Pilot Seating Systems

Company Overview

Pilot Seating is a globally recognized manufacturer of modular and specialized seating systems for commercial, agricultural, industrial, and transport vehicles. Founded in 1963 and headquartered in Bursa, Turkey, the company has grown into a highly respected supplier for both OEM and aftermarket customers across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. With over half a century of engineering experience, Pilot Seating is known for its ability to deliver ergonomic, customizable, and certified seat solutions for a broad range of sectors.

Historical Background

• Established in 1963; began supplying driver seats to Mercedes-Benz/Otomarsan in 1967.
• Since then, expanded its product range to include seating for agriculture, construction, commercial transport, rail, marine, industrial, and public seating systems.
• Operates from a modern, vertically integrated 20,000 m² manufacturing facility with in-house prototyping, tooling, testing, and design teams.
• Maintains full ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and IATF 16949 certifications, ensuring quality management, environmental standards, and occupational safety across all operations.

Research and Development

Pilot Seating's commitment to innovation is evident in its dedicated R&D facilities. The company invests heavily in ergonomic research, dynamic testing, and prototype development. This allows Pilot to provide fully customized seating platforms tailored to OEM requirements or regional vehicle standards, while also offering robust aftermarket options. Modular seat architecture enables flexible adaptations with short lead times and cost efficiency.

Product Portfolio

Pilot Seating manufactures one of the broadest portfolios in the industry, categorized into the following core groups:

Agricultural Seating

• Seats for tractors, combine harvesters, forestry machines, and specialty vehicles.
• Offered in both mechanical and pneumatic (air) suspension configurations.
• Features include adjustable damping, lumbar support, seat tilt, integrated heating, operator presence sensors, and multiple upholstery options.
• Key models: P130/EA160DLF, P145/M110X, P155/EA160DLF, BF34/KEA60, B43, and P120/M100H.

Construction & Earthmoving Seats

• Developed for excavators, loaders, backhoes, bulldozers, cranes, and skid-steer vehicles.
• Designed with high vibration tolerance, robust suspension, and extra-durable materials for harsh environments.
• Models available with safety belt integration, hydraulic adjustment, and joystick compatibility.

Material Handling Equipment

• Mechanical suspension seats for forklifts, pallet trucks, reach trucks, and narrow-aisle vehicles.
• Compact seat profiles with easy control access and minimum space requirements.
• Operator presence switch, waterproof vinyl covers, and accessory add-ons available.

Bus and Coach Driver Seats

• Comfortable, highly adjustable air-suspended seats for long-distance or urban bus operators.
• Lumbar support, headrests, seat heating, and 3-point safety belt options included.
• Turntable, control panels, and console integrations available for public transit vehicles.

Passenger, Marine, and Rail Seating

• Seats for buses, trams, ferries, ships, and yachts, with marine-grade fabrics and corrosion-resistant parts.
• Available with ISOFIX or 3-point restraint systems, adjustable armrests, and anti-vandal protection for public transit.
• Compliant with international transport and fire safety regulations.

Public & Institutional Seating

• Instructor chairs, theater and auditorium seating, golf cart and utility vehicle seating.
• Customization for public, military, educational, and municipal sectors.

Featured Model: Pilot Supreme P1101/M80

This flagship mechanical suspension seat is built for trucks and commercial road vehicles and meets international transport classifications (M2/N2 and M3/N3).

• Mechanical suspension with 150 kg load capacity
• 80 mm suspension stroke and 190 mm slide adjustment
• Backrest recline, lumbar support, headrest, seat tilt and height adjustment
• Optional integrated 3-point seat belt and side controls (left/right/front mount)
• Available accessories: armrests, seat heaters, turntables, vinyl or leather upholstery, operator presence switches

Design and Manufacturing Philosophy

All Pilot seats are developed using a modular platform design, allowing individual configuration without reengineering the full seat system. Strict quality assurance and homologation testing ensure compliance with international safety and performance standards. In-house validation labs simulate real-world fatigue, stress, and vibration scenarios, ensuring seat reliability in extreme environments.

Certifications and Compliance

• ISO 9001 – Quality Management System
• ISO 14001 – Environmental Management
• ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety
• IATF 16949 – Automotive Quality Standard
• ECE R14, R16, R17 compliance for seat belt, crash safety, and anchorage

Why Choose Pilot Seating?

• More than 60 years of industry-specific seating expertise
• Modular and configurable seating platforms for quick customization
• Full coverage of market sectors: from forklifts to long-haul buses to marine craft
• Competitive pricing with premium-level durability and comfort
• In-house development, testing, and support from concept to delivery

Pilot Seating at Carlat.com

Carlat.com is an authorized distributor of Pilot Seating systems and accessories. We offer a curated range of agricultural, transport, industrial, and public seating solutions—along with spare parts, cushions, control modules, and mounting accessories. Our product specialists assist with OEM seat replacements, retrofitting, and custom configuration for your fleet or equipment needs.