Minneapolis-Moline G1355
The Minneapolis-Moline G1355 is a tractor produced by Minneapolis Moline. It is equipped with a 504 ci 8.3 L engine. The listed engine power is 142.62 hp 106.4 kW. Transmission: Hydraul-Shift. Operating weight: 17,100 lbs 7756 kg.
Engine Power
142.62 hp
106.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
Hydraul-Shift
Operating Weight
17,100 lbs (18.4-38 duals)
7756 kg
Overview
 | 1972 - 1974 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Minneapolis-Moline |
Built in Charles City, Iowa, USA | |
Original price was $11,600 in 1972 | |
The G-1355 was sold under the Minneapolis-Moline, Oliver, Cockshutt, and White brands. In White and Cockshutt colors is was sold as the 2270. Oliver appeared to use both the G1355 and 2270 model numbers. The tractor used a Minneapolis-Moline engine combined with a Oliver rear end and transmission. Several sources note that a 8.3L LP-gas engine was available as an option. | |
Minneapolis-Moline G1355 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 147 hp (diesel)
109.6 kW |
135 hp (LP-gas)
100.7 kW | |
Drawbar (tested) | 125.66 hp
93.7 kW |
PTO (tested) | 142.62 hp
106.4 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Power steering | |
Dry disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Cab optional with available air-conditioning. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Pump flow | 20 gpm
75.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | III/II |
Rear lift | 6000 lbs
2721 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 111 inches
281 cm |
Weight | 17,100 lbs
7756 kg |
Front tire | 11.00-16 |
Rear tire | 18.4-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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Model G1356 published by Minneapolis-Moline |
Engine
Engine options | |
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Minneapolis-Moline 9.6L 6-cyl diesel | |
Minneapolis-Moline 8.3L 6-cyl LP-gas |
Engine Detail — 585 ci / 9.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Minneapolis-Moline |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 585 ci
9.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.75x5.50 inches
121 x 140 mm |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 15.3:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 14 qts
13.2 L |
Coolant capacity | 33 qts
31.2 L |
Engine Detail — 504 ci / 8.3 L
Manufacturer | Minneapolis-Moline |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
LP-gas | |
Displacement | 504 ci
8.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.625x5.00 inches
117 x 127 mm |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 8.8:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 12 qts
11.4 L |
Coolant capacity | 30 qts
28.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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6-speed gear | |
18-speed three-range power shift |
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 355.6mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 43 qts
40.7 L |
With 18.4-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — Hydraul-Shift
Transmission | Hydraul-Shift |
Type | three-range power shift |
Gears | 18 forward and 6 reverse |
Clutch | 355.6mm dry disc |
With 18.4-38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Minneapolis-Moline G1355 Tires | |
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Ag front | 11.00-16 |
Ag rear | 18.4-38 |
Ag front | 14.00L-16.1 |
Ag rear | 23.1-34 |
20.8-38 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 111 inches
281 cm |
Length | 183 inches
464 cm |
Width | 81.5 inches
207 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 85.5 inches
217 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 99 inches
251 cm |
Operating weight | 17,100 lbs (18.4-38 duals)
7756 kg |
Ballasted weight | 18,070 lbs
8196 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 20.5 inches
52 cm |
Front tread | 61 to 85 inches
154 to 215 cm |
Rear tread | 61 to 91 inches
154 to 231 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1141 | |
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Diesel 18-speed 2WD
September 4 - 17, 1973
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1141 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 142.62 hp
106.4 kW |
Fuel use | 9.4 gal/hour
35.6 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 125.66 hp
93.7 kW |
Fuel use | 9.2 gal/hour
34.8 l/hour |
Gear 4-Direct used for power test. | |
Max pull | 14,178 lbs
6431 kg |
Gear 2-Direct used for pull test. | |
Photos
Minneapolis-Moline G-1355 with cab.
Open-station Minneapolis-Moline G-1355.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Minneapolis Moline Minneapolis-Moline G1355 based on its 142.62 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm) | Commercial / Field Scale | Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights. |
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 | 15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
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 G1355.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.2 hrs
Approximately 1.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (9.2 gal / 34.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~7.4 gal/hr (28.1 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 G1355 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Minneapolis Moline Minneapolis-Moline G1355.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)142.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)106.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)144.6 PS
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