Club Car DS Golf Cart Specs (2000)

In specification terms, the Club Car DS Golf Cart (2000) shows below-average dry weight at 598 lb. (271 kg.) alongside below-average overall width at 47.25 in. (120 cm). Its published overall height is 48 in. (122 cm) at steering wheel.
Specification profile

Golf Cart • 2000

Dry Weight: 598 lb. (271 kg.)Overall Width: 47.25 in. (120 cm)Overall Height: 48 in. (122 cm) at steering wheelOverall Length: 91.5 in. (232 cm)
598 lb. (271 kg.)Dry Weight
47.25 in. (120 cm)Overall Width
48 in. (122 cm) at steering wheelOverall Height
91.5 in. (232 cm)Overall Length
2 personsSeating Capacity
12-15 mph (19-24 kph) at 2700 rpmForward Speed
12 ft.Ib (16.3 N-m)Battery Clamp Torque
Automatic, variable speed, dry typeTorque Converter
How it compares

Low, average or high?

Dry Weight

Below average

598 lb. (271 kg.)
Low 557 lb (253 kg)Typical 770 lb (349 kg)High 1,042 lb (473 kg)

Dry Weight is below the typical figure.

Overall Length

Below average

91.5 in. (232 cm)
Low 91.2 in (232 cm)Typical 114 in (289 cm)High 154 in (391 cm)

Overall Length is below the typical figure.

Overall Width

Below average

47.25 in. (120 cm)
Low 45 in (114 cm)Typical 53.2 in (135 cm)High 80.3 in (204 cm)

Overall Width is below the typical figure.

Ground Clearance

Low

4.5 in. (11 cm)
Low 3.3 in (8.38 cm)Typical 6.34 in (16.1 cm)High 9 in (22.9 cm)

Ground Clearance is well below the typical figure.

Wheelbase

Below average

65.5 in. (166 cm)
Low 65.5 in (166 cm)Typical 76.8 in (195 cm)High 114 in (290 cm)

Wheelbase is below the typical figure.

Front Wheel Tread

Average

34.5 in. (88 cm)
Low 34.5 in (87.6 cm)Typical 36.4 in (92.4 cm)High 48.2 in (123 cm)

Front Wheel Tread is close to the typical figure.

Visual overview

Key measurements

Overall size

The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.

Overall Length91.5 in. (232 cm)
Overall Height48 in. (122 cm) at steering wheel
Overall Width47.25 in. (120 cm)

Measurements

Related measurements grouped for faster scanning.

Wheelbase65.5 in. (166 cm)
Rear Wheel Tread38.5 in. (98 cm)
Front Wheel Tread34.5 in. (88 cm)
Overview

Model information

Manufacturer Club Car
Model DS
Category Golf Cart
Model year / production 2000
Full specifications

Technical details

Performance

Forward Speed12-15 mph (19-24 kph) at 2700 rpm
Torque ConverterAutomatic, variable speed, dry type
Battery Clamp Torque12 ft.Ib (16.3 N-m)

Dimensions

Overall Length91.5 in. (232 cm)
Overall Width47.25 in. (120 cm)
Ground Clearance4.5 in. (11 cm)
Wheelbase65.5 in. (166 cm)
Curb Clearance Circle17 ft. 6 in. (533 cm) diameter
Overall Height48 in. (122 cm) at steering wheel

Capacity & weight

Fuel SystemSide draft carburetor with float bowl, fixed jets, fuel filter, and impulse fuel pump
Seating Capacity2 persons
Dry Weight598 lb. (271 kg.)
Fuel TypeUnleaded gasoline only
Fuel Tank7 gallons (26.5 liters)

Engine & drivetrain

Engine4 cycle, OHV, 286 cc, 9.0 hp rated, single cylinder, air cooled, with pressure lubrication system

Setup & fitment

Tires18.00 x 8.50 – 8.00 tubeless, 4 ply rated

Other specifications

IgnitionTransistor electronic ignition with electronic RPM limiter
BrakesDual rear wheel self-adjusting brakes with cast iron drums and single brake pedal with automatic-release park brake
SteeringSelf-adjusting rack and pinion
Battery Voltage12 volt
Battery ChargerAutomotive type 12-volt charger rated at 10 amps or less
TransaxleFully synchronized forward and reverse with neutral and reduced speed reverse; 11.8:1 forward, 17.1:1 reverse
Electrical System12 volt, 500 cca at 0°, 650 at 32°, 105 minute reserve capacity and 35 amp charging capacity
SuspensionFront and rear tapered mono-leaf springs with dual hydraulic shocks
Frame/chassisTwin I-Beam welded aluminum
Front Wheel Tread34.5 in. (88 cm)
Rear Wheel Tread38.5 in. (98 cm)
GovernorAutomatic ground speed sensing, internally geared in unitized transaxle
Braking Distance14 ft. (427 cm) at 12 mph (19 kph)
Front and Rear BodyArmorflex
Body FinishMatched paint finish over molded-in color
Battery Electrolyte LevelAt least 1/2 in. above plates or to level indicator

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