Minneapolis-Moline M-5

The Minneapolis-Moline M-5 is a tractor produced by Minneapolis Moline. It is equipped with a 336 ci 5.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 69 hp / 51.5 kW. Transmission: Ampli-Torc. Operating weight: 6765 to 6965 pounds.

Engine Power

Gasoline (listed): 69 hp / 51.5 kW

Fuel & Capacities

LP gas

Transmission

Ampli-Torc

Operating Weight

6765 to 6965 pounds

Overview

	1960 - 1963

Production
Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline
Built in Hopkins, Minnesota, USA
Original price was $4,900 in 1963

Variants
M-504	4WD

Minneapolis-Moline M-5 Transmission
10-speed partial power shift
Transmission details ...

Minneapolis-Moline M-5 Power
Engine	69 hp 51.5 kW
Drawbar (claimed)	54 hp 40.3 kW
PTO (claimed)	61 hp 45.5 kW
Drawbar (tested)	54.47 hp 40.6 kW
PTO (tested)	61.26 hp 45.7 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	power assist
Differential disc brakes
Open operator station.

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	101.1 inches 256 cm
Weight	6765 to 6965 pounds
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	15.5-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	positive

References

Operator's Manual M5 Gasoline & LP-Gas Tractors (S-266A) published in 1959
Repair Catalog M5 Tractor (R-2020) published in 1959

Engine

Engine options
Minneapolis-Moline 5.5L 4-cyl gasoline
Minneapolis-Moline 5.5L 4-cyl diesel
Minneapolis-Moline 5.5L 4-cyl LP gas

Engine Detail — 336 ci / 5.5 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline 336-4
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	336 ci 5.5 L
Bore/Stroke	4.625x5.00 inches 117 x 127 mm
Power	69 hp 51.5 kW
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	6.5:1
Rated RPM	1500
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Engine Detail — 336 ci / 5.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline 336-4
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	336 ci 5.5 L
Bore/Stroke	4.625x5.00 inches 117 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	14.8:1
Rated RPM	1500
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Engine Detail — 336 ci / 5.5 L LP Gas

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline 336-4
Fuel Type	LP gas
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	336 ci 5.5 L
Bore/Stroke	4.625x5.00 inches 117 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	7.9:1
Rated RPM	1500
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — Ampli-Torc

Transmission	Ampli-Torc
Type	partial power shift
Gears	10 forward and 2 reverse
Five gears, plus reverse, with the Ampli-Torc high-low shifting. The Ampli-Torc may be shifted on the move, without using the clutch. Engine braking is only available in high range.

Dimensions

Minneapolis-Moline M-5 Tires
Ag front	6.00-16
Ag rear	15.5-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	101.1 inches 256 cm
Length	140 inches 355 cm
Width	84 inches 213 cm
Height	72 inches 182 cm
Front tread	52 to 76 inches 132 to 193 cm
Rear tread	60 to 88 inches 152 to 223 cm

Minneapolis-Moline M-5 Weight
Operating	6,765 lbs (gasoline) 3068 kg
	6,905 lbs (LP gas) 3132 kg
	6,965 lbs (diesel) 3159 kg
Ballasted	9,675 lbs 4388 kg

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 756: gasoline 10-speed 2WD
NTTL 757: LP gas 10-speed 2WD
NTTL 758: diesel 10-speed 2WD

Nebraska Tractor Test 756
Gasoline 10-speed 2WD August 31 - September 10, 1960 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 756 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	61.01 hp 45.5 kW
Fuel use	5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	57.45 hp 42.8 kW
Fuel use	4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	52.51 hp 39.2 kW
Fuel use	5.5 gal/hour 20.8 l/hour
Gear 2-High used for power test.
Max pull	6,693 lbs 3035 kg
Gear 2-Low used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 757
LP gas 10-speed 2WD August 31 - September 10, 1960 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 757 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	61.26 hp 45.7 kW
Fuel use	6.8 gal/hour 25.7 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	57.34 hp 42.8 kW
Fuel use	6.2 gal/hour 23.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	54.47 hp 40.6 kW
Fuel use	6.8 gal/hour 25.7 l/hour
Gear 2-High used for power test.
Max pull	6,802 lbs 3085 kg
Gear 1-High used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 758
Diesel 10-speed 2WD August 6 - September 10, 1960 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 758 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	58.15 hp 43.4 kW
Fuel use	3.8 gal/hour 14.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	53.82 hp 40.1 kW
Fuel use	3.5 gal/hour 13.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	51.37 hp 38.3 kW
Fuel use	3.9 gal/hour 14.8 l/hour
Gear 2-High used for power test.
Max pull	6,751 lbs 3062 kg
Gear 2-Low used for pull test.

Photos

Minneapolis-Moline M-5 with solid front axle.

Minneapolis-Moline M-5 with adjustable front axle.

Minneapolis-Moline M-5 with four-wheel drive.

Two-wheel and four-wheel drive Minneapoils-Moline M-5 tractors.

Minneapolis-Moline M-5 operator station and controls.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Minneapolis Moline Minneapolis-Moline M-5 based on its 69 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm)	Heavy Duty	Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m	Heavy Duty	Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm	Heavy Duty	Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
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	4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机	Heavy Duty	Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch.

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 M-5.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.1 hrs

Approximately 1.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.9 gal / 14.8 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.6 gal/hr (13.6 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 M-5 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)69 hp

Kilowatts (kW)51.5 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)70 PS

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