Racing Rules for Derby Cars Made from LEGO® Bricks
Rules for racing derby cars made from LEGO® bricks
by Joe Gargiulo, Pinewood Pro
Rules for racing derby cars made from LEGO® bricks down a Pinewood Derby track that were built with the PRO Brick Wheel Assembly or PRO Brick Chassis. These rules are designed to encourage creativity and experimentation.
Car Weight
- Maximum car weight shall not exceed 5.0 oz.
- The 2x2 Zinc Brick (.44oz) is the best weight for derby cars made from LEGO® bricks because it can simply be snapped on like any LEGO® brick.
- For open class racing, the weight limit is at the discretion of the Race Manager.
Derby Car Dimensions
- Max Height: 4.5" - so the car clears the finish gate.
- Max Width: 3" - so the car does not interfere with the car in the adjacent lane.
- Max Length: 10" - so the car fits behind the start gate.
- Bottom clearance: 3/8" - so the car doesn't rub on the track center guide rail.
Derby Axles and Wheels
- PRO Brick Wheel Assembly or PRO Brick Chassis must be used to get precise wheel spacing for a Pinewood Derby track.
- All four wheels do not need to be in contact with the track; however, each car must have four wheels.
Lubrication
Lubrication is not allowed.
Car Modifications Not Allowed
- Wheel bearings, washers, or bushings are prohibited.
- The car must not ride on any type of springs.
- So called "cheater bars" at the front of the car to give an unfair starting advantage are prohibited.
- No starting or propulsion devices.
- The car must be freewheeling.
Other Race Rules
- Each car must pass inspection by the official inspection committee before it will be allowed to compete.
- Any modifications not expressly forbidden by any of the rules above are allowed, subject to final decision by a race official.
- The Inspection Committee may disqualify any car that does not meet the above specifications.
Car Repairs
- If pieces fall off the car, (common in Brick Derby™ car races!), the racer will have 5 minutes to put pieces back on the car.
- No additional pieces may be added when the car is repaired.
Derby cars made from LEGO® bricks at Pinewood Derby track starting gate
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