Minneapolis-Moline RTS Specs ( 1939-1954 )
Overview
The Minneapolis-Moline RTS is a standard-tread farm tractor produced from 1939 to 1954 as the fixed-tread version of the R series. Built in Minneapolis, Minnesota, this 3,100-pound machine features a 2.7L four-cylinder gasoline engine designed to provide 20 claimed drawbar horsepower and 23 claimed belt horsepower.
Ideal Applications
Small-Scale Plowing:
With a claimed drawbar rating of 20 hp, this tractor is specifically designed to manage two plows for primary tillage tasks.
Stationary Belt Work:
The integrated belt pulley system, operating at 933 RPM with a 12.25-inch diameter, allows for efficient operation of stationary belt-driven farm machinery.
General Field Utility:
Its 4-speed unsynchronized gear transmission and standard-tread design, supported by a 69-inch wheelbase, make it a versatile option for various 2WD farm applications.
Production
| Description | Standard-tread tractor / Built in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA / The Minneapolis-Moline RTS was the standard, or fixed tread, version of the R series. |
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| Manufacturer | Minneapolis-Moline |
| Total built | 906 |
Engine
| Engine type | Minneapolis-Moline 2.7L 4-cyl gasoline |
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| Fuel tank | 14 gal (53.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.625x4.00 inches (92 x 102 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 13.5 qts (12.8 L) |
| Description | Minneapolis-Moline / gasoline / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 165 ci (2.7 L) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.014 inches (0.356 mm) |
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.025 inches (0.635 mm) |
| Oil capacity | 7 qts (6.6 L) |
| Point gap | 0.020 inches (0.508 mm) |
| Rated RPM | 1500 |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.025 inches (0.635 mm) |
| Starter volts | 6 |
| Belt (claimed) | 23 hp (17.2 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 20 hp (14.9 kW) |
| Plows | 2 |
Transmission
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 4-speed unsynchronized gear |
| Type | unsynchronized gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. Cab optional. |
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| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
| Steering | manual |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 560 |
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Electrical
| Battery volts | 6 |
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| Charging system | generator |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 47.5 inches (120 cm) |
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| Height | 68.5 inches (173 cm) |
| Length | 108.5 inches (275 cm) |
| Rear tread | 54 to 88 inches (137 to 223 cm) |
| Weight | 3,100 lbs (1406 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 69 inches (175 cm) |
| Width | 81.1 inches (205 cm) |
| Front tire | 5.00-15 |
| Rear tire | 10-34 |
| Weight | 3,100 lbs (1406 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 69 inches (175 cm) |
| Ag front | 5.00-15 |
| Ag rear | 10-34 |
Belt Pulley
| Diameter | 12.25 inches (31 cm) |
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| RPM | 933 |
| Width | 6 inches (15 cm) |
Links
| Description | R production data: |
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RTS Serial Number Location
| Description | Right side of tractor frame. |
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RTS Serial Numbers
| 1939 | 400001 |
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| 1940 | 402201 |
| 1941 | 405576 |
| 1942 | 407851 |
| 1943 | 408826 |
| 1944 | 409358 |
| 1945 | 410748 |
| 1946 | 413755 |
| 1947 | 416545 |
| 1949 | 0024900001 |
| 1950 | 0025000001 |
| 1951 | 00200301 |
| 1952 | 00200402 |
| 1953 | 00200552 |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
References
| Description | Visionlined R Tractors published in 1949, by Minneapolis-Moline / Sales Manual published in 1952, by Minneapolis-Moline |
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Variants
| RTE | adjustable-front |
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| RTI | industrial tractor |
| RTN | single-front |
| RTS | standard-front |
| RTU | tricycle-front |