Minneapolis-Moline G550 Specs & Features

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Minneapolis-Moline G550 Technical Specifications

Minneapolis-Moline G550 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1971.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Minneapolis-Moline G550 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 G550 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Minneapolis-Moline
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Original price:	$6,500 (1975 )

Minneapolis-Moline G550 Power

Engine:
PTO (claimed):	53 hp 39.5 kW
Drawbar (tested):	45.7 hp 34.1 kW
PTO (tested):	53.50 hp 39.9 kW

Minneapolis-Moline G550 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Steering:

power

Brakes:

disc

Cab:

Open operator station. Cab optional with available heater.

Transmissions:

12-speed partial power shift

6-speed unsynchronized gear

Capacity

Fuel:	27.5 gal 104.1 L
Hydraulic system:	14 gal 53.0 L

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Capacity:	14 gal 53.0 L
Valves:	2 to 4

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II/I
Control:	lower-link draft control

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540
	1000
	540/1000

Minneapolis-Moline G550 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Waukesha-Oliver
diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	232 ci 3.8 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.625×3.75 inches 92 x 95 mm
Air cleaner:	dry
Compression:	165:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	6 qts 5.7 L
Coolant capacity:	20 qts 18.9 L

Minneapolis-Moline G550 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Transmission:	Hydra-Power
Type:	partial power shift
Gears:	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:	279.4mm dry disc
The Hydra-Power transmission provides a two-speed power shift between direct-drive and the lower Hydra-Power range.

Minneapolis-Moline G550 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	99 inches 251 cm
Length:	154.5 inches 392 cm
Width:	81.5 inches 207 cm *Minimum width
Height (steering wheel):	80 inches 203 cm
Height (exhaust):	97.625 inches 247 cm
Shiping weight:	6841 lbs 3103 kg
Ground clearance:	25.375 inches 64 cm
Front tread:	51.5 to 87.5 inches 130 to 222 cm
Rear tread:	56.5 to 89.5 inches 143 to 227 cm

Minneapolis-Moline G550 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 943

Nebraska Tractor Test 943
Diesel Hydra-Power 2WD June 8 – 15, 1966 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 943 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	53.50 hp 39.9 kW
Fuel use:	4.3 gal/hour 16.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	45.7 hp 34.1 kW
Fuel use:	4.4 gal/hour 16.7 l/hour
Gear 4-Hydra used for power test.
Max pull:	6,636 lbs 3010 kg
Gear 2-Hydra used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 944

Nebraska Tractor Test 944
Gasoline Hydra-Power 2WD June 8 – 16, 1966 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 944 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	53.3 hp 39.7 kW
Fuel use:	4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	45.4 hp 33.9 kW
Fuel use:	4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour
Gear 4-Hydra used for power test.
Max pull:	6,799 lbs 3084 kg
Gear 2-Hydra used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Minneapolis-Moline G550 a good tractor?

The Minneapolis-Moline G550 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 G550 take?

Check out the Minneapolis-Moline G550 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 ?

The Minneapolis-Moline G550 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1971