Allis Chalmers D12

The Allis Chalmers D12 is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers. It is equipped with a 149 ci 2.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 31 hp / 23.1 kW. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 2,800 lbs 1270 kg.

Engine Power

Gasoline (listed): 31 hp / 23.1 kW

Fuel & Capacities

Gasoline

Transmission

4 forward and 1 reverse

Operating Weight

2,800 lbs 1270 kg

Overview

	1959 - 1968 D SeriesRow-Crop tractor D Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Allis Chalmers
Row-Crop tractor
Built in West Allis, Wisconsin, USA
Original price	$3,522 (1968)

Variants
D12 High Clearance	cultivation tractor
D10	single-row tractor

Allis Chalmers D12 Transmission
4-speed sliding gear
Transmission details ...

Allis Chalmers D12 Power
Engine	31 hp 23.1 kW
Drawbar (claimed)	25.75 hp 19.2 kW
PTO (claimed)	30 hp 22.4 kW
Drawbar (tested)	29.43 hp 21.9 kW
PTO (tested)	33.32 hp 24.8 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Open operator station.

Hydraulics
Type	live
Valves	1 or 2

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I
Type	Snap-Couple

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type	540

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	78.75 inches 200 cm
Weight	2,800 lbs 1270 kg
Front tire	5.00x15
Rear tire	10x24
Full dimensions and tires ...

Belt Pulley
RPM	1220
Speed	2556 ft/min 779.07 meters/min

References

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Engine

Engine options
Allis-Chalmers 2.3L 4-cyl gasoline
Allis-Chalmers 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline

Engine Detail — 138.7 ci / 2.3 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Allis-Chalmers
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical L-head
Original engine, used until 149 ci engine appeared in 1961.
Displacement	138.7 ci 2.3 L
Bore/Stroke	3.375x3.875 inches 86 x 98 mm
Power	31 hp 23.1 kW
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	7.75:1
Rated RPM	1650
Starter volts	6
Oil capacity	4 qts 3.8 L
Coolant capacity	8 qts 7.6 L

Engine Detail — 149 ci / 2.4 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Allis-Chalmers
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
The larger, 149 cubic inch, engine was introduced on the D12 at serial number 3001 in 1961.
Displacement	149 ci 2.4 L
Bore/Stroke	3.50x3.875 inches 89 x 98 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	7.5:1
Rated RPM	1650
Firing order	1-2-4-3

Transmission

Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse sliding gear

Type	sliding gear
Gears	4 forward and 1 reverse
Allis D12 with 10x24 rear tires.

Dimensions

Allis Chalmers D12 Tires
Ag front	5.00x15
Ag rear	10x24
Ag rear	11x24

Dimensions
Wheelbase	78.75 inches 200 cm
Length	121 inches 307 cm
Height (hood)	52.5 inches 133 cm
Height (exhaust)	76.5 inches 194 cm
Shipping weight	2,800 lbs 1270 kg
Ballasted weight	5,630 lbs 2553 kg
Clearance (front axle)	20.25 inches 51 cm
Clearance (rear axle)	22.25 inches 56 cm
Front tread	49.3 to 80 inches 125 to 203 cm
Rear tread	52 to 79.25 inches 132 to 201 cm

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 723: 138 gasoline 4-speed 2WD
NTTL 813: 149 gasoline 4-speed 2WD

Nebraska Tractor Test 723
138 gasoline 4-speed 2WD October 13 - 20, 1959 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 723 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	28.56 hp 21.3 kW
Fuel use	2.3 gal/hour 8.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	23.56 hp 17.6 kW
Fuel use	2.2 gal/hour 8.3 l/hour
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull	4,041 lbs 1832 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 813
149 gasoline 4-speed 2WD April 4 - 19, 1962 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 813 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	33.32 hp 24.8 kW
Fuel use	2.7 gal/hour 10.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	29.43 hp 21.9 kW
Fuel use	2.8 gal/hour 10.6 l/hour
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull	4,241 lbs 1923 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Photos

Allis Chalmers D12

Allis-Chalmers D12 operator station and controls.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Allis Chalmers D12 based on its 31 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)	Medium Duty	Standard utility farm tillage.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	5 ft (60 in)1.5 m	Medium Duty	Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm	Medium Duty	Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片)	Light Duty	Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration.

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 D12.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.7 hrs

Approximately 1.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.8 gal / 10.6 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.6 gal/hr (6.1 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