History 1960s

1966 KAK Rallyt – Swedish Rally

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

The 17th KAK Rallyt – Swedish Rally returned as the signature Nordic winter event, featuring near-constant daylight transitions and demanding stages over snow-packed forests and frozen lake beds.

Event Name: 1966 KAK Rallyt – Swedish Rally

Date: February 14–18, 1966

Start/Finish Location: Karlstad – Östersund, Sweden

Total Distance: Approximately 2,300 km

Participating Teams: Over 100 crews

Route

Värmland Forest Stages: Narrow, snow-covered wood lanes demanding throttle-brake finesse.

Frozen Lake Runs: Long high-speed straights on ice requiring studded tyres.

Åre Special Test: Mixed-surface loops in low-sun conditions near mountain terrain.

Key winter tests included:

Crews needed meticulous pacenotes and tyre-management to keep studs intact.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner

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2nd Place

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3rd Place

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Navigation & Challenges

Competitors faced:

Stud Wear: High abrasion on ice demanded careful pacing to conserve traction.
Changing Light: Low-angle sunlight and snow glare complicated visibility during critical stage transitions.
Remote Service: Sparse support zones in deep forests increased the pressure on crews to stay self-sufficient and avoid costly delays.

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