Crimond Raceway

赛道信息

所在洲: 欧洲
国家/地区: 英国
赛车场名称: Crimond Raceway
赛道长度: 3.218 km (2.000 miles)
弯道数量: 9
赛车场地址: Crimond, Aberdeenshire

赛道概览

Crimond Raceway is a motorsport circuit located in Crimond, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom. It primarily serves as a venue for grassroots motorsport, including stock car and banger racing. The circuit is known for its tight layout and close racing conditions.

Circuit Layout & Key Specifications

Length: Approximately 0.25 miles (0.40 kilometers)
Layout: Oval short circuit with a predominantly flat surface
Surface type: Asphalt
Number of corners: 4 (all left-hand turns)
Track direction: Anti-clockwise
Typical race formats: Stock cars, banger races, and other grassroots motorsport events
Facilities capacity: Suitable for regional-level crowds

Track Characteristics

Short oval layout encourages close and aggressive racing
Flat topography limits elevation changes, emphasizing driver skill and vehicle setup
Tight corners and short straights result in lower average speeds and high overtaking opportunities
Often attracts local and regional competitors participating in contact racing formats

Key Corners

Turn 1: Critical for race starts; requires smooth entry to maintain momentum
Turn 3: Usually a decisive overtaking zone due to braking patterns
The circuit’s symmetrical oval layout places equal importance on each corner for maintaining position

Lap Record & Performance Benchmarks

Overall fastest lap: Not officially documented in mainstream databases
Series-specific records: Vary by event and class, commonly maintained by local racing promotions
Lap times typically under 20 seconds due to short circuit length

Racing History & Major Events

Hosts regular stock car and banger racing events primarily at a grassroots level
Venue for regional championships and club-level motorsport competitions
Known locally for fostering driver development and community-based racing

Facilities & Infrastructure

Basic pit and paddock facilities adequate for regional motorsport events
Spectator areas along the main straight and corners with close views of the racing action
Limited hospitality infrastructure, focused on functionality rather than luxury

Spectator Experience

Close proximity to track action due to compact layout
Predominantly outdoor standing areas, with limited seating
Family-friendly environment with access to food and amenities typical of local race meetings

Location & Accessibility

Situated near the village of Crimond in Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Accessible via local road network; parking available on-site
Nearest major urban center: Aberdeen (approximately 30 miles southeast)

Summary

Crimond Raceway is a short 0.25-mile asphalt oval in Crimond, Aberdeenshire, featuring four left-hand corners and an anti-clockwise layout. It primarily hosts stock car and banger racing at the grassroots level, emphasizing close, aggressive racing on a flat circuit. Facilities are modest, catering to regional events with accessible spectator viewing. The track is notable for quick sub-20 second lap times and plays a significant role in local motorsport development.