Minneapolis 15-30 Specs ( 1915-1919 )
Overview
The Minneapolis 15-30 is a standard-tread farm tractor manufactured between 1915 and 1919 in Hopkins, Minnesota. This two-wheel drive model is equipped with a 6.5L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled engine and features a manual steering mechanical configuration.
Ideal Applications
Engine Power and Output:
The 397.2 ci gasoline engine is rated at 750 RPM and provides a claimed 30 hp at the belt and 15 hp at the drawbar.
Transmission and Drive Configuration:
The powertrain consists of a two-speed gear transmission with two forward gears and one reverse gear supporting its two-wheel drive operation.
Physical Dimensions and Chassis:
The 5600-pound tractor features a 168-inch length, a 72-inch width, and is fitted with 56x10 steel rear wheels.
Production
| Description | Standard-tread tractor / Built in Hopkins, Minnesota, USA |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Minneapolis (a part of Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company) |
Engine
| Engine type | Minneapolis Threshing Machine 6.5L 4-cyl gasoline |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (70.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.25x7.00 inches (108 x 178 mm) |
| Description | Minneapolis Threshing Machine / gasoline / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 397.2 ci (6.5 L) |
| Rated RPM | 750 |
| Starter type | hand crank |
| Belt (claimed) | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 15 hp (11.2 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 2 forward and 1 reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | 2-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Description | Manual steering |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
Dimensions & Tires
| Length | 168 inches (426 cm) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 5600 lbs (2540 kg) |
| Width | 72 inches (182 cm) |
| Rear tire | 56x10 |
| Weight | 5600 lbs (2540 kg) |
| Ag rear | 56x10 (steel) |
Belt Pulley
| Diameter | 15 inches (38 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 6.5 inches (16 cm) |