Allis Chalmers 712
The Allis Chalmers 712 is a tractor produced by Allis Chalmers Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 476 cc 29.1 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 785 to 805 pounds.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
785 to 805 pounds
Overview
![]() | 1974 - 1979
700 SeriesGarden tractor
700 Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Allis Chalmers |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price | $2,400 (1979 shuttle ) |
$2,650 (1979 hydrostatic ) | |
Variants | |
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712S | shuttle-shift |
712H | hydrostatic |
Allis Chalmers 712 Engine | |
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12HP Kohler 476cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Drum brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48.1 inches
122 cm |
Weight | 785 to 805 pounds |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x8.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 45 |
References | |
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Operator's Manual Models 700 Series (1652386) published in 1974 | |
Operator's Manual Models 700 Series (1664443) published in 1978 | |
1974 Buyer's Guide published by Allis-Chalmers | |
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 — 476 cc / 29.1 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler K301 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 476 cc
29.1 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.38x3.25 inches
86 x 83 mm |
Power | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Oil change | 25 h |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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4-speed shuttle | |
hydrostatic |
Transmission — 4 forward and reverse shuttle
Type | shuttle |
Gears | 4 forward and reverse |
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Transmission — infinite forward and reverse belt-driven hydrostatic
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 3 qts
2.8 L |
Oil change | annually |
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Dimensions
Allis Chalmers 712 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x8.50-12 |
23x10.50-12 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48.1 inches
122 cm |
Length | 67 inches
170 cm |
Width | 37.5 inches
95 cm |
Height | 39.3 inches
99 cm |
Shuttle Weight | 785 lbs
356 kg |
Hydro Weight | 805 lbs
365 kg |
Ground clearance | 8 inches
20 cm |
Front tread | 30 inches
76 cm |
Rear tread | 27 inches
68 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" 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. |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Allis Chalmers Lawn Tractors Allis Chalmers 712.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.8 hrs
Approximately 4.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.6 gal/hr (2.4 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 712 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Allis Chalmers Lawn Tractors Allis Chalmers 712.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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