Minneapolis-Moline

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.
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
OptionsOliver-Waukesha 5.1L 6-cyl diesel, Oliver-Waukesha 5.1L 6-cyl gasoline
Diesel rated RPM2400
Diesel air cleanerdry
Diesel bore/stroke3.875x4.375 inches (98 x 111 mm)
Diesel compression16:1
Diesel engine typeOliver-Waukesha turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Fuel tank capacity35 gal (132.5 L)
Gasoline rated RPM2400
Diesel displacement310 ci (5.1 L)
Diesel starter volts12
Gasoline air cleanerdry
Gasoline bore/stroke3.875x4.375 inches (98 x 111 mm)
Gasoline compression8.5:1
Gasoline engine typeOliver-Waukesha gasoline, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Gasoline displacement310 ci (5.1 L)
Diesel coolant capacity20 qts (18.9 L)
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center
Pump flow20 gpm (75.7 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesDifferential hydraulic disc brakes
SteeringPower steering
Operator stationOpen operator station. Optional two-post ROPS and cab.
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
Original price$13,000 in 1975
Years produced1971 - 1973
Transmission
Options6-speed gear, 18-speed partial power shift
Gear gears6 forward and 2 reverse
Gear clutch330mm cerametallic disc
Gear transmission typegear
Partial power shift typepartial power shift
Partial power shift gears18 forward and 6 reverse
Partial power shift clutch330mm cerametallic disc
Partial power shift descriptionThe Hydraul-Shift overs a power shift between over-, under-, and direct-drive for each gear.
Partial power shift transmissionHydraul-Shift
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeI/II, II/III (optional)
Rear lift capacity4,000 lbs (1814 kg), 6,000 lbs (Cat 3) (2721 kg)
Serial Numbers
1969220-640
1970221-099
1971225-508
1972231-366
1973236-585
1974247-436
1975255-727
Final255-785
Dimensions & Tires
Width80.625 inches (204 cm) Minimum width
Weight11,150 lbs (5057 kg)
Rear tire23.1-34
2WD Length159.5 inches (405 cm)
4WD Length152.375 inches (387 cm)
Front tire11L-15
Rear tread57 to 119.5 inches (144 to 303 cm)
2WD Wheelbase103 inches (261 cm)
4WD Wheelbase86.25 inches (219 cm)
2WD Front tread61.5 to 87.5 inches (156 to 222 cm)
4WD Front tread60/70.75/80 inches (152/179/203 cm)
2WD Ground clearance25.5 inches (64 cm)
4WD Ground clearance13.5 inches (34 cm)
Height (steering wheel)85.5 inches (217 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Engine RPM984@2400
Rear PTO Type540, 540/1000, 1000