DaMaCai Guide: 1+3D, 3D & Jackpot Games Explained

What Is DaMaCai?

DaMaCai (also known as Pan Malaysian Pools) is one of Malaysia's three licensed number forecast operators. Originally established in 1951, DaMaCai offers unique game formats including 1+3D, 3D, and 3+3D Bonus that differentiate it from Magnum and Sports Toto.

Like all Malaysian lotteries, DaMaCai games are purely luck-based. The draws use mechanical ball systems ensuring random results.

1+3D Game

DaMaCai's flagship product is the 1+3D game, which works identically to standard 4D:

  • Number range: 0000 to 9999
  • Winning numbers per draw: 23 (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 10 Starter, 10 Consolation)
  • Bet types: Big and Small

1+3D Prize Structure (per RM1)

Prize Big Small
1st Prize RM 2,500 RM 3,500
2nd Prize RM 1,000 RM 2,000
3rd Prize RM 500 RM 1,000
Starter (×10) RM 200
Consolation (×10) RM 60

3D Game

DaMaCai's unique 3D game uses only 3 digits:

  • Number range: 000 to 999 (1,000 combinations)
  • Winning numbers: 3 per draw (1st, 2nd, 3rd)
  • Better odds: 3 in 1,000 = 0.3% chance of winning

3D Prize Structure (per RM1)

Prize Payout
1st Prize RM 660
2nd Prize RM 330
3rd Prize RM 165
Note: While 3D has better winning odds than 4D (0.3% vs 0.03%), the prizes are proportionally smaller. The house edge remains similar across all formats.

3+3D Bonus

3+3D Bonus is DaMaCai's progressive jackpot game:

  • Select two sets of 3 numbers (6 digits total)
  • Match both sets against drawn numbers
  • Jackpot is progressive (rolls over until won)
  • Jackpot can reach millions of RM

The jackpot odds are extremely low—similar to 6-digit lotto games. Treat this purely as entertainment with very low probability of winning.

Super 1+3D Jackpot

Super 1+3D adds a jackpot component to the standard 1+3D game:

  • Buy a 1+3D ticket with Super option (additional cost)
  • If your number wins 1st, 2nd, or 3rd prize, you're entered into jackpot draw
  • Progressive jackpot can reach many millions

Draw Schedule

DaMaCai draws are held three times per week:

  • Wednesday – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday – 7:00 PM

DaMaCai vs Magnum vs Toto

All three operators offer similar core 4D products with nearly identical odds and payouts. The main differences are:

Feature DaMaCai Magnum Toto
Core 4D 1+3D 4D 4D
3D Game ✓ Yes ✗ No ✗ No
5D Game ✗ No ✗ No ✓ Yes
6D Game ✗ No ✗ No ✓ Yes
Progressive Jackpot 3+3D, Super 1+3D Magnum Life 6/55, 6/58

Choosing between operators is purely preference—the core 4D games offer virtually identical value. Some players bet on multiple operators to increase prize eligibility.

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