Minneapolis-Moline

Minneapolis-Moline G955

The Minneapolis-Moline G-955 was produced from 1973 to 1974 as a row-crop tractor. It was sold under the Minneapolis-Moline, Oliver, and White brands, with the White model number 1870. Oliver used both the G955 and 1870 model numbers. The tractor featured two engine options: a 7.4L 6-cylinder diesel and a 7.0L 6-cylinder LP-gas engine. Transmission options included a 6-speed gear and an 18-speed three-range power shift. It had a drawbar power of about 80 hp and PTO power up to 98.8 hp tested. The tractor had two-wheel drive, power steering, disc brakes, and an open operator station with an optional cab. Fuel capacity was 40 gallons for diesel and 39 gallons for LP-gas. The hydraulic system was closed center with a 6.8-gallon capacity and 20 gpm pump flow. Dimensions included a 111-inch wheelbase, 175.5-inch length, and operating weight of 11,900 lbs. Tires varied with multiple agricultural front and rear sizes available. Electrical system was 12 volts with negative ground.
Power107 hp[P]
Founded1973 - 1974
ModelG955

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Minneapolis-Moline G955

Power
PTO (tested)98.8 hp (73.7 kW)
Drawbar (tested)80.19 hp (59.8 kW)
Drawbar (claimed)80 hp (59.7 kW)
Diesel PTO (claimed)97 hp (72.3 kW)
LP-gas PTO (claimed)92 hp (68.6 kW)
Tires
Ag rear18.4-38, 23.1-30, 23.1-34, 20.8-38, 20.8-34, 18.4-34, 16.9-38, 15.5-38
Ag front10.00-16, 11.00-16, 11.00L-15
Engine
OptionsMinneapolis-Moline 7.4L 6-cyl diesel, Minneapolis-Moline 7.0L 6-cyl LP-gas
Starterelectric
Rated RPM1800
Air cleanerdry
Bore/Stroke4.375x5.00 inches (111 x 127 mm)
Compression15.2:1
Displacement451 ci (7.4 L)
Oil capacity10 qts (9.5 L)
Diesel engineMinneapolis-Moline, diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
LP-gas engineMinneapolis-Moline, LP-gas, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Starter volts12
LP-gas Starterelectric
Coolant capacity33 qts (31.2 L)
LP-gas Rated RPM1800
LP-gas Air cleanerdry
LP-gas Bore/Stroke4.25x5.00 inches (108 x 127 mm)
LP-gas Compression9:1
LP-gas Oil capacity10 qts (9.5 L)
LP-gas displacement425 ci (7.0 L)
LP-gas Starter volts12
LP-gas Coolant capacity30 qts (28.4 L)
Capacity
Fuel (LP-Gas)39 gal (147.6 L)
Fuel (diesel)40 gal (151.4 L)
Hydraulic system6.8 gal (25.7 L)
Dimensions
Width95.9 inches (243 cm) *Minimum width.
Length175.5 inches (445 cm)
Wheelbase111 inches (281 cm)
Rear tread57 to 119.5 inches (144 to 303 cm)
Front tread61 to 85 inches (154 to 215 cm)
Height (hood)71 inches (180 cm)
Operating weight11900 lbs (5397 kg)
Clearance (front axle)21.5 inches (54 cm)
Height (steering wheel)85.5 inches (217 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center
Capacity6.8 gal (25.7 L)
Pump flow20 gpm (75.7 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesDisc brakes
SteeringPower steering
Operator stationOpen operator station. Cab optional.
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
NotesThe Minneapolis-Moline G-955 was sold under the Minneapolis-Moline, Oliver, and White brands. It was sold as the White model 1870. Oliver appeared to use both the G955 and 1870 model numbers.
ManufacturerMinneapolis-Moline (a part of White)
Original price$13,700 in 1974
Years produced1973 - 1974
Transmission
Options6-speed gear, 18-speed three-range power shift
Gear transmission
Typegear
Gears6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch355.6mm dry disc
Oil capacity43 qts (40.7 L)
Power shift transmission
Typethree-range power shift
Gears18 forward and 6 reverse
NotesSix gears (1-6) with a three-range power shift (under, direct, and over drive).
Clutch355.6mm dry disc
Oil capacity43 qts (40.7 L)
TransmissionHydraul-Shift
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII
Serial Numbers
LocationSerial number plate below the instrument panel, behind the clutch pedal.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540/1000 (1.375)