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Allis Chalmers 608

The Allis Chalmers 608 is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 318 cc 19.44 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 430 lbs*Weight of tractor alone. 195 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.2 gal 8.3 L
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
430 lbs*Weight of tractor alone. 195 kg

Overview

Allis Chalmers 608 tractor photo
1974 - 1979 600 SeriesGarden tractor 600 Series Garden tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Allis Chalmers
Garden tractor
Built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA
Original price was $1,142 in 1979
Variants
Broadmoor 5008
similar Simplicity model
Allis Chalmers 608 Engine
8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
2.2 gal 8.3 L
Engine details ...
Allis Chalmers 608 Transmission
3-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
manual
Disc brakes
Open operator station.
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
45.5 inches 115 cm
Weight
430 lbs 195 kg
Front tire
13-5.00x6
Rear tire
18-8.50x8
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
References
608 references literature
1974 Buyer's Guide published by Allis-Chalmers
Allis-Chalmers Lawn and Garden Equipment published in 1975

Engine

Engine Detail — 318 cc / 19.44 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton 190707
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement
318 cc 19.44 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.00x2.75 inches 76 x 70 mm
Power
8 hp 6.0 kW
Air cleaner
foam
Rated RPM
3600
Idle RPM
1800-3400
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
1.13 qts 1.1 L
Allis Chalmers 608 Engine
Allis Chalmers 608 engine image
Image courtesy of Lance Blais

Transmission

Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear

Type
belt-driven gear
Gears
3 forward and 1 reverse
608 belt-driven gear speeds

Dimensions

Allis Chalmers 608 Tires
Lawn/turf front
13-5.00x6
Lawn/turf rear
18-8.50x8
Dimensions
Wheelbase
45.5 inches 115 cm
Length
62.8 inches 159 cm
Width
34.3 inches 87 cm
Height
39.3 inches 99 cm
Weight
430 lbs*Weight of tractor alone. 195 kg
Ground clearance
5.5 inches 13 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
36" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments.
36" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Allis-Chalmers
3-blade with manual lift
Cutting width
36 inches 91 cm

Photos

Allis Chalmers 608

Allis Chalmers 608

Allis Chalmers 608

Allis Chalmers 608

Allis Chalmers 608

Allis Chalmers 608

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Allis Chalmers Lawn Tractors Allis Chalmers 608.

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 Lawn Tractors Allis Chalmers 608 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Allis Chalmers Lawn Tractors Allis Chalmers 608.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS

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