Allis Chalmers T16
The Allis Chalmers T16 is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers. It is equipped with a 426 ci 7.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 135 hp / 100.7 kW. Transmission: Allison Torq-matic. Drive type: 4x4 4WD. Operating weight: 16300 lbs 7393 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 135 hp / 100.7 kW
Drive & Traction
4x4 4WD
Transmission
Allison Torq-matic
Operating Weight
16300 lbs
7393 kg
Overview
![]() | 1963 - 1964
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Allis Chalmers |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |
Built in Deerfield, Illinois, USA | |
Total built | 15 |
The Allis-Chalmers T16 was based on the TL16 industrial loader. In field work, the tractor suffered from problems with the engine and transmission. Yellow versions of the tractor were sold through the Allis industrial division as the "Sugar Babe" for use in cane fields as a haulage tractor. | |
Allis Chalmers T16 Transmission | |
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4-speed power shift with torque converter | |
Transmission details ... |
Allis Chalmers T16 Power | |
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Engine | 135 hp
100.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x4 4WD |
Final drives | planetary |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 96 inches
243 cm |
Weight | 16300 lbs
7393 kg |
Front tire | 20.5-25 |
Rear tire | 20.5-25 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | generator |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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T-16 Four-Wheel-Drive-Tractor published in 1962, by Allis Chalmers |
Engine
Engine options | |
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Allis Chalmers 5.6L 4-cyl diesel | |
Allis Chalmers 7.0L 6-cyl diesel |
Engine Detail — 344 ci / 5.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Allis Chalmers 7000 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 344 ci
5.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.437x5.562 inches
113 x 141 mm |
Power | 135 hp
100.7 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 360 lb-ft
488.2 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1650 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 24 |
Engine Detail — 426 ci / 7.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Allis Chalmers |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled, The four-cylinder 7.0L engine was introduced at serial number 1910 due to problems with the original four-cylinder engine. |
Displacement | 426 ci
7.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.25x5.00 inches
108 x 127 mm |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter type | electric |
Transmission
Transmission — Allison Torq-matic
Transmission | Allison Torq-matic |
Type | power shift with torque converter |
Gears | 4 forward and 2 reverse |
With 20.5-25 tires. | |
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Dimensions
Allis Chalmers T16 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 20.5-25. Rear: 20.5-25 |
Optional tires (ag) | Front: 23.5-25. Rear: 23.5-25 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 96 inches
243 cm |
Length | 171.5 inches
435 cm |
Width | 92 inches
233 cm |
Height | 87 inches
220 cm |
Shipping weight | 16300 lbs
7393 kg |
Ground clearance | 17 inches
43 cm |
Front tread | 74.25 inches
188 cm |
Rear tread | 74.25 inches
188 cm |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Allis Chalmers T16 based on its 135 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm) | Heavy Duty | Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼 | Heavy Duty | Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding. |
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 | 15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机 | Heavy Duty | High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP. |
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 T16.
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 T16 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Allis Chalmers T16.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)135 hp
Kilowatts (kW)100.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)136.9 PS
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