Minneapolis 35-70

The Minneapolis 35-70 is a tractor produced by Minneapolis. It is equipped with a 1486.2 ci 24.4 L engine. Transmission: 2 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 22500 lbs 10206 kg.

Fuel & Capacities

80 gal 302.8 L

Transmission

2 forward and 1 reverse

Operating Weight

22500 lbs 10206 kg

Overview

	1920 - 1929 Standard-tread tractor

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

Minneapolis 35-70 Engine
Minneapolis Threshing Machine 24.4L 4-cyl kerosene
Fuel tank	80 gal 302.8 L
Aux. fuel	20 gal 75.7 L
Engine details ...

Minneapolis 35-70 Transmission
2-speed gear
Transmission details ...

Minneapolis 35-70 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	35 hp 26.1 kW
Belt (claimed)	70 hp 52.2 kW
Plows	6-10 (14-inch)
Drawbar (tested)	52.55 hp 39.2 kW
Belt (tested)	74.0 hp 55.2 kW
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Steel canopy.

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	136 inches 345 cm
Weight	22500 lbs 10206 kg
Front tire	40x14
Rear tire	85x30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Belt Pulley
Diameter	24 inches 60 cm
Width	10.25 inches 26 cm
RPM	500

Engine

Engine Detail — 1486.2 ci / 24.4 L Kerosene

Manufacturer	Minneapolis Threshing Machine
Fuel Type	Kerosene
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	1486.2 ci 24.4 L
Bore/Stroke	7.25x9.00 inches 184 x 229 mm
Rated RPM	550
Starter type	hand crank
Coolant capacity	240 qts 227.1 L

Transmission

Transmission — 2 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	2 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Minneapolis 35-70 Tires
Ag front	40x14 (steel)
Ag rear	85x30 (steel)

Dimensions
Wheelbase	136 inches 345 cm
Length	206 inches 523 cm
Width	108 inches 274 cm
Height	122 inches 309 cm
Weight	22500 lbs 10206 kg
Rear axle	4 inch diameter 101 mm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 15
May 21 - June 4, 1920 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 15 file
Belt power (max)	74.0 hp 55.2 kW
Belt fuel use (max)	10.8 gal/hour 40.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	52.55 hp 39.2 kW
Max pull	10998 lbs 4988 kg

Photos

Minneapolis 35-70

Minneapolis 35-70.

Minneapolis 35-70 operator station and controls.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Minneapolis 35-70.

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