Minneapolis-Moline G-VI

Minneapolis-Moline G-VI Technical Specifications

Minneapolis-Moline G-VI is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1959 – 1962.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Minneapolis-Moline G-VI covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Minneapolis-Moline G-VI Production











Manufacturer:
Manufacturer: Minneapolis-Moline
Type: Standard-tread tractor
Original price: $6,500 (1962)


Minneapolis-Moline G-VI Power













Engine:
Drawbar (claimed): 70 hp
52.2 kW
PTO (claimed): 78 hp
58.2 kW
Drawbar (tested): 69.92 hp
52.1 kW
PTO (tested): 78.49 hp
58.5 kW

Minneapolis-Moline G-VI Mechanical

























Chassis: 4×2 2WD
  4×4 MFWD 4WD
Steering: hydraulic power
Brakes: differential mechanical dry disc
Cab: Open operator station.
Transmission: 5-speed gear

Power Take-off (PTO)







Rear PTO: live
Rear RPM: 540

Title serial numbers

































1959: 16000001 (gas/LP)
1960: 16000877 (gas/LP)
1961: 16001676 (gas/LP)
1962: 16002033 (gas/LP)
Final: 16002352 (gas/LP)
1959: 16200001 (diesel)
1960: 16200806 (diesel)
1961: 16201891 (diesel)
1962: 16202961 (diesel)
Final: 16203235 (diesel)


how to read serial numbers…

What year is my Minneapolis-Moline G-VI? Serial Number Decoder

The serial number list shows the first tractor built in each year. The other tractors for that year will have successively higher numbers. Your serial number should be between two of the stated numbers.

The list only includes the numbers of the first tractors produced in each year. Your serial should be somewhere between two numbers.Unless you happen to be the first person to own a tractor, your number will not appear on the list.

Minneapolis-Moline G-VI Engine detail


































Engine Detail
Minneapolis-Moline 425-6
LP gas
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement: 425.5 ci
7.0 L
Bore/Stroke: 4.25×5.00 inches
108 x 127 mm
Compression: 8.3:1
Rated RPM: 1500
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter volts: 12
Oil capacity: 15 qts
14.2 L
Coolant capacity: 50 qts
47.3 L



Minneapolis-Moline G-VI Transmission overview

Engine Oil






Type: gear
Gears: 5 forward and 1 reverse

Minneapolis-Moline G-VI Dimensions



















Wheelbase: 96.375 inches
244 cm
Length: 150.5 inches
382 cm
Width: 82 inches
208 cm
Height: 79.25 inches
201 cm
Operating weight: 8,335 lbs
3780 kg
Ballasted weight: 12,695 lbs
5758 kg

Minneapolis-Moline G-VI Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 791













































Nebraska Tractor Test 791
LP-gas 5-speed 2WD
April 24 – May 9, 1961
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 791 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed: 78.44 hp
58.5 kW
Fuel use: 8.6 gal/hour
32.6 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed: 66.58 hp
49.6 kW
Fuel use: 7.3 gal/hour
27.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power: 69.92 hp
52.1 kW
Fuel use: 8.6 gal/hour
32.6 l/hour
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull: 9,296 lbs
4216 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.










Nebraska Tractor Test 792









































Nebraska Tractor Test 792
Diesel 5-speed 2WD
April 24 – May 9, 1961
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 792 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed: 78.49 hp
58.5 kW
Fuel use: 5.4 gal/hour
20.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed: 67.09 hp
50.0 kW
Fuel use: 4.5 gal/hour
17.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power: 66.06 hp
49.3 kW
Fuel use: 5.3 gal/hour
20.1 l/hour
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull: 9,023 lbs
4092 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Minneapolis-Moline G-VI a good tractor?

The Minneapolis-Moline G-VI is one of the great tractors in the Minneapolis-Moline stable, and it has earned Minneapolis-Moline a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Minneapolis-Moline G-VI take?

Check out the Minneapolis-Moline G-VI oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Minneapolis-Moline made the G-VI?

The Minneapolis-Moline G-VI was an agricultural tractor model made from 1959 – 1962

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