Allis Chalmers 160

The Allis Chalmers 160 is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers. It is equipped with a 152.7 ci 2.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 40 hp / 29.8 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 4250 to 4680 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 40 hp / 29.8 kW

Fuel & Capacities

13.5 gal 51.1 L

Transmission

6 forward and 1 reverse

Operating Weight

4250 to 4680 pounds

Overview

	1969 - 1973 Utility tractorRenault built Utility tractor Renault built

Production
Distributor	Allis Chalmers
Manufacturer	Renault
Utility tractor
Built in France
Total built	5,597 (total)
	4,110 (One-Sixty)
	1,487 (160)
Original price	$6,215
The Allis-Chalmers 160 was built by Renault. It was based on the model 56, but used a Perkins diesel in place of the MWM. The tractor was badged as the One-Sixty from 1969 through 1971, then as the 160 in 1972.

Allis Chalmers 160 Engine
Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Allis Chalmers 160 Power
Engine	40 hp 29.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)	36.71 hp 27.4 kW
PTO (tested)	40.36 hp 30.1 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	hydrostatic power
	manual (on basic models)
Differential mechanical dry disc brakes
Open operator station.

Capacity
Fuel	13.5 gal 51.1 L
Hydraulic system	7.25 gal 27.4 L

Hydraulics
Capacity	7.25 gal 27.4 L
Pressure	2300 psi 158.6 bar
Pump flow	6.7 gpm 25.4 lpm
Steering flow	7.5 gpm 28.4 lpm
Steering press.	1100 psi 75.8 bar

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	lower-link draft sensing

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
Engine RPM	540@2160

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	76 inches 193 cm
Weight	4250 to 4680 pounds
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	13.6-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	Delco-Remy
	Paris-Rhone
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	95

References

The Rugged New 40hp One-Sixty published in 1969, by Allis Chalmers
160 Tractors published in 1972, by Allis Chalmers

Engine

Engine Detail — 152.7 ci / 2.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins AD 3.152
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	152.7 ci 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke	3.60x5.00 inches 91 x 127 mm
Power	40 hp 29.8 kW
Air cleaner	paper element
Compression	18.5:1
Rated RPM	2250
Firing order	1-2-3
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	6.5 qts 6.2 L
Coolant capacity	8 qts 7.6 L
Intake valve clearance	0.010 inches (hot) 0.254 mm
Exhaust valve clearance	0.010 inches (hot) 0.254 mm

Transmission

Transmission options
10-speed partial synchronized
6-speed

Transmission — 10 forward and 2 reverse partial synchronized

Type	partial synchronized
Gears	10 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity	29 qts 27.4 L
With 13.6-28 rear tires

Transmission — 6 forward and 1 reverse

Gears	6 forward and 1 reverse
With 13.6-28 rear tires

Dimensions

Allis Chalmers 160 Tires
Ag front	6.00-16
Ag rear	13.6-28
	14.9-28

Dimensions
Wheelbase	76 inches 193 cm
Length	144 inches 365 cm

Allis Chalmers 160 Weight
Shipping	4250 lbs 1927 kg
Operating	4680 lbs 2122 kg
Ballasted	6070 lbs 2753 kg

Allis Chalmers 160 Height
Steering wheel	63 inches 160 cm
Hood	56 inches 142 cm
Exhaust	83.7 inches 212 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1028
Diesel 10-speed 2WD October 27 - November 4, 1969 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1028 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	40.36 hp 30.1 kW
Fuel use	2.7 gal/hour 10.2 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	39.77 hp 29.7 kW
Fuel use	2.6 gal/hour 9.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	36.71 hp 27.4 kW
Fuel use	2.8 gal/hour 10.6 l/hour
Gear 3-high used for power test.
Max pull	4569 lbs 2072 kg
Gear 1-high used for pull test.

Photos

Allis Chalmers 160 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Allis Chalmers 160 based on its 40 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)	Medium Duty	Standard utility farm tillage.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	6 ft (72 in)1.8 m	Medium Duty	Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm	Medium Duty	Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙	Medium Duty	Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm)	Medium Duty	Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay.

Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Allis Chalmers 160.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.5 hrs

Approximately 6.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (13.5 gal / 51.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.1 gal/hr (7.9 L/hr)

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)

Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty

Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)

Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)

Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix

Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze

Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours