Product Overview
The FT265 Rectangular Steel Backboard measures 42"x72" and is constructed from steel. It features an 11-gauge steel pan skin and a rear support strap structure that is ¼" thick. All formed corners and edges are fully welded and ground for safety.
The backboard is coated with a white powder coat finish and includes an official size shooters square. It is designed to accept rims with a 5"x5" hole pattern and is manufactured in the USA. The backboard has a shipping weight of approximately 186#.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Rectangular Steel Backboard |
| Backboard Size | 42"x72" |
| Backboard Shape | Rectangular |
| Backboard Material | Steel |
| Backboard Skin Material | 11-gauge steel pan |
| Backboard Support Structure Thickness | ¼" |
| Backboard Edges | Fully welded and ground |
| Backboard Finish | White powder coat |
| Backboard Markings | Official size shooters square |
| Rim / Goal Compatibility | 5"x5" hole pattern |
| Origin | USA |
| System Weight | Approximately 186# shipping |
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Backboard material 40 in. x 54 in. | Backboard material 42 in. tall x 60 in. wide | Backboard material 42 in. x 72 in. rectangular | Backboard material 36 in. x 60 in. rectangular | Backboard material 36 in. x 54 in. rectangular | Backboard material 36 in. x 60 in. rectangular |
Backboard size Tempered glass | Backboard size Tempered glass | Backboard size Steel | Backboard size Aluminum | Backboard size Tempered glass | Backboard size Tempered glass |
Markings 1/2 in. thick | Markings 3/8 in. thick | Markings 11 ga. steel pan | Markings 11 ga. aluminum pan | Markings 3/8 in. thick | Markings 3/8 in. thick |
Frame Aluminum extrusion, corner brackets; 34x45 in. mount | Frame Aluminum extrusion with steel perimeter frame | Frame Edges fully welded and ground | Frame Formed corners/edges fully welded and ground | Frame Competition anodized aluminum framework | Frame Competition anodized aluminum framework |
Goal mounting pattern Glass sandwiched between cushioned steel plates | Goal mounting pattern Full-width fabricated steel; rim never touches glass | Goal mounting pattern 1/4 in. thick support structure | Goal mounting pattern — | Goal mounting pattern Aluminum core rim supports | Goal mounting pattern Aluminum core rim supports |
Rear structure mounting Official white shooter's square and border | Rear structure mounting Official white shooter's square and border | Rear structure mounting Official size shooter's square | Rear structure mounting Official size shooter's square | Rear structure mounting 2 in. white border + shooter's square, ceramic ink | Rear structure mounting 2 in. white border + shooter's square, ceramic ink |
Rim support / mounting 5 in. x 5 in. | Rim support / mounting 5 in. x 5 in. | Rim support / mounting 5 in. x 5 in. | Rim support / mounting 5 in. x 5 in. | Rim support / mounting 5 in. x 5 in. | Rim support / mounting 5 in. x 5 in. |
Padding compatibility — | Padding compatibility — | Padding compatibility White powder coat | Padding compatibility White powder coat | Padding compatibility — | Padding compatibility — |
Certifications 10-Year Limited | Certifications Lifetime Limited on Powerhouse structures | Certifications — | Certifications — | Certifications Valid on First Team pole structures only | Certifications Valid on First Team pole structures only |
Warranty Made in USA | Warranty Made in USA | Warranty Made in USA | Warranty Made in USA | Warranty Backboard is warranted when mounted on First Team pole structures only. | Warranty warranted when mounted on First Team pole structures only. |
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 150 lbs | Ship Weight 197 lbs | Ship Weight 186 lbs | Ship Weight 35 lbs | Ship Weight 143 lbs | Ship Weight 154 lbs |
Best for Gymnasium side courts needing 1/2 in. glass in a 40x54 in. footprint. | Best for Powerhouse system owners with narrower court space wanting glass. | Best for Full-size outdoor play with heavy-duty steel construction. | Best for Coastal or humid sites wanting a lightweight rust-resistant board. | Best for Driveway and half-court setups wanting real glass in a compact 54 in. width. | Best for Outdoor courts wanting regulation-width glass at a mid-level price. |
| $1,054.00 | $1,087.00 | $1,097.00 | $1,100.00 | $1,134.00 | $1,145.00 |
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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.