Minneapolis
Minneapolis 20-40
The Minneapolis 20-40 is a standard-tread farm tractor produced from 1914 to 1919 by Minneapolis, a part of Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company. It was built in Hopkins, Minnesota, USA. The tractor features a 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled kerosene engine with 727.1 ci (11.9 L) displacement, producing 20 hp drawbar and 40 hp belt power. It has a 2-speed gear transmission with 2 forward and 1 reverse gears, two-wheel drive, and manual steering. The tractor weighs 12,000 lbs and rides on 66x20 steel rear tires. It is capable of pulling 4-6 14-inch plows.
Power44 hp[B]
Founded1914 - 1919
Model20-40
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Minneapolis 20-40
Power
| Plows | 4-6 (14-inch) |
|---|---|
| Belt (claimed) | 40 hp (29.8 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 20 hp (14.9 kW) |
Tires
| Rear tire | 66x20 (steel) |
|---|
Engine
| Make | Minneapolis Threshing Machine |
|---|---|
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 30 gal (113.6 L) |
| Fuel type | kerosene |
| Rated RPM | 650 |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.75x7.00 inches (146 x 178 mm) |
| Displacement | 727.1 ci (11.9 L) |
| Starter type | hand crank |
Dimensions
| Width | 96 inches (243 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 110.5 inches (280 cm) |
| Length | 167 inches (424 cm) |
| Weight | 12000 lbs (5443 kg) |
| Rear axle | 3.4375 inch diameter (87 mm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | Manual steering |
Production
| Type | Standard-tread tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Hopkins, Minnesota, USA |
| Years produced | 1914 - 1919 |
Belt Pulley
| RPM | 700 |
|---|---|
| Width | 10 inches (25 cm) |
| Diameter | 20 inches (50 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 2 forward and 1 reverse |