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Pilot Seating Systems

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

1

Agricultural Seating

Tractors, combine harvesters, forestry and specialty vehicles; mechanical or pneumatic suspension with adjustable damping, lumbar support, and heating.

2

Construction & Earthmoving Seats

For excavators, loaders, backhoes, bulldozers, cranes, and skid-steer vehicles; built for high vibration tolerance and harsh environments.

3

Material Handling Equipment

Mechanical suspension seats for forklifts, pallet trucks, reach trucks, and narrow-aisle vehicles with compact profiles.

4

Bus and Coach Driver Seats

Air-suspended seats with lumbar support, headrests, seat heating, and 3-point belt options for long-distance and urban operators.

5

Passenger, Marine and Rail Seating

Marine-grade fabrics, corrosion-resistant parts, ISOFIX/3-point restraints for buses, trams, ferries, ships, and yachts.

6

Public & Institutional Seating

Instructor chairs, theater and auditorium seating, and utility vehicle seating 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).

Pilot Supreme P1101/M80 — specifications

Spec	DetailLoad capacity	150 kgSuspension stroke	80 mmSlide adjustment	190 mmAdjustments	Backrest recline, lumbar support, headrest, seat tilt & heightOptional extras	3-point seat belt, side controls, armrests, seat heaters, turntables, vinyl or leather upholstery

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?

1

60+ years of experience

More than six decades of industry-specific seating expertise.

2

Modular platforms

Configurable seating platforms for quick customization.

3

Full sector coverage

From forklifts to long-haul buses to marine craft.

4

Competitive pricing

Premium-level durability and comfort at a competitive price point.

5

In-house support

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.

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