PRD Fireball

The 2011 PRD Fireball engine.

The PRD Fireball is a two-stroke go-kart racing engine manufactured by Pro Racing Design Co, Ltd. Pro Racing Design is a Taipei, Taiwan based company, manufacturing an array of racing engines for use in professional go-kart racing worldwide.^[1] The Fireball represents an engine targeted for multiple racing classes: International Kart Federation (IKF), World Karting Association (WKA) and Touch and Go (TAG) USA^[2] The PRD Fireball is the cheapest TAG motor available to purchase new in the USA.

Mission statement

The PRD-Fireball will be deemed a successful program only when entry level and club racers use it as a gateway to our sport.
— RLV, Inc., ^[2]

Specifications

References^[3]^[4]

Carburetor: Tillotson HL-360A
Cooling system: Water
Cylinder Volume: 122.25 cc
Bore / Stroke: 53.60 mm / 54 mm
Horsepower / RPM: 28.5 HP / 15,580 RPM
Oil to Fuel Ratio: 1:16 (8 oz to the gallon)

External links

Manufacturer's Website^[1]
USA Importer's Website^[2]
PRD Fireball Shop Manual (Wikibook)
PRD Fireball Engine Manual^[3]
Wikimedia Commons PRD Fireball Category (image library)

References

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