Allis Chalmers 608 LTD
The Allis Chalmers 608 LTD 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: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 81 lbs 36 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.2 gal
8.3 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
81 lbs
36 kg
Overview
![]() | 1980 - 1985
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Allis Chalmers |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $1,929 in 1984 | |
Allis Chalmers 608 LTD Engine | |
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8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.2 gal
8.3 L |
Engine details ... | |
Allis Chalmers 608 LTD Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 45.5 inches
115 cm |
Weight | 502 lbs
227 kg |
Front tire | 13-5.00x6 |
Rear tire | 18-8.50x8 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Links | |
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SimpleTractors.com: information, photos and old advertising literature at SimpleTractors.com |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1980, by Allis-Chalmers | |
600 Series/Sprint/All-in-One published in 1982, by Allis-Chalmers | |
1983 Lawn and Garden Line published by Allis-Chalmers | |
600 & Sprint Series published in 1984, by Allis-Chalmers | |
1984 Lawn and Garden Line published by Allis-Chalmers | |
1985 Lawn and Garden Line published by Allis-Chalmers |
Engine
Engine Detail — 318 cc / 19.44 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 191707 |
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 |
Transmission
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear
Manufacturer | Peerless |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
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608 LTD Transmission Controls | |
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1 | Throttle |
2 | Clutch/brake |
3 | Gear shift |
Dimensions
Allis Chalmers 608 LTD Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 13-5.00x6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 18-8.50x8 |
Dimensions | |
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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 | 502 lbs*Weight with 36-inch mower deck.
227 kg |
Ground clearance | 5.5 inches
13 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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36" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
36" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Allis-Chalmers |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 36 inches
91 cm |
Weight | 81 lbs
36 kg |
Overall width | 46 inches
116 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Allis Chalmers Lawn Tractors Allis Chalmers 608 LTD.
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 LTD Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Allis Chalmers Lawn Tractors Allis Chalmers 608 LTD.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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