Ford 6000 vs Minneapolis-Moline M-604
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ford 6000 is more powerful than the Minneapolis-Moline M-604: 73 HP versus 71 HP (+2 HP, +3%).
- The Minneapolis-Moline M-604 is the more recent model: production started in 1963, versus 1961 for the Ford 6000.
Full specs comparison
| Ford 6000 | Minneapolis-Moline M-604 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 73 HP | 71 HP |
| Production years | 1961–1964 | 1963–1964 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Propane (LP) |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Displacement | 3.7 L | 5.5 L |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Power shift | Power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 10 / 2 | 10 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 241 cm | 214 cm |
| Length | 378 cm | 355 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Ford 6000 or the Minneapolis-Moline M-604?
The Ford 6000 is more powerful than the Minneapolis-Moline M-604: 73 HP versus 71 HP (+2 HP, +3%).
Which is more recent, the Ford 6000 or the Minneapolis-Moline M-604?
The Minneapolis-Moline M-604 is the more recent model: production started in 1963, versus 1961 for the Ford 6000.

