Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star vs Steyr 280
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Steyr 280 is more powerful than the Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star: 59 HP versus 57 HP (+2 HP, +4%).
- The Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star is the more recent model: production started in 1958, versus 1952 for the Steyr 280.
Full specs comparison
| Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star | Steyr 280 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Production years | 1958 | 1952–1959 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 3.4 L | 5.3 L |
| Weight | — | 3 099 kg |
| Drive | — | 2WD |
| Transmission | Shuttle | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 7 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 221 cm |
| Length | — | 350 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star or the Steyr 280?
The Steyr 280 is more powerful than the Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star: 59 HP versus 57 HP (+2 HP, +4%).
Which is more recent, the Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star or the Steyr 280?
The Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star is the more recent model: production started in 1958, versus 1952 for the Steyr 280.

