Minneapolis-Moline 335

The Minneapolis-Moline 335 is a tractor produced by Minneapolis Moline. It is equipped with a 165 ci 2.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 40 hp / 29.8 kW. Transmission: Ampli-Torc. Operating weight: 3070 to 3268 pounds.

Engine Power

Gasoline (listed): 40 hp / 29.8 kW

Fuel & Capacities

14 gal 53.0 L

Transmission

Ampli-Torc

Operating Weight

3070 to 3268 pounds

Overview

	1956 - 1961 Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Total built	2,500 (utility)
	334 (industrial)
	750 (Universal)
Original price was $2,500 in 1961

Variants
335	farm tractor
335I	industrial tractor

Minneapolis-Moline 335 Engine
Minneapolis-Moline 2.7L 4-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	14 gal 53.0 L
Engine details ...

Minneapolis-Moline 335 Power
Engine	40 hp 29.8 kW
Drawbar (claimed)	30 hp 22.4 kW
PTO (claimed)	35 hp 26.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)	29.84 hp 22.3 kW
Belt (tested)	33.50 hp 25.0 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Final drives	bull gear
Power steering
Mechanical dry disc brakes
Open operator station.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Pump flow	10 gpm 37.9 lpm
Steering flow	2.5 gpm 9.5 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I OptOptional

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	wet disc
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	78.25 inches (tricycle) 198 cm
	79 inches (utility) 200 cm
Weight	3070 to 3268 pounds
Front tire	5.50-16
Rear tire	12.4-36
Full dimensions and tires ...

Belt Pulley
Diameter	8.375 inches 21 cm
Width	6.5 inches 16 cm
RPM	1516
Speed	3323 ft/min 1012.85 meters/min

Electrical
Charging system	generator
Battery volts	6

References

335 Universal published by Minneapolis-Moline
335 Utility published by Minneapolis-Moline

Engine

Engine Detail — 165 ci / 2.7 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline 165A
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical I-head
Displacement	165 ci 2.7 L
Bore/Stroke	3.625x4.00 inches 92 x 102 mm
Power	40 hp 29.8 kW
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	7.35:1
Rated RPM	1600
Firing order	1-3-4-2
Starter volts	6
Coolant capacity	11 qts 10.4 L

Transmission

Transmission options
5-speed unsynchronized gear
10-speed two-speed power shift

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse unsynchronized gear

Type	unsynchronized gear
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch	254mm dry disc
With 12.4-36 rear tires.

Transmission — Ampli-Torc

Transmission	Ampli-Torc
Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	10 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
With 12.4-36 rear tires.

Dimensions

Minneapolis-Moline 335 Tires
Ag front	5.50-16
Ag rear	12.4-36
Ag front	7.50-10
Ag rear	13.9-36

Dimensions
Wheelbase	78.25 inches (tricycle) 198 cm
	79 inches (utility) 200 cm
Length	121.25 inches (tricyycle) 307 cm
	113.5 inches (utility) 288 cm
Width	58.75 inches (utility) 149 cm
Height	67.6 inches (tricycle) 171 cm
	58.5 inches (utility) 148 cm
Clearance (rear axle)	23 inches 58 cm
Front tread	48 to 76 inches 121 to 193 cm
Rear tread	48 to 76 inches 121 to 193 cm

Minneapolis-Moline 335 Weight
Shipping	3268 lbs (tricycle) 1482 kg
	3070 lbs (utility) 1392 kg
Ballasted	6095 lbs 2764 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 624
Gasoline 10-speed 2WD June 7 - 17, 1957 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 624 file
Belt power (max)	33.50 hp 25.0 kW
Belt fuel use (max)	3.3 gal/hour 12.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	29.84 hp 22.3 kW
Gear 2 used for power test.
Max pull	3,984 lbs 1807 kg
Gear 1-AT used for pull test.

Photos

Minneapolis-Moline 335 with fixed front axle.

Minneapolis-Moline 335 Utility with adjustable wide front axle.

Minneapolis-Moline 335 Universal with tricycle front axle.

Minneapolis-Moline 335 operator station and controls.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Minneapolis Moline Minneapolis-Moline 335 based on its 40 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)	Medium Duty	Standard utility farm tillage.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	6 ft (72 in)1.8 m	Medium Duty	Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm	Medium Duty	Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙	Medium Duty	Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm)	Medium Duty	Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay.

Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Minneapolis Moline Minneapolis-Moline 335.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.7 hrs

Approximately 6.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (14 gal / 53 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.1 gal/hr (7.9 L/hr)

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

Minneapolis Moline Minneapolis-Moline 335 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)40 hp

Kilowatts (kW)29.8 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)40.6 PS

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