Pittsburgh international race complex track map

Pittsburgh International Race Complex (Pitt Race), the premiere motorsports destination in the Ohio Valley, features more than 3 miles of racing, karting driving, and training track surfaces on 400 acres for customers, racers, and companies who are passionate about motorsports. Just 45 minutes from Pittsburgh, PA, Pitt Race is more than a racing facility. It is a motorsports destination with an array of visiting groups as well as training, karting, education, and corporate programs for novice to experienced track and driving enthusiasts.

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The Pitt Race concession stand will not be open during Track Night events. Please plan to bring your own food and plenty of cold beverages to keep you hydrated between sessions. 

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Helmet Rental

Pitt Race has a limited number of open face helmets available to rent for $10 per night. For more information, or to reserve an appropriately sized helmet for an upcoming event, please contact the track at (724) 535-1000. Payment by cash or credit card will be processed on-site.

Circuit History
Pittsburgh International Race Complex offers three track configurations. The North track configuration is 1.6 miles and the South track covers 1.2 miles. The full course is 2.78 miles in length and combines both the North and South track. All tracks feature significant elevation change throughout and were designed to follow the natural terrain. Pitt Race hosts many different sports car series such as SCCA and NASA, as well as holding track days and open tests for both cars and motorcycles. In 2017 the track will host the 8th round of the MotoAmerica Championship.

The track also runs a program called Total Vehicle Control (TVC). It provides instruction in situational awareness, driving dynamics, skid control, emergency braking, and accident avoidance techniques. The program is targeted at commercial and emergency vehicle drivers as well as individuals.

The 0.82 mile kart track was designed by Alan Wilson. It plays host to several major kart series including WKA and USPKS as well as featuring 9.5 hp rental karts.

The idea for the track came from two area attorneys, who attracted local investors to assist in the funding the facility.The track broke ground in December 2001. It officially opened on July 1, 2002 as BeaveRun Motorsports Complex. It included a 1.6 mile road course, a 0.82 mile kart track, and a six-acre skidpad used for driver training and autocross. In 2004, work began on a one-mile addition to the main track with trees being cleared and plans drawn up, but the project was put on hold in 2006. A 12,000 square-foot event center overlooking the North Track was also constructed at this time.
In 2011 the track was bought by Jim and Kathy Stout, and re-branded as Pittsburgh International Race Complex. A three-stage renovation of the facility began soon after. The South Track addition, which added 1.2 miles of track, was the largest update to the facility and was completed in 2015. It can be run as its own circuit or run combined with the North Track. An expanded Vehicle Dynamics Area was also part of the facility renovations. Both the North and South Tracks were repaved in 2017. A new timing and scoring building located on pit lane was completed in 2017.

Pittsburgh International Race Complex

Pittsburgh international race complex track map

Location201 Pendale Road
Wampum, Pennsylvania
Time zoneUTC-5 (UTC-4 DST)
Coordinates40°50′56.314″N 80°20′31.772″W / 40.84897611°N 80.34215889°WCoordinates: 40°50′56.314″N 80°20′31.772″W / 40.84897611°N 80.34215889°W
Broke groundDecember 2001
Opened1 July 2002; 20 years ago
ArchitectAlan Wilson
Former namesBeaveRun Motorsports Complex (2002–2011)
Major eventsCurrent:
MotoAmerica
Championship of Pittsburgh (2017–present)
ChampCar Endurance Series
(2014–present)
PVGP Historics at Pitt Race
(2004–present)
Former:
FR Americas (2018–2019)
North Track
Length1.6 miles (2.57 km)
Turns12
South Track
Length1.2 miles (1.93 km)
Turns8
Full Track
Length2.78 miles (4.47 km)
Turns19
Websitepittrace.com

Pittsburgh International Race Complex (commonly known as Pitt Race) is an auto racing road course located in Wampum, Pennsylvania. Pitt Race hosts amateur and professional automobile, motorcycle, and karting events.

The track[edit]

Pittsburgh international race complex track map

Aerial photo of the Pitt Race facility, including the South Track addition

Pittsburgh International Race Complex offers three track configurations. The North track configuration is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) and the South track covers 1.2 mi (1.9 km). The full course is 2.78 mi (4.47 km) in length and combines both the North and South track. All tracks feature significant elevation change throughout and were designed to follow the natural terrain. Pitt Race hosts many different sports car series such as SCCA and NASA, as well as holding track days and open tests for both cars and motorcycles.[1] Since 2017 the track has been host of the MotoAmerica Championship[2] The Tracks hosts a FIM Grade 1 License.

The track also runs a program called Total Vehicle Control (TVC). It provides instruction in situational awareness, driving dynamics, skid control, emergency braking, and accident avoidance techniques. The program is targeted at commercial and emergency vehicle drivers as well as individuals.[3]

Pittsburgh international race complex track map

C5 Corvette at NASA Event

The 0.82 mi (1.32 km) kart track was designed by Alan Wilson. It plays host to several major kart series including WKA and USPKS as well as featuring 9.5 hp rental karts.[4]

History[edit]

The idea for the track came from two area attorneys, who attracted local investors to assist in the funding for the facility.[5] The track broke ground in December 2001. It officially opened on July 1, 2002 as BeaveRun Motorsports Complex.[4] It included a 1.6 mi (2.6 km) road course, a 0.82 mi (1.32 km) kart track, and a six-acre skidpad used for driver training and autocross.[4] In 2004, work began on a one-mile addition to the main track with trees being cleared and plans drawn up, but the project was put on hold in 2006.[6] A 12,000 square-foot event center overlooking the North Track was also constructed at this time.[7]

In 2011 the track was bought by Jim and Kathy Stout, and re-branded as "Pittsburgh International Race Complex." A three-stage renovation of the facility began soon after. The South Track addition, which added 1.2 mi (1.9 km) of track, was the largest update to the facility and was completed in 2015. It can be run as its own circuit or run combined with the North Track. An expanded Vehicle Dynamics Area was also part of the facility renovations. Both the North and South Tracks were repaved in 2017. A new timing and scoring building, located on pit lane of the north track, was also completed in 2017.[1]

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    Datsun 240Z at Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix

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    WKA Race on the Wilson Circuit

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    Detailed Geometry Track Map of Pitt Race

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    Steel City AutoX at Pitt Race

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b Ledger, Louise Carroll For The. "Transformation continues at former BeaveRun". Ellwood City Ledger. Retrieved 2017-06-14.
  2. ^ "Championship of Pittsburgh". MotoAmerica. Retrieved 2017-07-18.
  3. ^ "Beaver County's Pitt Race 'is like driving school on steroids'". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved 2017-07-18.
  4. ^ a b c Editor, Chuck Curti, Assistant Sports. "Motorsports facility promises to stimulate area driving enthusiasts and local economy". Timesonline.com. Retrieved 2017-06-20. [permanent dead link]
  5. ^ "Tracks For The Little Guy: Designer Alan Wilson Focuses On The Club Level". Autoweek. Retrieved 2017-06-15.
  6. ^ "Road course expansion in works at BeaveRun". Timesonline.com. Retrieved 2017-08-03.[permanent dead link]
  7. ^ "BeaveRun racetrack ready to proceed with expansion". Timesonline.com. Retrieved 2017-08-03.[permanent dead link]

  • PittRace.com - Official site of Pittsburgh International Race Complex

How long is Pitt Race Track?

The North Track, originally opened in 2002, is 1.6 miles long and the South Track, which was added in 2011, covers 1.2 miles. Combined, the full course is 2.78 miles in length and features significant elevation changes, following the natural terrain that winds throughout the 427-acre property.

Who owns Pittsburgh International Raceway?

- Less than 40 miles from its namesake, lies Pittsburgh International Race Complex. More widely known as Pitt Race to its fans and followers, the track has been under significant development by owners Kathy and Jim Stout since their purchase of the facility in 2011.

What is Pitt run?

Pittsburgh International Race Complex (commonly known as Pitt Race) is an auto racing road course located in Wampum, Pennsylvania. Pitt Race hosts amateur and professional automobile, motorcycle, and karting events.