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RULES & REGULATIONS
The rules & regulations for jet boat river racing in New Zealand are governed by the NZ Jet Boat River Racing Association which is an affiliate of the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM), a requirement for world championship status.
World Championship events rotate between four participating countries, NZ, USA, Canada & Mexico on a yearly basis.
Check out the NZJBRRA Rules & Guideline links below.
Race Licence Application Forms are below.
Traditionally the domain of large capacity normally aspirated V8's over 454ci or with turbo or supercharger (multiply ci x 1.4), today the fastest race boats are powered by repurposed helicopter gas turbine engines.
Any normally aspirated engine less than 454 ci (multiply ci x 1.4 for blown motors) Approx top speed - 120mph
Formula class designed to provide a level playing field for drivers - Speed up around 105mph
Formula class using the popular ZZ4 & ZZ6 (350 Chev) and ensuring driving skill is paramount. Approx top speed 92mph
FX -Evo Class has been implemented for the 2024 Season. Please refer to the FX-Evo Class Rules for details