Kansas Speedway is a 1.5-mile (2.41 km) tri-oval located in Kansas City, Kansas. It’s known for being one of the most competitive intermediate tracks in NASCAR due to its wide racing surface and progressive banking.
Track Specs
- Length: 1.5 miles (2.41 km)
- Banking: 17–20° progressive in the turns, 9–11° on the tri-oval frontstretch, 5° on the backstretch
- Surface: Asphalt
- Opened: 2001
Driving Tips
- Line Flexibility: The high line against the wall is a Kansas signature, especially late in runs. The bottom works on restarts, but the top comes alive with momentum.
- Tire Wear: Long green-flag stretches emphasize tire conservation. Smooth inputs preserve pace over 20–30 lap runs.
- Draft Dynamics: While not as extreme as superspeedways, the draft plays a role in setting up passes. Side drafting is an effective tool.
- Pit Road Precision: Entry off Turn 4 is fast and tricky. Clean green-flag pit cycles are critical in long races.
Kansas is a thinking driver’s track in iRacing, rewarding adaptability, patience, and the ability to adjust to changing track conditions.
