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

Allis Chalmers T16 tractor photo
1963 - 1964 Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Production
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
4-speed power shift with torque converter
Transmission details ...
Allis Chalmers T16 Power
Engine
135 hp 100.7 kW
Mechanical
Drive
4x4 4WD
Final drives
planetary
Power steering
Hydraulic brakes
Open operator station.
Dimensions & Tires
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
Charging system
generator
Batteries
2
Battery volts
12
References
T16 references literature
T-16 Four-Wheel-Drive-Tractor published in 1962, by Allis Chalmers

Engine

Engine options
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.
T16 Torq-matic power shift with torque converter speeds

Dimensions

Allis Chalmers T16 Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 20.5-25. Rear: 20.5-25
Optional tires (ag)
Front: 23.5-25. Rear: 23.5-25
Dimensions
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

Allis Chalmers T16 tractor photo

Allis Chalmers T16 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Allis Chalmers T16 based on its 135 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)Heavy DutyHeavy 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 DutyWide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep 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 ScaleWide 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 DutyHigh 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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