Minneapolis-Moline G1050

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Minneapolis-Moline G1050 is a row-crop tractor designed for various agricultural tasks. It comes with a 4x2 2WD chassis and is powered by either a Minneapolis-Moline 8.3L 6-cyl diesel or 8.3L 6-cyl LP gas engine, with an engine displacement of 504 cubic inches and a rated RPM of 1800. The tractor features power steering for easier operation and a two-speed power shift transmission that offers 10 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, facilitating a range of speeds suitable for different farming applications. The wheelbase varies slightly between standard and row-crop versions, with the row-crop having a longer wheelbase of 104.5 inches. While specific details about the engine cooling type, the cylinder orientation, or valve configuration are not provided, the tractor’s large tires, substantial operating weight, and multiple wheel tread settings indicate its capability of handling a variety of terrains and tasks in the field.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Transmission: Two-speed power shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 10700 to 11250 (range provided)

Fuel Type: Diesel or LP gas

Minneapolis-Moline G1050 vs. Similar Tractors

Operating Weight
Excellent
Greater than 92% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Minneapolis-Moline
Model
8.3L 6-cyl diesel or 8.3L 6-cyl LP gas (assumption based on provided "Engine - Engine Detail")
Cooling Type
Unknown (cannot accurately determine from data provided, common could be liquid-cooled but not specified)
Cylinder Orientation
-
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel or LP gas
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated (assumption based on the era and no mention of turbo or supercharger)
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
504
Bore (in)
4.625
Stroke (in)
5
Rated RPM
1800
Power Output (hp)
-

Transmission

Type
Two-speed power shift
Forward Gears
10
Reverse Gears
2
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
171
Width (in)
94.3
Height (in)
78 (steering wheel), 72 (hood) (tallest noted)
Operating Weight (lb)
10700 to 11250 (range provided)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
-
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
33 (discrepancy noted, listed also as 30 qts)
Front Tire Diameter (in)
Unknown (only width provided)
Front Tire Width (in)
7.5
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
Unknown (only width provided)
Rear Tire Width (in)
18.4
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Ag front and Ag rear (bias type assumed based on era)
Manufacture - End Year
-
Hitch Type
III/II (assumed to be Three-Point Hitch based on "Rear Type")
Hitch Category
Category 3
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
Unknown (data not provided, could be Open or Cab)
Starter Type
Electric Starter (assumed from "Engine - Starter volts: 12")
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
-