Drag Time Calculator

Calculate Drag Time





Formula

The formula to calculate the Drag Time is:

\[ DT = \frac{D}{V \sqrt{\frac{2}{A}}} \]

Where:

What is Drag Time?

Drag Time is a term used in the field of motorsports, specifically in drag racing, to refer to the time it takes for a vehicle to complete a specific distance, usually a quarter-mile, from a standing start. It is a measure of the vehicle's acceleration and speed, and is used to compare the performance of different vehicles. The lower the drag time, the faster the vehicle.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

\[ DT = \frac{400}{30 \sqrt{\frac{2}{9.8}}} \approx 29.5 \, \text{seconds} \]

The Drag Time is approximately 29.5 seconds.