A new category for five and six year old drivers has been approved by the Speedway Karting Association of Australasia.
The new ‘Midget’ class is classified as a demonstration training only category, but allows young kids to experience Speedway karting on a National level.
SKAA advise Midget licencing is already live on the Speedway Australia website, so kids can race now on a full or one-day licence.
The organisation classifies Midgets as drivers from 5 years of age to their 7th birthday. Once they turn 7, they must move into the Sub Junior class (unless an exemption has been granted by the SKAA).
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Class Specs
- Engine: Honda GX35, unmodified. Must be fitted with kill switch on steering wheel
- Wheelbase: 740mm-880mm
- Rear Track: Maximum 1100mm
- Wheels: Metallic Contruction – 5″ diameter x 135mm maximum width
- Tyres: Wet weather or Dirt Tyres
- Bodywork: Compulsory Nosecone, Nassau Panel, side pods and rear bumper.
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