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KF1
A KF1 kart has a 125
cc
engine. This number tells you how big the engine
is. A small road car might have a 1200cc engine. This means that the kart’s
engine is far less powerful. However, a kart is much lighter than a car so it
can reach high speeds more quickly.
Car :
KF1 kart
Top speed:
85 mph (140 km/h)
Race locations:
Worldwide
Cost:
About $3,000 new
Claim to fame:
Lewis Hami l ton, 2014 Formula
One World Champion, started out racing karts.
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