The Bell HP77 is the benchmark in current Formula 1 head protection: homologated to the FIA 8860-2018 ABP (Advanced Ballistic Protection) standard — the most stringent certification in the sport — its shell is formed from high-strength, high-modulus carbon fibre produced in two shell sizes. Oliver Bearman, racing as car No. 87 for TGR Haas F1 Team, wears the HP77 in competition throughout the 2026 season. For Montreal, he wore a design that existed nowhere else on the calendar.
Bell HP77: The Benchmark in Formula 1 Head Protection
Bell produces the HP77 in two shell sizes — D+ (sizes 54–56+) and E+ (sizes 57–59+) — with overall dimensions of approximately 165 mm × 129 mm × 132 mm. The EVO-IV generation shell combines carbon fibre construction with the ABP ballistic liner, meeting requirements that exceed standard FIA 8860-2018 homologation. It is the helmet of choice for multiple F1 drivers in the current field, and every full-size HP77 leaves Bell's factory in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Montreal 2026: The Arctic Archipelago One-Off
Bearman's standard 2026 helmet carries a blue, yellow and white livery. For the Canadian Grand Prix on 24 May 2026, he replaced it entirely with a matte white 'snow and ice' finish, glacial pale blue accents, arctic wildlife illustrations, and an expedition badge motif under the concept title 'Bearman Expeditions – Canadian Arctic Archipelago'. His signature bear logo was reinterpreted as a polar bear, placing the design firmly in the geography of its host country. The weekend itself was eventful: Haas introduced a major aerodynamic upgrade package — new sidepods and a revised floor — on Bearman's VF-26, while a 44.957-second total pit stop including a roughly 25-second tyre change cost him a probable P9. He finished P10 to take one World Championship point.
The 1:2 Scale Helmet: Same Factory, Same Craftsmen
Bell's mini helmet programme is not a licensed novelty: each 1:2 replica is handmade in the same facility in Bahrain, by the same craftsmen, using the same production processes as the full-size race item. The material breakdown — 77% fibre reinforced plastic (recyclable), 15% cotton fabric and foam, 8% hardware — mirrors the construction philosophy of the competition helmet. The finished piece replicates the Canadian GP Arctic livery in full, including the repositioned polar bear graphic and the expedition badge detail. Packaged gross weight is approximately 355 g; the box measures 180 mm × 140 mm × 135 mm with a design specific to this edition.
In the Display Cabinet
At 1:2, the replica measures approximately 8.5 cm in length — compact enough for a standard shelf but substantial enough to read clearly alongside a 1:18 Haas VF-26 diecast from Spark or Minichamps. The natural pairings are the Bell HP77 Bearman 2026 season helmet (the standard blue/yellow/white base livery), the Bell HP77 Bearman 2026 British GP edition, and the Bell HP77 Esteban Ocon 2026 Haas mini helmet for a complete TGR Haas F1 Team display. As a single-race design that will not be repeated, the Canadian GP Arctic edition occupies a specific and non-duplicated position within a Bearman or a 2026 F1 season collection.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the 1:2 scale helmet?
The full-size Bell HP77 measures approximately 165 mm in length. At 1:2 scale, the replica is approximately 8.5 cm long — about the size of a large apple. The box it ships in measures 180 mm × 140 mm × 135 mm, which gives a practical guide to the display space required.
Does the helmet replica have opening parts?
No. The visor and shell are fixed in the closed position. Detail is concentrated on the exterior surfaces: the matte white Arctic finish, glacial pale blue accents, arctic wildlife illustrations, the expedition badge motif, and the repositioned polar bear version of Bearman's signature logo.
What is the replica made from, and where is it manufactured?
The material composition is 77% fibre reinforced plastic (recyclable), 15% cotton fabric and foam, and 8% hardware. It is handmade in Bell Racing's factory in the Kingdom of Bahrain — the same facility and workforce that produces the full-size FIA 8860-2018 ABP homologated competition helmet.
What makes the Canadian GP livery different from Bearman's standard 2026 helmet?
Bearman's regular 2026 helmet uses a blue, yellow and white colour scheme. For Montreal specifically, the entire base was replaced by a matte white 'snow and ice' finish with glacial pale blue accents, arctic wildlife illustrations and an expedition badge under the 'Bearman Expeditions – Canadian Arctic Archipelago' concept. This design was worn only at the Canadian Grand Prix on 24 May 2026 and does not appear on any other round of the season.
