First Team FT261 Aluminum Basketball Backboard

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$1,377.00

$1,377.00 - $1,377.00

$1,377.00

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Product Overview

In short

The First Team FT261 is a 42"x60" rectangular aluminum backboard with an 11 ga. aluminum pan skin. It features a white powder coat finish, an official size shooters square, and accepts rims with a 5"x5" hole pattern. The backboard is reinforced with two welded ¼" thick vertical struts.

✓ Authorized First Team Dealer — ships brand-new with full manufacturer warranty & support

The First Team FT261 is a rectangular aluminum backboard measuring 42”x60”. Its skin is made from 11 ga. aluminum pan, with all formed corners and edges fully welded and ground for safety.

The back of the board is reinforced with two welded ¼” thick struts running vertically. The backboard is coated with white powder coat, has an official size shooters square, and accepts rims with a 5”x5” hole pattern. It is manufactured in the USA and has a shipping weight of approximately 39#.

Specifications

Specification	Value
Backboard Size	42”x60”
Backboard Shape	Rectangular
Backboard Material	Aluminum
Backboard Skin	11 ga. aluminum pan
Backboard Construction	Formed corners and edges fully welded and ground
Backboard Reinforcement	Two welded ¼” thick vertical struts
Backboard Finish	White powder coat
Backboard Markings	Official size shooters square
Rim / Goal Hole Pattern	5”x5”
Origin	Manufactured in the USA
Shipping Weight	Approximately 39#

Compare First Team models

FT240	FT235	RetroFit Select	FT261 THIS	RetroFit Ultra	Playground Kit
Backboard material 1/2" thick tempered glass	Backboard material 1/2" thick tempered glass	Backboard material 36"x60" rectangular	Backboard material 42 in. x 60 in. rectangular	Backboard material 36"x60" rectangular	Backboard material Backboard refurbishing kit (board, rim, structure)
Backboard size ½" thick tempered glass with official white shooter's square and border	Backboard size 72" wide	Backboard size Aluminum, white powder coat	Backboard size Aluminum	Backboard size Aluminum, white powder coat	Backboard size 42 in. x 72 in. rectangular aluminum board
Markings Official white shooter's square and border	Markings Official white shooter's square and border	Markings 10-gauge aluminum pan skin	Markings 11 ga. aluminum pan	Markings 10-gauge aluminum pan skin	Markings 10 ga skin, 1/4 in. rear straps, welded ground edges
Frame Aluminum extrusion with corner brackets	Frame Aluminum extrusion, top corner brackets	Frame 1/4" steel, silver powder coat, rim-hang support	Frame Formed corners/edges fully welded and ground	Frame 1/4" steel, silver powder coat	Frame Standard double 5/8 in. steel rim, orange, 5x5 pattern
Goal mounting pattern 5" x 4"	Goal mounting pattern 5" x 4"	Goal mounting pattern Slots fit poles with 6"x6" faceplate or larger	Goal mounting pattern Two welded 1/4 in. vertical struts	Goal mounting pattern Fits poles with 6"x6" faceplate or larger	Goal mounting pattern Nylon net included; locks nylon or chain nets
Rear structure mounting 20" x 35"; steel ceiling/wall support included	Rear structure mounting 36" x 62" short board corner mounting	Rear structure mounting Double 5/8" steel rim, nylon net included	Rear structure mounting Official size shooter's square	Rear structure mounting Double 5/8" steel rim, nylon net included	Rear structure mounting 1/4 in. thick steel, silver; adds rim support
Rim support / mounting Steel spacers through glass; no contact to 1000 lbs	Rim support / mounting Full 72" steel support; spacers, no contact to 1000 lbs	Rim support / mounting Official orange shooters square	Rim support / mounting 5 in. x 5 in.	Rim support / mounting Official orange shooters square	Rim support / mounting Vertical slots; poles with 6x6 in. faceplate
Padding compatibility Pre-drilled for FT72C TuffGuard padding	Padding compatibility Pre-drilled for FT72C TuffGuard padding	Padding compatibility —	Padding compatibility White powder coat	Padding compatibility —	Padding compatibility —
Certifications Meets NCAA and NFHS standards	Certifications Meets NCAA and NFHS standards	Certifications Lifetime Limited (structure, backboard, standard rim)	Certifications —	Certifications Lifetime Limited	Certifications Lifetime Limited (structure, board, standard rim)
Warranty Lifetime Superior Warranty	Warranty Lifetime Superior Warranty	Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty	Warranty Made in USA	Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty	Warranty Manufactured in the USA
Availability In stock - ready to ship	Availability In stock - ready to ship	Availability In stock - ready to ship	Availability In stock - ready to ship	Availability In stock - ready to ship	Availability In stock - ready to ship
Ship Weight 230 lbs	Ship Weight 200 lbs	Ship Weight 145 lbs	Ship Weight 39 lbs	Ship Weight 145 lbs	Ship Weight 167 lbs
Best for Ceiling or wall retrofits needing lifetime-warranty glass.	Best for Competition gyms wanting full-width steel rim support.	Best for Budget refresh of an existing 36" backboard with rim and net.	Best for Outdoor courts needing a strut-reinforced aluminum board that stays light.	Best for Straightforward 36" board and rim replacement on existing poles.	Best for Playground systems needing a durable aluminum board upgrade.
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Shipping & Returns

We offer standard 1-5 business day shipping (following dispatch) via LTL Freight, FedEx, UPS, DHL, or USPS. Orders typically process in 1-2 business days (starting the following business day). Shipping rates are usually calculated at checkout; however, we reserve the right to provide custom shipping quotes for oversized or specialized equipment.

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

Every First Team product is backed by First Team's warranty program. This model carries the warranty noted above. Here is what First Team's warranty tiers cover:

Limited Warranty - covers damage during normal, intended use. Excludes vandalism and deliberate damage. Normal wear from weathering or UV exposure is not covered; all painted items carry a 1-year limited warranty on coating.
Superior Warranty - additionally covers any damage or failure caused by basketball activity or contact with the unit, including deliberate hanging on the rim. Vandalism excluded.
Unconditional Warranty - the broadest tier: covers any damage or failure that occurs for any reason.
Manufacturer's Defect - all products are warranted against manufacturer's defects at delivery.

Warranties apply to the original purchaser only and are non-transferable; coverage ends on resale or transfer. Residential-only products are not covered for non-residential use.

Frequently asked questions

What are the dimensions of the FT261 backboard?

The backboard dimensions are 42”x60”.

What material is the FT261 backboard made from?

The backboard is made from rectangular aluminum with an 11 ga. aluminum pan skin.

What type of rim hole pattern does the FT261 backboard accept?

The backboard accepts rims with a 5”x5” hole pattern.

Is JoySportStore an authorized First Team dealer?

Yes. JoySportStore is an authorized First Team dealer, so every unit ships brand-new with the full First Team manufacturer warranty and factory-backed support.

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