Class 1700
Jeepspeed Challenge Class 1700 Stock
This is the most popular and affordable class, often referred to as the Stock Class. Vehicles in this class must be Jeeps and use components readily available to the general public and are allowed limited options for modification.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Engine: Max 6 cylinders
- Tires: Max 33 inches
- Up to 33" tires
Suspension
- Front Suspension: Max 10" travel
- Rear Suspension: Max 12" travel
- One shock per wheel
You can race Jeepspeed!
Check out our page on how to get started with your own vehicle! Start racing Jeepspeed today!!
Calendar
2020 General Tire Jeepspeed Race Series presented by KMC Wheels
Class 1700, 2700, 3700 & 4700
| Race Date | Sanctioning Body/Title | Race | Location |
| January 22-26, 2020 | Parker "425" "The Legend Lives On" Presented by Impact |
Jeepspeed Challenge | Parker, AZ |
| Feb 20-23, 2020 | Laughlin Desert Classic | Jeepspeed Challenge | Laughlin, NV |
| March 4-6, 2020 | Mint "400" "Jeepspeed Invitational" |
Las Vegas, NV | |
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April 30, May 1-3, '20 |
Silver State "300" "The American Adventure Continues" |
Jeepspeed Challenge | Alamo, NV |
| August 12-15, 2020 | General Tire "Vegas to Reno" "The Longest off-road race in the United States" |
Jeepspeed Challenge | Las Vegas, NV |
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Sept 24-27, 2020 |
Battle Born "250" "An Epic Off-Road Race" |
Jeepspeed Challenge | Tonapah, NV |
| Oct 22-25, 2020 | Bluewater Desert Classic "The American Challenge Continues" |
Jeepspeed Challenge | Parker, AZ |
* Schedule as of 12/11/2019 (Subject to change, please check Best In The Desert website periodically)
All forms are required at the time of racing.
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Sunday, 13 October 2019Laughlin, NV
Offroad races are scored on elapsed time. The cars start at different intervals, so it’s the driver with the fastest time that wins. In a typical desert race, you only get one chance to run your best time. At the Best In The Desert Laughlin Desert Classic, Jeepspeed racers ran 3 short laps on Saturday (4700 ran 4 on both days), then 3 more on Sunday. The overnight break in the action gives teams a chance to make adjustments, repairs, and take advantage of the knowledge gained on day one. At the LDC, elapsed time determines your final placement. Finishing first on day one is great, but it’s your total time for both days that is more important. It’s typical in a long race for drivers to save the car, so they run only as hard as
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Friday, 09 August 2019
Reno, NV
The Best In The Desert series Vegas to Reno race, at 505 miles, is the longest offroad race in the United States. The course traverses every type of punishing terrain you could imagine, and some you can’t. This year there was a section of deep mud, in a normally dry desert, only a few miles from the finish. The rest of the course is made up of silt, sand, and rocks of all sizes. Mother Nature also supplied some extreme temperature swings that were over 100 degrees during daylight, and then plunged to near 40 degrees at night. The higher you go up, the colder it gets, and elevations on the course varied from 3,000 to over 7,900 ft. The high temperatures cause the fuel to boil in the lines, which creates hav -
Monday, 06 May 2019Caliente, NV
The Best in the Desert series Silver State 300 takes in some incredible country around Caliente, Nevada. Expansive valleys, many with dry lake beds, give way to mountain ranges with striking rock formations. The abundance of water in some areas, allows lush vegetation that is in stark contrast to the desert like conditions found in the low lying areas. The terrain creates many unique challenges that range from silt beds to pine tree forests. The mountains are tight and twisty while the valleys are fast and smooth. There are several water crossings thrown in just to add one more element to the challenge. It’s extremely demanding, and at the same time fun, and rewarding. The course created a unique situa
Jeepspeed Races for 2020
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JAN 22- 26, 2020
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FEB 20-23, 2020
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MARCH 4-6, 2020
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APR 30, MAY 1-3, 2020
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AUGUST 12-15, 2020
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SEPT 24-27, 2020
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OCT 22-25, 2020
Frequently Asked Questions...
Q: How long has Jeepspeed been a racing class?
Jeepspeed has been the fastest growing and most competitive off-road race class since 2001. Started by Clive Skilton and the Barnett brothers, Jeepspeed offers racing, rallying and adventures to the weekend offroader who has racing on their bucket list.
Q: How much does it cost to get started racing?
Jeepspeed is the most affordable class is off-road racing.
Our rules allow each competitor the option of constructing their own race vehicle, thus keeping fabrications costs to a minimum.
A Jeepspeed builders kit can be purchased for as little as $10,000.00. Contact Jeepspeed for kit breakdown: tires, wheels, cage, suspension etc.
Others may want to fully fabricate the cage and bumpers on their own. You can purchase the suspension, shocks etc. from our approved vendors list.
A competitive Jeepspeed XJ race car can be built for under $30,0000.00
Average per race expenses:
Entry fee $800.00
IRC $250.00
Fuel $500.00
Lodging $200.00
Food $200.00
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$1950.00
Q: What are the major differences between the classes?
Class 1700 Jeepspeed Challenge: Stock wheel base +/- 2". 6 cylinder motors max 250 c.i. . 33" maximum tire size. 10" of front wheel travel and 12" of rear wheel travel. 1 shock per wheel. Limited travel and power that leaves the racing up to the driver.
Class 2700 Jeepspeed Cup: Limited modifications. Stock WB with stock frame. 119" WB modified frame. 35" tire. 12" front travel . 14" rear travel. Two shocks per wheel. Production based Jeep and Dodges - Stroker 6 cyl. Any Jeep/Mopar V8 engine up to 6 ltr. Super chargers and Turbos allowed on 6 cylinder motors only.
Class 3700 Jeepspeed Outlaws: Open class! Any make production based engine. 37" maximum tire size. 15" of front wheel travel and 24" rear wheel travel. Shock size and number of shocks are open. Modified open class. Stock WB with factory frame. 119" WB with modified or tube frame.
Class 4700 Jeepspeed Trophy: New for 2019: Any recognizable Jeep or Dodge bodied vehicles. Open chassis. 123" max WB. 37" tires. Open engines. 18" front travel, open rear travel.
Check out the RULES for each class for more information
Q: Are there people who can build a racing car for me?
Jeepspeed has had years of success allowing each competitor the opportunity to fabricate on their own race vehicle. However if you need help constructing or repairing your race vehicle, contact us at Jeepspeed and we will set you up with one of our preferred Jeepspeed builders in your area.
Q: How many races do I have to attend?
Prior to each season the number of races for the championship are decided upon. The schedule is based on feedback from the racers as well as our sposors with the focus always on producing a competitive well attended race for each event of the season.
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