Minneapolis-Moline

Minneapolis-Moline BG

The Minneapolis-Moline BG was produced from 1953 to 1955 as a utility tractor. It replaced the former Avery V in the line, featuring a significantly larger engine, making it closer in size to the BF model. The BG was designed as a narrower, single-row tractor. It has a Hercules 2.2L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled gasoline engine, a 4-speed gear transmission, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has an open operator station and contracting band brakes. It features an optional rear PTO driven by the transmission. The BG has a wheelbase of 75 inches, weighs 2880 lbs, and uses 5x15 front tires and 11x24 rear tires. Estimated belt power is 27 hp, and it can pull 2 plows.

Power30 hp[B]

Founded1953 - 1955

ModelBG

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Minneapolis-Moline BG

Power

Plows	2
Belt (claimed)	27 hp (20.1 kW)

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Hercules 1X3SL
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	4-cylinder
Rated RPM	1800
Displacement	133 ci (2.2 L)

Mechanical

Drive	Two-wheel drive
Brakes	Contracting band brakes
Steering	Manual steering
Operator station	Open operator station

Production

Type	Utility tractor
Notes	The Minneapolis-Moline BG replaced the former Avery V in the line, although the BG's engine was significantly larger, making the tractor closer to the BF. The BG was narrower than the BF, as the BG was intended to be a single-row tractor. The end year for the BG varies by source, some claim 1955 while others state 1957.
Total built	1,200
Years produced	1953 - 1955

Belt Pulley

RPM	1160
Speed	2580 ft/min (786.38 meters/min)
Width	6.5 inches (16 cm)
Diameter	8.5 inches (21 cm)

Transmission

Type	gear
Gears	4 forward and 1 reverse

Serial Numbers

1953	57900001

Dimensions & Tires

Height	76 inches (193 cm)
Length	110 inches (279 cm)
Rear tire	11x24
Wheelbase	75 inches (190 cm)
Front tire	5x15
Rear tread	40 to 68 inches (101 to 172 cm)
Front tread	41 to 48 inches (104 to 121 cm)
Shipping weight	2880 lbs (1306 kg)
Ground clearance	20.5 inches (52 cm)