Allis Chalmers 608LT

The Allis Chalmers 608LT is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: Peerless. Operating weight: 490 lbs*Weight with 36-inch mower. 222 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.75 gal 2.8 L
Transmission
Peerless
Operating Weight
490 lbs*Weight with 36-inch mower. 222 kg

Overview

Allis Chalmers 608LT tractor photo
1976 - 1978 Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Allis Chalmers
Lawn tractor
Original price was $1,299 in 1979
The Allis-Chalmers 608LT is the same as the Simplicity 4108.
Allis Chalmers 608LT Engine
8HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
0.75 gal 2.8 L
Engine details ...
Allis Chalmers 608LT Transmission
3-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
44.325 inches 112 cm
Weight
490 lbs 222 kg
Front tire
13x5.00-6
Rear tire
18x8.50-8
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
References
608LT references literature
Allis-Chalmers Lawn and Garden Equipment published in 1975
The Beautiful difference in Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1976, by Allis-Chalmers
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1979, by Allis-Chalmers

Engine

Engine Detail — Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Power
8 hp 6.0 kW
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — Peerless

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

Dimensions

Allis Chalmers 608LT Tires
Lawn/turf front
13x5.00-6
Lawn/turf rear
18x8.50-8
Dimensions
Wheelbase
44.325 inches 112 cm
Length
57.75 inches 146 cm
Height (steering wheel)
36.25 inches 92 cm
Weight
490 lbs*Weight with 36-inch mower. 222 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
30" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
30" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Allis Chalmers
Cutting width
30 inches 76 cm
Overall width
40.25 inches 102 cm
Cut height
1.5 to 3.5 inch 3 to 8 cm

Photos

Allis Chalmers 608LT tractor photo

Allis Chalmers 608LT tractor photo

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

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

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 608LT Specification Unit Converter

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

Converted Equivalents:

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