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Nice sunset ... even if the foreground is a bit of a mess. The sun dropped down before I could get the tractor to a more picturesque location.
Taken along Rt 8 in Kentucky.
I've seen freight yards with 2 yard mules parked together, but never 4 in a row. I also don't think I've ever seen a "Capacity" yard mule before and here were 3 plus one Autocar. Looking at all the mules and the large number of trailers, I'm guessing this place must ship a lot of goods.
There are many different names for what I refer to as a "yard mule". Check out my tags to see a bunch of them.
Capacity makes several different models including a new Hydrogen Electric mule.
If you want to find out more, check out their site:
capacitytrucks.com/yard-truck-manufacturers/
HTT
Taken at Owens Corning's factory in Brookville, Indiana.
Fraley & Schilling is a large trucking company based in Rushville, Indiana up North of Brookville on US 52, but far enough that I'd be surprised if this yard mule would be used to take trailers that far. My guess is that Owens Corning may be leasing it to move trailers around their property. The bigger question for me is what's up with the Fraley & Schilling trailer that is attached. For that, I don't have a good answer. The other thing about this find is that I had no idea that Autocar made yard mules. I realize that they no longer make the kind of big semi's that I associate with the name, but this one surprised me. I see quite a few yard mules as I travel around, but generally I'm not close enough to get a good look or shot, so they may be more common than I would have thought. Turns out they are build in Hagerstown, Indiana.
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Taken at the Garden St. Iron and Metal scrapyard in the Camp Washington neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio.
The two tractors that are furthest away from the camera are yard mules. The closest one is a conventional truck, but I don't know what brand. Notice the solid tires/wheels that are used to prevent punctures on the sharp metal scraps around the yard.
This tractor/truck is inspired by the vehicles commonly used in shipyards and harbours to move cargo containers.
I started building it after seeing LegoGuyTom’s yard tractor and wanted to create my own version (do check his out as well!).
Built at 6-stud-wide, true minifigure scale, it fits perfectly into any LEGO City layout or harbour-themed display. As an AFOL, I’ve used some advanced building techniques to make the model both stable and fun to build.
If you like it, you can get the FREE instructions on my Rebrickable: rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-232562/symbioza/shipyard-tractor...
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Taken at the ATHS' Ohio Vintage Truck Jamboree held a the Ashland County Fairgrounds in Ashland, Ohio.
This new yard mule was brought to the show by Eagle Mark 4, a company located in nearby Mansfield, Ohio that specializes in these trucks. We went by their place on our way home.
Almost all of these trucks I've seen are white although I've seen a couple painted in some different color. Most come with a single power axle, but some have duel power axles. You'll see them in most warehouse or freight yards. They are known by many different names of which I was most familiar with "Yard Mule". You can see others in my "tags". There is a door right behind the driver which I assume is used for easy access to the brake lines. The guys who drive these things certainly must become expert at parking trailers in tight spaces.
HTT
From Penske's site: "Designed to move semi-trailers within freight yards, yard trucks allow for easy maneuverability to move units faster than a typical tractor and substantially increase operator efficiency.
Because these vehicles accommodate a hydraulic lifting fifth wheel, the operator can lower trailers and disengage the fifth wheel, without getting out of the cab or cranking the landing gear.
Off Road Units: Maximum road speed 25 MPH. All models. Speed requirements in excess of 25MPH require DOT/EPA automotive certified engines.
On Road Units: Road speed of over 33 MPH requires FMVSS 121 and ABS brake systems."
Taken in the Lower Price Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio.
You find these terminal tractors (commonly known as "yard mules" or a large variety of other names) around warehouses where trailers have to be moved around a lot. I caught this one on a street in an industrial area. I don't know where he was taking this particular trailer, but feel confident it wasn't far away.
From Kalmar Ottawa's web site"
"Kalmar Ottawa has been part of the Ottawa, KS community since it first became a legal entity in 1943 as Ottawa Steel Products, Inc. making attachments for farm equipment. Since these early days of Ottawa Steel Products the company has gone through many different products and name changes but is known for its current product, the terminal tractor and the name Ottawa Truck.
Kalmar Ottawa not only invented the product but is the global leader in the terminal tractor business, producing over 70,000 units, more than all of its competitors combined. Kalmar Ottawa trucks are known for their superior quality and reliability, which is directly attributed to the employees in Ottawa, KS."
A view through...
A Terberg yard tractor pulls a Carling branded trailer through the Molson Coors brewery in Burton on Trent.
Seen through a circular hole in the ancient Midland Railway footbridge that crosses the Birmingham to Derby main line.
Richmond, Indiana. I don't know much about these trucks other than you'll see them in most warehouse or freight yards. They are known by many different names of which I was most familiar with "Yard Mule". I was a bit surprised to see that this one is a twin screw unit (2 drive axles). There is a door right behind the driver which I assume is used for easy access to the brake lines. The guys who drive these things certainly must become expert at parking trailers in tight spaces.
From Penske's site: "Designed to move semi-trailers within freight yards, yard trucks allow for easy maneuverability to move units faster than a typical tractor and substantially increase operator efficiency.
Because these vehicles accommodate a hydraulic lifting fifth wheel, the operator can lower trailers and disengage the fifth wheel, without getting out of the cab or cranking the landing gear.
Off Road Units: Maximum road speed 25 MPH. All models. Speed requirements in excess of 25MPH require DOT/EPA automotive certified engines.
On Road Units: Road speed of over 33 MPH requires FMVSS 121 and ABS brake systems."
On Route 66 in Villa Ridge, Missouri. You find these things around warehouses where trailers have to be moved around a lot. The thing that struck me as unique about this one is that it was painted. Most yard mules (there are many names for them) I've seen have been white. I'm guessing that is the only color manufacturers offer.
TNT seems to be a business in the St. Louis and Kansas City area that sells, rents and repairs trailers. Sounds like a perfect application for a yard mule.
Here’s the rear view of my custom LEGO Shipyard Tractor MOC – a 6-stud-wide truck designed at minifigure scale, inspired by the cargo-moving vehicles used in shipyards and harbours.
As with the front, I’ve used some advanced building techniques, because, being an AFOL, I wanted an interesting building experience ;)
Free building instructions are available on my Rebrickable:
rebrickable.com/users/symbioza/mocs/
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#legotruck #yardtractor
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A Warren Unilube Magnum "yard dog" (a trailer-spotting truck tractor) waits at the South 8th Street grade crossing for a slow-moving Union Pacific freight back in April (4-3-2013). Like so many freight cars today, this Cotton Belt hopper saw better days before the boom in canned-vandalism.
After seeing LegoGuyTom’s MOC yard tractor I wanted to create my own version (do check his out as well!).
This truck is 6 studs wide, in minifigure scale and will fit into any City layout. Being an AFOL, I’ve used some advanced building techniques to make the model fun to build.
You can get free instructions on my Rebrickable:
rebrickable.com/users/symbioza/mocs/
#lego #legomoc #moc #customlego #afol #legoinstructions #legocity
#legotruck #yardtractor
#legovehicle #legotractor #afol #rebrickable
Taken along Rt 8 in Kentucky.
What's up with the Florida plate in KY?
Capacity makes several different models including a new Hydrogen Electric mule.
If you want to find out more, check out their site:
A Terberg yard tractor seen with a curtainside trailer within the Molson Coors Brewery complex in Burton on Trent.
The Terberg YT182 series yard tractors are designed for moving trailers in distribution centres, transport depots, container terminals and airports. The spacious and comfortable driver’s cab offers excellent visibility and has an inboard door for safety and convenience.
YT tractors have a fixed, forward-facing seat. If your application requires extensive reversing you may consider the TT series which features a 180° swivelling seat.
4 x 2 – Gross Combination Weight (GCW) up to 115 tonnes; fifth wheel lifting capacity up to 36 tonnes.
"Look at me!
Look at me!
Look at me NOW!
It is fun to have fun
But you have to know how."
— Dr. Seuss (The Cat in the Hat)
This grandson enjoys his imaginary SPEEDING tractor ride!
~ Edmond, OK
Read the rest of the story! :)
As I was grilling dinner, I heard a shout, "Gram! The tractor is going so fast, that I am flying!!!" I yelled, " Hold on tight!"
The tractor key was in my pocket! AND, my camera has become a permanent necklace around my neck luckily to catch this shot! This Italian Grandson has some crazy Italian imagination and humor in that little head! LOL!!! :)
I hoped to give you a 'giggle' to start your weekend!
Thanks for looking at what is keeping me 'on my toes' these days! :)
Just an old yard tractor behind Prairie Farms dairy distributors. The North Carbondale Yard coaling towers are in the distance to the left.
"It's a run away tractor,!" my grandson yelled!
Pure Imagination
ARTIST: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Music and lyrics: Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley
Come with me and you'll be
In a world of pure imagination
Take a look and you'll see
Into your imagination
We'll begin with a spin
Trav'ling in the world of my creation
What we'll see will defy
Explanation
If you want to view paradise
Simply look around and view it
Anything you want to, do it
Want to change the world, there's nothing to it
There is no life I know
To compare with pure imagination
Living there, you'll be free
If you truly wish to be
If you want to view paradise
Simply look around and view it
Anything you want to, do it
Want to change the world, there's nothing to it
There is no life I know
To compare with pure imagination
Living there, you'll be free
If you truly wish to be
Powered by the propeller blades of a John Deere Tractor, the kids took flight with green umbrellas in hand, up over the trees tops and around the pond.
"Look at me!
Look at me!
Look at me NOW!
It is fun to have fun
But you have to know how."
— Dr. Seuss (The Cat in the Hat)
This grandson enjoys his imaginary SPEEDING tractor ride!
As I was grilling dinner, I heard a shout, "Gram! The tractor is going so fast, that I am flying!!!" I yelled, " Hold on tight!"
The tractor key was in my pocket! AND, my camera has become a permanent necklace around my neck luckily to catch this shot! This Italian Grandson has some crazy Italian imagination and humor in that little head! LOL!!! :)
I hoped to give you a 'giggle' to start your weekend!
Thanks for looking at what is keeping me 'on my toes' these days! :)
2018 Terberg YT222
A9, Bruar, Perth and Kinross, Scotland
08/01/2025
All photos on our Flickr page are frames taken from our videos on YouTube, hence why the image quality is slightly compromised. However, this means you can select any vehicle from our page and follow the provided link to watch it in action!
Featured in this YouTube video:
not as good as the original but I wanted to try this one again. I think the moon truely made the first picture....
I'm glad Mark found this cover for his snowblower/lawn tractor combination. He would have been soaked trying to clear the driveway this morning!