Redneck Tractor Pulling 2 Rules

Current as of January 2024

1. Contestant enters pull at his/her own risk and recognizes that he/she may be held responsible for their own injuries or damages as well as negligence. A waiver must be signed in acknowledgement.
2. No alcoholic beverages are allowed.
3. Contest open to factory built, patent and single cylinder tractors only. No larger than 16HP tractor with rubber tires. Securely fastened seats with at least a three inch back and workable brakes.
4. No steel flywheels. Must be stock OEM flywheel and shield.
5. All drivers must be able to control tractors at all times.
6. The track judge will stop any tractor if the front end gets too high or if any other dangers occur. The track judge has the final say.
7. Weight brackets or any weight added must be secured in some way and cannot extend more than 12 inches in the furthest point of the front of the tractor.
8. A safety device is required to prevent any overturning (wheelie bars). All children must wear helmets.
9. All pullers must wear long pants and closed toe shoes during the duration of a pull.
10. Contestants pull at the position assigned. No entry will be taken after class has started pulling. Number 1 puller will be test puller and can take the pull or drop back to third position.
11. Kids’ classes are for those 15 years and under (Age as of January 1).
12. Tractor may pull two times in a single class only if entry fee is paid for both drivers. Tractors can only place once per class. In children’s classes, a puller can only pull two tractors per class.
13. The tractor must remain within boundaries during their pull or be disqualified.
14. No portion of the tractor or driver shall interfere with the sled or hitch during the pull.
15. Pull starts from a tight hitch and signal from the flagman. Contestants will be given two attempts to start the sled as long as they are within the cones (50ft). Driver must stop on the flagman’s signal. No jerking or bouncing. All drivers must have at least one hand on the steering wheel at all times during their pull.
16. Once the tractor has started the pull, no one except the track officials are allowed within the track boundaries. Coaching only from the outside boundaries or sidelines is permitted; in kids’ classes, 2 adults are permitted to walk alongside the tractor for safety. If the tractor is touched for any reason after passing the 50ft cone, the touch will be used for the pull distance. Any child pulling in an adult class must follow adult rules.
17. Gasoline only.
18. No shifting of gears during the duration of a pulling attempt.
19. 4000 RPM maximum, must have a working governor.
20. Tire size is to be no larger than 23 x 10.50 x 12. No cut or sharpened tires.
21. No welded rear ends. Tractor must have working differentials.
22. No visual engine modifications; stock engines only. 
23. 10/12HP engines must run 26 carburetors. 14/16HP engines may run 30 carburetors. Carburetors cannot be altered.
24. The draw bar must be stationary 12 inches from top of hitching device to the ground and parallel to the ground. Hitch must be stationary vertically (no sliding up and down).
25. Stock gearing only. A speed limit may be established.
26. Must have reverse.