Founded in 1976 as Mud Hog庐 in Brookston, Indiana, the company has evolved from its roots in axle systems to become a leader in advanced traction and mobility solutions. Over the past 50 years, Terra Drive Systems has built its reputation on engineering excellence, practical field-tested solutions, and a commitment to helping customers improve machine performance and productivity.

As Terra Drive Systems marks this significant anniversary, the company reflects on a legacy built through innovation, customer partnerships, and a continued focus on developing solutions that meet the evolving needs of agriculture and off-road equipment markets.

|Member since 2010

Founded in 1976 in Salina, Kansas, by Roy Applequist, the company was built on a pioneering spirit, introducing the first folding press drill capable of being transported down the road full of seed. This innovation addressed a critical challenge for farmers, improving efficiency and productivity in the field and setting the stage for decades of advancement.

In 2000, Great Plains acquired Kent Manufacturing in Tipton, Kansas, adding tillage equipment to its product lineup. Great Plains was instrumental in bringing the concept of vertical tillage to the marketplace through such innovative products as the Turbo-Till^庐, Turbo-Chopper^庐, and the revolutionary Turbo-Max^庐. Through the years, the company also added air drills and planters to the portfolio, as well as a new line of Stealth Pro branded implements designed for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts.

Applequist sold the company in 1976, but the production facilities continue to thrive in eight central Kansas communities. Today, the company serves agricultural producers across the United States and international markets, delivering solutions designed to improve efficiency, enhance seedbed preparation, and support long-term soil health.

鈥淎s we celebrate this milestone, we look at how far we鈥檝e come and how agriculture has changed over the past fifty years,鈥� said Tony Wisker, Vice President of Sales. 鈥淟ooking toward the future, we remain committed to innovation by providing the tools and technology farmers need to succeed in an everchanging agricultural landscape.鈥�

Great Plains鈥� success has been driven not only by its products, but by the strength of its relationships. The company鈥檚 dealer network plays a critical role in delivering equipment and support to customers, while generations of farmers have come to rely on Great Plains equipment for their operations.

鈥淲e are incredibly humbled and grateful to our employees, dealers, and customers鈥攑ast and present鈥攚ho have made this milestone possible,鈥� Wisker added.

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