The 1938 Minneapolis-Moline UDLX was a tractor developed on the suggestions of farmers. It was built off of market research and at the time, was the most advanced tractor ever built. Launched to huge fanfare in 1938, the first ever enclosed cab machine was capable of being a car and a tractor, with a 40mph top speed on the road. It was promoted in a wild blitz by MM and every indication was that it would change the world of farming for the better.

Except that it was a horrible failure.

150 were made, 100 were sold in two years and the rest of them were brought back to the factory and completely stripped of their extra equipment to be sold for half the price as "regular" tractors.

Why did it fail? How did it fail? What the heck happened?

In this video, the history of the machine, its development, its unique features, and yes, its failure are all explored. Enjoy!