Minneapolis (MTM) 35-70 / 40-80
VerifiedThe Minneapolis 35-70 / 40-80 (Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company) were large prairie-type tractors — the 40-80 built 1918–1919 and the 35-70 built 1920–1929. Specifications are being verified — see Sources below.
Specifications
| Engine | Minneapolis Threshing Machine 24.4L 4-cyl kerosene |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 24.4 L |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Fuel | Kerosene |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 35 hp (26.1 kW) |
| Belt (claimed) | 70 hp (52.2 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 52.55 hp (39.2 kW) |
| Belt (tested) | 74.0 hp (55.2 kW) |
| Transmission | 2-speed gear |
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Steering | Manual |
| Wheelbase | 136 inches (345 cm) |
| Weight | 22,500 lbs (10,206 kg) |
| Front tire | 40x14 |
| Rear tire | 85x30 |
| Fuel tank | 80 gal (302.8 L) |
| Auxiliary fuel tank | 20 gal (75.7 L) |
| Belt pulley diameter | 24 inches (60 cm) |
| Belt pulley width | 10.25 inches (26 cm) |
| Belt pulley RPM | 500 |
Specifications per the cited source below. Manufacturer-advertised figures can differ from tested values — confirm restoration-critical specs against factory literature.
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Sources & Verification Notes
Status: Verified
Primary source: TractorData — Minneapolis (Minneapolis Threshing Machine Co.) tractors tier 4
Last checked: 2026-05-31
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