Types of Tracks
Tracks at the racecourse are used for racing and training purposes.
Turf Track
Kranji is turfed with Zoysia japonica var El-Toro, a grass patented by the University of California and is reinforced with netlon mesh elements. Extensive tests and trials have shown that Zoysia japonica var El-Toro gives an excellent cushion and is ideal for galloping.
Track 1 | Course Width (metres) | Length of Course (metres) |
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Turf Track (Course A) | 31m | 1800m (Short Course)
2000m (Long Course) |
Turf Track (Course B) | 27m | |
Turf Track (Course C) | 23m | |
Turf Track (Course D) | 19m | |
Turf Track (Course E) | 17m |
Polytrack
Surveys from other racecourses using Polytrack show that the surface will reduce injuries to horses especially catastrophic injuries. However, the surface will not eliminate injuries.
Track 2-7 | Course Width (metres) | Length of Course (metres) |
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Track No 2 (Polytrack) | 25 | 1500 |
Track No 3 (Sand track) | 20 | 1300 |
Track No 4 (Polytrack) | 10 | 1000 |
Track No 5 (Sand track) | 8 | 500 |
Track No 6 (Polytrack) | 6 | 1600 |
Track No 7 (Uphill, Polytrack) | 11 | 1000 |
Horse Trail | 9 | 890 |