel, which can be customized by the installer.