Allis Chalmers 4W-305
The Allis Chalmers 4W-305 is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers. It is equipped with a 731 ci 12.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 305 hp / 227.4 kW. Transmission: Power Director. Operating weight: 27100 lbs 12292 kg.
Overview
![]() | 1982 - 1985
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Allis Chalmers |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |
Original price | $93,685 |
Allis Chalmers 4W-305 Engine | |
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Allis Chalmers 12.0L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 200 gal
757.0 L |
Engine details ... | |
Allis Chalmers 4W-305 Transmission | |
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20-speed two-speed power shift | |
Transmission details ... |
Allis Chalmers 4W-305 Power | |
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Engine | 305 hp
227.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 250 hp
186.4 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Wet disc brakes | |
Cab standard with air-conditioning. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center load-sensing |
Valves | 3 |
SCV flow | 21 gpm
79.5 lpm |
Total flow | 92 gpm
348.2 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | IV/III OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 (1.75) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 126 inches
320 cm |
Weight | 27100 lbs
12292 kg |
Front tire | 18.4x38 |
Rear tire | 18.4x38 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Engine
Engine Detail — 731 ci / 12.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Allis Chalmers 6120T |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 731 ci
12.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 5.25x5.625 inches
133 x 143 mm |
Power | 305 hp
227.4 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 16.25:1 |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Idle RPM | 950-2580 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 60 qts
56.8 L |
Coolant capacity | 72 qts
68.1 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Power Director
Transmission | Power Director |
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 20 forward and 4 reverse |
With 20.8x38 tires. | |
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Dimensions
Allis Chalmers 4W-305 Tires | |
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Ag front | 18.4x38 |
Ag rear | 18.4x38 |
Ag front | 23.1x30 |
24.5x32 | |
30.5x32 | |
20.8x38 | |
Ag rear | 23.1x30 |
24.5x32 | |
30.5x32 | |
20.8x38 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 126 inches
320 cm |
Length | 285 inches
723 cm |
Height (hood) | 97 inches
246 cm |
Height (cab) | 139 inches
353 cm |
Shipping weight | 27100 lbs
12292 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 25.8 inches
65 cm |
Clearance (rear axle) | 29.9 inches
75 cm |
Front axle | 95.5 inch length
2425 mm |
Front axle | 119.5 inch length
3035 mm |
Rear axle | 95.5 inch length
2425 mm |
Rear axle | 119.5 inch length
3035 mm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Allis Chalmers 4W-305 based on its 305 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁 | Commercial / Field Scale | High horsepower articulated/4WD field plowing. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼 | Commercial / Field Scale | Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations. |
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 | 24 to 36 ft Heavy Duty Field Disc7.3 - 11.0 m 超宽重型整地耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Broad-acre grain tillage for high-drawbar tractors. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m) | Commercial / Field Scale | High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO). |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Allis Chalmers 4W-305.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 12.6 hrs
Approximately 12.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (200 gal / 757.1 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
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