Welcome to the 1/5th Scale Large Scale On-Road Section, known as 1/5th Scale LS Racing.
This is the most realistic form of racing compared to real size touring cars both in terms of handling and technical aspect.
1/5th Scale Cars are run on tarmac tracks. They run 23cc 2 Stroke Engines, similar to strimmer engines. They are rear wheel drive driven and have a single speed clutch & diff set up. Running 4 wheel disc brakes, normally hydraulic based but also cable based depending on brand.
The great thing about 1/5th Scale Cars is that you can get full competition, aluminium & carbon based cars or you can also get the highly popular FG Mini Car, which is a stripped down, shorter wheel based 1/5th Scale Car, which is great for beginners or those on a budget.
This scale of R/C Racing is all about having fun, racing with a smile and learning as much as possible among fellow racers. With tracks all around the UK & Northern Ireland, its easy to find a track near you.
By Nikita Finnigan 5th-7th April
Address : Cotswolds Model Car Club, Hanger/Woodside, Haresdown Hill,
Kemble, Cotswold Airport, Cirencester, GL7 6BA
Classes to be raced:
2WD Open Class
FG 4WD Mini
FG 4WD 530 Touring Car
Race Fee / Booking In: £30.00 per round / £60 for round 1 and 2.
Booking in is done via the BRCA website, please make sure this is done in
advance to avoid any issues.
Drivers: All entrants must possess a valid BRCA membership. Driver's
must also supply their own Hi Viz vests/jackets and sensible footwear is a
must (no sandals or flip flops).
Track info/access: There is adequate camping facilities on site with
operational toilets and showers. Please respect these facilities. There are 8
electric hook ups available for camper vans, motorhomes, etc and is
operated on a first come first serve basis. Camping is available Friday,
Saturday and Sunday. Booking for camping is available online on the
clubs website.Please do not arrive at the track until after noon on Friday (3rd April).
There is NO practice for racers on Friday. Track opening times are 9am –
6pm with open practice commencing on Saturday.
The airfield gate will be open Friday/Saturday from 7:30 am – 6pm.
Sunday/Monday the gate may be closed so you will need an access code to
enter.
If the gate is closed and you need access please contact Neal Vater either
on Facebook Messenger or call on 07546 983138.
Pit space is limited so it may be recommended to bring a table and gazebo.
We look forward to seeing you all there for an epic start to our racing
season!!
