Product Overview
The Douglas F4 445 STEEL Basketball System is a smaller version of Douglas' F5 fixed series, featuring a 4-foot extension arm and an adequate safe-play area that minimizes potential contact with the extension mount. The system uses an easy-to-install, in-ground direct bury design, making it ideal for neighborhood parks, municipalities, and school playgrounds.
The system includes a durable 42 in. x 60 in. rectangular steel backboard with a 12-gauge steel shell, white powder coat finish, and orange-printed target and border, along with an integral reinforced steel channel for mounting support. The pressure flex breakaway goal is constructed of robust steel with a CSPC-compliant powder-coat finish, featuring a 5/8 in. thick, 18 in. steel rim and a double spring pressure flex breakaway mechanism with a hidden net attachment style.
The 4-foot fixed extension arm is built from corrosion-resistant 4 in. x 4 in. reinforced steel, attaching to the backboard base and outer frame perimeter for a clear-view style, with adjustable upper brace arms for added stability. The structured steel pole is made from 4 in. square structural steel with 3/16 in. wall thickness and measures 14 ft. in length, allowing for a 4-foot deep concrete footing installation. All steel components feature a black, baked-on powder coat finish with stainless steel fastening hardware for all-weather protection.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Backboard | Rectangular steel, 42 in. x 60 in., 12-gauge steel shell, white powder coat finish with orange-printed target and border |
| Goal/Rim | 5/8 in. thick, 18 in. steel rim, double spring pressure flex breakaway mechanism, CSPC-compliant powder-coat finish |
| Extension Arm | 4 ft. fixed extension arm, 4 in. x 4 in. reinforced, corrosion-resistant |
| Pole | 4 in. square structural steel, 3/16 in. wall thickness, 14 ft. length |
| Finish | Black acrylic powder coat on pole; steel finished with black, baked-on powder coat |
| Hardware | Stainless steel fastening hardware |
| Installation | In-ground direct bury, 4 ft. deep concrete footing |
| System Type | Fixed Basketball System (F4 series, smaller version of F5 fixed series) |
| Application | Institutional use: neighborhood parks, municipalities, school playgrounds |
| Category | Fixed Basketball Systems |
| SKU | 69465 |
Compare Douglas models
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GN 4.5 FST |
F4 445 Steel THIS |
F4 445 MAX |
F5 655 MAX |
D-Pro 435 |
D-Pro 646 |
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Backboard Size 35 in. x 54 in. fan shape | Backboard Size 42 in. x 60 in. | Backboard Size 42 in. x 60 in. | Backboard Size 42 in. x 60 in. | Backboard Size 42 in. x 60 in. | Backboard Size 42 in. x 72 in. |
Backboard Material 12 ga. steel shell, white powder coat, printed target | Backboard Material 12 ga. steel shell, white powder coat, printed target | Backboard Material 1/2 in. Clearview polycarbonate, alum. frame | Backboard Material 1/2 in. tempered glass or polycarbonate option | Backboard Material 1/2 in. MAX Clear View polycarbonate, alum. frame | Backboard Material 1/2 in. MAX Clear View tempered glass, alum. frame |
Backboard Padding — | Backboard Padding — | Backboard Padding 1 in. molded vinyl, black | Backboard Padding 1 in. molded vinyl, pre-installed | Backboard Padding 1 in. molded vinyl, black | Backboard Padding 1 in. molded vinyl, black |
Goal / Rim Dura Goal I, 18 in. double ring, nylon net incl. | Goal / Rim 5/8 in. x 18 in. steel rim, double spring breakaway | Goal / Rim 5/8 in. x 18 in. breakaway, hidden net hooks | Goal / Rim 5/8 in. x 18 in. Pressure Flex breakaway goal | Goal / Rim 5/8 in. x 18 in. steel rim, double spring breakaway | Goal / Rim 5/8 in. x 18 in. rim, breakaway, reinforced backplate |
Extension / Overhang 4 ft. extension; 48 in. safe play area | Extension / Overhang 4 ft. fixed arm, 4 in. x 4 in. reinforced | Extension / Overhang 4 ft. fixed arm, 4 in. x 4 in. steel | Extension / Overhang 5 ft. fixed arm, 5 in. x 5 in. steel | Extension / Overhang 3 ft. overhang; 1x2 in. top, 2x4 in. lower arms | Extension / Overhang 4 ft. regulation; 1-9/16x3-1/8 top, 2x4 in. lower |
Pole / Post 4-1/2 in. O.D. heavy wall galvanized, approx. 13 ft. | Pole / Post 4 in. square structural steel, 3/16 in. wall, 14 ft. | Pole / Post 4 in. square structural steel, 3/16 in. wall, 14 ft. | Pole / Post 6 in. square galvanized steel, 3/16 in. wall | Pole / Post 4 in. square, 7 ga. galvanized steel, one-piece | Pole / Post 6 in. square galvanized, 3/16 in. wall, one-piece |
Pole & Base Padding — | Pole & Base Padding — | Pole & Base Padding — | Pole & Base Padding 2 in. black all-weather vinyl pole and base pad | Pole & Base Padding 2 in. thick fitted pole and base pad included | Pole & Base Padding 2 in. thick fitted pole and base pad included |
Height Adjustment Fixed, non-adjustable | Height Adjustment Fixed, non-adjustable | Height Adjustment Fixed, non-adjustable | Height Adjustment Fixed, non-adjustable | Height Adjustment 6 ft. to 10 ft., one lift-assist cylinder | Height Adjustment 5-1/2 ft. to 10 ft., two lift-assist cylinders |
Installation / Mounting Direct bury; 3 ft. set in 4 ft. x 2 ft. footing | Installation / Mounting In-ground direct bury, 4 ft. concrete footing | Installation / Mounting In-ground direct bury, 4 ft. concrete footing | Installation / Mounting — | Installation / Mounting — | Installation / Mounting — |
Warranty — | Warranty — | Warranty Douglas Lifetime Limited Warranty | Warranty — | Warranty — | Warranty — |
Ship Weight 310 lbs | Ship Weight | Ship Weight | Ship Weight | Ship Weight | Ship Weight |
Best for Budget-minded playgrounds needing a simple fan-shaped steel gooseneck setup. | Best for Neighborhood parks and playgrounds needing low-maintenance institutional steel play. | Best for Municipal courts wanting a clear polycarbonate board on a compact 4 in. pole. | Best for Parks and gyms wanting a fixed 5 ft. overhang system with glass or poly board choice. | Best for Youth programs and driveways wanting adjustable 6-10 ft. play on a 4 in. pole. | Best for Competition courts wanting a regulation 72 in. glass board with full height adjustment. |
| $1,599.00 | $3,299.00 | $3,299.00 | $3,899.00 | $2,499.00 | $3,099.00 |
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Shipping & Returns
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60-DAY NO-HASSLE REFUNDS AND RETURNS
If there’s an issue with your product, we make refunds and returns quick and easy.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. To contact us, email info@joysportstore.com
More information on shipping and returns can be found here.
Warranty
Douglas® Lifetime Limited Warranty
Douglas Industries, Inc. (Eldridge, Iowa) backs its equipment with the Douglas® Standard Limited Warranty against defects in material and factory workmanship. Coverage length depends on the product line — where a specific period is listed above, that period applies to this model. Douglas warranty periods run as follows:
- Limited Lifetime – gooseneck basketball posts with 6' extension.
- 25 years – gooseneck basketball posts with 4' extension.
- 10 years – gooseneck posts with 3' extension; pro-rated structural warranty on Bakko and steel/aluminum backboards (1 year on the Imron® finish); selected post and net systems.
- 7 years – Douglas® MAX batting tunnel frames (with proper installation and normal use).
- 5 years – standard Douglas® batting tunnel frames, most tennis / volleyball / pickleball post systems and Premier™ posts; 5-year fade warranty on Sunbrella® canvas.
- 4 years – VCP MAX windscreen mesh, #420 knotless pylon netting and other netting lines; fabrics are warranted pro-rata for 3–4 years against material defects and poor workmanship.
- 3 years – selected fabric and netting products.
- 2 years – selected hardware and padding.
- 1 year – accessories, replacement parts and paint / finish coverage.
Digital printing on windscreen and vinyl products carries the same warranty as the underlying windscreen or vinyl material.
Not covered: improper installation, use other than intended, unauthorized alterations, abuse or misuse, normal wear, and damage from fire, flood, wind, lightning or leaving products outdoors beyond their intended seasonal use. As an authorized Douglas dealer, JoySportStore files warranty claims directly with the manufacturer on your behalf.