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Brakes

Brake requirements applicable to all Ultra4 competition vehicles.

Section 2.13 • Common Vehicle Requirements

2.13.1

Brakes must be able to apply adequate force to lock up all four tires. Brakes must be in a safe operating condition and free of leaks during the entire event. If brake system problems occur during the event they must be repaired before continuing in competition. See Section 10.3.5 ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY for more information and rules related to environmental concerns and considerations.

2.13.2

Turning, cutting, or steering brakes are permitted.

2.13.3

Manual, vacuum boosted, and hydraulically assisted brakes are permitted.

2.13.4

Brake pedal(s) mounted in driver’s footwell must be able to operate all brakes with a single foot.

2.13.5

Transmission and/or pinion-brake systems are permitted, providing they meet all other requirements specified herein.

2.13.6

Each vehicle shall have a means of applying continuous brake pressure while vehicle is parked with occupant(s) outside the vehicle. Hydraulic “line-locks” or mechanical “emergency brakes” are permitted.

2.13.7

Plastic brake lines are not permitted.