Minneapolis-Moline G1000

The Minneapolis-Moline G1000 is a tractor produced by Minneapolis Moline. It is equipped with a 504 ci 8.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 100 hp / 74.6 kW. Transmission: Minneapolis-Moline Ampli-Torc. Operating weight: 10700 to 12100 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 100 hp / 74.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

Gasoline

Transmission

Minneapolis-Moline Ampli-Torc

Operating Weight

10700 to 12100 pounds

Overview

	1965 - 1969

Production
Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline
Built in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Total built	7,397
Original price was $8,200 in 1969
The Minneapolis-Moline G-1000 was available in three types: row-crop, wheatland, and the Vista-- which featured a high operator's platform that provided a wide field of view.

Minneapolis-Moline G1000 Transmission
10-speed partial power shift
Transmission details ...

Minneapolis-Moline G1000 Power
Engine	100 hp 74.6 kW
PTO (claimed)	111 hp 82.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)	100.99 hp 75.3 kW
PTO (tested)	111.00 hp 82.8 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives	bull gear
Steering	hydraulic power
Differential hydraulic dry discs brakes
Open operator station. Cab optional with A/C.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Valves	2 or 3

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	wet disc
Rear PTO Type	540/1000 (1.375)
Engine RPM	540@1800
	1000@1800

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	103 inches 261 cm
Weight	10700 to 12100 pounds
Front tire	10.00-16
Rear tire	23.1-30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Links
G-1000 Series: article at TractorShop.com

References

New G1000 Vista published in 1968, by Minneapolis-Moline

Engine

Engine options
Minneapolis-Moline 8.3L 6-cyl diesel
Minneapolis-Moline 8.3L 6-cyl LP gas
Minneapolis-Moline 8.3L 6-cyl gasoline

Engine Detail — 504 ci / 8.3 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	504 ci 8.3 L
Bore/Stroke	4.625x5.00 inches 117 x 127 mm
Power	100 hp 74.6 kW
Compression	14.3:1
Rated RPM	1800
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	13 qts 12.3 L
Coolant capacity	33 qts 31.2 L

Engine Detail — 504 ci / 8.3 L LP Gas

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline 504A-6
Fuel Type	LP gas
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	504 ci 8.3 L
Bore/Stroke	4.625x5.00 inches 117 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	dry
Compression	9.1:1
Rated RPM	1800
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	13 qts 12.3 L
Coolant capacity	30 qts 28.4 L

Engine Detail — 504 ci / 8.3 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline 504A-6
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	504 ci 8.3 L
Bore/Stroke	4.625x5.00 inches 117 x 127 mm
Rated RPM	1800
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — Minneapolis-Moline Ampli-Torc

Transmission	Minneapolis-Moline Ampli-Torc
Type	partial power shift
Gears	10 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	335.6mm hydraulic dry disc
Oil capacity	80 qts 75.7 L

Dimensions

Minneapolis-Moline G1000 Tires
Ag front	10.00-16
Ag rear	23.1-30

Dimensions
Wheelbase	103 inches 261 cm
Length	164.625 inches 418 cm
Width	94.25 inches 239 cm
Height (steering wheel)	84 inches 213 cm
Height (hood)	75 inches 190 cm
Rear axle	3.362 inch diameter 85 mm
Front tread	56 to 80 inches 142 to 203 cm (row-crop)
Front tread	54 inches 137 cm (standard)
Rear tread	64 to 96 inches 162 to 243 cm

Minneapolis-Moline G1000 Weight
Operating	10,700 lbs 4853 kg
	12,100 lbs (Vista) 5488 kg
Ballasted	18,365 lbs 8330 kg

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 953: diesel 10-speed 2WD
NTTL 954: LP gas 10-speed 2WD
NTTL 974: diesel 10-speed 2WD Vista
NTTL 975: LP gas 10-speed 2WD Vista

Nebraska Tractor Test 953
Diesel 10-speed 2WD November 4 - 15, 1966 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 953 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	110.78 hp 82.6 kW
Fuel use	8.1 gal/hour 30.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	100.99 hp 75.3 kW
Fuel use	8.3 gal/hour 31.4 l/hour
Gear 2DD used for power test.
Max pull	14,218 lbs 6449 kg
Gear 2DD used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 954
LP gas 10-speed 2WD November 4 - 15, 1966 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 954 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	110.76 hp 82.6 kW
Fuel use	11.4 gal/hour 43.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	97.37 hp 72.6 kW
Fuel use	11.5 gal/hour 43.5 l/hour
Gear 2DD used for power test.
Max pull	14,006 lbs 6353 kg
Gear 1AT used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 974
Diesel 10-speed 2WD Vista May 13 - 24, 1968 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 974 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	111.00 hp 82.8 kW
Fuel use	8.0 gal/hour 30.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	96.38 hp 71.9 kW
Fuel use	8.2 gal/hour 31.0 l/hour
Gear 2DD used for power test.
Max pull	14,443 lbs 6551 kg
Gear 1AT used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 975
LP gas 10-speed 2WD Vista May 13 - 24, 1968 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 975 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	110.94 hp 82.7 kW
Fuel use	11.4 gal/hour 43.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	96.55 hp 72.0 kW
Fuel use	11.6 gal/hour 43.9 l/hour
Gear 2DD used for power test.
Max pull	14,549 lbs 6599 kg
Gear 1AT used for pull test.

Photos

Minneapolis-Moline G-1000 wheatland

Minneapolis-Moline G-1000 Vista with two-wheel drive and LP-gas engine.

Minneapolis-Moline G-1000 Vista with four-wheel drive.

Minneapolis-Moline G-1000 row-crop with LP-gas engine.

Minneapolis-Moline G-1000 Vista operator station and controls.

Minneapolis-Moline G-1000 row-crop operator station and controls.

Minneapolis-Moline G-1000 with cab.

Minneapolis-Moline G-1000 cab interior.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Minneapolis Moline Minneapolis-Moline G1000 based on its 100 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)	Heavy Duty	Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼	Heavy Duty	Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙	Heavy Duty	Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机	Heavy Duty	High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.

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 G1000.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.2 hrs

Approximately 2.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11.6 gal / 43.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5.2 gal/hr (19.7 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 G1000 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)100 hp

Kilowatts (kW)74.6 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)101.4 PS

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