This tractor seemed to be the forgotten customized miniature tractor…or at least for this website. In 2019 our farming operation underwent some major changes. One change was that the barn shop was no more. Tractor building gradually resumed as we relocated our shop.

During this time Dale saw a future project when he looked at our Case IH DX22e compact tractor. With some changes it would hopefully resemble the full-size Case IH Magnum series tractors. The hood stayed the same but tires were changed out as soon as possible. Firestone 31×15-15 rear tires were chosen first, with matching tread 23×10.5-12 front tires added next.

Several ideas to customize the rear fenders to fit the wider tires were considered. The final choice was to cut apart and extend the original panels. Since this compact tractor has a FWA option the build continued with the addition of front fenders. Todd and Dale designed fenders and mounting brackets. A side step was also built and added.

The front weights were cut with a plasma cutter and mounted to a custom front bracket. New seat also added. Painting, including some special effects, brought the build closer to completion. Decals challenge us to get it “right” at times. Model number for this tractor was purposely left off in the chance this miniature would go to a new home and an appropriate number could be added.