Race Boat classes
 T850/Monohull


This class is limited to simple monohulls powered by standard stock outboard engines.   Powertrim is now permitted in the senior classes.   These are single hulled boats similar in design to a small ski boat.   The driver sits down to race it.

Class Engine cc Hull type Top speed Price (approx)*

T:850

751-850cc

Monohull

75 mph

£6,500
* Note: price guide for comparative purposes only is based upon brand new equipment.
Club members in many cases may have access to second-hand equipment.

T850's are raced in club events where newcomers and existing racers have a chance to brush up their boat handling and competitive skills, and in national and international events.
 Hydroplane


Hydroplanes have twin hulls for the front part of the craft extending no more than 60 percent along the hull which then narrows to a single hull at the stern.   The driver either sits, kneels or lies down to race it.

The prefix 'O' denotes an open class.  This means there are very few restrictions regarding hull design, engine tuning and type of fuel used.

Class Engine cc Hull type Top speed Price (approx)*

OSY400

up to 400cc

Hydro

70 mph

£2,500

0.125

up to 125cc

Hydro

70 mph

£3,000

0.250

176-250cc

Hydro

90 mph

£3,500

0.350

251-350cc

Hydro

113 mph

£3,500

0.500/F:500

351-500cc

Hydrocat

120 mph

£12,000

0.850/F3

701-850cc

Catamaran

100 mph

£20,000
* Note: price guide for comparative purposes only is based upon brand new equipment.
Club members in many cases may have access to second-hand equipment.

These types of boat are raced in club, national and international events.
 S850/F4


These are twin-hulled boats.  The driver sits restrained inside a safety cell to race.   Some boats have an enclosed cab-over style cockpit.

Class Engine cc Hull type Top speed Price (approx)*

S:850/F4

751-850cc

Catamaran

85 mph

£14,000
* Note: price guide for comparative purposes only is based upon brand new equipment.
Club members in many cases may have access to second-hand equipment.

S850/F4 are raced at club level providing a popular entry class into catamaran racing, and in national and international events.
 NS2000/F2


These are twin-hulled boats.  The driver sits restrained inside a safety cell to race.   Some boats have an enclosed cab-over style cockpit.   The prefix "S" denotes a sportsboat class.  They have similar capacity limits to the "O" (open) series, but engines must be unmodified standard production type.

Class Engine cc Hull type Top speed Price (approx)*

NS:2000/F2

up to 2000cc

Catamaran

120 mph

£25,000
* Note: price guide for comparative purposes only is based upon brand new equipment.
Club members in many cases may have access to second-hand equipment.

NS2000/F2 boats are raced in club, national and international events.   Currently Lancashire Powerboat Racing Club is the home of many of the UK's NS2000 boats and drivers.
 J250 (Junior)


This is a fantastic circuit racing class for young people, aged 9 to 16, to get started in and with complete rigs costing less than £3500 it is a great entry level for powerboat racing.   The boats are small monohulls fitted with standard stock 15hp engines and are capable of speeds of up to 35mph.

Class Engine cc Hull type Top speed Price (approx)*

J250

up to 250cc

Monohull

35 mph

£3,500
* Note: price guide for comparative purposes only is based upon brand new equipment.
Club members in many cases may have access to second-hand equipment.

J250's are raced at club and national levels.  Racing fleets of 12 to 14 boats are common, the action is fast and competitive and provides an excellent opportunity for all of those who compete to learn the skills of racing prior to progressing to the more senior classes.