HINDUSTAN MOTORSPORTS

AN ISO 9001-2015 CERTIFIED COMPANY

RULEBOOK

SEASON-5
2-5 September, 2025
VENUE-RPM INTERNATIONAL RACING CIRCUIT, BHOPAL
CATEGORIES-IC & ELECTRIC

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CONTENT
1. Organization & Championship
1.1 Hindustan Formula Karting Championship
1.2 Organizing Committee
1.3 Official Announcements

2. Rules & Organization Authority

2.1 Rules Authority
2.2 Rules Validity
2.3 Rules Compliance
2.4 Right to Impound
2.5 Violation of Intent
2.6 General Authority
2.7 Loopholes
2.8 Behaviour
2.9 Vehicle Movement
2.10 Protests

3. Eligibility
3.1 Team Requirements
3.2 Team Registration
3.3 Registration Agreement
3.4 Registration Fee

4. Driver & Safety Requirements

4.1 Age
4.2 Driver’s License
4.3 Medical Insurance
4.4 Safety Gear
4.5 Suite
4.6 Underclothing
4.7 Helmet
4.8 Neck Support
4.9 Gloves
4.10 Shoes
4.11 Balaclava

5. Technical Specifications
5.1 Chassis Requirements
5.2 Wheelbase & Wheel Track
5.3 Chassis Material
5.4 Ground Clearance
5.5 Bumpers
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5.6 Suspension
5.7 Steering
5.8 Brakes
5.9 Brake Light
5.10 Pedals & Levers
5.11 Visibility Requirement
5.12 Fuel Tank
5.13 Driver Seat
5.14 Floor
5.15 Body Panel
5.16 Exhaust
5.17 Kill Switch
5.18 Wheels & Tyres
5.19 Fasteners
5.20 Electricals
5.21 Brake Over-Travel Switch
5.22 Fire Extinguisher
5.23 Wire Path
5.24 Firewall
5.25 Chain Guard
5.26 Battery Mounting
5.27 Push Rod/Kart Stand
5.28 Vehicle Identification

6. Powerhouse
6.1 Engine
6.2 Battery & Motor

7. Virtual Round
7.1 Requirements
7.2 Design Report
7.3 Cost Report
7.4 Business Plan
7.5 Innovation Report

8. Static Events
8.1 Technical Inspection
8.2 Design Evaluation
8.3 Business Plan Presentation
8.4 Manufacturing Test
8.5 Assembly/Disassembly Test

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9. Dynamic Tests
9.1 Acceleration & Brake Test
9.2 Skid-Pad Test
9.3 Autocross Test
9.4 Traction/Tug of War
9.5 Time Trial
9.6 Endurance

10.Results
10.1 Result

11.Markings

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1. Organization & Championship

1.1 HINDUSTAN FORMULA KARTING CHAMPIONSHIP
Are you a Motorsports enthusiast?
If yes, then witness the soul stirring action of Country's best Karts competing each other to wrap the
charcoal track with the fumes of rage and dullness, Get a chance to design the dream, fabricate in reality
and in all, fuel it with sweat and passion, sheer determination and unruffled nerves to the heathen clocks
challenging you Design your own Kart, fabricate it and battle at our tracks but make sure we are not just
looking for the race lovers but Engineers, skill yourself with the finest of technicalities with your vehicle.
It’s not the burger which excites you, it's the Engine Roar.
Don't believe us. The basic outline of event consists of designing and fabricating a go kart and then
competing with these go-karts in the final race. All the participating teams will have no bars for creativity
and innovation with few restrictions mentioned in the Rule Book. The real essence of the event lies in
the sheer engineering practical application and tests in real time.
Each team is competing to have its design accepted for manufacture by a fictitious firm. The students
must function as a team to design, innovate, build, test, promote and compete with a vehicle within the
limits of the rules. The vehicle and associated documentation must be researched, designed and
fabricated by the team members without direct-indirect involvement of professionals and faculty. Proof
of manufacturing (photograph/video) can be asked to present at any time during the event. Vehicles,
which have been professionally fabricated, may be penalized heavily or even disqualified from the
competition. The decisions of the organizing committee in this regard will be final. Team must also
generate financial support for their project and manage their educational priorities.

1.2 ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

The organization provides a platform to young enthusiasts, engineers and car lovers to showcase their
talent at a grandeur stage. Racing is not just about speed but more about how you survive breakdowns
and the best way to do so is by competing with the best. Committee organizes motorsport events where
you can learn and earn while having fun. The organization fosters innovation and provides students with
an opportunity to be recognized at national level for Research and Development careers in automotive
engineering. Now it is the time to challenge your potential and experience the thrill by competing with
the best minds of the nation. Design, innovate, learn and get ready to pull the throttle and win accolades
across the country. Organizing committee holds all the rights to change the venue, dates, Prize Money
of the event with the prior information of about one week.

1.3 OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

The official announcement regarding Hindustan Formula Karting Championship will be updated on
www.hindustanmotorsports.in

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2. Rules & Organization Authority

2.1 Rules Authority

There are several rules, regulations and restrictions which are to be followed by participating teams. Organizing
committee is having right to impound each and every rule associated with the event. Violation by any participating
member or team may be liable to be penalized severely, inclusive of and up to elimination of the team from the
competition at any age or withdrawal of award/awards, as well. Ambiguities or questions concerning the meaning
or intend of these rules will be resolved by HFKC-5 O.C onsite during competition.

2.2 Rules Validity

Rules will be same throughout the event. However, amendments (if any) made will be informed to all the
participating teams on their registered mail id.

2.3 Rules Compliance

By registering for this event the team members of the team, faculty advisors and other personal of
college/university agree to comply with and will be bounded by the rules, interpretation or procedures issued or
announced by HFKC-5.All members are required to cooperate with and follow all instructions, penalties and result
from the organizers, officials & judges. Disputes if any are subjected to Ujjain jurisdiction only.

2.4 Right to Impound

HINDUSTAN MOTORSPORTS reserves the right to impound any onsite registered vehicle at any time or at the stage
during the competition for inspection and the examination by organizers, officials and technical inspectors.

2.5 Violation of Intent

The violation of intent rule be considered a violation of rule itself. Questions about the intent or meaning
of a rule may be addressed by the organizers.
2.6 General Authority
HFKC-5 organizing committee reserves the sole rights to revise the schedule or venue of the competition und
interpret or modify the competition rules at any point of time and in any manner that is in their sole judgment,
required for the efficient operation of the event or the HFKC-5 as a whole. Also if the organizers find it to re-
conduct the certain round or event in case of any disputes, confusion, failure in maintaining. Strictness or any
other reason, then the organizers have full authority to reorganize event/particular round at their sole discretion
without being questioned. Hindustan Motorsports has all the rights to make changes in event dates, venue, prize
money, etc.

2.7 Loopholes
It is virtually impossible for a set of rules to be so comprehensive that it covers all possible questions
about the vehicle's design parameters or the conduct of the competition. Please keep in mind that the
safety remains of paramount importance during HFKC-5 so any perceived loopholes should resolved in
the direction of increased safety/concept of the competition.

2.8 Behaviour
Unsportsmanlike Conduct-In the event of unsportsmanlike conduct the team will receive a warning from
an official. A second violation will result in expulsion of the team from the competition. Failure of a team
member to follow an instruction or command directed specifically to that team or team member would
result in a twenty-five (25)-point penalty
Arguments with Officials-Argument with, or disobedience to any official may result in the team being
eliminated from the Competition. All members of the team may be immediately escorted from the
grounds Smoking and Illegal Material - Alcohol, illegal drugs, weapons or other illegal material are
prohibited on the event site during the competition. This rule will be in effect during the entire
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competition any violation of this rule by a team member will cause the expulsion of the entire team. This
applies to both team members and faculty advisors. Any use of drugs or the use of alcohol by an underage
individual, will be reported to the local authorities for prosecution.

2.9 Vehicle Movement

Vehicles may not move under their own power anywhere but on the practice or competition tracks. Off
track vehicles must be pushed at a normal walking pace by means of Push Bar/members pushing the
vehicle, with all four (4) wheels on the ground, a team member sitting in the cockpit to steer and brake
and with another team member walking beside the car During performance events when the excitement
is high, it is particularly important that the car be moved at a slow pace in the pits. Violation of this rule
will result directly into the 25 points penalty.

Other Penalties
a. Violation of rules- 100 points disqualification
b. Misbehaviour/arguments with officials or volunteers-100 points/disqualification
c. Tampering with TI sticker or making restricted changes in vehicle after TI-100 points/disqualification
d. Entry without permission on tracks- 100 points disqualification
Intentional damage of track/tent/other properties will result to the penalty of Rs.5,00,000 INR /- or more
on the team also prize and certificates will not be awarded to the particular team/team members.

2.10 Protests
We recognize that there can be differences in the interpretation of rules, the application of penalties and
the understanding of procedures. The officials and staff will make every effort to fully review all questions
and resolve problems and discrepancies quickly and equitably.
Preliminary Review Required
If a team has a question about scoring. Judging, policies or any official action it must be brought to the
organizers attention for an informal preliminary review before a protest can be filed.
Cause for Protest
A team may protest for dynamic round scores. Teams, team members or any other members may not
protest for rule interpretations or actions Protest for any other issue other than dynamic round scores
will be considered unethical and illegal with regards to this rulebook and appropriate legal action will be
taken against such team/team members in this case. Such protest will also result in permanent
disqualification or banned for future events.
Who can file the protest?
Only team captain on behalf of whole team can file the protest. Other team members should not
accompany or interfere in filing of such protest.
Protest Format and Forfeit
All protests must be filed in writing in prescribed manner with in stipulated time and presented to the
organizer. In order to have a protest considered, a team must deposit an Rs.30, 000/- amount, which will
be forfeited if their protest is rejected.
Time duration to file protest
Protests concerning any aspect of the competition must be filed within half hour (30 minutes) of the
posting of the scores of the event to which the protest relates.
Decision-The decision of the competition protest committee regarding any protest is final and is non-
challengeable. All the disputes (If any) regarding the whole event are subject to only Ujjain Court
jurisdiction.

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3. Eligibility
3.1 Team Requirements
The team registering for HFKC-5 must have a
 Team Name
 Team Logo
 Team Captain
 Drivers
 Faculty Advisor
Maximum 5 teams can register from one college but Team Name, logo, driver and must be different but faculty
advisor can be same. There cannot be more than 30 members in a single team in any scenario.
Eligibility Criteria-Eligibility is limited to undergraduate and graduate students from engineering degree/diploma
to ensure that this event is an engineering competition rather than a race, our sole motive remains the honing up
of engineers and encouraging better engineering practices. Individual members of a team participating in this
competition must satisfy the following requirements. Team members must be enrolled as degree seeking
undergraduate or graduate students in a college or university. (Team members who have graduated in 2024 can
be a part of team as alumni member, he or she can hold any position in the team). Faculty Advisor Requirements-
Each team is expected to have a Faculty Advisor appointed by the university. The faculty advisor is expected to
work as a team advisor and is not allowed to interfere during static and dynamic events. Faculty advisors should
not get involved directly or indirectly in design, build or repair any parts of the vehicle & ensure it is done by
participating students only.
3.2 Team Registration
Team Registration Online registration will be open 24x7 on our website www.hindustanmotorsports.in from 1st
July, 2024. Once the team has been registered online, the payment must be done at the time of registration and
payment receipt should be uploaded with the registration form. (In case of payment failure within the due dates,
online registration will be cancelled)
3.3 Registration Agreement
By registering in HFKC-5 the Team Captain/Team Member/Faculty Advisor/College Management must agree with
the rules and regulations. They understand that all the information provided in the registration documents and
online registration forms are correct to the best of their knowledge Also, they accept that team would undertake
all the activities without the help of a professional directly or indirectly. In case of violation of rules and regulations
specified in this Rule Book, the team is liable for disciplinary actions as per the decision of the Management. The
amount deposited by teams is non-refundable in any circumstances.
3.4 Registration Fee
Registration fees of Rs 32,500/- per team (All inclusive, up to 25 members) non-refundable or adjustable in any
circumstances. For extra member, Rs. 1000/- per member (Maximum extra members that can be added is 5 i.e.
the team size cannot be more than 30 in any case) and the option adding the extra members more than 25 will be
available after the register phase.

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4. Driver’s Requirement
4.1 Age
Every Team is supposed to have two drivers and both the drivers of the team must be at least 18 years of age.
4.2 Driver’s License
Each driver must have a valid Driver's License (Four Wheeler) issued by the Government of India (Learner's License
not allowed). Both drivers must provide a license copy when insisted by Technical Committee.
4.3 Driver’s Insurance
It is mandatory for both the drives to have a valid accidental and medical insurance to be eligible for the event.
4.4 Driver’s Safety Gears
The following are the minimum requirements and restrictions that will be enforced through technical inspection,
at any stage of competition. Noncompliance if any observed by the inspection/organizing/judging committee
members must be corrected and no vehicles without passing the technical inspection would be allowed to
participate further in the event. All the parts of Driver's Safety Gear must meet the required rating (specified). No
driver would be allowed to drive the vehicle without the complete driver's safety gear in any of the dynamic event.
All the safety gears shall have manufacturers labelled attached with a month & year of manufacturing, which is
mandatory. Without label and invoice, teams will not be allowed to participate.
4.5 Driver Suite
A fire resistant one piece suit, made from a minimum of 1-layer that covers the body from the neck down to the
ankles and the wrists. The suit must be certified to either one of the following standards and be labelled as such:
SFI 3.2 (or higher) FIA Standard 1986.
4.6 Underclothing
It is strongly recommended that all drivers wear fire resistant underclothing (long pants and long sleeve t-shirt)
under their approved driving suit. This fire resistant underclothing should be made from an acceptable fire
resistant material and should cover the driver's body completely from neck down to ankles and also the wrists
Note: If you don't wear fire resistant underclothing, it is mandatory that you wear cotton under clothing (t-shirt
and long underpants) under approved driving suit.
4.7 Helmet
A well-fitting closed face helmet that meets one of the following certifications and is labelled as such Dot, Snell
K2000, K2005, K2010, M2000, M2005, M2010, and SA2000. SA2005, SA2010 SFI 31.2A. SFI 31.1/2005 - FIA 8860-
2004 FIA 8860-2010.ISI Rated helmets are not allowed.
Open-faced helmets are not allowed. All helmets to be used in the competition must be presented during Technical
Inspection where approved Helmets will be stickered. The organizer reserves the right to impound all non-
approved helmets until the end of the competition.
4.8 Neck Support
The use of neck support is mandatory. The neck support must be a full circle (360) and SFI rated. Horseshoe collars
are not allowed. SFI 3.0/3.3A accepted.
4.9 Gloves
Only SFI or FIA rated gloves are accepted.
4.10 Shoes
Fire resistant shoes made from acceptable fire resistant material. Shoes must be certified to the standard and
labelled as such SFI 3.3 or higher FIA 88562000.

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Note: Sport shoes / Canvas shoes /Leather shoes / Industrial safety shoes are not allowed at any point of the
event.
4.11 Balaclava
Balaclava should cover the driver’s head, hair and neck, made of a fire resistant material. Only SFI rated balaclava
is acceptable.

NOTE-DRIVER KIT MUST NOT BE MORE THAN 2 YEARS (SFI Rated) & 10 YEARS (FIA Rated) OLD RESPECTIVELY
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5. Technical Specifications
5.1 Chassis Requirements
The vehicle must necessarily have four (4) wheels not in a straight line. The mountings and designing of chassis
should be such that there should be minimum 2 inches (gap) clearances between the driver and any component
of the vehicle in static and dynamic condition hands, x thigh etc. Body parts making contact with the parts at
normal seating position are excluded from the rule. The overall length must be less than 80 inches, overall width
must be less than 60 inches and the maximum height should be less than 55 inches from the ground. Any gaps or
Holes in chassis are not permitted.
5.2 Wheelbase & Wheel Track
The vehicle must have a wheelbase maximum up to 65 inches & minimum wheelbase can be according to team’s
design requirement and wheel track (front or rear) must be no less than 60%-85% of the wheelbase of the vehicle.
Maximum wheel track (front or rear) should not exceed 55 inches.

Wheelbase

Wheel Track

5.3 Chassis Material

The tube/rectangular pipe used in the fabrication of the chassis or the other frames/supports may be seam or
seamless. Minimum cross section must be 1 inch (25.4 mm), for pipe it will be OD and for rectangular section or
square section, it will be its minimum height. Chassis material must have minimum wall thickness of 1.25 mm.
Material certification is essential required to be produced during the technical inspection. Material should be
certified from any of the material testing laboratories for its chemical and mechanical properties, the same report
should be presented at the time of inspection and throughout the event.
5.3 Ground Clearance
With the driver on-board there must be a minimum of 25.4 mm (1 inch) of static ground clearance measured from
the lowest point (except tyre) of the vehicle, under the complete vehicle (like chain sprocket, brake disc in ground
clearance would be entertained).
5.4 Bumpers

Bumpers must be installed in the front and rear of the vehicle such that they cover the tyres and protect them
from any collision which may occur on the track. They must be made of S.S or M.S tubes. Minimum OD 0.6 inch
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where temporary rope or harness can be tied for towing purpose. Use of Aluminium material is not permitted.
Seamless tubes are mandatory.
5.5 Suspension
Strictly Prohibited
5.6 Steering
The steering system must be able to control (simultaneously) at least two (2) wheels. The steering system must
have positive steering stops that prevent the steering linkages from locking up either in RH or LH turning the
inversion of a four-bar linkage at one of the pivots). The stops may be placed on the spindles or chassis or on the
rack and must prevent the tires from contact in body or frame members during the dynamic events. Allowable
total steering system free play (inclusive of play in all the steering linkages) is limited to seven degrees, measured
at the steering wheel. The steering wheel must be mechanical connected to the front wheels, i.e. Steer by-wire or
electronic steering prohibited. Maximum turning radius should not exceed 3.5m.
5.7 Brakes
The brake system installed must be capable of stopping the vehicle in a straight line without losing control during
the brake test. The vehicle must have hydraulic braking system and the pedal must directly actuate the master
cylinder through a rigid link (cables are not allowed). All brake lines must be securely mounted and not fall below
any portion of the vehicle. Electronic braking systems are strictly prohibited. In case of any wheel to disc brake
mechanism bleeding ports for disc calliper should be upside to that of piston mechanism of calliper. There should
be no leakage from the tandem master cylinder (TMC) or reservoir.
5.8 Brake Light
The vehicle must be installed with a brake light red in colour which is clearly visible from the rear. If an LED brake
light is used, it must be clearly visible in very bright sunlight. This light must be mounted between the wheel
centreline. All the electrical connections done must be well insulated and should be tied properly.
5.9 Pedals & Levers
In any case, pedals must never protrude forward of the chassis including bumpers. Pedal footrest must be
provided. Pedals should not tend to bend on the application of force during dynamic events. Pedal size should be
according to the driver's foot Karts with manual transmission system are allowed to use gear lever system of either
mechanical linkage or wire cable type Movement of gear lever links wire cable must not be restricted by any other
component and should maintain a significant clearance with every component nearby.
5.10 Visibility Requirement
Engine compartment must be completely visible to examiners.
5.11 Fuel Tank
The capacity of the fuel tank can be up to max 5 litters in volume. The placement of fuel tank should be such that
it maintains a proper distance from the engine and also it should not be above the battery. It must be securely
fixed to the chassis and be designed in such a way that neither it nor the fuel pipes (which must be flexible present
any danger of leakage during the event. A quick attachment to the chassis is strongly recommended. The tank
shall in no way be shaped to act as an aerodynamic device. The fuel feed system to the engine must be the same
as provided by the manufacturer of that engine. There must be a fuel volume indicator to display the volume of
fuel inside the tank.
5.12 Driver Seat
The seat mounting must be rigid enough to withstand the various forces that the vehicle will undergo while the
go-kart is being driven on the track. The driver seat should be at least 1 inch away from the firewall's each and
every corner. The Driver's seat must be mounted in such a way that it prevents lateral motion of the driver when
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of the chassis frame. Under any condition what-so-ever. Only go-kart bucket seat is acceptable. Seats used from
chairs or stools or seats having height from floor pan are strictly prohibited.
5.13 Floor
The cockpit must be fitted with a belly pan over the entire length of the cockpit, so that the driver cannot contact
the ground and is protected from debris while seated normally, Belly pan material must be metal, fiberglass,
plastic, or similar material. They must be designed to prevent debris and foreign object intrusion into the driver
compartment. Expanded metal fabric, or perforated panels are not allowed.
5.14 Body Panel
Every kart must be equipped with the minimum bodyworks and it should not be made of metal. The body parts
which a kart should have are Front bodyworks, Rear bodyworks, Right side bodyworks & Left side bodyworks.
There should be sufficient space on body panels to accommodate stickers of event and sponsors.
Please note that only self-fabricated bodyworks are considered for evaluation of the winner for aesthetics. The
teams are free to design any type of bodyworks but the minimum requirements must be fulfilled.
5.15 Exhaust
The exhaust system should be so chosen such that it reduces down the emission of harmful gases from the
exhaust. Use of suitable catalytic converter and the mufflers is recommended. The exhaust system must be
properly shielded preventing the delicate parts which may get affected if exposed to the heat. The exhaust must
be mounted properly to avoid the physical contacts of the viewers or the technical inspectors. Shielding to
exhaust pipe with cotton rope, jute rope is strictly prohibited. Team can use metallic porous sheet to cover the
exhaust pipes. The shielding of exhaust must be such that it does not cause hindrance in the heat dissipation of
exhaust pipe and also shielding guard should not have any direct contact with the exhaust.
5.16 Kill Switches
The electrical system must include at least two kill switches. One should be accessible by the driver inside the
Cockpit and another should be accessible by the officials, inspectors, and coordinators in case of emergency. The
kill switches must NOT deactivate the brake light. Kill switch must kill the engine on pressing only, not on pulling.
5.17 Wheels & Tyres
Only Go-kart standard tyres must be used.
5.18 Fasteners
Locking nuts are mandatory to be used everywhere in the vehicle. All bolts used in the system must meet metric
grade M8.8. No fastener used should be less than 8.8 hardness. Thread lockers spring washers are prohibited. All
fasteners used should have minimum three (3) threads showing past the nut.
5.19 Electrical
Vehicle starting system should be electric start either by push button or by key. Vehicle not having electrical start
system will not be allowed in the event.
5.20 Brake Over travel Switch
Kart should have rigidly mounted brake over travel switch. It should not be operable in normal braking condition.
It should act only in case of brake failure or the over travel of brake pedal. It must kill the engine only and not the
brake light connection on pressing.
5.21 Fire Extinguisher
Each team must have at least two (2) no’s of fire extinguisher each of 1(one) KG ABC type. One fire extinguisher
must be mounted on the kart within the reach of driver and other with a team representative accompanying the
kart throughout the event. Fire extinguisher should be in proper working condition. It should be accompanied
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5.22 Wire Path
No pipelines/wire connections must go under the chassis. It is strictly prohibited. Doing so may lead to
disqualification of the team.
5.23 Firewall
Firewall is a boundary which protects the driver from the heat produced by the engine. So, the firewall must be
made up of a suitable material which can solve the purpose. It should be made in such a manner that driver's
body parts are not affected by the engine heat at any time during the dynamic/static condition. There should be
minimum 2 inch clearance between the firewall and the engine cylinder block and minimum 1inch clearance
between the firewall and other parts of engine.
5.24 Chain Guard
It is mandatory to have a protection of chain and sprocket by use of any metal sheet or plastic cover to ensure
safety or powertrain and driver.
5.25 Battery Mounting
Battery mounting must be done in such a way that it is away from the heat generated by the engine. Mounting
must be made of metal and should be able to restrict motion of battery in any direction. Insulation material like
foam or rubber must be inserted in casing to prevent direct contact of battery and the mounting.
5.26 Push/Pull Rod or Kart Stand
It is mandatory for all the teams to have a push/pull rod or a kart stand for movement of the vehicle in the event
premises.
5.27 Vehicle Identification
Each team will be given a vehicle number, and the vehicle will be known by this number in the whole event.
Teams are required to have a team name with an impressive team logo along with the college logo, which is to
be placed on the vehicle's body with HFKC-5 and HINDUSTAN MOTORSPORTS logo. Teams are advised not to
place any logos on the front nose of the vehicle because the vehicle number will be placed on the front of the
vehicle. The kart number must be clearly visible from all sides, front and rear of the vehicle. The height of
numbers must be at least 152.4 mm (6 in). And must have a minimum line width of 15 mm (0.6 in.) and 76. 2 mm
(3 in) wide it is mandatory to stick kart number in black font colour and in yellow background only.

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6. Powerhouse
6.1 Engine Specifications

Single Cylinder, Four Stroke Engine

Engine Cooling System- Air/water/oil Cooled
Maximum Capacity- 160CC
Type of Transmission-Manual gearbox/CVT/Centrifugal Clutch type
Engine Tuning- Teams have full flexibility to tune the engine, but there are few restrictions which a team must
not do at all during the whole event i.e. Increase engine capacity, temper the rated RPM of engine, modify the
internal of combustion cylinder or piston & using energy boosting devices/hybrid systems are strictly prohibited.
Teams can design their vehicle at any maximum speed. This can be done by selecting an appropriate final drive
reduction under any circumstances, if any teams found tempering with the engine (with reference to the above
points) shall be subjected to immediate disqualification from the competition. The jurisdiction lies in the hands of
the HFKC-5 authorities.
Original bill of original registration papers (if vehicle belongs to team members) or an attested no objection
certificate (NOC) from the owner with the original registration papers is to be presented during Technical
inspections. Failure to present the same will directly lead to disqualification of the team.
Note- Positive locks and recoil spring must be provided with the throttle pedal
At the end of race, Engine of suspected karts may be inspected. However, if any team alters the capacity of
cylinder, will be disqualified from the event. Power Train Guards all rotating parts such as belts, chains, and
sprockets that rotate at the rate of the drive axle(s) or faster, must be shielded to prevent injury to the driver or
by standers if the components fly apart due to centrifugal force. These guards/shields must extend around the
periphery of the belt or chain and must be wider than the rotating part they are protecting. They must be mounted
with sound engineering practice, in order to resist vibration. Rotating parts must also be guarded all around, in
addition to the guard around the periphery. All around guarding finger guards) must prevent small, searching
fingers from getting caught in any rotating part. Non rigid, fabric coverings. Ceconite and neoprene are
unacceptable for use as finger guards.
A complete cover around the engine and drive-train is an acceptable shield there must not be any sharp edges on
the complete vehicle.
6.2 Battery & Motor

Motor Type-Any type of DC Motor

Maximum Nominal Power-6kW
Maximum Voltage-72V
 Motor must not give power output more than 6 KW any time in the event.
 Teams are free to use any type of controller suitable with motor and battery package.
 Motor must not be directly connected with battery. It must have Controller in between.
 The Battery must be rigidly fixed in the kart with good engineering practices.
 Battery terminals must be properly insulted.

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7. Virtual Round
In the Virtual Round, all the teams are required to showcase their research and development in a power
point presentation and also the same should be mailed at [email protected]. The
prime objective is to design the complete CAD Model of the Go-kart. The design should be complete in
all respects to the extent of being considered ready-to-manufacturing. The teams will be evaluated
based on their knowledge of the basic automotive design technology and about the Go-Kart design and
manufacturing requirements. There will not be any elimination for the teams who are appearing for the
virtual round. Further details/guidelines for the virtual round will be released on team login page.
Documents to be prepared:
Vehicle Design
Design Report
Innovation Report
Cost Report
Design Validation Plan
Gantt chart
7.1 Design Report

The design report must contain all the necessary details related to the vehicle like analysis, calculations,
etc. This report must not exceed 15 pages and it is recommended to provide at least three different
views of vehicle drawing with proper dimensions. This can be verified during Final Round. Further
guidelines will be uploaded in the team account on website.
Only top 5 teams will be selected for Final Design Evaluation round in the final event.
7.2 Cost Report
The cost report must include all the calculations and cost of the parts procured and also its machining
cost as per market rates. Only GST bill accepted in cost reports. All original bills needed.
A detailed BOM must be provided including each and every details of all the assemblies’ separately. It
should also cover details about the process, raw material and cost associated to that particular part.
Only top 5 teams will be selected for Cost Report Presentation round in the final event.
Event rules are: To provide a logical, simple and time efficient rule set enabling students to achieve the
event's objectives. To improve fairness by providing consistent pricing guidelines independent of team
geographical location by using standardized Cost Tables to require the minimal burden of supporting
documentation such as receipts or catalogue pages. However, in order to convey design information to
cost judges engineering documentation (drawings. process descriptions, etc.) are required.
Event Requirements
This event is comprised of three (3) parts
Part 1 "Cost Report the preparation and submission of a report (the "Cost Report"), which is to be sent which is to
be submitted.
Part 2 "Discussion" A discussion at the Competition with the Cost Judges around the team kart. This evaluates not
only the cost of the car, but also the team's ability to prepare accurate engineering and manufacturing cost
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Part 3 "Real Case" Real case scenario where students will have to respond to a challenge related to cost of
manufacturing of the student vehicle
Definitions The following definitions will apply throughout the cost event rules
Adjusted Cost-The final cost for the vehicle including penalties Amended Cost the cost of the vehicle after
modification by the competition addendum
Bill of Material - A hierarchical list of all parts of the vehicle Cost Report All materials, including electronic and hard
copy submitted for judging Cost Tables All tables that list costs for objects and processes Design for Manufacture
and Assembly (DFMA) the process where parts are designed for ease of manufacture and assembly, resulting in
lower cost. Fixed Cost Costs associated variable costs when included in the Cost Report
Initial Cost The cost of the vehicle submitted for initial judging in the Cost Report
Lean Manufacture - A methodology for producing goods the emphasizes the elimination of waste and
improvement in process how with the goal of optimizing the cost and quality of goods.
Minimum Constraint Design (MCD) A design methodology emphasizing elimination of redundant constraints in the
attachment of parts. Each part requires constraint in six degrees of freedom and additional constraints can make
assembly difficult force tight tolerances and increase the cost of manufactured goods.
Purchased Parts Also called bought parts: these items are listed in the Cost Tables in a near as installed condition.
For example wheels, engines and motors are purchased parts. In some cases, purchased parts may still require
additional processing before they can be assembled to the car. Wheels, for example, do not include the machined
features for mounting to the hub. Purchased parts do not include fasteners unless specifically noted in the Cost
Tables.
Quantity the amount of the item.
Raw Materials used for manufacturing parts, such as aluminium, steel and rubber hose.
Tools refer to hand or power tools used to assemble the vehicle. The costs of these tools are not included in the
Cost Report the effects of the tools used for assembly are captured in the process tables for labour as different
costs are given based on the tools used for assembly.
Variable Cost is a cost associated with production that is proportional to the vehicle volume produced. All costs
submitted with the Cost Report will be variable costs.
General Requirements- The Cost Report Must:
Use the standardized Cost Tables.
List and cost every part on the prototype vehicle. This includes any equipment fitted on the vehicle at any time
during the competition. The cost of any on-board fire suppression system, rain tires, video or radio system, and
transponder does not need to be included in the Cost Report.
Be used on the estimated costs of materials, fabrication, purchased parts, and assembly of the kart. The costs must
be calculated as defined in the rules
Be based on actual manufacturing techniques used on the prototype.
Includes tooling for processes requiring it.
The cost tables have been designed to:
Be verifiable at the event. Differentiating between different types of materials (for example different alloys of
steel) is not possible so no differentiation is made in the table cost
Minimize influence on safety equipment content. For example, driver harnesses are cost independent of the style
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Higher costs of some goods must reflect actually higher value of those goods. However, the costs must still allow
for team innovation and vehicle content with some reduction in cost score
7.3 Business Plan
All the teams have to submit and present a business plan associated with the kart manufactured by them. Teams
may also present a prototype of their plan.
Only top 5 teams will be selected for Business Plan Presentation round in the final event.
7.4 Innovation Report
It is not mandatory for all the teams. This report and event does not carry any point and will not have any impact
on overall rankings of the teams. In case any team is doing any kind of innovation in their kart they must submit
all the reports at the time of virtual round and which will be verified and examined physically at the time of final
event.
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8. Static Events
8.1 Technical Inspection
Objective to determine if the vehicle meets the HFKC-5 Rules requirements and resections and if
considered as a whole, it satisfies the intent of the Rules.
For purposes of interpretation and inspection the violation of the intent of a rule is considered a violation
of the rule itself.
Technical inspection is a non-scored activity.
B. Inspection & Testing Requirement
Each vehicle must pass all parts of technical inspection and testing, and hear the inspection stickers,
before it is permitted to participate in any dynamic event or to run on the practice track.
C. Team Responsibility
Teams are responsible for confirming that their kart, and the required equipment, satisfies the
requirements and restrictions of the HFKC-5 Rules before presenting it for Technical Inspection
Presenting a kart for Technical Inspection constitutes a declaration by the team that they have
determined by self-inspection that the vehicle complies with the Rules.
D. Items to be Inspected- The Technical Inspection Sheet (detailed list of items) to be inspected will be
available on website.
E. Technical Inspection Procedure-
a. Collage level Technical Inspection- In-House IT is the preliminary technical inspection of the kart
inside the college itself and it will be executed by Faculty Advisor. Separate guidelines for collage
level TI will he made available in the account. Minimum of 80% work completion is required in order
to attend the college level TI.
b. Technical Inspection in Final Round - Technical Inspection in the final round will examine all items
included on the TI Sheet that can be found in team account plus any other items the inspectors may
wish to examine to ensure conformance with the Rules. The exact procedures and instruments
employed for inspection and testing are entirely at the discretion of the Chief Technical Inspector.
Decisions of the inspectors and the Chief Technical Inspector concerning vehicle compliance are final
and are not permitted to be appealed.
c. Inspection Condition- Vehicles must be presented for technical inspections in finished condition,
i.e. fully assembled, complete and ready to-run. Technical inspectors will not inspect any vehicle
presented for inspection in an unfinished state.
NOTE: Karts may be presented for technical inspection even if final tuning and set-up has not been
finished.
d. Correction and Re-inspection- If any part of a vehicle does not comply with the Rules, or is
otherwise deemed to be a concern. Then the team must correct the problem and have the kart re-
inspected. The judges and inspectors have the right to re-inspect any vehicle at any time during the
competition and require correction of non-compliance.
"As-Approved Condition" Once a vehicle has passed inspection, except as specifically allowed for
"Modification and Repairs", it must remain in the
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F Driver Exit Time- A inflexible part of technical inspection where driver must come out of the kart in
5sec with or without the steering wheel.
8.2 Design Evaluation
Teams will be evaluated as per their design report submitted during the virtual. Only top 5 teams
selected from virtual presentation will be eligible for this round remaining teams will get their markings
as per their report and presentation during virtual round.
8.3 Business Pan Presentation
Teams will be evaluated as per their business plan submitted during the virtual. Only top 5 teams
selected from virtual presentation will be eligible for this round remaining teams will get their markings
as per their report and presentation during virtual round.
8.4 Manufacturing Test
This test is to check team members manufacturing skills it can be welding, cutting, grinding, drilling, etc.
8.5 Dis-Assembly/Assembly Test
During this test teams will be given a certain time in which team members have to disassemble their kart
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9. Dynamic Events
9.1 Acceleration & Brake Test
Brake Test
It's mandatory for a vehicle to pass the brake test to participate in any of the dynamic events. The vehicle must
stop in a straight line after the brake is applied on the vehicle and the wheels on which the brake mechanism is
acting must get locked immediately after pedal is pressed. Each vehicle will be given only 3 attempts to pass the
brake test. After the successful brake test attempt, vehicle will not be allowed to avail remaining attempts (if left)
Vehicle dynamic stability will also be checked during the test, vehicle possessing abnormal behaviour will be
checked again. The TI can be cancelled if the vehicle is found dynamically unstable or unsafe in the Brake Test.
Few frequently occurred problems are listed below Un-usual sound from transmission (generally sound produced
by chain) Unsafe frame (Design and manufacturing) Improper wheel alignment etc. If these issues found with the
vehicle after static inspection, vehicle Technical Inspection will be cancelled and again will be given chance to
rectify it.
The guidelines will be elaborated on venue only.
Acceleration Test
The guidelines will be elaborated on venue only.
Scoring Formula-Acceleration score 100x (T (longest- Yours)/T (Longest-Shortest))
NOTE: Each team may make two (2) attempts may or may not with different drivers Scoring will be based on the
better of the two attempts.
The objective of the skid-pad event is to measure the Kart cornering ability on a flat surface while making a
constant-radius turn.
Skid Pad Layout- Will be disclosed at event site.
NOTE: Each team may make two (2) attempts may or may not with different drivers Scoring will be based on the
better of the two attempts.
Scoring Formula-Skid Pad score 100x (T (longest- Yours)/T (Longest-Shortest))
Penalties-Will be disclosed at event site.
DNF- Vehicles that spin-out can continue as long as they have not gone off course but if they go out of the course
then to be classified as DNF.
Incorrect Laps- Vehicles that do not follow procedure, i.e. run an incorrect number of laps or run the Laps in the
wrong sequence will be classified as DNF.
9.3 Autocross Test
The objective of the autocross event is to evaluate the vehicle's manoeuvrability and handling qualities of a tight
course without the hindrance of competing vehicles. The autocross course will combine the performance features
of acceleration, braking, and cornering into one event.
Procedure-all details provided in final dynamic rounds.
NOTE: Each team will get two (2) attempt only
Scoring Formula-Autocross score 100x (T (longest- Yours)/T (Longest-Shortest))
Penalties-Will be disclosed at event site.
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9.4 Traction/Tug of War
It is not mandatory for all the teams to participate in this test. It does not carry any points in overall rankings of
the event. Layout and further details of this test will be disclosed at the time of event.
9.5 Time Trials
This event is to decide the pole position of the karts for endurance. Team completing one lap in the shortest time
will be given first pole position in the endurance and other teams will be given position as per their time taken to
complete one lap in time trials. Teams failing to complete time trial in given time or judges and officials finds any
issues in the kart while time trial then that team will be declared as NOT FIT FOR ENDURANCE and will directly be
disqualified from Endurance.
9.6 Endurance Test
Endurance details for this event will be disclosed at the event site only.
Mechanical Problem- No additional penalty other than the time lost to ensure that the car is safe to continue.
Reckless or Aggressive Driving- Any reckless or aggressive driving behaviour (such as forcing another car off the
track, refusal to allow passing, or close driving that would cause the likelihood of car contact) will result in a black
flag for the driver. When a driver receives a black flag signal, he must proceed to the penalty box to listen to a
reprimand for his driving behaviour. The amount of time spent in the penalty box will vary from one (1) to four (4)
minutes depending upon the severity of the offense.
Inexperienced Driver-The Chief Director of Operations may disqualify a driver if the driver is too slow, too
aggressive, or driving in a manner that, in the sole opinion of the event, officials, demonstrates an inability to
properly control their car resulting in a DNF.

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10. Results
10.1 Results
All the results of dynamic and static tests will be written on sticker at event site or on the team’s marking sheet.
The decisions by the officials will be the final and teams must comply with it.No team has the right to object the
decision of the officials regarding the result. Teams are requested to settle any dispute in a professional manner.

10. Markings
VIRTUAL ROUND & STATIC EVENTS
REPORTS & MODELS 150
DESIGN PRESENTATION 50
BUSINESS PLAN PRESENTATION 50
COST REPORT PRESENTATION 50
DESIGN EVALUATION 200
TECHNICAL INSPECTION QUALIFIER
TOTAL POINTS 500 POINTS

DYNAMIC TESTS
BRAKE TEST QUALIFIER
ACCELERATION TEST 100
SKID-PAD TEST 100
AUTOCROSS TEST 100
TRACTION/TUG OF WAR 0
DRAG RACE 0
MANFACTURING TEST 50
DISASSEMBLY-ASSEMBLY TEST 50
TIME TRIAL(ELIMINATOR) 100
ENDURANCE 500
TOTAL POINTS 1000 POINTS

TOTAL POINTS 1500 POINTS

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