60 Mini
| Category | Kart racing |
|---|---|
| Region | International |
| Inaugural season | [[:Category:2020 in motorsport|2020]] |
| Official website | FIA Karting |
60 Mini, also known simply as Mini or Minikart, is a kart racing class sanctioned by the CIK-FIA for drivers aged eight to 12. Debuting in international competition in 2020, 60 Mini is the only under-12 direct-drive class homologated by the FIA, as well as the only to not host a World or European Championship.
The 60 cc Mini class originated in Italy in 1984. Its prominence in major championships led to its recognition by the CIK-FIA in 2020, serving as a feeder category to OK-Junior and OKN-Junior. Several notable drivers have started their international careers in 60 Mini, including Formula One drivers Andrea Kimi Antonelli and Gabriel Bortoleto.
ACI Sport have also recognised the Mini Gr.3 class since 2023—using IAME 60 Mini engines. The ACI also operate a Mini U10 class for drivers aged 10 and under. Mini ROK is another single-manufacturer category operated by Vortex. The development of the class has led to concerns about young driver safety, prompting the FIA to regulate its lap times from 2026 onwards.
History
Background (1962–1983)
Early history (1984–2009)
The 60 cc "Minikart" class debuted at the Trofeo delle Industrie in 1984, which was won by Luca Donati.
Rise to prominence in Italy (2010–2019)
Recognition by the CIK-FIA (2020–present)
Specification
Technical regulations
Engine manufacturers
Safety
Champions
| Drivers | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| * | Driver has competed in Formula One | ||
|
Formula One World Drivers' Champion | ||
|
FIA World Champion in an auto racing discipline | ||
| Tyres | |||
| B | Bridgestone | LC | LeCont |
| C | Carlisle | M | Maxxis |
| D | Dunlop | MG | MG Tires |
| G | Goodyear | M | Mojo |
| K | Komet | Template:Vega Tyres | Vega |
By year
By driver
See also
- OK – the primary direct-drive class
- OK-Junior – the primary junior direct-drive class
- KZ – the primary gearbox class
- KZ2 – the secondary gearbox class
- KZ2-Masters – the senior gearbox class
- OK-N – the secondary direct-drive class
- OKN-Junior – the secondary junior direct-drive class
- Superkart – 250 cc gearbox class
- KF1 – the primary direct-drive class from 2007 to 2012
References
External links
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