Minneapolis-Moline RTS: all source data

All 51 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.

Overview

Production
ManufacturerMinneapolis-Moline
(no label)Standard-tread tractor
(no label)Built in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Total built906
(no label)The Minneapolis-Moline RTS was the standard, or fixed tread, version of the R series.
Engine
(no label)Minneapolis-Moline 2.7L 4-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank14 gal | 53.0 L
Transmission
(no label)4-speed unsynchronized gear
Power
Drawbar (claimed)20 hp | 14.9 kW
Belt (claimed)23 hp | 17.2 kW
Plows2
Mechanical
(no label)Two-wheel drive
(no label)Manual steering
(no label)Open operator station. Cab optional.
Pto
Rear PTO Type560
Dimensions
Wheelbase69 inches | 175 cm
Weight3100 lbs | 1406 kg
Front tire5.00-15
Rear tire10-34
Serial location
(no label)Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor frame.
Belt pulley
Diameter12.25 inches | 31 cm
Width6 inches | 15 cm
RPM933
Electrical
Charging systemgenerator
Battery volts6

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)Minneapolis-Moline
(no label)gasoline
(no label)4-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement165 ci | 2.7 L
Bore/Stroke3.625x4.00 inches | 92 x 102 mm
Rated RPM1500
Firing order1-3-4-2
Starter volts6
Oil capacity7 qts | 6.6 L
Coolant capacity (Coolant)13.5 qts | 12.8 L
Sparkplug gap0.025 inches | 0.635 mm
Point gap0.020 inches | 0.508 mm
Intake valve clearance0.025 inches | 0.635 mm
Exhaust valve clearance0.014 inches | 0.356 mm

Transmission

Transmission
Typeunsynchronized gear
Gears4 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front5.00-15
Ag rear10-34
Dimensions
Wheelbase69 inches | 175 cm
Length108.5 inches | 275 cm
Width81.1 inches | 205 cm
Height68.5 inches | 173 cm
Weight3100 lbs | 1406 kg
Front tread47.5 inches | 120 cm
Rear tread54 to 88 inches | 137 to 223 cm