2/10/2026
Pro Pulling League
Fendt High Stakes Series Reveal Shines Spotlight on Exceptional Mini Rod Tractor Competitors
Fairfield, OH (February 10th, 2026) - As our reveal of Fendt High Stakes Series competitors across eight distinguished classes winds down, the anticipation remains unabated to see who has punched their card to lay claim to their portion of a remarkable $2.7 million dollar payout.
The focus shifts today to the high-flying Mini Rod Tractor class, featuring a potent group of combatants with the tools and talent to win. Reigning IHRA Pro Pulling League Champions Tour title holder Tanner Nelson (“1/2 Past Midnight”) is joined by past champions Jordan Nelson (“North American Trailer”), Abbey Leischner (“Dirtslinger”), and Bruce Slagh (“Show No Mercy”). Beyond that, it’s a list full of competitors who know what it takes to win a championship – especially when the stakes are high!
We proudly present our Mini Rod Tractor competitors:
1/2 Past Midninght - Tanner Nelson - Sidney, IL
Beast of Burden - Adam Koester - Wadesville, IN
Bob Cat - Jed Leischner - Weldon, IL
Cash Cow - Bret Berg - Farmington, MN
Category 1 - Peter Norton - Franklin, IN
Dirtslinger - Abbey Leischner - Archie, MO
Firestorm - Jeremy Smith - Medina, OH
Footloose - Adam Koester - Wadesville, IN
Have No Mercy - Tyler Slagh - Zeeland, MI
It's No Joke - Mike Evans - Johnson Creek, WI
Kansas Twister - Logan Stevens - Louisburg, KS
Little Hurricane - Peter Norton - Franklin, IN
North American Trailer - Jordan Nelson - Altamont, IL
Show No Mercy - Bruce Slagh - Zeeland, MI
Stress Relief - Todd Bultman - Zeeland, MI
Walk The Line - Adam Koester - Wadesville, IN
Wheatland Express Mini Edition - Logan Stevens- Louisburg, KS
2026 Series Schedule
The Fendt High Stakes Series officially kicks off this June. Mark your calendars for these premier events:
• June 5–6: Darana - Dragway 42 | West Salem, OH
• June 19–20: 300 Raceway | Farley, IA
• July 10–11: Milan - Darana Dragway | Milan, MI
• August 7–8: Darana – National Trail Raceway | Hebron, OH
• September 25–26: Darana Motorsports Park | Benson, NC (Series Finale)
Our list concludes tomorrow with the Pro Stock Tractor division, with a extraordinary roster of pullers! Stay tuned to our website and social media platforms for this final announcement!
About Fendt:
Bolder is Better
Grow Bold isn't just something we say at Fendt. It's something we do. A promise to boldly pursue the industry's highest standard - then set it even higher. To work as tirelessly as possible to give you everything you need to achieve the results you want. Relentlessly pushing innovation forward to take your farming operation to the next level.
It's made us one of the fastest-growing agricultural manufacturers in North America, and it'll make your operation second to none.
About Pro Pulling League:
Entering its 21st season in 2026, the Pro Pulling Series continues as the world's largest truck and tractor pulling sanctioning body, featuring 300 sessions of competition across twenty states through the Champions Tour, Hart's Diesel Silver Series, Sancrest Western Series presented by Champion Seed, AP1 Insurance Midwest Region, and their member-states. The Pro Pulling League is the only sanctioning body to offer pulling coverage across all broadcast platforms, through their own in-house live stream service (www.propulling.tv),and Speed Sport 1 - The Motorsports Network, reaching more than 150 million homes.
For the latest in news from the Pro Pulling League stay tuned at www.propulling.com and follow us in social media: On our Facebook page, on X/Twitter (@propulling), and on Instagram (propullingleague). Our YouTube channel (@propullingleague) offers exciting truck and tractor pulling action from past events.
About International Hot Rod Association (IHRA):
Founded in 1970, IHRA is a major North American drag racing group. It organizes racing at all levels, from local to professional. The IHRA is now focused on elevating all motorsports, including Truck and Tractor Pulling, and improving the fan experience through collaboration and innovation.
For more info, visit www.IHRA.com or follow @IHRA on social media.
Submitted By: Bryan Lively
