Allis Chalmers 616 Special

The Allis Chalmers 616 Special is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 655 cc 40 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: Peerless. Operating weight: 112 lbs 50 kg.

Engine Power

Gasoline (listed): 16 hp / 11.9 kW

Fuel & Capacities

2.2 gal 8.3 L

Transmission

Peerless

Operating Weight

112 lbs 50 kg

Overview

	1981 - 1983 600 Lawn SeriesLawn tractorSimplicity built 600 Lawn Series Lawn tractor Simplicity built

Production
Distributor	Allis Chalmers
Manufacturer	Simplicity
Lawn tractor
Built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA

Allis Chalmers 616 Special Engine
16HP Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	2.2 gal 8.3 L
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Allis Chalmers 616 Special Transmission
5-speed gear
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Disc brakes
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent
Clutch	mechanical idler pulley

Dimensions & Tires
Weight	635 lbs 288 kg
Front tire	13x5.00-6
Rear tire	18x9.50-8
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	39

References

600 Series/Sprint/All-in-One published in 1982, by Allis-Chalmers
1983 Lawn and Garden Line published by Allis-Chalmers
1984 Lawn and Garden Line published by Allis-Chalmers
1985 Lawn and Garden Line published by Allis-Chalmers

Engine

Engine Detail — 655 cc / 40 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 401707
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft horizontally-opposed
Displacement	655 cc 40 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.44x2.16 inches 87 x 55 mm
Power	16 hp 11.9 kW
Rated RPM	3600
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Allis Chalmers 616 Special Engine

Image courtesy of Mark Salamack

Transmission

Transmission — Peerless

Transmission	Peerless
Type	belt-driven gear
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Allis Chalmers 616 Special Tires
Lawn/turf front	13x5.00-6
Lawn/turf rear	18x9.50-8

Dimensions
Length	66.5 inches 168 cm
Width	35.25 inches 89 cm
Height (steering wheel)	40 inches 101 cm
Height (hood)	34.5 inches 87 cm
Weight	635 lbs*Weight with 42-inch mower deck. 288 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
42" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade

42" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Allis Chalmers
	3-blade
Cutting width	42 inches 106 cm
Weight	112 lbs 50 kg
Overall width	57 inches 144 cm
Cut height	1.25 to 3.125 inch 3 to 7 cm

Photos

Allis Chalmers 616 Special

Allis-Chalmers 616 Special with hood and rear fender raised.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Allis Chalmers Lawn Tractors Allis Chalmers 616 Special based on its 16 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm)	Light Duty	Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	4 ft (48 in)1.2 m	Light Duty	Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm	Light Duty	Covers compact tractor tire width.

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 Lawn Tractors Allis Chalmers 616 Special.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.6 hrs

Approximately 2.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.2 gal / 8.3 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3.1 L/hr)

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 616 Special Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)16 hp

Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS

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