Class 5 Unlimited 500 - 549
Unlimited Baja Bug

Unlimited Baja Bug
DEFINITION
Vehicles must be based off a VW type-1 sedan hardtop or convertible, 181 Safaris, 900 series Porsche, Karmann Ghias, or VW type-2 and type-3. Must retain Baja Bug appearance.
GENERAL REGULATIONS
Entrants in this class shall comply with all applicable general regulations.
TECHNICAL REGULATIONS
This class is an open class and all components will be considered open unless restricted herein.
NOTE: The TR abbreviations listed under this class (I.E. TR1 HELMETS) refer to TR cross reference listings in the front of this book. These TR cross-referenced listings are part of the class rules. Where a conflict occurs between the TR cross-referenced listing and a rule contained under this class, the rule contained under this class takes priority.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
TR1 HELMETS
See TR1 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR2 PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
See TR2 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR3 EYE PROTECTION and DENTURES
See TR3 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR4 HEAD AND NECK RESTRAINTS
See TR4 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR5 FIRST AID KIT
See TR5 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR6 EMERGENCY SIGNALING DEVICES
See TR6 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR7 HORNS
See TR7 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR8 REFLECTORS
See TR8 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR9 FIRE SUPPRESSION EQUIPMENT
See TR9 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR10 SURVIVAL SUPPLIES
See TR10 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
SUSPENSION COMPONENTS
Front and rear suspension systems may be modified or replaced as long as stock concept (trailing-arms, swing-axles, IRS, etc.) is retained and wheelbase limit is not exceeded. Vehicle suspension support system (torsion bars, torsion leafs, springs, etc.) is open.
TR11 SHOCK ABSORBERS and BUMP STOPS
See TR11 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR12 SECONDARY SUSPENSION
See TR12 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR13 WHEELS and TIRES
See TR13 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR14 FASTENERS
See TR14 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
STEERING and BRAKE COMPONENTS
TR15 STEERING
No center steering.
TR16 BRAKES
Brakes are open. Turning brakes are allowed.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TR17 IGNITION
See TR17 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR18 BATTERIES
See TR18 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR19 LIGHTS
See TR19 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR20 STARTERS
See TR20 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
FUEL SYSTEM
TR21 FUEL
See TR21 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR22 FUEL TANKS
See TR22 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR23 FUEL FILLERS LINES, VENTS, and CAPS
Fuel cell mandatory.
ENGINE, TRANSMISSION and DRIVELINES
TR24 ENGINE and ENGINE DISPLACEMENT
Any displacement normally aspirated four(4) cylinder air cooled engine allowed.
Any production water cooled normally aspirated four(4) cylinder engine with a maximum displacement of 2.5L is allowed.
All non air cooled engines must be inspected and sealed by an American Off-Road Racing Championship approved engine builder.
TR25 ENGINE REPLACEMENT
See TR25 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR26 TRANSMISSION/DIFFERENTIAL
See TR26 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR27 THROTTLES
See TR27 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR28 EXHAUST
See TR28 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR29 DRIVE SHAFTS
See TR29 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR30 FLYWHEEL SHIELDS
See TR30 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR31 FLUID COOLERS
See TR31 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR32 AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT
See TR32 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR33 SUPERCHARGERS and TURBOCHARGERS
No turbo or superchargers allowed.
VEHICLE SAFETY EQUIPMENT
TR34 ROLL CAGES
See TR34 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR35 SAFETY HARNESS
See TR35 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR36 SAFETY NETS
See TR36 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR37 SEATING
Single or two seats are allowed. No center seating.
GENERAL VEHICLE COMPONENTS
TR38 DRIVERS COMPARTMENT
Front and rear firewalls required. Interior sheet metal may be removed, exterior appearance must be retained. Pedals may be of any manufacture, but must be mounted on left side of the vehicle.
TR39 DOORS AND LATCHES
Doors must remain stock shape, size, and configuration. Doors may be welded or fastened closed. Fiberglass side panels and windshield frames are allowed.
TR40 FIREWALLS
See TR40 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR41 BALLAST
See TR41 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR42 WEIGHT
See TR42 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR43 FLOORBOARDS
See TR43 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR44 BUMPERS and HAZARDOUS PROTRUSIONS
See TR44 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR45 MIRRORS
See TR45 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR46 SKID PLATES
See TR46 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR47 STORAGE
See TR47 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR48 CHASSIS and BODY
Front and rear fenders must be used. Front fenders may be one-piece fiberglass. Rear fenders must not measure less than 6 inches from body, measured at top center of fender. Rear fender mounting height is open. Rear fenders must have rolled edges but may be made of ant material.
Body must resemble Baja Bug.
Steel body and doors must be retained. Hard body vehicles must retain steel roof. Convertible bodies must retain windshield frame. Stock floor pan maybe cut, modified, or replaced.
Maximum wheelbase is 105 inches plus or minus 1/2(.50) inch.
TR49 HOSES
See TR49 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR50 IDENTIFICATION MARKINGS
See TR50 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR51 ADVERTISING on VEHICLES
See TR51 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR52 RADIO EQUIPMENT
See TR52 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR53 WORKMANSHIP
See TR53 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
TR54 TRACKING DEVICE
See TR54 in Car/Truck/Moto Technical Rules.
2025 Mint 400
Brand | Category | Prize | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Total | ||
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MRT Tires | Tire Manufacturer | Cash | $300.00 | $200.00 | $100.00 | $600.00 | Requirements |
Class 5 Unlimited Drivers
2023 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Triple Crown Points Standings
Driver | 2023 King of the Hammers | 2023 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 | 2023 California 300 | Total | Position |
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David Sissum | 0.00 | 187.50 | 0.00 | 187.50 | 1st |