Standard Tread
Twin City KTA
The Twin City KTA is a sturdy tractor built for farm work. It has a gear transmission with 3 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, giving farmers good control over their speed. The tractor is powered by a Minneapolis KE engine, which has 4 cylinders and runs on distillate fuel. This liquid-cooled engine has a displacement of 283.7 cubic inches, which is quite large for a tractor of its time. The KTA is a heavy-duty machine, weighing in at 4,300 pounds. It's 131 inches long and 64.5 inches tall, making it a sizable piece of equipment. One unique feature of this tractor is its steel wheels instead of rubber tires. The front wheels are 28 inches in diameter and 5 inches wide, while the rear wheels are larger at 42 inches in diameter and 10 inches wide. These steel wheels were common on older tractors and provided good traction in muddy fields. The engine runs at 1,150 RPM when working hard, and it has a coolant capacity of 24 quarts to keep it running smoothly in hot weather.
ManufacturerTwin CityEngine4-cylTransgear
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Quick specs
- Category
- Standard Tread
- Operating Weight
- 4,300 lb
- Transmission
- gear
Overview
About the Twin City KTA
The Twin City KTA is a sturdy tractor built for farm work. It has a gear transmission with 3 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, giving farmers good control over their speed. The tractor is powered by a Minneapolis KE engine, which has 4 cylinders and runs on distillate fuel. This liquid-cooled engine has a displacement of 283.7 cubic inches, which is quite large for a tractor of its time. The KTA is a heavy-duty machine, weighing in at 4,300 pounds. It's 131 inches long and 64.5 inches tall, making it a sizable piece of equipment. One unique feature of this tractor is its steel wheels instead of rubber tires. The front wheels are 28 inches in diameter and 5 inches wide, while the rear wheels are larger at 42 inches in diameter and 10 inches wide. These steel wheels were common on older tractors and provided good traction in muddy fields. The engine runs at 1,150 RPM when working hard, and it has a coolant capacity of 24 quarts to keep it running smoothly in hot weather.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Twin City |
|---|---|
| Model | KTA |
| Category | Standard Tread tractor |
| Operating weight | 4,300lb |
Engine
| Make | Minneapolis |
|---|---|
| Model | KE |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 283.7ci |
| Bore | 4.25in |
| Stroke | 5in |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 3 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Dimensions
| Length | 131in |
|---|---|
| Height | 64.5in |
| Operating weight | 4,300lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 6gal |
|---|
Head to head
KTA vs. Standard Tread median
How the Twin City KTA compares to other Standard Tread tractors
| Spec | This model | Standard Tread median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 284 ci | 382 ci | -26% | 30th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 3 | 4 | -25% | 39th |
| Operating Weight | 4,300 lb | 6,834 lb | -37% | 18th |
| Length | 131 in | 137 in | -4% | 32nd |
| Height | 64.5 in | 72.3 in | -11% | 26th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the standard tread tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 234–367 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Twin City tractors
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twin City 15-30 | — | 7,650 lb | — | Compare → |
| Twin City 16-30 | — | 7,800 lb | — | Compare → |
| Twin City 17-28 | — | 5,350 lb | 1926–1935 | Compare → |
| Twin City 20-35 | — | 8,100 lb | — | Compare → |
| Twin City 21-32 | — | 5,880 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How many cylinders does the Twin City KTA have?
The Twin City KTA runs a 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 283.7 ci.
What transmission is in the Twin City KTA?
Transmission on the Twin City KTA is gear, with 3 forward speeds.
How much does the Twin City KTA weigh?
The Twin City KTA weighs about 4,300 lb in operating condition.
What maintenance does the Twin City KTA require?
Like any tractor, the Twin City KTA needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.