RULES version 1.1 revised 8/22/07
Please read the following rules carefully. If you have any questions or concerns please email:
hkshobby@hotmail.com
Since this is the first Atomic race in US, rules are subject to periodic revisions to ensure fairness and accuracy. Rules will be finalized one to two weeks prior to the first Atomic 2007 US Regional Race.
Handout motors and tires(for certain classes) are considered for fairness to all racers.
Formula 1 Stock
Winner of this class will receive a trophy.
Chassis: Mini-Z F1
PCB: Kyosho Mini-Z circuit board with AM 27mhz Frequency (3004 or 3010 FET) (No modifications allowed; No AD-Band; No additional FETs or turbo)
Motor: AR-076-B, Standard BB (Hand Out)
Min. Weight: 210g READY TO RUN
Max Wheel Base: 130mm
Max Car Length: 205mm
Max Car Width: 85mm
Max Car Height: 50mm
Car Body: Kyosho Mini-Z F1 Auto Scale Body
Rims: Any brand allowed as long as it is the same size as the F1 rims that come with the kit. Front width: 13.5mm; Rear width 15.5mm
Tires: Rubber tires only. Any Brand Allowed. Diameter must be the same as Kyosho made F1 tires. Traction compound not allowed. FOAM tires not allowed.
Batteries: AAA size batteries 4 cell, alkaline, NiMH or NiCd only. No Lithium or other type of battery allowed.
Frequency: AM27 MHz from Channel 1 to 12
Transmitter: Any Brand AM27 MHz transmitter is allowed
Option Parts: Any aftermarket hop-up parts is allowed
Three qualifiers and One Main, each race is 8 minutes long.
2WD STOCK
Winner of this class will be given hotel only (not included airline tickets) to go to TW to compete for ATOMIC World Final 2007
*A-Main Winner of this class will get free hotel accommodation(not including airline tickets) in Taiwan to compete for ATOMIC World Final 2007. Tentative Date: January 2008.
Chassis: MR01, MR-015, MR-02
PCB: Kyosho Mini-Z circuit board with AM 27Mhz Frequency(3004 or 3010 FET) (No modifications allowed; No AD-Band; No additional FETs or turbo)
Motor: AR-076-B, Standard BB (Hand Out)
Min. Weight: 180g
Max Wheel Base: 106mm
Max Car Length: 178mm
Max Car Width: 80mm
Max Car Height: 45mm
Car Body: Kyosho Mini-Z Auto Scale Bodies only
Rims: Any brand allowed, rims must fit within the width of the car body
Tires: HANDOUT ATOMIC Rubber/Silicon tires. Front (AR143); Rear (AR146). Traction compound not allowed.
Batteries: AAA size batteries 4 cell, alkaline, NiMH or NiCd only. No Lithium or other type of battery allowed.
Frequency: AM27 MHz from Channel 1 to 12
Transmitter: Any Brand AM27 MHz transmitter is allowed
Option Parts: Any aftermarket hop-up parts is allowed
Three qualifiers and One Main, each race is 8 minutes long.
AWD Modified.
Winner of this class will be given airline ticket and hotel to go to TW to compete for ATOMIC World Final 2007
*A-Main Winner of this class gets free hotel accommodation and airline tickets to Taiwan to compete for ATOMIC World Final 2007. Tentative Date: January 2008.
Chassis: MA010
PCB: Kyosho Mini-Z circuit board. AD Band is allowed. FET modification allowed. No aftermarket electronic or ESC such as NOVAK or TEKIN.
Motor: STOCK-R (MO-006 Hand Out)
Min. Weight: 190g
Max Wheel Base: 98mm
Max Car Length: 178mm
Max Car: 80mm
Car Body: Kyosho Mini-Z Auto Scale Bodies only
Rims: Any brand allowed, rims must fit within the width of the car body
Tires: HANDOUT ATOMIC Rubber/Silicon tires. Front (AR143); Rear (AR146). Traction compound not allowed.
Batteries: AAA size batteries 4 cell, alkaline, NiMH or NiCd only. No Lithium or other type of battery allowed.
Frequency: AM27 MHz from Channel 1 to 12. AD Band Channel 1 to 20
Transmitter: Any Brand transmitter is allowed
Option Parts: Any aftermarket hop-up parts is allowed
Three qualifiers and One Main, each race is 8 minutes long.
2WD Modified.
Winner of this class will be given airline ticket and hotel to go to TW to compete for ATOMIC World Final 2007
*A-Main Winner of this class gets free hotel accommodation and airline tickets to Taiwan to compete for ATOMIC World Final 2007. Tentative Date: January 2008.
Chassis: MR01, MR-015, MR02.
PCB: Kyosho Mini-Z circuit board. AD Band is allowed. FET modification allowed. No aftermarket electronic or ESC such as NOVAK or TEKIN.
Motor: Chili Modify Motor (MO-007 Hand Out)
Min. Weight: 180g
Max Wheel Base: 98mm
Max Car Length: 178mm
Max Car Width: 80mm
Car Body: Kyosho Mini-Z Auto Scale Bodies only
Rims: Any brand allowed, rims must fit within the width of the car body
Tires: HANDOUT ATOMIC Rubber/Silicon tires. Front (AR143); Rear (AR146). Traction compound not allowed.
Batteries: AAA size batteries 4 cell, alkaline, NiMH or NiCd only. No Lithium or other type of battery is allowed.
Frequency: AM27 MHz from Channel 1 to 12. AD Band Channel 1 to 20
Transmitter: Any Brand transmitter is allowed
Option Parts: Any aftermarket hop-up parts is allowed
Three qualifiers and One Main, each race is 8 minutes long.
Regulation for Drivers and Turn Marshals
1) All Drivers please secure transponder to their cars during qualifiers and races. When asked please return transponder to tech station.
2) Drivers must return to the track to marshal for the next race. At least one turn marshal must help setting the cars in their correct grid position.
3) Turn marshals should pay attention to what’s going on at the track near them. Do not talk on cell phone or fall asleep.
4) Drivers from the last heat will be responsible to turn marshal the first heat of each round.
5) No flash photography during the race since it may distract the drivers on the driver stand.
6) No talking to the drivers during qualifiers or finals.
7) Slower drivers or back markers must yield to the leader or faster cars. If you see a faster car behind you do not block it for the whole race. Race organizer may give you a warning or ask you to pull out from the race if you don’t do so.
Race organizer may disqualify anybody who received more than 2 warnings for the above regulation.
PS:Every driver of this event will receive gifts
Last updated 8/28/07. Rules are subject to further revision