Buckhurst Plant Hire Proud to Sponsor Aftermath Tractor Pulling for Another Season

Buckhurst Plant Hire is delighted to announce that we are once again sponsoring Aftermath Tractor Pulling for the upcoming season. After nine years of supporting the team, we’re proud to continue backing a group that brings so much passion, power and excitement to the sport.

Tractor pulling is a true showcase of engineering, teamwork and determination — values that align closely with our own. Aftermath’s commitment to pushing boundaries and delivering unforgettable performances makes them a fantastic team to support, and we’re thrilled to be part of their journey again this year.

The Walsh family has been enjoying and supporting British tractor pulling for many years and have been sponsoring the Aftermath Tractor Pulling Team for 8 years. They became sponsors after having dealt with the Whittingham family business for many years prior.

Tractor Pulling is the World’s most powerful motorsport - some machines competing with over 9,000 horsepower! The first tractor pulling events in the UK and Europe were held in 1977 and the sport has been steadily growing in popularity ever since.

Tractor pulling competitions take place on a 100 metre track, and involve the machines pulling a weight transfer sledge. A weight transfer sledge basically gets heavier to pull as it is pulled down the track. This is achieved by increasing the weight on the pan of the sledge by moving the weight box from the rear to the front of the sledge as the sledge is pulled forward. The winner of the competition is the machine that can pull the sledge the furthest.

Aftermath Unleashed competes in the light modified class. The amazing machine boasts 3x supercharged 540ci Chevrolet V8 engines running on methanol producing a staggering 6,000 horsepower.

The team, based in Scorton, includes Daniel Whittingham and his father Paul Whittingham  who run a business involving agricultural contracting and second hand machinery sales in Lancashire. The mechanics who work with them are Karl Carter, Stan Leaming, Andy Cowley, Simon Gaskell and Tom Roskell.

Looking Ahead to the UK Truck & Tractor Show at Scorton
The season gets off to an exciting start this weekend at the UK Truck & Tractor Show in Scorton, and we can’t wait to see Aftermath in action. The event is always a highlight on the calendar, bringing together enthusiasts, families and industry professionals for a weekend packed with horsepower, competition and entertainment.

We’ll be there cheering the team on and soaking up the atmosphere. If you’re heading to Scorton, keep an eye out for Aftermath — their runs are always a crowd favourite.

Supporting Local Teams and Local Events
At Buckhurst Plant Hire, we’re committed to supporting local communities, events and organisations that share our drive and energy. Sponsoring Aftermath Tractor Pulling is just one of the ways we give back and stay connected to the people and places that matter to us.

We wish the team the very best of luck for the season ahead and look forward to following their progress throughout the year.