Minneapolis 17-30 A: all source data

All 44 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 (a part of Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company)
(no label)Standard-tread tractor
(no label)Built in Hopkins, Minnesota, USA
Engine
(no label)Minneapolis Threshing Machine 8.1L 4-cyl kerosene
Fuel tank18 gal | 68.1 L
Aux. fuel6 gal | 22.7 L
Transmission
(no label)2-speed gear
Power
Drawbar (claimed)17 hp | 12.7 kW
Belt (claimed)30 hp | 22.4 kW
Plows3 (14-inch)
Drawbar (tested)19.69 hp | 14.7 kW
Belt (tested)31.95 hp | 23.8 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two-wheel drive
Final drivesspur gear
(no label)Manual steering
(no label)Open operator station.
Dimensions
Wheelbase80.5 inches | 204 cm
Weight6100 lbs | 2766 kg
Front tire36x5
Rear tire54x12
Serial location
(no label)Serial number plate at forward end of operator station.
Belt pulley
Diameter15.5 inches | 39 cm
Width7.5 inches | 19 cm
RPM825

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)Minneapolis Threshing Machine
(no label)kerosene
(no label)4-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement496.2 ci | 8.1 L
Bore/Stroke4.75x7.00 inches | 121 x 178 mm
Rated RPM825
Starter typehand crank
Coolant capacity (Coolant)34 qts | 32.2 L

Transmission

Transmission
Typegear
Gears2 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front36x5 (steel)
Ag rear54x12 (steel)
Dimensions
Wheelbase80.5 inches | 204 cm
Length133 inches | 337 cm
Width76.5 inches | 194 cm
Height72 inches | 182 cm
Weight6100 lbs | 2766 kg
Rear axle2.9 inch diameter | 73 mm
Rear tread58.5 inches | 148 cm