Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company 20-40

The Minneapolis 20-40 is a standard-tread tractor crafted by the Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company, recognizable for its traditional 4x2 2WD chassis design. It is steered manually, indicative of the simpler machinery of its time, and houses a powerful 727.1 cubic inch, 4-cylinder kerosene engine, which must be started with a hand crank. The transmission boasts a rudimentary gear system, with 2 forward gears and a single reverse gear, functioning at a rate of 650 RPM at maximum. Built for substantial work, the tractor has an operating weight of 12,000 lbs, and its ample dimensions—167 inches in length, 96 inches in width, and a height of 110.5 inches—underscore its presence in the field. The large 66-inch steel rear wheels are a significant part of this tractor's design, contributing both to its agricultural prowess and its unique look amongst contemporaries.