Allis Chalmers 5040
The Allis Chalmers 5040 is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers. It is equipped with a 142.8 ci 2.3 L engine. Transmission: partially synchronized. Operating weight: 3850 lbs 1746 kg.
Fuel & Capacities
14.25 gal
53.9 L
Transmission
partially synchronized
Operating Weight
3850 lbs
1746 kg
Overview
![]() | 1976 - 1980
Utility tractorUTB/Universal built
Utility tractor
UTB/Universal built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Allis Chalmers |
Manufacturer | UTB/Universal |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Brasov, Romania | |
Original price | $9,823 |
Allis Chalmers 5040 Engine | |
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Uzina 2.3L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Allis Chalmers 5040 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 40 hp
29.8 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Mechanical band brakes | |
Open operator station. Optional ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 14.25 gal
53.9 L |
Hydraulic system | 4.75 gal
18.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 4.75 gal
18.0 L |
Valves | 1 |
Total flow | 5.75 gpm (early)
21.8 lpm |
6.23 gpm (late)
23.6 lpm | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position control and top-link draft sensing |
Rear lift | 2645 lbs
1199 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | continuous *Early, with three-speed gearbox. |
independent | |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1970 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 74.2 inches
188 cm |
Weight | 3850 lbs
1746 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 30 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Loaders - picking up where the others leave off published in 1979, by Allis Chalmers | |
5040 - 40 Tough Horses At A Very Tender Price published in 1978, by Allis Chalmers |
Engine
Engine Detail — 142.8 ci / 2.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Uzina |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 142.8 ci
2.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.74x4.33 inches
95 x 110 mm |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Air cleaner | dry |
Pre-heating | thermostart |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2400 (early) |
2600 (late) | |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 8.3 qts
7.9 L |
Coolant capacity | 14 qts
13.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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6-speed | |
8-speed | |
12-speed creeper |
Transmission — partially synchronized
Transmission | partially synchronized |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 254mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 19 qts
18.0 L |
Three gears, plus reverse, in two ranges. Synchronized shifting between the top two gears (2/3 and 5/6). Used from 1976 to 1978. | |
With 13.6-28 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — partially synchronized
Transmission | partially synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 279mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 19 qts
18.0 L |
Four gears, plus reverse, in two ranges. Synchronized shifting between the top two gears (3/4 and 7/8). | |
With 13.6-28 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — 12 forward and 3 reverse creeper
Type | creeper |
Gears | 12 forward and 3 reverse |
Adds an additional creeper range to the standard transmission. Creeper was available for either the 3-speed (early) or 4-speed (late) gearbox. On the early transmission, the third gear omitted. | |
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Dimensions
Allis Chalmers 5040 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 13.6-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 74.2 inches
188 cm |
Length | 116 inches
294 cm |
Width | 61 inches
154 cm |
Shipping weight | 3850 lbs
1746 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 18.5 inches
46 cm |
Clearance (rear axle) | 20 inches
50 cm |
Front tread | 51 to 78 inches
129 to 198 cm |
Rear tread | 52 to 75 inches
132 to 190 cm |
Allis Chalmers 5040 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 58.6 inches
148 cm |
Hood | 53 inches
134 cm |
Exhaust | 76.5 inches
194 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Allis Chalmers 5040.
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 5040 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Allis Chalmers 5040.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
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