The OMP Proban race suit, single layer flame resistant Proban. Part number IA0-1901-A01-071.
What it is approved to, and what that rules out
SFI 3.2A/1. That is an American standard and it is not FIA 8856-2018, so if your event requires an FIA homologated suit, and most licensed circuit competition in this country does, this will not satisfy a scrutineer.
Worth knowing even within SFI: 3.2A/1 is the entry rating and 3.2A/5 is a considerably higher one. Check which your event actually asks for rather than assuming any SFI number will do.
Tell us the series you are running and we will point you at the right thing. We would rather do that than have you turned away at signing on.
Where it does belong
Pit lane and crew work, track days, and events that do not require FIA homologation. Proban is a flame retardant treatment applied to cotton, so it breathes far better than a multi layer Nomex suit and is considerably more pleasant to spend a day in when you are working rather than driving.
The practical details
Discreet hip pockets, elasticated wrists and ankle cuffs. Black only, in sizes S to XXL.
If you want a two colour option for a crew, the OS10 is the same single layer Proban construction in black and white.
Sizing
Cut to match the rest of the OMP range, so a crew in these and a driver in an OMP suit look like one team. Tell us your height, chest and inside leg. A crew suit should let you work in it rather than fit like a driver’s suit.
What size should I order?
Sizes run from S to XXL. Go by your chest and height rather than your usual clothing size, and if you sit between two sizes, take the larger one so there is room for fire-resistant underwear and free arm movement at the wheel. Not sure? Send us your measurements and we will confirm the size before you order.
Is this suit legal for competition?
This suit carries SFI 3.2A/1 approval, an American standard. It is not FIA homologated, so it is not accepted at events that require FIA 8856. It suits drag, oval, and club events run to SFI rules, and general track use. Our guide on FIA versus SFI approval explains where each applies.
Do I need fireproof underwear underneath?
Yes, treat it as essential with a single-layer suit like this one. The suit provides the outer barrier and the underwear does a lot of the protective work. Our guide on whether fireproof underwear is mandatory covers the rules, and you will find tops, bottoms, socks, and balaclavas in our racing underwear range.
What does single-layer construction mean?
This is a single-layer suit, the lightest and coolest construction. It offers less fire protection than multi-layer FIA suits, which is why fire-resistant underwear underneath matters so much with it.
How do I wash it without ruining it?
Gently, and not often. Spot-clean where you can, wash cool on a delicate cycle when you must, and never use bleach or fabric softener, which degrade the fire-resistant treatment and the fabric. Air dry away from direct heat. The full routine is in our guide on washing and caring for FIA racewear.
Can I wear it for track days?
Yes. Track days do not normally require a homologated suit at all, so a race suit is more than you need, but plenty of drivers wear one for the protection and the feel. If you are putting together your first kit, our track day kit guide covers what is and is not required.
