Minneapolis-Moline UDLX Comfortractor

The Minneapolis-Moline UDLX Comfortractor is a tractor produced by Minneapolis Moline. It is equipped with a 283.7 ci 4.6 L engine. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 6,400 lbs 2903 kg.

Overview

	1938 - 1941 Model U Series

Production
Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline
Total built	125
Original price was $2,155 in 1938
The Minneapolis-Moline UDLX was the first production farm tractor with cab. Designed to operate as both a tractor and automobile, the UDLX was equipped with a 40 mile-per-hour road gear.

Variants
UTU	row-crop front
UTS	standard-front
UDLX	Comfotractor with cab
UTOX	Comfotractor roadster
UTIL	industrial with shuttle shift
UB	improved operator platform

Minneapolis-Moline UDLX Engine
Minneapolis-Moline 4.6L 4-cyl gasoline
Engine details ...

Minneapolis-Moline UDLX Transmission
5-speed synchronized
Transmission details ...

Minneapolis-Moline UDLX Power
Drawbar (claimed)	27 hp 20.1 kW
PTO (claimed)	36 hp 26.8 kW
Plows	3-4

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Mechanical drum brakes
Cab standard with heat, radio, and second seat.

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	81 inches 205 cm
Weight	6,400 lbs 2903 kg
Front tire	6.00x16
Full dimensions and tires ...

References
Hats Off to a Greater Modern Tractor published in 1939, by Minneapolis-Moline

Engine

Engine Detail — 283.7 ci / 4.6 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	283.7 ci 4.6 L
Bore/Stroke	4.25x5.00 inches 108 x 127 mm
Compression	5.6:1
Rated RPM	1275
Starter volts	6

Transmission

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse synchronized

Type	synchronized
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Minneapolis-Moline UDLX Tires
Ag front	6.00x16

Dimensions
Wheelbase	81 inches 205 cm
Length	141 inches 358 cm
Width	77 inches 195 cm
Height	94 inches 238 cm
Weight	6,400 lbs 2903 kg

Photos

The first Minneapolis-Moline UDLX -serial number 1.

Minneapolis-Moline UDLX tractor cab interior.

Minneapolis-Moline UDLX, right side.

Minneapolis-Moline UDLX, rear view.