An 11.5m tall Chamberlain 40K replica, said to the world’s largest tractor, will be unveiled at an event in Western Australia
On October 5, the Big Tractor Project and the North Midlands Agricultural Society will unveil what they say is the world’s biggest tractor in Carnamah, Western Australia.
The 11.5m tall tractor is a large replica of the Chamberlain 40K, which holds holds significant history in WA, as it was the first tractor to be built in the state.
Currently being finished off by Diab Engineering, Geraldton, the huge orange tractor is the culmination of a long-time dream of Bob Lukins, one of the founding members of the Vintage Tractor & Machinery Association of WA.
It was his vision from almost 30 years ago that has finally come to fruition – honouring the Chamberlain 40K with a large replica, the event hosts say.
President of the Big Tractor Committee Brendon Haeusler has been working with community members raising funds and awareness of the project.
“This tractor will bring visitors to our region from all over the world, as the Chamberlain tractors are very popular and were the backbone of early agriculture in Australia,” he says.
“We have managed to raise over $600,000 without grants, thanks to the incredible generosity of individuals and companies statewide who have put their hand in their pocket.”
To celebrate the unveiling, the Big Tractor Project and the North Midlands Agricultural Society have teamed up to host the Country Carnival, which will see a vintage tractor parade and a community festival with food and entertainment.
Approximately 50 vintage tractors from the Carnamah Tractor Museum owned by Hal Walton will lead the tractor parade to the town’s Niven Park where they will be on display.
Local farmers will be able to start the old engines and put this vintage collection on the road for all to see.
The Opening of the Big Tractor is a free event, however tickets to the Country Carnival are $20/$10 and children under 12 are free. People can buy tickets at the gate or online at https://events.humanitix.com/worlds-biggest-tractor-opening-and-country-carnival.