Allis Chalmers 220

The Allis Chalmers 220 is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers. It is equipped with a 426 ci 7.0 L engine. The listed engine power is 135.95 hp 101.4 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 11500 to 12160 pounds.

Engine Power

135.95 hp 101.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

51 gal 193.0 L

Transmission

8 forward and 2 reverse

Operating Weight

11500 to 12160 pounds

Overview

	1970 - 1973 Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Allis Chalmers
Row-Crop tractor
Built in West Allis, Wisconsin, USA
Total built	1,865
Original price	$13,436

Allis Chalmers 220 Engine
Allis Chalmers 7.0L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Allis Chalmers 220 Transmission
8-speed sliding gear
Transmission details ...

Allis Chalmers 220 Power
PTO (claimed)	135 hp 100.7 kW
Drawbar (tested)	117.21 hp 87.4 kW
PTO (tested)	135.95 hp 101.4 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Dry disc brakes
Open operator station. QCS cab optional starting in 1972.

Capacity
Fuel	51 gal 193.0 L
Hydraulic system	27 gal 102.2 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	27 gal 102.2 L
Valves	3

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent OptOptional
Rear PTO Type	1000

Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase	100 inches 254 cm
4WD Wheelbase	86.7 inches 220 cm
Weight	11500 to 12160 pounds
Front tire	11.00-16
2WD Rear tire	18.4-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Batteries	2
Battery volts	12

References

Two-Twenty Tractor - the Landhandler published in 1970, by Allis Chalmers
Landhandler Two-Twenty Tractor with Front Wheel Assist published in 1970, by Allis Chalmers

Engine

Engine Detail — 426 ci / 7.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Allis Chalmers 3500
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	426 ci 7.0 L
Bore/Stroke	4.25x5.00 inches 108 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	dry with paper elements
Compression	16:1
Rated RPM	2200
Idle RPM	650-2200
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	21 qts 19.9 L

Transmission

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse sliding gear

Type	sliding gear
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc

Dimensions

Allis Chalmers 220 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 11.00-16. Rear: 18.4-38
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 14.9-24. Rear: 18.4-38
Ag front	7.50-20
Ag rear	34.0-24
	23.1-30
	24.5-32
	18.4-34
	15.5-38

Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase	100 inches 254 cm
4WD Wheelbase	86.7 inches 220 cm
2WD Length	164 inches 416 cm
4WD Length	169 inches 429 cm
Width	96 inches*Width at axle ends. 243 cm
2WD Clearance (front axle)	21 inches 53 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)	14.6 inches 37 cm
Clearance (rear axle)	26 inches 66 cm
Bar rear axle	3.625 inch diameter 92 mm
Front tread	64 to 84 inches 162 to 213 cm
Rear tread	71 to 86 inches 180 to 218 cm

Allis Chalmers 220 Weight
Shipping	11500 lbs 5216 kg
2WD Operating	12160 lbs 5515 kg
Ballasted	20050 lbs 9094 kg

Allis Chalmers 220 Height
Steering wheel	84 inches 213 cm
Hood	70 inches 177 cm
Exhaust	107 inches 271 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1017
Diesel 8-speed 2WD June 17 - 24, 1969 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1017 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	135.95 hp 101.4 kW
Fuel use	8.7 gal/hour 32.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	117.21 hp 87.4 kW
Fuel use	8.7 gal/hour 32.9 l/hour
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull	15,710 lbs 7126 kg
Gear 2 used for pull test.

Photos

Allis-Chalmers 220 with two-wheel drive.

Four-wheel drive Allis-Chalmers 220.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Allis Chalmers 220 based on its 135.95 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)	Heavy Duty	Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼	Heavy Duty	Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙	Commercial / Field Scale	Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机	Heavy Duty	High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.

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 220.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.2 hrs

Approximately 7.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (51 gal / 193.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~7.1 gal/hr (26.8 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