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Choosing the Correct hans Device
 
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Choosing and Fitting Your HANS Device
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It's easy to find the right HANS Device for you.

SEATBACK ANGLE
For comfort the HANS should match the angle of your seatback.

  • MODEL 10 - EXTREME UPRIGHT SEAT
    Fits many Sprint cars. Fits many people weighing under 75 lbs. in an upright seat.
    If you sit very upright and cannot get comfortable with a Model 20 try this Model.
  • MODEL 20 - UPRIGHT SEAT
    Fits all sedans including NASCAR, Busch, Sprint, Midget, Quarter Midget, Drag, Modified, Bandalero and similar. All sportscars including Porsche, BMW, Corvette, Honda, Viper etc. All Panoz Racing Series cars. Marine applications including UIM and Drag Boats.
  • NOTE: Drivers over 200 lbs. may find a Model 30 more comfortable in vehicles listed above.
    In all cases driver comfort is the deciding factor.
  • MODEL 30 - SEMI RECLINED SEAT
    Fits Formula Mazda, Atlantic, Infiniti Pro, Barber Dodge, IRL, C/D Sports Racer, Formula 1 and similar.
  • MODEL 40 - RECLINED SEAT
    The Model 40 is a rare application and fits extremely reclined seats such as Vintage Formula Ford. Many people who buy a Model 40 return it for a Model 30. Please measure your seat (use an angle meter available at DIY-type stores) before ordering.


HELMET ANCHOR INSTALLATION
The HANS Device attaches to your helmet via two metal anchors. 90% of our customers install their own anchors - all you need is a 1/4 inch drill and measuring tape. Devices come with instructions plus a special installation tool. If you prefer we will install the anchors for you as an extra cost option. Please select this service in Parts and Accessories to let us know you prefer this.

DIFFERENT SERIES
Some models are available in different series. The only difference is weight - all HANS Devices offer the same class-leading protection. The Professional Series weighs about 1 pound and the Sport Series weighs about 2.25 pounds. Weights vary due to size and accesssories.

hans® Device Sizing Chart
  • Use this chart to determine which HANS Device best fits you
  • Due to differences in torso and muscle shapes it is difficult to predict exact fitments for specific neck sizes
  • You may find that several HANS Devices fit your body - choose the most comfortable one
  • All HANS Devices work exactly the same no matter which size you choose
  • The Latest From hans®

    New Sliding Tethers with Quick Click Quick Release - Hans has released the new Sliding Tethers with Quick Release.   Called the Vision Advantage Plus, these Quick Click Sliding Tethers are truly the best of both worlds.

    New Sport Series - The Professional and Extra models are made of hand layed-up carbonfibre and are hollow to reduce weight.   The Sport model uses a new process which involves injection molding the solid carbon fiber frame.   Rigorous testing has shown no reduction in strength, however the weight of the Sport Model is just under two pounds.   The Professional and Extra Models weight just over a pound and about 1.5 pound respectively.

    hans® Devices have been available in 3 styles, thought the Extra Series has been discontinued.

    The Professional Series features High Modulous Carbon Fiber for high strength and low weight.

    The Sport Series features injection molded construction.   The level of protection for the Sport Series is the same as the Professional Series.   The major difference is that the Professional Series is approximately 1.4 pounds lighter than the same size version in the Sport Series.  

    The Sport Series is now available in 30 as well as 20 angle since the Extra Series has been discontinued.

    The Professional Series are availabe in these Models:

    The Extra Series has been discontinued and is no longer being produced.   Stock is limited to what is on hand at hans.

    The Extra Series are available in these Models:

    The Sport Series
    The Professional Series  10   20   30   40
    The Extra Series  10  20   30
    The Sport Series  20   30
    Please call for the Professional Series 10, the Sport Series 30 and all Extra Series hans Devices.  
    Please select from the above links to choose the hans® Device for your needs.
    Please Click Here for a hans® Device sizing chart.
    Safety Update

    The lastest Testimonial is from World Rally Champions Sebastian Loeb.   Please Click Here to download the pdf file of his testimonial.

    Direct links to the crash videos are on the hans section of YouTube, please click here for the videos.   You may want to don your protective gear for these videos.   (Just kidding.)

    Sanctioning Bodies on the hans® Device

    RallyAmerica - RallyAmerica has mandated sfi 38.1 licensed devices for all drivers and co-drivers, in all RallyAmerica events  effective 1/1/08. Per eMail from Mike Hurst, Technical Director - 3/15/07

    NASA - sfi Spec 38.1 Head and Neck Restraint System Recommended for 2007.  

    NHRA - Head And Neck Restraint System (11/14/06) Effective Jan.1,2007,NHRA will require all competitors in Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, Top Alcohol Dragster, and Top Alcohol Funny Car to utilize an sfi Spec 38.1 head and neck restraint system.  Certain classes in Comp(A/D, A/DA, B/D, B/DA, H/D, A/ED, AA/AM, AA/AT, BB/AT, CC/AT, A/AP,A/A, A/AA, B/AA, A/PM,and AA/PM)and any alternative sanctioning organization vehicles that run 200.00 mph or faster must also have a head and neck restraint system meeting sfi Spec 38.1 for the 2007 season.

    IHRA - 2007 IHRA COMPETITION AND PROCEDURAL UPDATES All Professional Classes and Jet Exhibition Vehicles - HEAD AND NECK RESTRAINT: sfi 38.1 mandatory. USAC - Effective Jan. 1, 2007, HNRs to sfi 38.1 for all drivers, all regions, all divisions.