Beyer Speed Figure Converter

Convert speed figures between popular rating systems including Beyer, Timeform, Racing Post Rating, BRIS, Ragozin Sheets, and Thoro-Graph.

Formula:Normalized = (Value - Poor) / (Elite - Poor) × 100

Conversion Result

Beyer Speed Figures
90.0
Good
Timeform (UK)
110.0
Good
Good: Allowance/Stakes level

All Conversions

Beyer Speed Figures90.0Good
Timeform (UK)110.0Good
Racing Post Rating105.0Good
BRIS Speed85.0Good
Equibase Speed90.0Good
Ragozin Sheets5.0Average
Thoro-Graph5.0Average
⚠️ Conversions are approximate estimates. Each rating system uses different methodologies and track adjustments. Use as rough guides only.

Higher numbers are better on this scale

Scale Reference

ScaleEliteGoodAveragePoor
Beyer Speed Figures110+9070≤50
Timeform (UK)130+11090≤70
Racing Post Rating125+10585≤65
BRIS Speed105+8565≤45
Equibase Speed110+9070≤50
Ragozin Sheets(inv)≤051015+
Thoro-Graph(inv)≤051015+

Quick Answer

Speed figure conversions help compare horses rated on different systems. While not exact, a Beyer 100 roughly equals Timeform 125, BRIS 95, or Ragozin 2. Each system uses unique methodologies, so treat conversions as approximations.

Major Speed Figure Systems

Beyer Speed Figures (USA)

Published in Daily Racing Form. Most widely used US system. Higher is better. Kentucky Derby winners typically earn 105-112. Created by Andrew Beyer.

Timeform (UK/Ireland)

Premier European rating system since 1948. Uses pounds-based scale. Frankel earned 147, the highest flat rating ever. Stayers rated slightly lower.

Ragozin Sheets / Thoro-Graph

"Sheet" figures used by serious handicappers. Inverted scale where lower is better. A "0" is exceptional. Popular with professional bettors.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate are speed figure conversions?

Speed figure conversions are approximations. Each rating system uses different methodologies, track adjustments, and calculation methods. Use conversions as rough guides rather than exact equivalents.

What is a good Beyer Speed Figure?

In Beyer Speed Figures: 100+ is elite (Grade 1), 90-99 is stakes quality, 80-89 is allowance level, 70-79 is claiming races, and below 70 is lower claiming. Derby winners often run 105-110.

Why are Ragozin/Thoro-Graph figures inverted?

Ragozin Sheets and Thoro-Graph use an inverted scale where lower numbers are better. A "0" is exceptional (Grade 1 level), while "15" or higher indicates lower-level competition.

What is Timeform rating?

Timeform is the leading UK/Irish rating system. Their scale goes higher than Beyer (up to 140+). A Timeform 130+ is exceptional, 120 is Group level, 110 is Listed/handicap quality.