Minneapolis-Moline UB
The Minneapolis-Moline UB is a row-crop tractor produced from 1953 to 1955 as part of the Model U Series. It was built in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. The tractor was available in several front-end variants including tricycle-front (UBU), adjustable wide-front (UBE), and single front wheel (UBN). It featured a 4.6L 4-cylinder engine available in gasoline, diesel, and LP gas versions. The UB had a 5-speed gear transmission with 1 reverse gear, two-wheel drive, manual steering, and mechanical disc brakes. It had an open operator station and a live 540 RPM rear PTO. The tractor's drawbar power was claimed at 34 hp and tested at 44.57 hp, with a PTO power of 46 hp claimed. The tractor weighed 6,050 lbs and had a wheelbase of 88 inches. Original price was $3050 in 1957.
Power51 hp[P]
Founded1953 - 1955
ModelUB
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Minneapolis-Moline UB
Power
| Belt (tested) | 51.27 hp (38.2 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 46 hp (34.3 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 44.57 hp (33.2 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 34 hp (25.4 kW) |
Engine
| Rated RPM | 1300 |
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| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.25x5.00 inches (108 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 6.3:1 |
| Displacement | 283.7 ci (4.6 L) |
| Diesel engine | Minneapolis-Moline D283-4, diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| LP gas engine | Minneapolis-Moline, natural LP gas, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine options | Minneapolis-Moline 4.6L 4-cyl gasoline, Minneapolis-Moline 4.6L 4-cyl diesel, Minneapolis-Moline 4.6L 4-cyl LP gas |
| Gasoline engine | Minneapolis-Moline, gasoline, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| Coolant capacity | 11 qts (10.4 L) |
| LP gas compression | 8:1 |
Variants
| UBE | adjustable wide-front |
|---|---|
| UBN | single front wheel |
| UBU | tricycle-front |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Mechanical disc brakes |
| Steering | manual |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
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| Built in | Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA |
| Model series | Model U Series |
| Original price | $3050 (1957) |
| Years produced | 1953 - 1955 |
References
| Sales Manual | Sales Manual published in 1952, by Minneapolis-Moline |
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Belt Pulley
| RPM | 741 |
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| Speed | 3,110 ft/min (947.93 meters/min) |
| Width | 7 inches (17 cm) |
| Diameter | 16 inches (40 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions & Tires
| Weight | 6,050 lbs (2744 kg) |
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| Rear tire | 13-38 |
| Wheelbase | 88 inches (223 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | live |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Serial Number Location
| Location | Right side of tractor frame |
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