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The Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company, established in 1887, was a pioneering force in the agricultural machinery industry, particularly known for its steam engines and threshing machines. Initially, the company distributed products from Huber and Allis before developing its own designs. A significant milestone in its history came in 1910 when Minneapolis entered the gasoline tractor market, producing a range of tractors that reached up to 80 horsepower. This move solidified its reputation as a key player in the early mechanization of American agriculture. However, the Great Depression posed significant challenges, leading to a strategic merger in 1929. Minneapolis Threshing Machine joined forces with Minneapolis Steel & Machinery and Moline Plow to form Minneapolis-Moline, a new entity that aimed to combine resources and weather the economic storm. This merger marked the beginning of a new chapter, as Minneapolis-Moline continued to innovate in the tractor and agricultural machinery space. While the Minneapolis brand itself eventually became part of the Minneapolis-Moline legacy, its contributions to the development of early gasoline tractors and its role in the consolidation of agricultural machinery manufacturers remain significant. The story of Minneapolis is emblematic of the evolution of the American agricultural industry, reflecting the trends of consolidation and technological advancement that defined the early 20th century.