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Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 3

The Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 3 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1964 to 1965 by Minneapolis-Moline in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. It features a 3.4L 4-cylinder engine available in gasoline, diesel, or LP gas variants, with a claimed PTO power of 44 hp (32.8 kW). The tractor offers transmission options including a 10-speed two-speed power shift and a 5-speed gear transmission. It has two-wheel drive, manual or optional power steering, disc brakes, and an open operator station. The tractor hitch is category II with optional draft control. The rear PTO is independent with 540 and 1000 RPM options. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 87.125 inches (221 cm), length of 126.25 inches (320 cm), and weight ranging from 3630 to 3830 lbs depending on fuel type. Electrical system is negative ground with a generator charging system and 12-volt battery. Serial numbers for gasoline and diesel models are documented, with the serial number located on the right side of the tractor frame near the brake pedals.
Minneapolis-MolineJet Star 3tractorspecificationsenginetransmissiondimensionsPTOrow-crop tractor
Power48 hp[P]
Founded1964 - 1965
ModelJet Star 3

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 3

Power

PTO (claimed):44 hp (32.8 kW)

Engine

Options:Minneapolis-Moline 3.4L 4-cyl gasoline, Minneapolis-Moline 3.4L 4-cyl diesel, Minneapolis-Moline 3.4L 4-cyl LP gas
Gas Fuel tank:14 gal (53.0 L)

Details LP gas

Type:LP gas
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Rated RPM:1750
Air cleaner:oil bath
Bore/Stroke:3.625x5.00 inches (92 x 127 mm)
Displacement:206 ci (3.4 L)
Firing order:1-3-4-2
Manufacturer:Minneapolis-Moline
Oil capacity:6 qts (5.7 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:12 qts (11.4 L)

Details diesel

Type:diesel
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Rated RPM:1750
Air cleaner:oil bath
Bore/Stroke:3.625x5.00 inches (92 x 127 mm)
Displacement:206 ci (3.4 L)
Firing order:1-3-4-2
Manufacturer:Minneapolis-Moline
Oil capacity:6 qts (5.7 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:12 qts (11.4 L)

Details gasoline

Type:gasoline
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Rated RPM:1750
Air cleaner:oil bath
Bore/Stroke:3.625x5.00 inches (92 x 127 mm)
Displacement:206 ci (3.4 L)
Firing order:1-3-4-2
Manufacturer:Minneapolis-Moline
Oil capacity:6 qts (5.7 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:12 qts (11.4 L)
Diesel Fuel tank:14 gal (53.0 L)
LP-gas Fuel tank:22 gal (83.3 L)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:1 (gas/LP), 2 (diesel)
Battery volts:12
Charging system:generator

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Disc brakes
Steering:manual, power (Optional)
Operator station:Open operator station

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Built in:Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Years produced:1964 - 1965

Transmission

Options:10-speed two-speed power shift, 5-speed gear

Gear transmission

Gears:5 forward and 1 reverse

Ampli-Torc two-speed power shift

Gears:10 forward and 2 reverse

Tractor hitch

Control:draft control (Optional)
Rear Type:II

Serial Numbers

Diesel

1964:28400001
1965:28400051
1966:28400201
1967:28400386
1968:28400467
1969:28400527
1970:28400602
Final:28400711

Gasoline

1963:28300001
1964:28301001
1965:28301985
1966:28302056
1967:28302844
1968:28303566
1969:28304801
1970:28305086
Final:28305335
Location:Right side of tractor frame, near brake pedals.

Dimensions & Tires

Width:70.25 inches (178 cm)
Length:126.25 inches (320 cm)
Rear tire:12.4-28
Wheelbase:87.125 inches (221 cm)
Front tire:5.50-16
Rear tread:56 to 84 inches (142 to 213 cm)
Front tread:50 to 78 inches (127 to 198 cm)
Weight LP-gas:3830 lbs (1737 kg)
Weight diesel:3730 lbs (1691 kg)
Weight gasoline:3630 lbs (1646 kg)
Height (exhaust):78.25 inches (198 cm)
Additional front tire:7.50-16
Clearance (rear axle):19.5 inches (49 cm)
Clearance (front axle):20 inches (50 cm)
Height (steering wheel):65.75 inches (167 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@1525, 1000@1750
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375), 1000 (1.375)

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