Minneapolis-Moline RTU Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications
Minneapolis-Moline RTU is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1939 – 1954.
Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Minneapolis-Moline RTU 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 RTU Production
Manufacturer: | |
Manufacturer | Minneapolis-Moline |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA | |
Total built | 25,824 |
Original price | $1700 (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. |
Engine: | 23.9 hp 17.8 kW |
Belt (tested) | 27.09 hp 20.2 kW |
Minneapolis-Moline RTU Electrical
Charging system | generator |
Battery volts | 6 |
Minneapolis-Moline RTU Mechanical
Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear RPM | 560 |
Minneapolis-Moline RTU 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 |
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 |
Engine Oil |
Type | unsynchronized gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Minneapolis-Moline RTU Dimensions
Wheelbase | 76 inches 193 cm |
Length | 116 inches 294 cm |
Width | 81.1 inches 205 cm |
Height | 68.5 inches 173 cm |
Weight | 3,100 lbs 1406 kg |
Front tread | 8 inches 20 cm |
Rear tread | 54 to 88 inches 137 to 223 cm |
Minneapolis-Moline RTU Tests
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 RTU a good tractor?
The Minneapolis-Moline RTU 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 RTU take?
Check out the Minneapolis-Moline RTU 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 RTU was an agricultural tractor model made from 1939 – 1954
How much does a Minneapolis-Moline RTU tractor weight?
Depending on the engine type, the Minneapolis-Moline RTU weight ranges from 3,100 lbs
1406 kg .
How much can a Minneapolis-Moline RTU Pull?
The max pulling capacity of the Minneapolis-Moline RTU tractors starts at 2,666 lbs
1209 kg but may be slightly higher depending on the trim.