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RC MONSTER TRUCK RULES

RC Monster Truck Racing organizations follow a basic set of rules. The rules are then modified to suit the individual organization. At most events, all trucks competing in any Points Series are subject to a tech inspection prior (and sometimes after) a race. All final rulings are at the discretion of the race officials.
General Rules
  • Every racer can take part in open practice with their trucks.
  • Racers will be given "reasonable time" to repair their truck(s) if they notify a race official ASAP. This is to ensure every participating racer can race and have fun.
  • Racing format is bracket style elimination. Once racers have staged to race, the light operator will ask "Drivers ready?" and then say "Watch the light!". Go at Green.
  • If a racer goes while the light is Red, the racer is disqualified.
  • If a racer crosses into another racer's lane but does not hinder the other racer's performance, it will be dismissed and not count as a penalty. Otherwise the racer will be disqualified. If a racer is gaining an unfair advantage from crossing into the other racer's lane then they will be disqualified.
  • If there are any discrepancies or arguments on which truck won a race, the officials will watch footage to determine the winner. If a winner cannot be determined after reviewing footage, then a re-race will be called.

General Freestyle Rules
  • Every competing truck gets 60 seconds to freestyle. A truck can flip over once during their run and continue their freestyle, at the cost of a 3 point deduction to that truck’s final freestyle score.
  • Judges will score a truck’s run from a scale of 1-10 for tricks, momentum and time with the max possible score being a 30. At each event, 3 different individuals are selected to judge both the momentum and tricks categories. The scores for each category will be averaged across the three judges.
  • A truck’s run begins being judged once their first obstacle has been hit. All final decisions are determined by and at the discretion of race officials on race day. Fill in driver rule: If you are not able to make a race but want your trucks to be at the race, you can select a driver of equal level to race your trucks. You will have to pay entry fees and your trucks would get points for making the first round of racing. If the truck advances past that you do not get any more points.

Practice
Pro Mod
Bracket 1:
  • Minimum of 30 minutes open practice, 2 cars at a time from track opening.
  • Each truck is guaranteed a minimum of 2 laps in each lane.
  • Trucks are able to get extra practice runs, 2 laps on each side, by getting back in line.
Bracket 2:
  • 15 minutes controlled practice.
  • 2 laps in each lane, 2 cars at a time from track opening.
  • Trucks are able to get extra practice runs, 1 lap on each side, by getting back in line. One truck on the track per lane at a time.

Retro
Bracket 1:
    • 10 minutes open practice, 2 cars at a time from track opening.
Bracket 2:
  • 5 minutes open practice, 2 cars at a time from track opening or until everyone has had at least two runs on the layout.

Race Format
Pro Mod
    • 2 random drawn brackets, each with its own layout.
    • Brackets drawn so racer’s trucks are on opposite sides.

    • Scoring
    • 10 points awarded in round 1. 10 points per round as you advance. Minimum 10 points for attending.
    • Series points are based on your event score.

2 Sec. Penalties
  • Moving corner tires. (Grazing is okay. Reasonably moving will incur a penalty.)
  • Significantly moving lane pipes. (Outdoor tracks only.)
  • Not hitting jumps with two front tires.
  • Jumping the start line disqualifies you.
  • Crossing into your competitors lane is ok as long as you do not interrupt their race and you show you are trying to get your truck under control. “Example they have to avoid you using brakes or turn away” If you do then that is a disqualification. 5sec. penalty if you hit a turn marker and it goes into your competitors lane and they have to make adjustments to go around it. This will change when we get new turning markers that don't move easily.

Retro
  • 2 random drawn brackets on two layouts.
  • Brackets drawn so racer’s trucks are on opposite sides.

    • Freestyle
      • 60 second runs
      • Songs may be played during your run for extra flair
      • Random order

          Scoring
        • 3 criteria: Time, Momentum, and Tricks. 10 points max each.
        • Time: Points are your time divided by 5. Ex: 38s = 7.6 points.
        • Momentum: keeping your speed up and hitting every feature.
        • Tricks: jumping, backflips, wheelies etc. The more creative you are, the more points you will get.
        • Series points are based on your event score.

        • Momentum and Tricks Judging
        • There will be 3 judges that will score the following: Momentum and Tricks. Average is taken.
        • Judges are randomly picked for the event.

        • Deductions:
        • 3 points for flipping
        • Implemented if you are upside down for over 5 seconds.
        • No penalty is given should you end your run. Time is taken from the moment after you flip.
        • Flips end your run after 35 seconds.
        Racing - Monster Truck Class Specifications RC Monster Truck Racing - Open Rules
        • 1/10th scale Solid-Axle based trucks
        • Must resemble a monster truck in the spirit of full scale solid axle monster trucks.
        • No U4 or bomber style trucks
        • No independent suspension trucks (ex. Traxxas Stampede).
        • Clod Busters are allowed
        • Losi LMTs & other trucks with differentials in the center of the chassis need to run a spool/locker on that differential.
        • We welcome newcomers without this modification for their first race. We are happy to help you make this change for your next race.
        • Width: 16.25 inches max with tires
        • Wheelbase: 14.75 inches max
        • Minimum Body height to the top of body roof line “Any add on items are not included” at stationary ride height is 8 3/4”
        • Weight: Minimum 7 lbs.
        • Motor type: Brushless or brushed; No limit. 550 size 4 pole brushless motor is recommended.
        • Battery Type: 2S 7.4v LiPo battery (Hard Case Recommended). 3S 11.10v LiPo battery is allowed if running a lower kV brushless or high turn brushed motor (ex. 2000kv or 20T).
        • 2.6” MT wheels. At this time, 2.6” x 3” wheels, such as those that come on the LMT, are not allowed unless they run the stock LMT tires.
        Retro Monster Truck Class Specifications rules-RC Monster Truck Racing - Retro Rules
        • Clod Buster based or “shafty” style trucks with leaf spring. No 3-link or triangulated 4-link suspension systems. Must be 1/10th scale.
        • Gearing: Open
        • No sway bars of any kind
        • Body must be 1996 or older
        • Chassis and that fits the Retro theme is allowed.
        • Width: 15.4 inches max with tires
        • Motor Size: Sealed can bushing 27T
        • Battery Type: 2S 7.4v LiPo battery (Hard Case Recommended)
        • Wheelbase must represent the vehicle that it is replicating
        • 2.6 inch wheels that are scale appearing
        • Retro based tires (ex. Clodbuster tires & JConcepts Goldyears, JConcepts Firestorms)
        • No shaved “buffed” tires allowed
        • Tire Foam Open Cell Foam or no foam only! “Closed Cell Foam is not Legal”
        • Weight: Minimum 9 lbs.
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