Minneapolis 27-42

The Minneapolis 27-42 is a tractor produced by Minneapolis. It is equipped with a 522.6 ci 8.6 L engine. Transmission: 2 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 6800 lbs 3084 kg.

Fuel & Capacities

18 gal 68.1 L

Transmission

2 forward and 1 reverse

Operating Weight

6800 lbs 3084 kg

Overview

	1928 - 1929 Standard-tread tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Minneapolis (a part of Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company)
Standard-tread tractor
Built in Hopkins, Minnesota, USA

Minneapolis 27-42 Engine
Minneapolis Threshing Machine 8.6L 4-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	18 gal 68.1 L
Aux. fuel	6 gal 22.7 L
Engine details ...

Minneapolis 27-42 Transmission
2-speed gear
Transmission details ...

Minneapolis 27-42 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	27 hp 20.1 kW
Belt (claimed)	42 hp 31.3 kW
Drawbar (tested)	34.3 hp 25.6 kW
Belt (tested)	48.42 hp 36.1 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	90.75 inches 230 cm
Weight	6800 lbs 3084 kg
Front tire	36x5
Rear tire	53x12
Full dimensions and tires ...

Belt Pulley
Diameter	15.5 inches 39 cm
Width	7.5 inches 19 cm
RPM	925

References

General Catalog No. 31 published in 1930, by Minneapolis-Moline
More Power - The Minneapolis 27-42 Tractor published in 1928, by Minneapolis-Moline

Engine

Engine Detail — 522.6 ci / 8.6 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Minneapolis Threshing Machine
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement	522.6 ci 8.6 L
Bore/Stroke	4.875x7.00 inches 124 x 178 mm
Fuel system	carburetor
Air cleaner	oil bath
Rated RPM	925
Starter type	hand crank
Coolant capacity	34 qts 32.2 L

Transmission

Transmission — 2 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	2 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Minneapolis 27-42 Tires
Ag front	36x5 (steel)
Ag rear	53x12 (steel)

Dimensions
Wheelbase	90.75 inches 230 cm
Length	143 inches 363 cm
Width	76.5 inches 194 cm
Weight	6800 lbs 3084 kg
Rear tread	58.5 inches 148 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 162
May 28 - June 11, 1929 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 162 file
Belt power (max)	48.42 hp 36.1 kW
Belt fuel use (max)	5.1 gal/hour 19.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	34.3 hp 25.6 kW

Photos

Minneapolis 27-42 tractor photo

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Minneapolis 27-42.

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)

Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty

Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)

Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)

Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix

Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze

Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours