Formulae & Rules
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Fast and
furious action is assured from these purpose built, single-seater
specials. These attractive machines, topped of with a purposeful
roof mounted aerofoil wing, are powered by a two-litre Ford
‘Pinto’ engine and race on a control tyre. Pushing
and shoving an opponent to gain a position is allowed, but no
deliberate or heavy fencing is permitted. The star drivers require
a dynamic blend of skill and aggression to make headway through
a crowded pack of cars. Another class popular throughout the
UK mainland and governed nationally by BriSCA F2 Ltd. This class
can claim to be the direct descendant of the original stock
car class introduced to the province during the late sixties. |
Classic Hot-Rods |
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This is a new class introduced to BMR for '09 season. The objective of this formula is not purely competition. The look of the cars shall be considered more important than their performance. The cars will look like Hot Rods from the 1960’s/early ‘70’s, and engines should sound like cars of the period. It is our aim to encourage a variety of types of car to appear. |
Gp2 Lightning-Rods |
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The 2010 season will see a new range of cars being permitted to race in the Gp2 class, Vauxhall Astra Mk4, Peugeot 206/306 and Renault Megane. This is an ideal entry-level formula with this being a non-contact class offers drivers the chance to experience the excitement of short oval racing on a limited budget. The usual safety regulations such as roll cages, etc are compulsory, but otherwise the cars are virtually standard to keep preparation costs at a minimum. An engine capacity of 1600cc is specified with the most popular car being the Vauxhall Astra. The Group Twos regularly produce the highest car turnouts of any class in the province and the racing is often fraught with incident as ‘rookie’ drivers learn the tricks of the track! click for 2010 Gp2 Lightning-Rods Rules & Regulations .....
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Junior-Rods |
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2010 will see a new 1200cc Junior Rod class race at both Ballymena Raceway and Nuttscorner Raceway. This new class caters for drivers from 11-16. The new rules/spec will also allow more modern cars to race such as the Peugeot 206, Vauxhall Corsa C & Vauxhall Tigra. The Junior Rods are non-contact class with strict safety rules in place. In previous seasons the youngsters have race just as hard as their senior counterparts and the girls have proved just as successful as the boys. It is great fun to watch the enthusiasm the kids display in their driving and many of them move into the senior classes when they exceed the upper age limit for the juniors. This class truly is the training ground for our stars of the future. click for 2010 Junior-Rods Rules & Regulations
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National Hot-Rods |
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The pinnacle of UK based short track saloon racing, these highly modified cars, powered by a two-litre engine producing approximately 230 BHP, feature a purpose built space framed chassis, lightweight Kevlar body kits and race on wide, slick racing tyres. Very fast and spectacular racing is the order of the day as the drivers battle to control these thunderous machines while attempting precise overtaking manoeuvres. Contact is strictly prohibited and the class is governed at national level by the N.H.R.P.A. Northern Ireland drivers have enjoyed tremendous success in this formula, indeed the World Championship, held annually at Foxhall Stadium, Ipswich, Suffolk, has been won on twelve occasions by drivers from the province. click for 2009 National Hot-Rods Rules & Regulations click for 2010 National Hot-Rods Rule Amendments
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A well supported and keenly contested non-contact formula for saloon cars up to 1400cc capacity. Limited engine and suspension modifications are allowed and the cars race on a single control tyre. The standard of car preparation and presentation is very high which leads to ultra close, wheel-to-wheel racing. The top drivers must be on it from the drop of the green flag to make any progress through the large grid of evenly matched competitors. Most successful car of the last decade has been the ubiquitous Vauxhall Nova, but the Vauxhall Corsa and Citroen Saxo models are becoming increasingly popular and competitive. The ORCi governs the formula at national level. click for 2010 Stock-Rods Rules & Regulations
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One of the roughest, toughest classes on the UK ovals, thrills and spills come in equal measure when the saloons hit the track. This is full contact, no holds barred racing where only the strong survive. The cars are based on the Ford Sierra model with the Ford Mondeo and Vauxhall Vectra's now being introduced for the '08 Season. These cars are heavily armoured with additional steel box section and plating. Power comes via a two-litre engine and a single control tyre is specified. The formula races widely throughout the UK and is especially popular in Scotland. Racing is often quite controversial, especially when the mainland drivers come over to take on the locals. Some dubious tactics have been employed through the years to alter the course of a race! click for 2010 Stock-Saloons Rules & Regulations
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National Hot-Rods
2010 Fixture List
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