Minneapolis-Moline ZTU
The Minneapolis-Moline ZTU is a row-crop tractor produced from 1936 to 1948 by Minneapolis-Moline in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. It features a 3.0L 4-cylinder gasoline engine with an estimated 29.4 hp engine power. The tractor has a 5-speed unsynchronized transmission, two-wheel drive, and manual worm-and-sector steering. It was available in several front configurations including tricycle, single front wheel, adjustable wide-front, standard front, and industrial. The ZTU has a wheelbase of 82 inches, weighs 4,000 lbs, and was originally priced at $1,500 in 1948. It includes a rear PTO with 540 rpm and a belt pulley with 14 inch diameter running at 790 rpm.
Power29 hp[B]
Founded1936 - 1948
ModelZTU
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Minneapolis-Moline ZTU
Power
| Belt (tested) | 31.14 hp (23.2 kW) |
|---|---|
| Belt (claimed) | 26.5 hp (19.8 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 26.39 hp (19.7 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 16.5 hp (12.3 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 9.00x36 |
|---|---|
| Ag front | 5.25x16, 5.50x16 |
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Minneapolis-Moline RE |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Aux. fuel | 1.25 gal (4.7 L) |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 15.5 gal (58.7 L) |
| Rated RPM | 1500 |
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.625x4.50 inches (92 x 114 mm) |
| Displacement | 185.8 ci (3.0 L) |
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Coolant capacity | 14 qts (13.2 L) |
| Compression ratio | 5.75:1 |
| Engine oil capacity | 7 qts (6.6 L) |
Variants
| ZTE | adjustable wide-front |
|---|---|
| ZTI | industrial |
| ZTN | single front wheel |
| ZTS | standard front |
| ZTU | tricycle front |
Dimensions
| Width | 79 inches (200 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 60 inches (152 cm) |
| Length | 132 inches (335 cm) |
| Weight | 4,000 lbs (1814 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 82 inches (208 cm) |
| Rear tread | 54 to 84 inches (137 to 213 cm) |
| Front tread | 7 inches (17 cm) |
| Clearance (rear axle) | 22.75 inches (57 cm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Drum brakes |
| Steering | manual worm-and-sector |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA |
| Manufacturer | Minneapolis-Moline |
| Original price | $1,500 (1948) |
| Years produced | 1936 - 1948 |
Belt Pulley
| RPM | 790 |
|---|---|
| Speed | 2,900 ft/min (883.92 meters/min) |
| Width | 6.5 inches (16 cm) |
| Diameter | 14 inches (35 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | unsynchronized gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
| Clutch | 10-inch dry disc |
| Oil capacity | 28 qts (26.5 L) |
ZTU Serial Numbers
| 1936 | 560001 |
|---|---|
| 1937 | 560038 |
| 1938 | 562975 |
| 1939 | 565407 |
| 1940 | 567155 |
| 1941 | 568755 |
| 1942 | 570822 |
| 1943 | 571422 |
| 1944 | 572968 |
| 1945 | 575713 |
| 1946 | 576814 |
| 1947 | 578041 |
| 1948 | 581815 |
| Final | 585817 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
|---|
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