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SST 45
The SST 45 Class, sometimes known as Formula Lights, is a highly competitive class for drivers of all varieties. Many drivers step up to OPC racing from the outboard kneeldown categories through the SST 45 Class. In fact, drivers can race identical equipment in both Stock Outboard's 45SS and OPC's SST 45. It is also a great training ground for the larger V-6 tunnel boat classes. Full fields of competitors challenge you to learn fast how to make the start and negotiate the turns at incredible speeds. SST 45s compete nationwide at OPC races.
SST 45 Specifications
| Minimum Length: | 12' |
| Minimum Weight: | 700 lbs. |
| Engine: | OMC 44.9 cubic inch (740cc) two cylinder |
| Fuel: | |
| Approximate Speed: | 60 -70 MPH (kilo speed 87+ MPH) |
SST 45 High Point Winners
| Year | Driver/Owner | Races | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | MARK J SCHMERBAUCH | 10 | 5100 |
| 2022 | MARK J SCHMERBAUCH | 10 | 5850 |
| 2021 | GRANT SCHUBERT | 7 | 2771 |
| 2020 | STEVEN MERLEAU | 1 | 400 |
| 2019 | MARK J SCHMERBAUCH | 6 | 3569 |
| 2018 | ROBERT J WEST | 9 | 4407 |
| 2017 | ROBERT J WEST | 10 | 4200 |
| 2016 | ROBERT J WEST | 10 | 4900 |
| 2015 | MARK J SCHMERBAUCH | 10 | 6225 |
| 2014 | MARK J SCHMERBAUCH | 10 | 5338 |
| 2013 | ROBERT J WEST | 10 | 6250 |
| 2012 | ROBERT J WEST | 10 | 6200 |
| 2011 | STEVEN DAWE | 10 | 4376 |
| 2010 | JOSE C MENDANA JR | 9 | 4800 |
| 2009 | JASON WILLIAMS | 10 | 4900 |
| 2008 | ROBERT J WEST | 10 | 4000 |
| 2007 | JOSE C MENDANA JR | 10 | 4350 |
| 2006 | JOSE C MENDANA JR | 10 | 5050 |
| 2005 | JAY FOX | 10 | 4850 |
| 2004 | JAY FOX | 10 | 5850 |
| 2003 | BARRY G HAWK | 10 | 5400 |
| 2002 | BARRY G HAWK | 10 | 4225 |
SST 45 National Champions
| Year | Driver/Owner |
|---|---|
| 2023 | MARK J SCHMERBAUCH |
| 2022 | MARK J SCHMERBAUCH |
| 2021 | GRANT SCHUBERT |
| 2018 | ROBERT J WEST |
| 2016 | MARK J SCHMERBAUCH |
| 2015 | MARK J SCHMERBAUCH |
| 2014 | MARK J SCHMERBAUCH |
| 2013 | ROBERT J WEST |
| 2012 | ROBERT J WEST |
| 2011 | BUTCH OTT |
| 2010 | JOSE C MENDANA JR |
| 2009 | JASON WILLIAMS |
| 2008 | JOSE C MENDANA JR |
| 2007 | JOSE C MENDANA JR |
| 2006 | BUTCH OTT |
| 2005 | BUD NOLLMAN |
| 2004 | JAY FOX |
| 2003 | RODNEY SCHUH |
| 2002 | JOHN BROGE |
SST 45 Records
| Record | Site | Driver/Owner | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 mile/3 laps APBA | May 15, 1999 Lake Alfred, FL | Shaun Torrente Shaun Torrente | 65.139 |
| 3 mile/4 laps APBA | Apr 20, 1996 Hazlehurst, GA | Shaun Torrente Shaun Torrente | 58.268 |
| 5 mile/3 laps APBA | Mar 28, 1999 Lakeland, FL | Shaun Torrente Shaun Torrente | 69.444 |
| 5 mile/4 laps APBA | Oct 10, 1999 Lake Alfred, FL | Shaun Torrente Shaun Torrente | 70.258 |
| Kilo APBA | Nov 26, 1989 Parker, AZ | Douglas Boyer John Gibbs | 87.536 |
| 1/4 mile APBA | Sep 24, 2017 Lincoln City, OR | R.J. West R.J. West | 84.905 |
| 30 minute APBA | Oct 13, 1990 Castaic, CA | Rick Hoffman Rick Hoffman | 60.736 |
