Allis Chalmers D272
The Allis Chalmers D272 is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers. It is equipped with a 144 ci 2.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 27.5 hp / 20.5 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 2,060 lbs 934 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 27.5 hp / 20.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
2,060 lbs
934 kg
Overview
![]() | 1957 - 1960
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Allis Chalmers |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Essendine, Lincolnshire, England | |
Allis Chalmers D272 Transmission | |
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3-speed sliding gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Allis Chalmers D272 Power | |
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Engine | 27.5 hp
20.5 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 15 hp
11.2 kW |
Belt (claimed) | 19 hp
14.2 kW |
Plows | 1 (16-inch) |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
Rear PTO Type | 560 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 74 inches
187 cm |
Weight | 2,060 lbs
934 kg |
Front tire | 4.00-15 |
Rear tire | 10-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Engine
Engine options | |
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Allis-Chalmers 2.1L 4-cyl gasoline | |
Perkins 2.4L 3-cyl diesel |
Engine Detail — 125.2 ci / 2.1 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | Allis-Chalmers |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 125.2 ci
2.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.375x3.50 inches
86 x 89 mm |
Compression | 5.75:1 |
Rated RPM | 1650 |
Firing order | 1-2-4-3 |
Oil capacity | 4 qts
3.8 L |
Coolant capacity | 8 qts
7.6 L |
Engine Detail — 144 ci / 2.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Perkins P-3 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 144 ci
2.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.50x5.00 inches
89 x 127 mm |
Power | 27.5 hp
20.5 kW |
Rated RPM | 1900 |
Coolant capacity | 6 qts
5.7 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse sliding gear
Type | sliding gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Allis Chalmers D272 Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.00-15 |
Ag rear | 10-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 74 inches
187 cm |
Length | 110 inches
279 cm |
Height | 63 inches
160 cm |
Weight | 2,060 lbs
934 kg |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Allis Chalmers D272 based on its 27.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
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 D272.
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 D272 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Allis Chalmers D272.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)27.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)20.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)27.9 PS
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