Allis Chalmers 440

The Allis Chalmers 440 is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers. It is equipped with a 555 ci 9.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 218 hp / 162.6 kW. Transmission: Eaton. Operating weight: 20,230 lbs 9176 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 218 hp / 162.6 kW
Transmission
Eaton
Operating Weight
20,230 lbs 9176 kg

Overview

Allis Chalmers 440 tractor photo
1973 - 1977 Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractorSteiger built Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor Steiger built
Production
Distributor
Allis Chalmers
Manufacturer
Steiger
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Total built
1,033
Original price
$38,179
Allis Chalmers 440 Engine
Cummins 9.1L 8-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
Allis Chalmers 440 Transmission
10-speed
Transmission details ...
Allis Chalmers 440 Power
Engine
218 hp 162.6 kW
Drawbar (claimed)
165 hp 123.0 kW
Plows
7-8
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Final drives
outboard planetary
Steering
articulated hydraulic power
Hydraulic disc brakes
Cab standard. Available air-conditioning.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Pressure
2000 psi 137.9 bar
Valves
3
Pump flow
21 gpm 79.5 lpm
Steering flow
16 gpm 60.6 lpm
Steering press.
1500 psi 103.4 bar
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III/IV
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
20,230 lbs 9176 kg
Front tire
23.1-26
Rear tire
23.1-26
Full dimensions and tires ...

Engine

Engine Detail — 555 ci / 9.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Cummins 555C
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 8-cylinder 32-valve, liquid-cooled V8
Displacement
555 ci 9.1 L
Bore/Stroke
4.625x4.125 inches 117 x 105 mm
Power
218 hp 162.6 kW
Compression
17:1
Rated RPM
2800
Starter type
electric

Transmission

Transmission — Eaton

Transmission
Eaton
Gears
10 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch
cerametallic dry disc

Dimensions

Allis Chalmers 440 Tires
Ag front
23.1-26
Ag rear
23.1-26
Dimensions
Length
228 inches 579 cm
Width
105 inches 266 cm
Height
139 inches 353 cm
Weight
20,230 lbs 9176 kg

Photos

Allis Chalmers 440

Allis Chalmers 440

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Allis Chalmers 440 based on its 218 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)Commercial / Field ScaleLarge acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼Commercial / Field ScaleLarge commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep 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 ScaleWide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)Commercial / Field ScaleHigh-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).
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 440.

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

Allis Chalmers 440 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Allis Chalmers 440.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)218 hp
Kilowatts (kW)162.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)221 PS

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