Ionia Farm Power Rules 

Antique & Antique Plus Tractor Pulls

 

1.      Tractor and engine must be of brand name, manufactured in 1958 or before, and have serial number in proper place.  

2.      All tractors must have fenders and working brakes.

3.      Tractors will be separated into three classes:  1) Farm Stock  2) Antique 3 MPH   3) Antique Plus 4.5 MPH.  See separate rules for Farm Stock.

4.      Each tractor may pull a maximum of two times in each speed class by jumping one weight range in each speed class you may pull a maximum of 4 times.  If  two drivers are using the same tractor,  only the one pulling the farthest receives prize (trophy or money).  

5.      Weight classes are as follows: 2500 lbs., 3500 lbs., 4500 lbs., 5500 lbs., 6500 lbs. 

6.      Pull will be based on distance of pull.

7.      Tractors must cross scales just before hooking to sled in each classPaper plates with large numbers for identification will be on each tractor in the location indicated at the time of registration.

8.      Tractors must not have any added governor controls, such as strings, wire or foot controls even if factory installed (i.e. J.D. H.).

9.      No excess of engine RPMs. 10% above factory specifications will be allowed.  Tractor speed is limited to 2.5 MPH, 3 MPH and to 4.5 MPH by radar on machine.

10. Three beeps of the horn will result in DISQUALIFICATION.

11. Draw bar height, not to exceed 19 inches at point of hitch.  Hitch point a minimum of 24 inches center of rear axle back.  All clevises must be rigid, with a minimum of a three inch hole.  No vertical clevises.

12. No weights to extend beyond 11 feet from center of rear axle forward.  No added weight behind hitch point.  All weight must be safely secured to the tractor.

13. Maximum tire size of 18.4 x 33 inches will be allowed with rims up to 33 inches.  Maximum tire size of 15.5 x 38 inches will be allowed with rims over 33 inches.  If other than rules, burden of proof is on the driver.  NO DOUBLE CUT TIRES.

14. Cut tires allowed on Antique and Antique Plus only, there are no restrictions on the top of the traction bars.  The front of the traction bars and casing cannot be altered.  No rice or radial tires allowed.

15. Driver must remain seated, signal tractor is out of gear when hitching and unhitching from the sled.  Driver must keep one hand on the steering wheel at all times.  Driver must obey the flagman.

16. Chain must be tight and driver must have signal from flagman before proceeding with pull.

17. Any object falling off of a tractor or driver while hooked to the sled will result in DISQUALIFICATION.

18. Boundary lines will be marked.   Tractor will be disqualified if tractor tire touches the line.

19. Wheelie bars highly recommended.

20. Minimum age of driver will be 14 years of age.  Written consent of guardian is required if under 18 years of age.

21. Three judges whose majority decision will be final.

22. Violations of any rules or unsportsman-like conduct shall be cause for disqualification of contestant and your entry fee will not be refunded.

23. Any of the above rules may be waived as per interpretation of the judges.

24. It is suggested that each tractor carry an approved fire extinguisher.

25. Pulling organization or Ionia Fair Association will not be held responsible for any damages done to tractor, driver, spectators or equipment while participation at the event.

26. No alcoholic beverages allowed on the grounds and participants shall not be under the influences of alcohol or drugs.  This also will result in driver DISQUALIFICATION.

Click here to see FARM STOCK RULES