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Minneapolis 15-30 vs Minneapolis 20-40

Verdict: Minneapolis 15-30 vs Minneapolis 20-40

The Minneapolis 15-30 and the Minneapolis 20-40 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Minneapolis 20-40 leads on rated power with 20 hp against 15 hp. Minneapolis 15-30 is the lighter machine (2,540 kg vs 5,443 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Minneapolis 20-40 holds more fuel (113.6 L vs 70.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Minneapolis 15-30 is the newer design (1915 vs 1914). In short: choose the Minneapolis 20-40 for outright pulling power, or the Minneapolis 15-30 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs
Minneapolis 15-30 Tractor
Minneapolis
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Minneapolis 20-40 Tractor
Minneapolis
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
15 hp
20 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
Minneapolis (a part of Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company)Reference
Minneapolis (a part of Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company)Reference
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Engine
Fuel tank
70.0 LReference
113.6 LReference
Drawbar (claimed)
11.2 kWReference
14.9 kWReference
Belt (claimed)
22.4 kWReference
29.8 kWReference
Displacement
6.5 LReference
11.9 LReference
Bore/Stroke
108 x 178 mmReference
146 x 178 mmReference
Rated RPM
750Reference
650Reference
Starter type
hand crankReference
hand crankReference
Plows
4-6 (14-inch)Reference
Transmission
Type
gearReference
gearReference
Gears
2 forward and 1 reverseReference
2 forward and 1 reverseReference
Dimensions
Weight
2540 kgReference
5443 kgReference
Rear tire
56x10Reference
66x20Reference
Ag rear
56x20 (steel)Reference
66x20 (steel)Reference
Length
426 cmReference
424 cmReference
Height
280 cmReference
Rear axle
87 mmReference
Capacities
Diameter
38 cmReference
50 cmReference
Width
182 cmReference
243 cmReference
RPM
700Reference

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.

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