250 SuperKarts

The word Superkart has traditionally been used to mean 250 cc engine karts, the fastest category in Kart racing racing on full size car circuits. 250 cc Superkarts often set faster lap times than much more expensive and technically advanced racing machines.

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"E" kart on left is Gavin Bennett, 2007 European Champion.

"GB" kart on right is former World Champion and current British Champion Trevor Roberts  

The most obvious difference between a Superkart and any other form of kart is that they have full aerodynamic bodykits and race on car circuits over 1,500 metres in length. The power unit can be a specially designed kart engine or production motorcycle engines with either 5 or 6-speed sequential gearboxes. Owing to their high top speed and massive cornering ability, Superkarts aerodynamic bodywork includes a front fairing, larger sidepods, and a rear wing. They use either 5 or 6 inch diameter tires and wheels. Superkarts are raced worldwide. There is a CIK-FIA European Superkart Championship, for 250 cc karts only.The word Superkart is registered to Cadwell Car & Kart Club for the UK.