VORTEX Engines
ActiveOverview
Vortex Engines produces high-performance engines for karting, focused on shifter categories like KZ and KZ2 for national and international competitions. Part of OTK Kart Group, it supplies engines homologated by CIK-FIA for competitive use.146
History
Founded in 1995 in Italy as a karting engine brand. Integrated into OTK Kart Group, with facilities like Vortex Factory supporting engine production. Released models such as RKZ shifter engine targeting international KZ classes and VTZ as a CIK-FIA homologated engine for KZ/KZ2.127
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| VTZ (KZ/KZ2 shifter engine) | CIK-FIA homologated for international competitions | $3,500 - $5,000 |
| RKZ (shifter engine) | Designed for leading role in KZ classes | $3,200 - $4,800 |
Manufacturing
Manufactured in Italy by Vortex Factory, part of OTK Kart Group Engine Division. Production is in-house within the group's facilities.467
Notable Products
- VTZ engine - 125cc CIK-FIA homologated shifter engine for KZ and KZ2 categories.
- RKZ engine - Shifter engine aimed at international KZ competitions.
Reputation
Vortex Engines is recognized in karting for competitive performance in European championships and FIA shifter classes. Associated with OTK Kart Group, it holds a strong position among professionals in international karting.24
Sources (7)
- https://vortex-engines.com/motori-rc-vtz_en.php
- https://tkart.it/en/news/toolbox/i-nuovi-motori-2016-by-vortex-engines
- https://www.zoominfo.com/c/vortex-engine/348635694
- https://vortex-engines.com/index_en.php
- https://www.vortex-rok.com/dettaglio-news_eng.php?ID_news=2506
- https://vortex-engines.com/video-dettaglio_en.php?ID_video=171
- https://car-dealership-tycoon.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Vortex_Engines