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1965 KAK Rallyt – Swedish Rally

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

The 1965 KAK Rallyt, also known as the Swedish Rally, was a true test of winter rallying skill. Held in mid-March, the event capitalized on Sweden’s late-season snow and ice, delivering a route filled with slick forest tracks, snowbanks, and frozen lake crossings. Known for high speeds on snow and minimal margin for error, it quickly cemented its reputation as one of the most prestigious Scandinavian winter rallies.

Event Name: 1965 KAK Rallyt – Swedish Rally

Date: March 10–14, 1965

Start/Finish Location: Örebro – Östersund, Sweden

Total Distance: Approximately 2,200 kilometers

Participating Teams: Over 95 crews

Route

Bergslagen Forest Tracks: Fast, narrow routes demanding precision throttle control and committed lines through blind crests.

Frozen Lakes: Sections that allowed for flat-out acceleration but punished poor tire choice or cornering misjudgment.

Östersund Loops: Day and night segments tested visibility and light management amid fluctuating conditions.

The rally featured a combination of high-speed forest sections and carefully planned control zones across central Sweden’s snow-laden landscapes:

Studded tires were essential, but even they had limits on glare ice. Snowbanks doubled as both barriers and emergency brakes.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner

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2nd Place

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3rd Place

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Navigation & Challenges

The Swedish Rally was as much about endurance and focus as it was about driving skill. Daylight was limited, and long transport sections made fatigue a real concern for teams.

Low-Sun Visibility: Near-horizon glare created blinding moments during stage transitions.
Stud Wear: Excessive abrasion on compacted snow caused tire degradation by later stages.
Remote Assistance: Service intervals were sparse—drivers had to be self-sufficient with minor repairs and tire changes between stages.

The 1965 KAK Rallyt exemplified the raw essence of Scandinavian rallying—fast, cold, and relentlessly precise.

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