Now entering its 49th year, this iconic event continues to attract competitors and spectators from across Australia, cementing Quambatook’s reputation as the home of tractor pulling.
Supported by Kubota Australia, the championships promise a day and night of raw horsepower, mechanical innovation and genuine country hospitality.
Located 40 minutes south of Swan Hill, the Quambatook Tractor Pull Complex is Australia’s first permanent tractor pulling venue, featuring both big and mini sled tracks running side by side. Designed by pullers for pullers, it consistently delivers some of the strongest competition in the country.
The action begins at 1pm on Easter Saturday with the vintage tractor pull, showcasing the machinery that laid the foundations of Australian farming.
From 3.30pm, the pace intensifies as modified tractors and trucks take to the track, pulling enormous weight down the 100m course in a test of strength, traction and engineering.
Among the standout entries is the iconic Quamby Quaker, a super modified running a blown 502 Chev paired with a 4020 John Deere transmission and rear end — a machine that can only be seen competing at Quambatook.
It will be joined in the super modified class by Woteva, featuring twin 350 Chev engines, a Road Ranger transmission and Steiger back-end.
Also in the field is Bad Attitude in the 2WD Truck A class, powered by a 540 Chev with a three-speed gearbox and Rockwell differential.
The modified farm class includes Wasted Days and Wasted Nights, a 1973 John Deere 4630 combining traditional machinery with modern performance through its intercooled, turbocharged JD 466ci engine, while the mini modified class features machines such as Tossa, running a 349 Chrysler through a Powerglide and Ford 9-inch differential.
When the sun sets, competition continues under lights until about 10pm, creating the night-time atmosphere the event is known for.
During the tea break, patrons are invited into the pits for access to the tractors and trucks, with opportunities to meet drivers and crews, take photos and get autographs.
Spectators can also enjoy a remote-control tractor-pulling demonstration presented by RC Pullers Australia, featuring scaled-down tractors and a purpose-built sled that mirrors full-size competition.
Live music during the break will be provided by Lachlan Downes, a well-known performer from the Deniliquin region, while younger spectators can look forward to a visit from the Easter Bunny, who will hand out Easter eggs at the end of the break.
Making a debut appearance at the 2026 Australian Championships is Tringali Racing, which is bringing its 1300-horsepower Detroit 8V92-powered Transtar truck to Quambatook.
Led by Frank Tringali and his son Anthony, the team is a standout on the Australian Supertruck scene and is also recognised for its fundraising efforts supporting brain cancer research.
Vintage tractor owners interested in entering are encouraged to contact Doug on 0427 346 634.
