![]() Speed operating rules will be announced at the driver’s meeting prior to start of event (renewed for 2021 season). A speed monitor and horn alerting system will be made available to alert operators & officials to over speed conditions. MPH limits may be utilized per discretion of the event promoters or organizers. Tractor models must have been in production prior to 1970.ġ5. Tires may NOT be mechanically “cut”, however worn tires are acceptable.ġ4. “Highly modified” pulling tractors will not be allowed at event. Turbo-charged tractors will NOT be allowed, even if the turbo is removed, except in Open Class or specific “turbo allowed” classes, if scheduled by event promoter.ġ2. Crankshaft stroke must be stock and correct for the model of tractor. Engines must be the proper type for the model of tractor. Tractors will be stock appearing to include hoods, grills, and fuel tanks. During the pull the driver must remain seated as manufacturer intended and in a forward facing position, and able to safely reach all controls. Drivers must remain in seat and on the tractor once it is on deck. Batteries or tanks will not be allowed on front brackets.ĩ. Weights do not have to match tractor make. They may be homemade or factory, however the furthest front edge of the weight or bracket cannot be more than 24” beyond the tractor frame unless they are tractor brand matching factory brackets and weights. Front Weight Brackets – brackets will be allowed on any tractor, however not “extended pulling brackets”. If one contestant protests & requests the rpms of another tractor to be checked, the protestor will also be checked.Ĩ. At the discretion of event organizers, a “red dot” marking system of 3 random matchbooks in each class may be used to indicate a tractor to be checked. Classes 7500, 9000, & 10,500# will be allowed stock plus a maximum of 10% over. Engine RPMS – Classes 4500, 5250 & 6000# will produce no more than stock advertised maximum no load rpms. Example The event may start with the 7500# class, then proceed to the 6000#, then the 4500# class, etc.ħ. Weight Class Pull Order - may be altered at the event at the discretion of the promoters or organizers of the event. All Classes manufactured prior to 1970.Ħ. A subclass will also exist in the 9000 lb class for tractors 1959 and older and will compete separately for position, however operate simultaneously within the 9000# class. In the 7500# class only, gas & diesel tractors will compete separately for position, however operate simultaneously within the 7500# class. The M-M “G” will be considered a 7500#, 4 plow tractor. Plow class will also be assigned to each tractor, e.g., an IHC “M” will not be allowed to compete in the 4500# or 5250# class since it’s rated as 3 plow tractor vs a 2 plow of an IHC “H” 2 plow tractor. Weight Classes - will be 4500 lbs, 5250, 6000, 7500 (gas and diesel), 9000 (subclass of 1959 & older), and 10,500# & OPEN (depending on event schedule). For classes 9,000 & 10,500, pressed steel rims may be used with a maximum of 18.4x38 tires on a 16” rim. Tire size must have been available as standard or optional equipment for the model of tractor entered. Pressed Steel Wheels – will be allowed however, the correct tire width must be used for the model tractor entered on classes 7500# and below. Classes 9000 & 10500 is drivers’ discretion.Ĥ. ![]() Classes 4500, 5250, 6000, & 7500 will utilize only the bottom hole of the hitch. Safety Hitches – All classes except OPEN will utilize the event-supplied “safety hitch”. The top of the hitch will be 20”, measured at weigh-in or at certification.ģ. Fast Hitches (IHC) – Fast Hitches (IHC) must be fixed rigid so as not to be able to move when pulling. However, drawbar hitch pin area should be as level as possible.Ģ. Drawbar pull point can be straight or “drop” configuration drawbar. ![]() The minimum distance from the center of the axle to the center of the hitch pin hole will be 18”. The top of the drawbar will not exceed 20” measured from the ground. All drawbars will be measured & checked at weigh-in or certification. Drawbars – All classes, except OPEN, will pull from a stock appearing drawbar in a stock mounting location. See schedule for pull times Changes for 2022 rules shown in Bold Italicsġ. WCTA only Download full rules PDF: Click Here If you fill out the exhibitor form, please email it to or bring it with you to the event. You can find the information about becoming and exhibitor for the show here: You can choose to exhibit for all days of the show, or even just the day of the pull. We ask that you register as an exhibitor for our show and we encourage Tractor Pull participants to exhibit at the show so we have more tractors for attendees to view and enjoy. Participants will register/sign up/ weigh-in for the tractor pull on site at the event. Sign up for the Tractor Pulls cannot be done in advance online or with a form.
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