Minneapolis-Moline G900

The Minneapolis-Moline G900 is a tractor produced by Minneapolis Moline. It is equipped with a 425.5 ci 7.0 L engine. The listed engine power is 97.81 hp 72.9 kW. Transmission: Ampli-Torc. Operating weight: 9400 to 10300 pounds.

Engine Power

97.81 hp 72.9 kW

Fuel & Capacities

Gasoline

Transmission

Ampli-Torc

Operating Weight

9400 to 10300 pounds

Overview

	1967 - 1969 Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Original price was $8,200 in 1969

Minneapolis-Moline G900 Transmission
10-speed partial power shift
Transmission details ...

Minneapolis-Moline G900 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	83 hp 61.9 kW
PTO (claimed)	98 hp 73.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)	87.88 hp 65.5 kW
PTO (tested)	97.81 hp 72.9 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives	bull gear
Power steering
Differential dry disc brakes
Open operator station. Cab optional with air-conditioning.

Hydraulics
Type	open center

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II

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

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	103 inches 261 cm
Weight	9400 to 10300 pounds
Front tire	7.50-16
Rear tire	23.1-30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Charging system	alternator
Battery volts	12

References

Hih speed farming with the new G900 Tractor published in 1968, by Minneapolis-Moline

Engine

Engine options
Minneapolis-Moline 7.4L 6-cyl diesel
Minneapolis-Moline 7.0L 6-cyl LP gas
Minneapolis-Moline 7.0L 6-cyl gasoline

Engine Detail — 451 ci / 7.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline D451-6
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	451 ci 7.4 L
Bore/Stroke	4.375x5.00 inches 111 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	dry
Compression	15.4:1
Rated RPM	1800
Starter volts	12

Engine Detail — 425.5 ci / 7.0 L LP Gas

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline 425C-6
Fuel Type	LP gas
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	425.5 ci 7.0 L
Bore/Stroke	4.25x5.00 inches 108 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	dry
Compression	9:1
Rated RPM	1800
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter volts	12

Engine Detail — 425.5 ci / 7.0 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline 425C-6
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	425.5 ci 7.0 L
Bore/Stroke	4.25x5.00 inches 108 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	dry
Compression	7.1:1
Rated RPM	1800
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — Ampli-Torc

Transmission	Ampli-Torc
Type	partial power shift
Gears	10 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Five-speed transmission with power shift between drive drive (DD) and Ampli-Torc (AT).

Dimensions

Minneapolis-Moline G900 Tires
Ag front	7.50-16
Ag rear	23.1-30

Dimensions
Wheelbase	103 inches 261 cm
Length	164.5 inches 417 cm
Width	94.1 inches 239 cm
Height (steering wheel)	84 inches 213 cm
Height (hood)	75 inches 190 cm
Front tread	56 to 80 inches 142 to 203 cm
Rear tread	64 to 96 inches 162 to 243 cm

Minneapolis-Moline G900 Weight
Shipping	9400 lbs 4263 kg
Operating	10300 lbs 4672 kg
Ballasted	15145 lbs 6869 kg

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 978: diesel Ampli-Torc 2WD
NTTL 979: LP gas Ampli-Torc 2WD
NTTL 980: gasoline Ampli-Torc 2WD

Nebraska Tractor Test 978
Diesel Ampli-Torc 2WD June 4 - 20, 1968 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 978 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	97.78 hp 72.9 kW
Fuel use	7.0 gal/hour 26.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	83.30 hp 62.1 kW
Fuel use	6.8 gal/hour 25.7 l/hour
Gear 2DD used for power test.
Max pull	11,954 lbs 5422 kg
Gear 1AT used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 979
LP gas Ampli-Torc 2WD June 4 - 20, 1968 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 979 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	97.57 hp 72.8 kW
Fuel use	10.0 gal/hour 37.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	84.12 hp 62.7 kW
Fuel use	9.9 gal/hour 37.5 l/hour
Gear 2DD used for power test.
Max pull	12,006 lbs 5445 kg
Gear 1AT used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 980
Gasoline Ampli-Torc 2WD June 11 - 20, 1968 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 980 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	97.81 hp 72.9 kW
Fuel use	8.4 gal/hour 31.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	87.88 hp 65.5 kW
Fuel use	8.4 gal/hour 31.8 l/hour
Gear 2DD used for power test.
Max pull	11,808 lbs 5356 kg
Gear 1AT used for pull test.

Photos

Minneapolis-Moline G900

Minneapolis-Moline G900 operator station.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Minneapolis Moline Minneapolis-Moline G900 based on its 97.81 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	78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm	Heavy Duty	Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
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 G900.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.7 hrs

Approximately 1.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (8.4 gal / 31.8 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5.1 gal/hr (19.3 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 G900 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)97.8 hp

Kilowatts (kW)72.9 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)99.2 PS

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