Minneapolis-Moline RTU
The Minneapolis-Moline RTU 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: 3100 lbs 1406 kg.
Fuel & Capacities
14 gal
53.0 L
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
3100 lbs
1406 kg
Overview
 | 1939 - 1954
R SeriesRow-Crop tractor
R Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Minneapolis-Moline |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA | |
Total built | 25,824 |
Original price was $1,700 in 1954 | |
The Minneapolis-Moline RTU was the universal row-crop version of the R series tractors. It was also the most popular version. The R series were available with the Comfort Cab featuring upholstered seat, roll-down windows, and rear door. | |
Variants | |
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RTU | tricycle-front |
RTS | standard-front |
RTN | single-front |
RTE | adjustable-front |
RTI | industrial tractor |
Minneapolis-Moline RTU Engine | |
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Minneapolis-Moline 2.7L 4-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 14 gal
53.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Minneapolis-Moline RTU Transmission | |
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4-speed unsynchronized gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Minneapolis-Moline RTU Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
24 hp (late)
17.9 kW | |
Belt (claimed) | 23 hp
17.2 kW |
Plows | 2 |
Drawbar (tested) | 23.9 hp
17.8 kW |
Belt (tested) | 27.09 hp
20.2 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | Hitchor *Optional, available beginning in 1952. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 560 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 76 inches
193 cm |
Weight | 3100 lbs
1406 kg |
Front tire | 4.00-15 |
Rear tire | 8-36 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Links | |
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R production data: |
Belt Pulley | |
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Diameter | 12.25 inches
31 cm |
Width | 6 inches
15 cm |
RPM | 933 |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | generator |
Battery volts | 6 |
References | |
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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 |
Fuel system | Marvel Schebler 1-inch carburetor |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 6.1:1 |
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 RTU Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse unsynchronized gear
Type | unsynchronized gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
With 10-34 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Minneapolis-Moline RTU Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.00-15 |
Ag rear | 8-36 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 76 inches
193 cm |
Length | 116 inches
294 cm |
Width | 81.1 inches
205 cm |
Height | 68.5 inches
173 cm |
Weight | 3100 lbs
1406 kg |
Front tread | 8 inches
20 cm |
Rear tread | 54 to 88 inches
137 to 223 cm |
Tests
Tractor Tests | |
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NTTL 341: gasoline 4-speed 2WD | |
NTTL 468: gasoline 4-speed 2WD |
Nebraska Tractor Test 341 | |
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Gasoline 4-speed 2WD
April 29 - May 10, 1940
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 341 file | |
Belt power (max) | 23.22 hp
17.3 kW |
Belt fuel use (max) | 2.4 gal/hour
9.1 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 20.01 hp
14.9 kW |
Gear 3 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 2,666 lbs
1209 kg |
Gear 1 used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 468 | |
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Gasoline 4-speed 2WD
October 20 - November 1, 1951
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 468 file | |
Belt power (max) | 27.09 hp
20.2 kW |
Belt fuel use (max) | 2.9 gal/hour
11.0 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 23.9 hp
17.8 kW |
Gear 3 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 2,801 lbs
1270 kg |
Gear 1 used for pull test. | |
Photos
Minneapolis-Moline RTU
Minneapolis-Moline RTU
Minneapolis-Moline RTU
Minneapolis-Moline RTU operator station.
Minneapolis-Moline RTU with optional cab.
Minneapolis-Moline RTU with optional cab.
Minneapolis-Moline RTU cab interior.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Minneapolis Moline Minneapolis-Moline RTU.
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 RTU Specification Unit Converter
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