Minneapolis-Moline UDLX

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Minneapolis-Moline UDLX, also known as the Comfortractor, is a historic 2WD tractor produced between 1938 and 1941 as part of the Model U series. This distinctive tractor features a 283.7 cubic inch, four-cylinder gasoline engine that delivers 35.9 horsepower at 1,275 rpm. It was one of the earliest tractors designed with a full cab, including amenities such as heat and a radio, catering to operator comfort. It also stands out with its 4x2 chassis and synchronized transmission that includes five forward gears and one reverse, allowing for ease of use and a diverse range of tasks. The UDLX can be identified by its substantial size at nearly 141 inches in length, approximately 76.8 inches in width, and reaching a height of 93.7 inches. Despite its historical status, this tractor remains a notable figure in the legacy of Minneapolis-Moline's innovative approach to tractor design.
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Key Specifications

Power Output: 35.9

Transmission: Synchronized

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 6393

Fuel Type: Gasoline

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Minneapolis-Moline
Model
Minneapolis-Moline
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Induction Type
Natural Aspiration
Cylinders
4
Displacement (ci)
283.7
Bore (in)
4.25
Stroke (in)
5
Rated RPM
1275
Power Output (hp)
35.9

Transmission

Type
Synchronized
Forward Gears
5
Reverse Gears
1
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
140.9
Width (in)
76.8
Height (in)
93.7
Operating Weight (lb)
6393

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
-
Coolant Capacity (qts)
-
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
-
Manufacture - End Year
1941
Hitch Type
-
Hitch Category
Category 3
Hitch Position
-
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
Cab
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Mechanical Drum
Hydraulic System Type
-

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