Minneapolis 17-30 B

The Minneapolis 17-30 B is a standard-tread tractor that was part of the Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company lineup. Designed for general farming tasks, it features a 4x2 2WD chassis and operates with a manual steering mechanism. This model is equipped with a gear-driven transmission that offers 2 forward speeds and 1 reverse speed. Its engine is a 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled unit manufactured by the same company, with a displacement of 522.6 ci running on kerosene. The 17-30 B has a hand-crank starting mechanism and a coolant capacity of 34 quarts. The tractor's wheelbase is measured at 90.75 inches, with a weight of 6800 lbs. It sits on steel tires, with a 36-inch diameter in the front and a 54-inch diameter in the rear. The model has marked dimensions with a length of 143 inches, a width of 76.5 inches, and a height of 72 inches. Specific details about the tractor's power output, hydraulics, PTO speed, operator station type, and braking system remain unspecified.