Minneapolis-Moline

Minneapolis-Moline G550

The Minneapolis-Moline G550 is a row-crop tractor produced in 1971 by Minneapolis-Moline. It shares the same specifications as the Oliver 1555. It features a Waukesha-Oliver 3.8L 6-cylinder engine available in diesel or gasoline, with a 12-speed partial power shift or 6-speed unsynchronized gear transmission. The tractor has a PTO power of 53 hp claimed and 53.5 hp tested, with a drawbar tested power of 45.7 hp. It has two-wheel drive, power steering, disc brakes, and an open operator station with an optional cab heater. The fuel capacity is 27.5 gallons, and the hydraulic system capacity is 14 gallons. The tractor hitch is a rear type II/I with lower-link draft control. PTO options include independent rear PTO with 540, 1000, or 540/1000 RPM. Dimensions include a 99-inch wheelbase, 154.5-inch length, 81.5-inch minimum width, and a shipping weight of 6841 lbs. Various tire sizes are available for front and rear. Serial numbers range from 1969 to 1975 with a final number of 262-877.
Power58 hp[P]
Founded1971
ModelG550

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Minneapolis-Moline G550

Power
PTO (tested)53.50 hp (39.9 kW)
PTO (claimed)53 hp (39.5 kW)
Drawbar (tested)45.7 hp (34.1 kW)
Engine
Rated RPM2200
Air cleanerdry
Bore/Stroke3.625x3.75 inches (92 x 95 mm)
Compression165:1
Displacement232 ci (3.8 L)
Oil capacity6 qts (5.7 L)
Starter volts12
Engine optionsWaukesha-Oliver 3.8L 6-cyl diesel, Waukesha-Oliver 3.8L 6-cyl gasoline
Coolant capacity20 qts (18.9 L)
Compression gasoline8:1
Waukesha-Oliver diesel6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Waukesha-Oliver gasoline6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Capacity
Fuel27.5 gal (104.1 L)
Hydraulic system14 gal (53.0 L)
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Valves2 to 4
Capacity14 gal (53.0 L)
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesDisc brakes
SteeringPower steering
Operator stationOpen operator station. Cab optional with available heater.
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
ManufacturerMinneapolis-Moline
Original price$6,500 in 1975
Transmission
Oil capacity40 qts (37.9 L)
Gears Hydra-Power12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch Hydra-Power279.4mm dry disc
Gears unsynchronized6 forward and 2 reverse
Transmission options12-speed partial power shift, 6-speed unsynchronized gear
Clutch unsynchronized279.4mm dry disc
Description Hydra-PowerThe Hydra-Power transmission provides a two-speed power shift between direct-drive and the lower Hydra-Power range.
Hydra-Power transmissionpartial power shift
Unsynchronized gear transmissionunsynchronized gear
Tractor hitch
Controllower-link draft control
Rear TypeII/I
Serial Numbers
1969218-128
1970221-295
1971225-914
1972232-089
1973236-883
1974244-937
1975256-165
Final262-877
Dimensions & Tires
Width81.5 inches (207 cm) Minimum width
Length154.5 inches (392 cm)
Wheelbase99 inches (251 cm)
Rear tread56.5 to 89.5 inches (143 to 227 cm)
Front tread51.5 to 87.5 inches (130 to 222 cm)
Ag rear tires15.5-38, 12.4-38, 13.6-38, 14.9-38, 16.9-34
Ag front tires7.50-16, 5.50-16, 6.00-16, 6.50-16
Shipping weight6841 lbs (3103 kg)
Ground clearance25.375 inches (64 cm)
Height (exhaust)97.625 inches (247 cm)
Height (steering wheel)80 inches (203 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540, 1000, 540/1000
Serial Number Location
LocationSerial number plate below instrument panel.