How fast do late models go?

Late model
These cars are considered to be the most sophisticated cars in dirt racing. They hit speeds well over 100 mph (160 km/h) and slide around the dirt corners. They are raced on dirt tracks throughout the country anywhere from 1/5 to one mile.
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How fast are late model dirt cars?

You just hang on and go as fast as you can.” Three-time and defending World of Outlaws Late Model champion Brandon Sheppard was second fastest at 15.287 seconds (125.518 mph). Chase Junghans turned the third-quickest time in 15.456 (124.146 mph). “I've never been to a place like this.
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How much horsepower does a late model have?

They typically feature engines with upwards of 600 brake horsepower (450 kW), American naturally aspirated V8s, under the hood of a custom built chassis weighing around 2,750 pounds (1,250 kg; 196 st).
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Whats faster late model or modified?

They look kinda silly, but they can put on some great racing. They're faster than any type of modified because of bigger tires, lower center of gravity, lighter weight (2300-2400 lbs) and more powerful engines (mostly because they can get more power to the ground because of those other advantages).
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What is the fastest dirt track car?

The Outlaw Winged 410 Sprint Cars can reach speeds of 150 MPH, making them the fastest cars on dirt.
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Speed Radar - Qualifying - World of Outlaws Late Models - Smoky Mountain Speedway 9-13-13



What fuel do late models use?

RUSH Dirt Late Model Fuel Rules:

Only Sunoco Racing Fuel - Standard (commonly referred to as 110 and/or purple) and/or RUSH '91' will be the specified fuels permitted for competition in RUSH Racing Series sanctioned events.
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How much horsepower does a World of Outlaws late model have?

Touring the dirt tracks of the United States and Canada, the series attracts the very best drivers and – with their 458 cubic inch engines pumping out more than 850 horsepower – the fastest late models in the sport.
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How much does it cost to race late models?

A team can spend $50,000+ to build a new Late Model Stock Car and often it's money right from their weekly paycheck. Local sponsors provide some support, but most racers feel the numbers crunching beneath the all while trying to chase the checkered flag.
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How fast do outlaw sprint cars go?

Weighing in around 1,200 pounds and pushing upwards of 900 horsepower, sprint cars have the highest horsepower to weight ratio of almost any car on the planet. Sprint cars are run with and without a giant 25 square foot top wing. Winged sprint cars produce lots of downforce, helping them reach speeds of nearly 150 mph.
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How fast do street stock cars go?

How fast are the NASCAR cars? The average top speed of a NASCAR car is just over 321km/h, or 200mph. Compared to a Formula 1 car, this is quite a bit slower, as they hit speeds of 360km/h (223mph).
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How fast do hobby stock cars go?

They are moderately popular vehicles and their speeds are 30-50 mph. Younger drivers who are aged 5-16 years old typically use these.
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How Fast Is Bristol on dirt?

The second driver out was David Pearson. Fred Lorenzen won the pole for the first race at BMS with a speed of 79.225 mph (127.500 km/h).
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How fast was Nascar on Bristol dirt?

Denny Hamlin capped Friday's final NASCAR Cup Series practice with the fastest lap on the Bristol Motor Speedway dirt track. Hamlin posted a best speed of 87.218 mph in the No. 11 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota. Kyle Busch was second-fastest at 87.091 mph in the No.
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How much does the Lucas Oil late model championship pay?

The 42nd Annual Dirt Track World Championship, paying $100,000-to-win will again be hosted by Portsmouth Raceway Park. To learn more about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, including a complete 2022 tour schedule, visit the official website at: www.lucasdirt.com.
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What engine do Super late models run?

The Super Late Model ranks among the fastest race cars to ever hit the short track. The 358 cub in V8 pumps-out more than 550 horsepower, but that's just for starters.
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How much does a world of outlaw sprint car cost?

I'm talking pure cost, without sponsors, parts deals, ect... a competitive 410 sprint car you see on the track with the WoO is $60,000-$85,000 dollars to build brand new (car and engine). Yes there are exceptions. No there is not a brand new car on the track every night.
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How much horsepower does a 410 sprint car have?

What is a Sprint Car? A World of Outlaws Sprint Car is a purpose-built open-wheel race car, which must weigh at least 1,400 pounds with the driver in the car. The 410-cubic inch engine is fueled by methanol, and produces approximately 900 horsepower.
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What octane is NASCAR?

The specialized NASCAR fuel is Sunoco Green E15, a 98 octane, unleaded fuel blend specifically engineered for high-performance engines and race cars. It's called Green E15 because the racing fuel is actually green in color.
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How much is NASCAR fuel per gallon?

Be glad you're not filling up for the Daytona 500. The gas Nascar drivers will put into their tanks on Sunday costs $7.80 a gallon. With tax, it's $8.26—roughly twice what Americans now are paying at the pump.
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How much does a dirt late model weight?

After the checkered flag waves, cars need to make weight to claim the purse, qualifying time, or transfer position. In the case of Dirt Late Models that weight is mostly around 2,300 pounds. There are weight breaks and burn-offs that apply, but everyone is pretty much on the same page.
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How fast are Dirttrack cars?

They hit speeds well over 100 mph (160 km/h) and slide around the dirt corners. They are raced on dirt tracks throughout the country anywhere from 1/5 to one mile. The expense for these cars is significant. The cost for one complete race-ready late model is around $70,000.
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Are Nascars late models?

LATE MODELS (LM)

Late Models are full-size NASCAR Sprint Cup-type cars with horsepower ratings of approximately 500 HP and are the feature division of both Dominion Raceway and the NASCAR Advanced Auto Parts Series.
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