Wilkes 160
North Wilkesboro Speedway — October 24, 1954
Dick Rathman
Winner
160
Laps
24
Entries
2
Leaders
Dick Rathman won the 1954 Wilkes 160 at North Wilkesboro Speedway on October 24, 1954, leading 48 of 160 laps. Herb Thomas finished second; Joe Eubanks rounded out the podium. The race featured 2 different leaders.
Race Details
Date
Sunday, October 24, 1954
Season
1954
Winner
Leaders
2 drivers
| Pos | Start | +/- | Driver |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | — | — | Dick Rathman |
| 2 | — | — | Herb Thomas |
| 3 | — | — | Joe Eubanks |
| 4 | — | — | Curtis Turner |
| 5 | — | — | Lee Petty |
| 6 | — | — | Ralph Liguori |
| 7 | — | — | Al Keller |
| 8 | — | — | Andy Winfree |
| 9 | — | — | Jim Paschal |
| 10 | — | — | Jimmie Lewallen |
| 11 | — | — | Bob Welborn |
| 12 | 1 | -11 | Gober Sosebee |
| 13 | — | — | Fred Dove |
| 14 | — | — | Billy Irvin |
| 15 | — | — | Buck Baker |
| 16 | — | — | Eddie Skinner |
| 17 | — | — | Bud Harless |
| 18 | — | — | Ralph Dutton |
| 19 | — | — | Elton Hildreth |
| 20 | — | — | Ted Rambo |
| 21 | — | — | Arden Mounts |
| 22 | — | — | Dave Terrell |
| 23 | — | — | Stan Kross |
| 24 | — | — | Blackie Pitt |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the 1954 Wilkes 160?
Dick Rathman won the 1954 Wilkes 160 at North Wilkesboro Speedway driving for John Ditz (Owner).
Where was the 1954 Wilkes 160 held?
The 1954 Wilkes 160 was held at North Wilkesboro Speedway on October 24, 1954.