Allis Chalmers 6080
The Allis Chalmers 6080 is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers. It is equipped with a 200 ci 3.3 L engine. The listed engine power is 83.66 hp 62.4 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 3 reverse. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 6,500 lbs 2948 kg.
Overview
![]() | 1980 - 1985
6000 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
6000 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Allis Chalmers |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in West Allis, Wisconsin, USA | |
Total built | 6,698 |
Original price | $30,000 (1985) |
Allis Chalmers 6080 Engine | |
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Allis Chalmers 3.3L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Allis Chalmers 6080 Transmission | |
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12-speed synchronized | |
Transmission details ... |
Allis Chalmers 6080 Power | |
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Drawbar (tested) | 70.50 hp
52.6 kW |
PTO (tested) | 83.66 hp
62.4 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x2 2WD |
4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional) | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Four-post ROPS canopy. Optional cab and air-conditoning. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 32 gal
121.1 L |
Rear diff. | 37 qts
35.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 11.4 gpm
43.1 lpm |
Total flow | 19 gpm
71.9 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 4,500 lbs
2041 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 96 inches (2WD)
243 cm |
95.3 inches (4WD)
242 cm | |
Weight | 6,500 lbs
2948 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 72 |
Batteries | 1 |
2 (optional) | |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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6080 - 6060 published in 1982, by Allis Chalmers |
Engine
Engine Detail — 200 ci / 3.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Allis Chalmers 433TI |
Configuration | turbocharged intercooled diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 200 ci
3.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.876x4.25 inches
98 x 108 mm |
Air cleaner | paper element with precleaner |
Compression | 14.1:1 (early) |
15.5:1 (late) | |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 10 qts
9.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 17 qts
16.1 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 3 reverse synchronized
Type | synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and 3 reverse |
Oil capacity | 12 qts
11.4 L |
Four gears in three ranges. Synchronized shifting using the clutch. | |
With 18.4x34 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Allis Chalmers 6080 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 (2WD) |
11.2-28 (4WD) | |
Ag rear | 18.4-34 (2WD) |
16.9-34 (4WD) | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 96 inches (2WD)
243 cm |
95.3 inches (4WD)
242 cm | |
Length | 149.5 inches
379 cm |
Width | 73.1 inches
185 cm |
Operating weight | 6,500 lbs (2WD ROPS)
2948 kg |
Ballasted weight | 11,790 lbs
5347 kg |
Ground clearance | 17.6 inches (4WD front axle)
44 cm |
21.1 inches (2WD front axle)
53 cm | |
26.7 inches (rear axle)
67 cm | |
Allis Chalmers 6080 Height | |
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Hood | 69.4 inches
176 cm |
ROPS | 107.7 inches
273 cm |
Cab | 103.2 inches
262 cm |
Exhaust | 110.2 inches
279 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1398 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 2WD
June 8 - 20, 1981
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1398 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 83.66 hp
62.4 kW |
Fuel use | 5.0 gal/hour
18.9 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 74.49 hp
55.5 kW |
Fuel use | 4.7 gal/hour
17.8 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 70.50 hp
52.6 kW |
Fuel use | 4.9 gal/hour
18.5 l/hour |
Gear 4-I used for power test. | |
Max pull | 9,003 lbs
4083 kg |
Gear 1-I used for pull test. | |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Allis Chalmers 6080 based on its 83.66 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙 | Heavy Duty | Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Allis Chalmers 6080.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.4 hrs
Approximately 7.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (32 gal / 121.1 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
Allis Chalmers 6080 Specification Unit Converter
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