The Battle of Machines - Truck & Tractor Pull

Friday, July 15th, 7:30 pm, Newton County Fairgrounds. That's when it happens!  Machines and men will meet in head to sled competition to prove their strength at this year's edition of the Newton County Fair Truck and Tractor Pull.  Jim Smith and Shane Storey, the pull superintendents, have worked hard with the Hoosier State Tractor Pullers Association to include as many events as possible for an exciting night of pulling.  All classes are open to any HSTPA or NTPA participant.  An entry fee for each tractor or truck per class is charged.

Thanks to the support of  AgVenture/D&M Seeds, Emerson-Sondgerath, Donaldson Equipment, Newton County Farmers Mutual Insurance & Grinnell Mutual, Bayer Crop Services, Kentland Elevator & Supply, Fowler State Bank, and the Newton County Fair Association the prize money has increased to a purse of over $6500 to encourage participation and reward the winners for their time and effort.

Pitting itself against the pullers once again will be the popular Ironsides Pulling Sled team!  This crew is well known for its accuracy and reliability which keeps the competition running smoothly!

The pulling track is recognized for its design and ability to provide good pulling conditions.   The track can be used even if it rains the day of the pull because the track surface is sealed and only the top 2 inches of clay must be removed to provide a fresh surface below.

And for the first time at the Newton County Fair, two new classes:  Stock Diesel Pickup and Unlimited Diesel Pickup!   These two new classes will be added after the final pull of the HSTPA.  An entry fee of $25 with one mechanic for each truck per class is charged.  Payout for these new classes is as follows:  1st place $200, 2nd place $100 and 3rd place $75.  Contact Kolton Wilson for more information, 219-869-2132.   These new classes are sponsored by Paul Donaldson and Wilson Patterson Diesel.

Trucks and tractors can be weighed from 4:00 PM until 6:45 PM on the 15th of July.

Tickets for the pull will be $10.00 for box seats and $8.00 for general admission. Pit passes are available as well.  Make sure you're in the crowd on Friday, July 15th at 7:30 pm to cheer on your favorite pullers.  For more information regarding this event, contact Jim Smith, Shane Storey, or the fairgrounds office, (219) 474-5745.