How big should a go-kart track be?

The average length for a serious racing track for karts is around 1,100 – 1,200 meters, 7 to 9 meters in width.

How much does it cost to build a go-kart race track?

It is usual for a track to be around 1,000 feet long, which relates to about an acre, or 45,000 square feet, of land. This amount of land use, and all the parts that come with putting a go kart track together, could cost around $70,000-$80,000, depending on property values in your area.

Can I build my own go-kart track?

You can build a racing style track or build a family track. Typically, tracks will use under an acre of land but some longer ones can go beyond that footprint. Typically, people associate gas go karts with outdoor tracks and we have sold our share of gas karts over the years.

How much does a go-kart track make a year?

While a go-karting business can cost a lot to open, its profits can be large. LLC go-kart businesses can make between $500,000 and $700,000 yearly, if they’re smart about attracting and retaining visitors. However, it’s a good idea to join a franchise to increase service reliability.

Where is the biggest go-kart track in the world?

Shepherdsville, Kentucky: World’s Longest Go-Kart Track.

How fast is the average go-kart?

Something of which is always an ongoing battle with racers, track owners, and insurance companies. Most karts max out around 40-50mph, while this is a maintained speed that is safe and as controlled as you can be.

How do I start go karting?

If you want to get started in Go-Kart racing, here’s what you need to know:

1. Find your first go kart. Don’t buy a fixer upper.
2. Safety first.
3. Watch go-kart racing in action.
4. Ask questions and get training.
5. Practice and train.
6. Bight the bullet and enter a race.

Can you ride go karts on dirt?

Dirt tracks are also a very popular place to ride go-karts. If you’re unaware of what they look like, think of them as a crossover between an outdoor karting track and a dirt trail. Racing on dirt tracks can be extremely fun and can be done with regular racing go-karts or off-road go-karts.

Are indoor go kart tracks profitable?

According to the most up-to-date statistics, in recent years the karting industry has been shown to have grown around 5.7% generating profits of about $120 million just in the United States of America alone.

Where is the largest go-kart track in America?

Kart Kountry (Sheperdsvile, Kentucky): Home to the largest go-kart track in the country, five sizes of karts whiz around five different outdoor racing courses.

Where can I get a go kart track design?

Amusement Construction offers a comprehensive go-kart track design and construction services. From regular outdoor and indoor tracks to the elevated coaster tracks, we can design a track to fit your space and your budget. A fun and exciting track starts at the drawing table.

Which is the best type of go kart to build?

This will create a longer track but will allow more karts to run at one time therefore increasing your throughput on the track. A popular kart for the indoors family tracks are our ThunderVoltStockart, ThunderVoltStockart + One (two seater go-kart), Eco Racer Deluxe and Eco Racer Deluxe Plus One (two seater go-kart).

How big is a go kart track 6?

Concept Track 6 is an outdoor track with a centerline distance of 1,120 feet. This track was designed for European racing style karts that can race at high speeds. The track can be run on a lap system or a racing format.

How big is a go kart pit area?

This track and pit area use 28,737 square feet (279’ x 103’) and goes over a miniature golf course. The length of the track on grade is 159’ and the elevated length is 695’ for a total track length of 854’.