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Powder Fire Extinguisher 2 kg FIA Art 253 (hand-held extinguisher)

This 2 kg powder extinguisher is the hand-held extinguisher you will find in almost every set of regulations as the minimum requirement for track days, drift events and club competitions. Two kilos of powder, an aluminium cylinder and simple manual operation: that is all an on-board extinguisher needs.

Powder works on burning fuel, oil and electrical fires, making it the most versatile choice for a car. For drivers without a plumbed-in extinguisher system, this is the quickest and cheapest way to meet the requirements.

The extinguisher is approved to FIA Article 253 and is made in Italy.

Key benefits

• FIA Art 253 approved, accepted at track days and club competitions
• 2 kg of powder, enough to bring a fire in its early stages under control
• Versatile on fuel, oil and electrical fires
• Aluminium cylinder, light and corrosion-resistant
• Manually operated, no electronics to fail
• Compact, fits next to the bucket seat or on the floor plate
• Made in Italy

Suitable for

Any car that must carry an approved hand-held extinguisher

• Track days and circuit days
• Drift events and drift competitions
• Club competitions and rally sprints
• Project cars and workshops

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: BPS Racing
• Homologation: FIA Article 253
• Extinguishing agent: powder
• Capacity: 2 kg
• Operation: manual, mechanical
• Cylinder: aluminium
• Quantity: 1 piece
• Country of origin: Italy

Fitting and delivery

The extinguisher must be secured with a metal bracket, within reach of the driver when belted in. An extinguisher lying loose in the car will fail every scrutineering check and becomes a projectile itself in an impact. The most common location is on the floor plate next to the passenger seat or against the transmission tunnel. Delivery time 4 to 7 days.

A fire in a race car grows in seconds. The extinguisher within your reach is the only one that counts.

Why choose this powder extinguisher?

A DIY-store extinguisher looks the same but carries no FIA approval, and that is the first thing scrutineers look at. This extinguisher is approved to Article 253, weighs little and costs less than a set of brake pads. If you do not yet have a plumbed-in extinguisher system, this is the logical first step.

Frequently asked questions

Is this extinguisher approved for track days?

Yes, the 2 kg powder extinguisher is approved to FIA Article 253 and is accepted at track days and club competitions.

Is a mounting bracket included?

The extinguisher is supplied with the standard holder. For competition use, a metal bracket with quick release is mandatory; always check your organiser’s regulations.

Can I use powder on an electrical fire?

Yes, powder is suitable for fires involving fuel, oil and electrical installations. That makes it the most versatile choice for a car.

Does this extinguisher replace a plumbed-in extinguisher system?

No. In classes where a plumbed-in system is mandatory, the hand-held extinguisher remains an addition, not a replacement.

Delivery outside the European Union: different shipping costs may apply. Don’t worry: we will email you as soon as possible after your order and agree the shipping with you. You are not committed to anything without your consent.