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Minneapolis-Moline RTS

The Minneapolis-Moline RTS is a tractor produced by Minneapolis Moline. It is equipped with a 165 ci 2.7 L engine. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 3,100 lbs 1406 kg.

Fuel & Capacities
14 gal 53.0 L
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
3,100 lbs 1406 kg

Overview

Minneapolis-Moline RTS tractor photo
1939 - 1954 R SeriesStandard-tread tractor R Series Standard-tread tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Minneapolis-Moline
Standard-tread tractor
Built in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Total built
906
The Minneapolis-Moline RTS was the standard, or fixed tread, version of the R series.
Variants
RTU
tricycle-front
RTS
standard-front
RTN
single-front
RTE
adjustable-front
RTI
industrial tractor
Minneapolis-Moline RTS Engine
Minneapolis-Moline 2.7L 4-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
14 gal 53.0 L
Engine details ...
Minneapolis-Moline RTS Transmission
4-speed unsynchronized gear
Transmission details ...
Minneapolis-Moline RTS Power
Drawbar (claimed)
20 hp 14.9 kW
Belt (claimed)
23 hp 17.2 kW
Plows
2
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
manual
Open operator station. Cab optional.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type
560
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
69 inches 175 cm
Weight
3,100 lbs 1406 kg
Front tire
5.00-15
Rear tire
10-34
Full dimensions and tires ...
Links
R production data:
Belt Pulley
Diameter
12.25 inches 31 cm
Width
6 inches 15 cm
RPM
933
Electrical
Charging system
generator
Battery volts
6
References
RTS references literature
Visionlined R Tractors published in 1949, by Minneapolis-Moline
Sales Manual published in 1952, by Minneapolis-Moline

Engine

Engine Detail — 165 ci / 2.7 L Gasoline

Manufacturer
Minneapolis-Moline
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
165 ci 2.7 L
Bore/Stroke
3.625x4.00 inches 92 x 102 mm
Rated RPM
1500
Firing order
1-3-4-2
Starter volts
6
Oil capacity
7 qts 6.6 L
Coolant capacity
13.5 qts 12.8 L
Sparkplug gap
0.025 inches 0.635 mm
Point gap
0.020 inches 0.508 mm
Intake valve clearance
0.025 inches 0.635 mm
Exhaust valve clearance
0.014 inches 0.356 mm
Minneapolis-Moline RTS Engine
Minneapolis-Moline RTS engine image

Transmission

Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse unsynchronized gear

Type
unsynchronized gear
Gears
4 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Minneapolis-Moline RTS Tires
Ag front
5.00-15
Ag rear
10-34
Dimensions
Wheelbase
69 inches 175 cm
Length
108.5 inches 275 cm
Width
81.1 inches 205 cm
Height
68.5 inches 173 cm
Weight
3,100 lbs 1406 kg
Front tread
47.5 inches 120 cm
Rear tread
54 to 88 inches 137 to 223 cm

Photos

Minneapolis-Moline RTS

Minneapolis-Moline RTS

Minneapolis-Moline RTS with optional deluxe cab.

Minneapolis-Moline RTS with optional deluxe cab.

Minneapolis-Moline RTS with optional deluxe cab.

Minneapolis-Moline RTS with optional deluxe cab.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Minneapolis Moline Minneapolis-Moline RTS.

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 RTS Specification Unit Converter

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

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)0 hp
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Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS

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