VIPER CLUB of AMERICA’S “PROPOSED” RULES OF ENGAGEMENT for
DODGE VIPER vs. USAF F-16 VIPER DRAG RACE GRUDGE MATCH
LUKE AFB, MARCH 24-25 2007
HISTORY: USAF Thunderbirds. Since 1953, born at LUKE AFB. Showcasing American Air Power.
Dodge Viper: Since 1992, Born in Detroit, Showcasing American Horsepower.
MISSION: USAF: To protect our airways, and intimidate aggressor nations.
Dodge Viper: To patrol our highways, and intimidate aggressive drivers.
THEME SONGS: USAF: “Wild Blue Yonder” Dodge Viper: “Magic Carpet Ride”
In an effort to equalize the playing field, and promote fairness for all, we offer the following proposal:
- Race Distances of 1320 feet and 2640 feet. [ No points of any kind to be awarded for Altitude.]
- All race vehicles, USAF and Dodge, may utilize Michelin Race Tires if desired.
- Both vehicles shall depart with FULL FUEL LOADS.
- All vehicles to carry [but not use] a full and normal complement of armament.
- Fuel enhancing additives or devices prohibited: i.e. Octane Boosters, Nitrous Oxide, or AFTERBURNERS.
- Dodge will not utilize our famous and powerful 6th gear Overdrive. USAF to avoid use of AFTERBURNERS.
- Dodge to disconnect radar Detectors and jammers.... USAF to disconnect TWS (Threat Warning Systems.)
To ALL The Pilots: BE SAFE OUT THERE, AND ENJOY THE RIDE
In Order To Assist all parties with Bench Racing Excuses afterwards, we provide the following data:
DODGE VIPER..........................................USAF F-16 VIPER
Weight:. ~ 3300 lbs....................................~ 33,000 lbs
Drive: Rear Wheel Drive........................No Wheel Drive
Power: ~600 HP ...............................23,000 lbs thrust
Powerplant: 10 Cylinder Dodge ....................1 cylinder Pratt-Whitney
Intake: 2.5" x 5.5" Throttle Body..................34.8" Throttle Body
Top Speed: 200 mph ......................1350 mph, thereafter classified
Range: 250 mi. (then out of gas).......1260 miles til inflight Refueling:
Combat Range: 1/4 - 7.0 Miles...............................575 Miles
Ops Altitude: 0-1 inch [above 0 not recommended]................ 50'-40k ft. then classified
Ops Ceiling: 0-2 inch [we really don’t want you above 1"] ...................50,000 ft ??
Inflight Refuel: No way in hell ............................Duhhhhh
Canopy: Removable, SRT10 only........................Ejectable, one time only
Seating: 2, leather, Reclinable...........................1-2, Nylon, Ejectable
Cockpit: 2 [ usually, one is a fine lady.] ..................1-2 seats, usually 1 hard-leg dude.
DODGE VIPER vs. USAF F-16 VIPER DRAG RACE GRUDGE MATCH
LUKE AFB, MARCH 24-25 2007
HISTORY: USAF Thunderbirds. Since 1953, born at LUKE AFB. Showcasing American Air Power.
Dodge Viper: Since 1992, Born in Detroit, Showcasing American Horsepower.
MISSION: USAF: To protect our airways, and intimidate aggressor nations.
Dodge Viper: To patrol our highways, and intimidate aggressive drivers.
THEME SONGS: USAF: “Wild Blue Yonder” Dodge Viper: “Magic Carpet Ride”
In an effort to equalize the playing field, and promote fairness for all, we offer the following proposal:
- Race Distances of 1320 feet and 2640 feet. [ No points of any kind to be awarded for Altitude.]
- All race vehicles, USAF and Dodge, may utilize Michelin Race Tires if desired.
- Both vehicles shall depart with FULL FUEL LOADS.
- All vehicles to carry [but not use] a full and normal complement of armament.
- Fuel enhancing additives or devices prohibited: i.e. Octane Boosters, Nitrous Oxide, or AFTERBURNERS.
- Dodge will not utilize our famous and powerful 6th gear Overdrive. USAF to avoid use of AFTERBURNERS.
- Dodge to disconnect radar Detectors and jammers.... USAF to disconnect TWS (Threat Warning Systems.)
To ALL The Pilots: BE SAFE OUT THERE, AND ENJOY THE RIDE
In Order To Assist all parties with Bench Racing Excuses afterwards, we provide the following data:
DODGE VIPER..........................................USAF F-16 VIPER
Weight:. ~ 3300 lbs....................................~ 33,000 lbs
Drive: Rear Wheel Drive........................No Wheel Drive
Power: ~600 HP ...............................23,000 lbs thrust
Powerplant: 10 Cylinder Dodge ....................1 cylinder Pratt-Whitney
Intake: 2.5" x 5.5" Throttle Body..................34.8" Throttle Body
Top Speed: 200 mph ......................1350 mph, thereafter classified
Range: 250 mi. (then out of gas).......1260 miles til inflight Refueling:
Combat Range: 1/4 - 7.0 Miles...............................575 Miles
Ops Altitude: 0-1 inch [above 0 not recommended]................ 50'-40k ft. then classified
Ops Ceiling: 0-2 inch [we really don’t want you above 1"] ...................50,000 ft ??
Inflight Refuel: No way in hell ............................Duhhhhh
Canopy: Removable, SRT10 only........................Ejectable, one time only
Seating: 2, leather, Reclinable...........................1-2, Nylon, Ejectable
Cockpit: 2 [ usually, one is a fine lady.] ..................1-2 seats, usually 1 hard-leg dude.
