At present the FRA rules do not state beetle weights need removable links and locking bars for weapons, though i am advised they are due to be updated soon, but may not be for 2015, but ready for the 2016 season.

However Kinematic Events are enforcing that removable links and locking bars are needed for weapons such as axes, pneumatic robots, and spinners. I would prefer all beetle weights to have removable links, but since the FRA rules have not been updated as of yet, we will relax the rule to passive robots. But i have a feeling next year - all beetle weights will need a removable link. You do however still need a cradle and sharp edge protection.

Many thanks,
Stu
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