In a sport fueled by horsepower, headlines, and hype, Todd Welch built his reputation on something far rarer:
Consistency. Grit. And the quiet determination to prove that in diesel competition, hard work beats hype every time.
Through multiple years of the Ultimate Callout Challenge, Todd didn’t just survive — he earned his place among the elite with strength, skill, and steel nerves under pressure.
At UCC 2019, Todd Welch delivered the kind of performance that cemented legends.
While others chased dyno records or risked it all on the drag strip, Todd attacked the event with balance and precision.
He ran smart on the drag strip. He posted strong dyno numbers. And when the sled pull came — he absolutely dominated.
Todd crushed the competition with a massive sled pull distance of 853.75 feet — the longest pull of the entire event.
It was a performance that didn’t just win fans — it sent a clear message: Todd Welch wasn’t just here to compete. He was here to win.
By the end of the weekend, he had secured a hard-fought 3rd Place Overall finish — a result built not on flash, but on complete event mastery.
Unlike many headline-grabbing competitors, Todd Welch didn’t need the spotlight. He didn’t chase social media fame or viral dyno runs.
He built clean, tough trucks. He prepared harder than almost anyone. He showed up ready to fight — and he earned respect the old-fashioned way: with results.
His approach resonated deeply with fans and fellow builders alike: not everyone needs a flashy build to be a giant in the diesel world — sometimes you just need heart, grit, and a little more wrench time than the next guy.
Even when things didn’t go perfectly — like in 2021 when mechanical issues limited his final finish — Todd still fought with everything he had.
He pulled strong numbers on the dyno, showed resilience during the pull, and never once backed down from the challenge.
That spirit — the refusal to quit even when the odds turn against you — is what makes a true Diesel Legend.
Todd Welch’s name might not always be shouted the loudest, but inside the UCC community, his legacy is undeniable:
In a sport that sometimes celebrates chaos, Todd showed that true greatness is built one pull, one pass, and one dyno strap at a time.
Whether wrenching late into the night or hooking to the sled with it all on the line, Todd Welch represents the very best of what diesel competition stands for:
Hard work. Persistence. And pride in the grind.
Todd Welch: The Diesel Warrior Who Refused to Quit. A True Legend of UCC.
| YEAR | PLACE | OVERALL | DRAG PLACE | DRAG TIME | DYNO PLACE | DYNO HP | PULL PLACE | PULL DISTANCE |
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| 2017 |
17 |
1281.591 | 24 | 15.737 | 22 | 754.000 | 1 | 321.020 |
Todd Welch’s experience and steady hand helped him excel in one of the toughest UCC fields yet.
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| 2018 |
8 |
2085.751 | 16 | 10.002 | 9 | 1853.500 | 7 | 290.917 |
Todd Welch once again proved that experience and toughness are critical assets at UCC.
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| 2019 |
3 |
2253.479 | 15 | 6.551 | 6 | 2136.300 | 1 | 326.250 |
Todd Welch’s veteran savvy and steady performance earned him a well-deserved spot among UCC's best.
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| 2021 |
13 |
1516.954 | 13 | 6.076 | 5 | 2369.200 | ||
Todd Welch showed that experience and heart are just as important as horsepower at UCC.
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Todd Welch