COMING TO FAMOSO DRAGSTRIP THIS SUMMER!

LOCKED-IN Drag Racing Series Launches at Famoso for 2025
New for 2025 – A Championship Series Built for Racers, by Racers
Famoso Dragstrip is proud to debut the LOCKED-IN Drag Racing Series, a three-round championship delivering structured weekends, consistent formats, and real payouts—all at the legendary Bakersfield venue.
2025 Series Schedule
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Round 1: June 21–22
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Round 2: August 30–31 (Night Event)
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Round 3: November 8–9
Points Classes
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Box Bracket – 1/8 Mile
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No Box Bracket – 1/4 Mile
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Real Steel – 1/8 Mile
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AFX – 1/8 Mile
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Motorcycle – 1/8 Mile
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Modern Muscle – 1/8 Mile
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Index Classes: 5.35 • 6.0 • 6.5
🏆 Series Champions will be crowned at the year-end banquet
Grudge Racing
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Day 1 Only
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No Points • No Rules • Just Call-Outs and Rivalries
Payouts (Based on 16 Cars per Class)
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$700 – Winner
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$300 – Runner-Up
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$100 Each – Semi-Finalists
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$50 – #1 Qualifier
💰 Total Class Purse: $1,250
Why LOCKED-IN?
No fluff. No gimmicks. Just racing. LOCKED-IN is built to elevate grassroots competition with fair structure, strong weekends, and real rewards. It’s more than a name—it’s a commitment.
“LOCKED-IN isn’t just a name—it’s a statement. This series is about showing up, racing hard, and getting paid.”
Friday, June 20 – Roll-In
- 4:00pm – 8:00pm
Saturday, June 21 – Qualifying | Test N Tune | Grudge Racing
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8:00 AM – Crew Gates Open
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9:00 AM – Tech Inspection Opens
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10:30 AM – Drivers Meeting (Mandatory)
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11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Structured Qualifying Sessions (All Points Classes)
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Open Test N Tune Lanes
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Grudge Racing (No Points, Call-Out Format)
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7:00 PM – Facility Secured
Sunday, June 22 – Eliminations | Points Racing
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8:00 AM – Crew Gates & Tech Open
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8:30 AM – Drivers Meeting (Mandatory)
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10:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Bracket-Style Eliminations (All Points Classes)
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5:00 PM – Awards Ceremony & Facility Secured
Box Bracket
1/8 Mile | 4.40 to 7.99 ET | Electronics Allowed
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Computer: Prohibited unless stock OEM equipment. See General Regulations 9:1
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Data Recorders: Permitted. Refer to General Regulations 9:2 and 9:10
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Delay Boxes: Permitted. One box/device only, attached to transbrake and/or throttle timer. Wiring must be clearly identifiable for inspection. Refer to 2016 NHRA Rulebook
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Transbrake: Permitted
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Line Lock: Four-wheel line lock permitted
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Automated Shifter: Permitted
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Throttle Control: Permitted per NHRA Rulebook
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Ignition:
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Stutter boxes prohibited
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Starting line and “high side” rev limiters permitted
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RPM-limiting devices are legal if not used as down-track controllers
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Switches & Buttons: Must be NHRA-accepted mechanical connection types. Non-mechanical switches (e.g., infrared, retinal scan) prohibited
No Box Bracket
1/4 Mile | 9.00 to 13.99 ET | No Electronics
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Computer: Prohibited unless stock OEM equipment. See General Regulations 9:1
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Data Recorders: Prohibited. Refer to General Regulations 9:2 and 9:10
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Delay Boxes: Prohibited and must be removed from cars
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Transbrake: Permitted
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Line Lock: Four-wheel line lock permitted
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Automated Shifter: Permitted
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Throttle Control: Must be manually operated by the driver. No electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics, or other devices may affect throttle operation. A deadstop under carburetor or gas pedal is permitted. Throttle timers and counters are prohibited
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Ignition:
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Stutter boxes prohibited
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Starting line and “high side” rev limiters permitted
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RPM-limiting devices are legal if not used as down-track controllers
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Switches & Buttons: Must be NHRA-accepted mechanical connection types. Non-mechanical switches (e.g., infrared, retinal scan) prohibited
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Tow Vehicles: Prohibited
AFX
1/8 Mile | Index Racing | Nostalgia Factory Experimental
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Vehicle Eligibility: 1960–1969 full-bodied nostalgia race cars with period-correct appearance and graphics (car name required).
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Body & Scoop: One period-correct hood scoop allowed, max 5″ height. No pro stock scoops, cowl induction, or wings.
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Engine: Big block required unless otherwise approved. Refer to official ANW index chart for approved combinations.
- Start System: .400 Pro Tree, handicap based on index
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Qualifying: All cars must record a valid ET to qualify. Ladders based on ET.
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Tech: Must pass NHRA and ANW inspection
FOR COMPLETE AFX RULES PLEASE VISIT CLICK HERE FOR AFX RULES
Motorcycle
1/8 Mile | 7.50 (4.50) Seconds & Slower | E.T. Dial-In
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Vehicle Type: Two-wheel motorcycles only. OEM Can-Am Spyders allowed; all other three-wheelers prohibited.
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Engine: Stock-type motorcycle or snowmobile engines permitted. No auto, aircraft, or marine engines.
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Power Adders: Nitrous, turbo, and superchargers permitted. No external bottle heating.
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Electronics: OEM computers only. Data loggers OK. Stutter boxes and down-track rpm control prohibited.
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Controls: Snap-back throttle required. Foot-operated shifting only. Feet must stay on pegs after launch.
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Brakes/Suspension: Front and rear brakes required. Min. 1.5″ front suspension travel.
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Safety: Taillight and ignition tether required 10.99 (6.99) and quicker.
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Rider Gear: NHRA license required 9.99 (6.39) and quicker. Leather or SFI gear, gloves, boots, and Snell/FIA helmet mandatory.
Advanced E.T. Motorcycles (6.00–7.49 / 3.66–4.49) must meet these same rules with stricter brake specs and NHRA Class 2, Type D license.
Real Steel
1/8 Mile | No-Time | Heads-Up
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Body: OEM steel shell, steel doors, and steel fenders required. Factory fiberglass allowed only if OEM (e.g., Corvette, Camaro).
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Panels: Hood, bumpers, deck lid, and trunk may be carbon or fiberglass.
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Glass & Lights: OEM side door and 1/4 windows required. Working street-legal head/tail lights only—no fake or airbrushed versions.
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Interior: Factory-appearing dash required (carbon/fiberglass OK).
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Chassis: No full tube chassis. Wheelbase must be within 1″ of factory spec.
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Engine:
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Small Block: Max 4.400 bore space
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Big Block: Max 4.84 or 4.90 bore space
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No billet heads or billet blocks allowed
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Tires: Rear 15″ or 17″ radial drag tires only
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15″: Max 275 radial or 28×10.5×15 bracket radial
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17″: Max 315 radial or 29.5×10.5-17 bracket radial
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No bias-ply slicks or hard tires
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Wheelie Bars: Prohibited
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Timing: No-Time. Scoreboards OFF
INDEX Categories
1/8 Mile | Pro Tree
- 5.35 Index
- 6.0 Index
- 6.5 Index
Modern Muscle
1/8 Mile | Heads Up
- Stock Vehicles – Unmodified
- Full Interior
- Run 9.00 and Slower
Grudge Racing
1/8 Mile | Heads Up | No-Time
- NHRA Safety Rules Apply