Minneapolis-Moline 4 Star

The Minneapolis-Moline 4 Star is a tractor produced by Minneapolis Moline. It is equipped with a 206 ci 3.4 L engine. The listed engine power is 44.57 hp 33.2 kW. Transmission: Ampli-Torc. Operating weight: 4120 to 4320 pounds.

Engine Power

44.57 hp 33.2 kW

Fuel & Capacities

Diesel

Transmission

Ampli-Torc

Operating Weight

4120 to 4320 pounds

Overview

	1959 - 1963 Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline
Row-Crop tractor
Original price was $3,300 in 1962

Minneapolis-Moline 4 Star Power
Drawbar (claimed)	39 hp 29.1 kW
Gas PTO (claimed)	47 hp 35.0 kW
LP-gas PTO (claimed)	48 hp 35.8 kW
Diesel PTO (claimed)	44 hp 32.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)	38.58 hp 28.8 kW
PTO (tested)	44.57 hp 33.2 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Power steering
Disc brakes
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live
	independent *On 4 Star Super
Rear PTO Type	540

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	87 inches 220 cm
Weight	4120 to 4320 pounds
Front tire	5.50-16
Rear tire	13.6-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

References

Sparkling 4-Star Series Tractors published in 1959, by Minneapolis-Moline
4-Star Tractor published in 1961, by Minneapolis-Moline

Engine

Engine options
Minneapolis-Moline 3.4L 4-cyl gasoline
Minneapolis-Moline 3.4L 4-cyl diesel
Minneapolis-Moline 3.4L 4-cyl LP-gas

Engine Detail — 206 ci / 3.4 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	206 ci 3.4 L
Bore/Stroke	3.625x5.00 inches 92 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Rated RPM	1750
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	6 qts 5.7 L
Coolant capacity	13.5 qts 12.8 L

Engine Detail — 206 ci / 3.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	206 ci 3.4 L
Bore/Stroke	3.625x5.00 inches 92 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Rated RPM	1750
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	6 qts 5.7 L
Coolant capacity	13.5 qts 12.8 L

Engine Detail — 206 ci / 3.4 L

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
LP-gas
Displacement	206 ci 3.4 L
Bore/Stroke	3.625x5.00 inches 92 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Rated RPM	1750
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	6 qts 5.7 L
Coolant capacity	13.5 qts 12.8 L

Transmission

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

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse
Oil capacity	32 qts 30.3 L

Transmission — Ampli-Torc

Transmission	Ampli-Torc
Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	10 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity	40 qts 37.9 L

Dimensions

Minneapolis-Moline 4 Star Tires
Ag front	5.50-16
Ag rear	13.6-38
Ag front	9.00-10 *Single front wheel

Dimensions
Wheelbase	87 inches 220 cm
Length	132 inches 335 cm
Width	82 inches 208 cm
Height (steering wheel)	71 inches 180 cm
Height (exhaust)	86 inches 218 cm
Clearance (rear axle)	26 inches 66 cm
Front tread	7.75/12.875 inches 19/32 cm
Front tread	50 to 74 inches 127 to 187 cm
Rear tread	56 to 88 inches 142 to 223 cm

Minneapolis-Moline 4 Star Weight
Gas	4120 lbs 1868 kg
Diesel	4220 lbs 1914 kg
LP-gas	4320 lbs 1959 kg
Ballasted	8495 lbs 3853 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 789
Gasoline 10-speed 2WD April 20 - May 4, 1961 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 789 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	44.57 hp 33.2 kW
Fuel use	4.1 gal/hour 15.5 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	41.25 hp 30.8 kW
Fuel use	3.9 gal/hour 14.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	38.58 hp 28.8 kW
Fuel use	3.9 gal/hour 14.8 l/hour
Gear 2H used for power test.
Max pull	6537 lbs 2965 kg
Gear 1L used for pull test.

Photos

Minneapolis-Moline 4-Star, left side.

Minneapolis-Moline 4-Star, right side.

Minneapolis-Moline 4-Star with wide front end.

Minneapolis-Moline 4-Star operator station and controls.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Minneapolis Moline Minneapolis-Moline 4 Star based on its 44.57 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 4 Star.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.7 hrs

Approximately 1.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.9 gal / 14.8 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.3 gal/hr (8.8 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 4 Star Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Minneapolis Moline Minneapolis-Moline 4 Star.

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Horsepower (HP)44.6 hp

Kilowatts (kW)33.2 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)45.2 PS

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