Minneapolis-Moline RTN Row-Crop tractor Specs & Features

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Minneapolis-Moline RTN Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications

Minneapolis-Moline RTN is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1939 – 1951.

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

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Minneapolis-Moline
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Factory:	Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Total built:	906
The Minneapolis-Moline RTN was the single-front wheel version of the R series.

Minneapolis-Moline RTN Power

Engine:
Drawbar (claimed):	20 hp 14.9 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

Minneapolis-Moline RTN Electrical

Charging system:	generator
Battery volts:	6

Minneapolis-Moline RTN Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Steering:

manual

Cab:

Open operator station.

Transmission:

4-speed unsynchronized gear

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear RPM:

560

Minneapolis-Moline RTN Engine detail

Engine Detail
Minneapolis-Moline
gasoline
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	165 ci 2.7 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.625×4.00 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 hot
Exhaust valve clearance:	0.014 inches 0.356 mm hot

Minneapolis-Moline RTN Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	unsynchronized gear
Gears:	4 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch:	dry disc

Minneapolis-Moline RTN Dimensions

Wheelbase:	76.325 inches 193 cm
Length:	115.75 inches 294 cm
Width:	81.1 inches 205 cm
Height:	69.5 inches 176 cm
Weight:	3,100 lbs 1406 kg
Front tread:	0 inches 0 cm
Rear tread:	54 to 88 inches 137 to 223 cm

Minneapolis-Moline RTN Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 341

Nebraska Tractor Test 341
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

Nebraska Tractor Test 468
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.

FAQ

Is Minneapolis-Moline RTN a good tractor?

The Minneapolis-Moline RTN 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 RTN take?

Check out the Minneapolis-Moline RTN 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 RTN was an agricultural tractor model made from 1939 – 1951