Returning for the 2024/2025 Season.
The REDHOT Marine Formula V Series returns for the 2024/2025 season. Round one kicked off the season on 23/24 November in Wanganui. Run in conjunction with the New Zealand Powerboat Association. The 5 round inaugural season had 9 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 and joining 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 mono-hull style boats run with a stock 200HP outboard. 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 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
