Limited Weld Rules

Entry Fee

$250 Entry Fee

1st Place: $5,000

2nd Place: $2,500

3rd Place: $1,000

Eligible Mowers

• Any belt-driven lawn mower (Fresh Builds Only).

• No John Deere 240/265.

• No Craftsman 4000 Series.

• No garden tractors.

Material Rule

• Maximum material size:

• 2” x 2” x 1/4”

• Unless otherwise specified.

Engine Plate

• One 1/4” engine plate allowed.

• Maximum size: 12” x 13”.

Frame

• Stock frame required.

• Reinforcement only where specifically allowed.

Bumper Shocks

• One 10” front bumper shock allowed.

• One 14” rear bumper shock allowed.

• Must run from bumper back along frame rails.

• Front bumper must maintain at least 1” gap from frame.

Bumpers

• Homemade bumpers permitted.

• Must remain safe and within tech inspection standards.

Tires

• Any lawn mower tire.

• No steel wheels.

• No tire chains.

Fuel System

• Secure fuel tank required.

• Leak-free fuel system required.

Battery

• Must be securely mounted.

• Covered if located near driver.

Safety

• Helmet required.

• Eye protection recommended.

• Long pants and closed-toe shoes required.

• Kill switch strongly recommended.

General

• No driver’s area hits.

• No intentional dangerous driving.

• Tech officials have final say.

• Any mower deemed unsafe may be disqualified.

UMC reserves the right to approve, reject, or reclassify any mower at any time before competition begins.