University of Manitoba – Drive train disconnect
Event: 2025 IQS
Category: Drivetrain
Subcategory: Drive train disconnect
This table shows this tractor’s tech status for each rule in this subcategory. Click a rule number to see the rule-specific detail page.
| Rule # | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|
| (Sec 6.8) | A positive powertrain disconnect must be incorporated and must be located between the engine PTO and all driven wheels. (Sec 6.8) | Pass |
| (Sec 6.8.1) | Examples of positive disconnects include (but are not limited to) a sliding coupler, Lovejoy coupler, Dodge coupler, or bare shaft (Sec 6.8.1) | Pass |
| (Sec 6.8.2) | Disconnecting or blocking hydraulic circuits or electrical circuits is not an acceptable driveline disconnect method (Sec 6.8.2) | Pass |
| (Sec 6.9) | Disengaged clutches or transmissions are not considered an acceptable disconnect. (Sec 6.9) | Pass |
| (Sec 6.10) | With the powertrain disconnected (Sec 6.10) | Pass |
| (Sec 6.10.1) | Vehicles may not have bearings that form a connection across the powertrain disconnect (Sec 6.10.1) | Pass |
| (Sec 6.10.2) | Components that can rotate with the powertrain disconnected must be shielded as required in normal operation (i.e., shields removed to aid in disconnecting the powertrain must be replaced within the allotted time). (Sec 6.10.2) | Pass |
| (Sec 6.11) | The powertrain must be able to be disconnected in less than 4 minutes by two people and reconnected in less than 4 minutes by two people. (Sec 6.11) | Pass |
| (Sec 6.11.1) | This includes the removal and installation of any shields, guards, and/or body components; exhaust heat shields may not be removed. (Sec 6.11.1) | Pass |