Saldana Fuel Cell

Saldana Racing Products Fuel Cells: Built for the Track, Trusted by Champions

Saldana Racing Products has been at the forefront of open-wheel racing fuel containment since the mid-1990s. Based in the Indianapolis area and in business since 1994, the brand earned its fuel cell credentials the hard way — on dirt and pavement tracks across the country. In 1996, Saldana introduced their line of fuel tanks and became a major warehouse distributor for fuel bladders, a move that cemented their reputation as a go-to source for serious racers.

What truly sets Saldana apart in the fuel cell category is their deep connection to the fuel cell manufacturing process itself. In 2007, Saldana Racing Products became co-owner of Pyrotect Racing Cells in Redmond, Oregon — a partnership that has allowed them to greatly improve the value, quality, and service in the performance fuel cell industry. That co-ownership means Saldana isn't just reselling fuel cells; they have a direct hand in how they are engineered and produced.

Fuel Cell Construction: What Goes Into a Saldana Cell

Saldana fuel cells are purpose-built for the demands of open-wheel competition. The fuel assemblies are hand-assembled from a high-quality ballistic fabric and coated with a specially formulated rubber, creating bladders that can withstand the rigors of sprint car and midget racing. The outer shell adds another layer of durability: the cells feature a cross-link polyethylene roto-molded shell and an ultra-durable calendared rubber bladder, with designs suited for alcohol fuels.

Each complete assembly is thoughtfully configured for race-day reliability. A complete fuel assembly includes the bladder, cover plate, top plate and cap with vent, AN pickup fitting, and hose — and Saldana's complete fuel assemblies are approved for use in Mini-Sprints, Midgets, and Sprint cars.

Product Line Highlights

Saldana offers a range of fuel cell configurations to suit different classes and chassis requirements. From stripped-down tank shells to fully equipped ready-to-race assemblies, racers can select the setup that fits their build:

• 28-Gallon Sprint Fuel Cells — Available as complete assemblies with standard, baffle, collector/filter, or Smart Trap Box configurations, featuring Outlaw-style molded tank inserts and top-outlet designs.
• 30-Gallon Sprint Fuel Cells — Available with baffle or Smart Trap Baffle options, with top-outlet and 12 AN fuel pickup.
• Mini-Sprint & Midget Fuel Cells — Compact configurations such as the Hyper 8 (8-gallon, bottom outlet) and Retro 8 (8-gallon, top outlet) with Outlaw-style inserts are designed specifically for Mini-Sprint applications.
• Fuel Forward Bladder Tanks — A forward-mount design featuring a 14-gallon shell with an 8-gallon bladder, optimized for specific chassis builds.
• Tank Shells Only — For builders who prefer to source their own internal components, bare shells are available in a variety of capacities.

A Legacy Rooted in Open-Wheel Racing

Saldana Racing Products offers a large line of fuel cells, oil tanks, and fuel accessories for all types of open-wheel and drag racing, as well as street performance vehicles. Whether you are campaigning a 410 sprint car on a half-mile dirt track or building a competitive mini-sprint, Saldana's fuel cells deliver the construction quality and class-legal compliance that racers demand. Explore the full fuel cell category to find the right configuration for your application.