The REDHOT Marine Formula V Series returns for the 2024/2025 season with round one kicking off the season in Wanganui on the weekend of 23/24 November.
Run in conjunction with the New Zealand Powerboat Association, the five round inaugural season had nine entries, providing very close and competitive racing. This season has 13 confirmed entries which makes it the biggest class of powerboat racing in New Zealand. All competitors are returning from last season, with some new entries moving up from smaller classes to join the field. Mason Dunlop with his boat Kausin’ Havoc is returning as the defending champion and will be keen to hold off the stiff competition from his fellow drivers!
Formula V boats are monohull style boats with a stock 200hp outboards. The majority of competitors have chosen the Bullet 1750 hull with a Mercury 200hp outboard, making this almost a one make class with a couple of exceptions.
The class provides very close racing with the restricted rules, but also provides an opportunity for those with a ski boat to come racing.
Come and check out the action and keep an eye on the REDHOT Marine Racing Facebook page for updates over the season.
Series Dates:
Round 1 23/24 November 2024 Wanganui
Round 2 11/12 January 2025 Manawatu
Round 3 25/26 January 2025 Wairarapa
Round 4 22/23 February 2025 Arapuni
Round 5 15/16 March 2025 Porirua
