Minneapolis 20-40
The Minneapolis 20-40 is a tractor produced by Minneapolis. It is equipped with a 727.1 ci 11.9 L engine. Transmission: 2 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 12000 lbs 5443 kg.
Fuel & Capacities
30 gal
113.6 L
Transmission
2 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
12000 lbs
5443 kg
Minneapolis 20-40 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
![]() | 1914 - 1919
Standard-tread tractor |
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1914 - 1919 | |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Minneapolis (a part of Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company) |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Built in Hopkins, Minnesota, USA | |
Minneapolis 20-40 Engine | |
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Minneapolis Threshing Machine 11.9L 4-cyl kerosene | |
Fuel tank | 30 gal
113.6 L |
Engine details ... | |
Minneapolis 20-40 Transmission | |
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2-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Minneapolis 20-40 Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
Belt (claimed) | 40 hp
29.8 kW |
Plows | 4-6 (14-inch) |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 12000 lbs
5443 kg |
Rear tire | 66x20 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Belt Pulley | |
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Diameter | 20 inches
50 cm |
Width | 10 inches
25 cm |
RPM | 700 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 727.1 ci / 11.9 L Kerosene
Manufacturer | Minneapolis Threshing Machine |
Fuel Type | Kerosene |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 727.1 ci
11.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 5.75x7.00 inches
146 x 178 mm |
Rated RPM | 650 |
Starter type | hand crank |
Transmission
Transmission — 2 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 2 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Minneapolis 20-40 Tires | |
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Ag rear | 66x20 (steel) |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 167 inches
424 cm |
Width | 96 inches
243 cm |
Height | 110.5 inches
280 cm |
Weight | 12000 lbs
5443 kg |
Rear axle | 3.4375 inch diameter
87 mm |
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