Category: News

IMMEDIATE RELEASE

12/23/2025

World Pulling International (WPI), the management body of the National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA), along with the Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulling Association (OTTPA), and Full Pull Entertainment (Full Pull LIVE), jointly announce that they are actively engaged in negotiations that will ultimately bring both pulling organizations under a single unified umbrella.

It is critically important to emphasize that there will be no changes to competition structures, rules, schedules, event formats, or day-to-day operations for either group during the 2026 season or at any time in the immediate future. Both the NTPA and the Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulling Association will continue to operate independently and conduct business as usual in 2026, consistent with how each has operated in 2025 and previously.

While certain details of the overall agreement are still being finalized, the direction and intent of this process are clear. All parties are moving forward together in good faith and with full alignment on the outcome. This is a deliberate step forward designed to strengthen the sport with stability, consistency, and confidence for all competitors, promoters, and fans that make the sport of pulling the special experience that it is.

This announcement represents a historic moment for truck and tractor pulling. Additional information will be shared at the appropriate time once final agreements are complete. Until then, all three groups remain fully focused on delivering successful seasons, strong events, and a stable, unified future for the growth of the sport.

Kurt Van Beek
Owner / CEO, Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pullers Association

Chase Richardson
CEO, Full Pull Entertainment 

Ned Walliser
President, World Pulling International

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE-

Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulling Association Statement:

Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulling would like to address its fans, members, competitors, officials, associates, partners, and sponsors.

After extensive time, thoughtful deliberation, and meaningful discussion within our organization and in collaboration with trusted business partners, industry contributors, leadership, and outside counsel, we have made the decision to withdraw from the planned future partnership and ownership arrangement with IHRA.

We firmly believe that the strength of Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulling lies in its people, its stability, and its current trajectory. Our focus moving forward is on a growth path that is both sustainable and attainable, driven by our commitment to succeed as an industry. We recognize that this goal is best achieved with the continued support and passion of those who are deeply invested in the future direction of our sport.

We sincerely thank IHRA for the collaboration and renewed energy they brought to discussions surrounding the growth and sustainability of truck and tractor pulling. We look forward to remaining engaged with the broader Pulling industry as it continues to evolve, and we are enthusiastic about the role Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulling will play in that future.

Gracious Regards,
Owner: Kurt Van Beek

contact@outlawpulling.com
745 Riverview Dr. Rock Valley Iowa, IA 51247

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 28, 2026

OTTPA Announces Turbocharger Rule Update for 2026 Limited Pro Stock Tractor Class

The Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulling Association (OTTPA) has announced an important update for the 2026 pulling season regarding the Limited Pro Stock Tractor class. Beginning in 2026, all vehicles competing in this class will be required to run the 4.1 box turbocharger from Harts Diesel.

OTTPA has seen strong success with standardized turbocharger programs in other divisions including the Wimer box turbo in the 5.0 Pro Stock class and the box turbo currently used in the Super Farm class. After careful review and conversations with multiple suppliers, three proposals were received, and the Harts Diesel 4.1 smooth-bore box turbocharger was selected.

A key objective of this rule change is to ensure fairness and equal performance across the class. To eliminate any perception of favoritism, Harts Diesel will produce all turbos and ship pallets of turbos to three designated distribution locations. Pullers will have the opportunity to personally select their turbo from these pallets, ensuring complete transparency in the distribution process.

The Limited Pro Stock Tractor class originally launched using a box turbocharger, which contributed to large, competitive fields with over 20 tractors at many events. Over time, the number of competitors has declined due to increased costs and component failures. This rule change is designed to reduce breakage, control costs, and help rebuild participation within the class ensuring the long-term strength of the class and continued value for our promoters.

OTTPA remains committed to supporting fair, competitive, and sustainable pulling classes for all members and fans.

Click to View PDF Version of Announcement

The rules meeting for the 2026 pulling season will be November, 22nd, 2025 at the Margaritaville Resort in the Lake of the Ozarks at 10:00am.  Click the link below to download the rule proposals for 2026.  The general rule proposals and each class proposals are included.

Click to Download 2026 OTTPA Rule Proposals 

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 3, 2025!