Cub Scout Pack 289 - Springfield, Missouri

Each car is inspected at weigh-in for the following inspection points:

Pinewood Derby Car Dimensions

• The overall length of the car shall not exceed 7 inches.
• The overall width of the car shall not exceed 2-3/4 inches.
• The car must have 1-3/4" clearance between the wheels.
• The car must have 3/8" clearance underneath the body so it does not rub on the track.

Derby Car Weight

• The car weight shall not exceed 5.0 ounces.
• The official race scale that is used at car check-in shall be considered final.

Wood, Wheels and Axles

• The official pine wood block must be used. The block may be shaped in any way that is desired.
• Official BSA wheels must be used. The wheels may not be cut, drilled, beveled or rounded. You may remove the seams and imperfections from the wheels.
• The axles may be altered, polished and lubricated.

Car Modifications Not Allowed

• Wheel bearings, washers or bushings are prohibited
• The car must not ride on any type of springs
• No starting devices. The car must be freewheeling.
• No loose material of any kind, such as lead shot, may be used.

Other Pinewood Derby Race Rules

• Once a car passes inspection and is entered into the race, only race committee members can touch it.
• If the car loses a wheel, or is otherwise damaged, the racer shall have 5 minutes to make a repair
• Each car must pass inspection by the official inspection committee before it will be allowed to compete.
• The Inspection Committee has the responsibility to disqualify those cars that do not meet these specifications.