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Minneapolis-Moline G940

The Minneapolis-Moline G940 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1971 to 1973. It is essentially the same as the Oliver 1855 model. It was originally priced at $13,000 in 1975. The tractor features options for Oliver-Waukesha 5.1L 6-cylinder diesel and gasoline engines, with power outputs up to 98 hp (diesel). Transmission options include a 6-speed gear and an 18-speed partial power shift. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, differential hydraulic disc brakes, and an open operator station with optional ROPS and cab. It has a closed center hydraulic system with a 20 gpm pump flow and various PTO options. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD versions, with weights around 11,150 lbs. The G940 shares many specifications with the Oliver 1855.
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Power102 hp[P]
Founded1971 - 1973
ModelG940

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Minneapolis-Moline G940

Power

PTO (tested):98.60 hp, 73.5 kW
PTO (claimed):92 hp (gas), 68.6 kW; 98 hp (diesel), 73.1 kW
Drawbar (tested):82.65 hp, 61.6 kW

Engine

Options:Oliver-Waukesha 5.1L 6-cyl diesel, Oliver-Waukesha 5.1L 6-cyl gasoline
Diesel rated RPM:2400
Diesel air cleaner:dry
Diesel bore/stroke:3.875x4.375 inches (98 x 111 mm)
Diesel compression:16:1
Diesel engine type:Oliver-Waukesha turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Fuel tank capacity:35 gal (132.5 L)
Gasoline rated RPM:2400
Diesel displacement:310 ci (5.1 L)
Diesel starter volts:12
Gasoline air cleaner:dry
Gasoline bore/stroke:3.875x4.375 inches (98 x 111 mm)
Gasoline compression:8.5:1
Gasoline engine type:Oliver-Waukesha gasoline, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Gasoline displacement:310 ci (5.1 L)
Diesel coolant capacity:20 qts (18.9 L)

Hydraulics

Type:closed center
Pump flow:20 gpm (75.7 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential hydraulic disc brakes
Steering:Power steering
Operator station:Open operator station. Optional two-post ROPS and cab.

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Original price:$13,000 in 1975
Years produced:1971 - 1973

References

Models G850/G940 published in 1971, by Minneapolis-Moline:-

Transmission

Options:6-speed gear, 18-speed partial power shift
Gear gears:6 forward and 2 reverse
Gear clutch:330mm cerametallic disc
Gear transmission type:gear
Partial power shift type:partial power shift
Partial power shift gears:18 forward and 6 reverse
Partial power shift clutch:330mm cerametallic disc
Partial power shift description:The Hydraul-Shift overs a power shift between over-, under-, and direct-drive for each gear.
Partial power shift transmission:Hydraul-Shift

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:I/II, II/III (optional)
Rear lift capacity:4,000 lbs (1814 kg), 6,000 lbs (Cat 3) (2721 kg)

Serial Numbers

1969:220-640
1970:221-099
1971:225-508
1972:231-366
1973:236-585
1974:247-436
1975:255-727
Final:255-785

Dimensions & Tires

Width:80.625 inches (204 cm) Minimum width
Weight:11,150 lbs (5057 kg)
Rear tire:23.1-34
2WD Length:159.5 inches (405 cm)
4WD Length:152.375 inches (387 cm)
Front tire:11L-15
Rear tread:57 to 119.5 inches (144 to 303 cm)
2WD Wheelbase:103 inches (261 cm)
4WD Wheelbase:86.25 inches (219 cm)
2WD Front tread:61.5 to 87.5 inches (156 to 222 cm)
4WD Front tread:60/70.75/80 inches (152/179/203 cm)
2WD Ground clearance:25.5 inches (64 cm)
4WD Ground clearance:13.5 inches (34 cm)
Height (steering wheel):85.5 inches (217 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:984@2400
Rear PTO Type:540, 540/1000, 1000

Related Models

Oliver 1855

Model:1855