Allis Chalmers WD45 Technical Specifications
Allis Chalmers WD45 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1953 – 1957.
Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Allis Chalmers WD45 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.
Allis Chalmers WD45 Production
| Manufacturer: | |
| Manufacturer | Allis Chalmers |
| Row-Crop tractor | |
| Built in West Allis, Wisconsin, USA | |
| Total built | 90,382 (total) |
| 83,536 (gasoline) | |
| 6,509 (diesel) | |
| Original price was $2,400 in 1956 | |
| The WD45 was the first Allis-Chalmers tractor available with power steering. The diesel engine became available after Allis-Chalmers acquired Buda, and put the 6BD-230 engine in the tractor. The WD45 is considered by many to be one of the most important tractors built by Allis-Chalmers. At the time, it was the most powerful tractor for its size. | |
| Engine: | 39.50 hp 29.5 kW |
| Belt (tested) | 44.13 hp 32.9 kW |
Allis Chalmers WD45 Electrical
| Ground | positive |
| Gas Batteries | 1 |
| Diesel Batteries | 2 |
| Battery volts | 6 |
| Battery AH | 115 |
Allis Chalmers WD45 Mechanical
| Two-wheel drive | |
| Steering | mechanical |
| power *Power steering became available in 1956. | |
| Mechanical band brakes | |
| Open operator station. Optional Allis-Chalmers Half Cab with windshield and vinyl sides. | |
Capacity
| Fuel | 15 gal 56.8 L |
| Hydraulic system | 1.5 gal 5.7 L |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 1.5 gal 5.7 L | ||||
| Oil type |
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Tracktor Hitch
| Type | Snap-Coupler |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | live |
| Clutch | 254mm dry disc |
| Rear RPM | 540 (1.375) |
| Engine RPM | 548@1400 |
Allis Chalmers WD45 Engine detail
| Engine Detail | |
| Allis-Chalmers | |
| gasoline | |
| 4-cylinder | |
| liquid-cooled vertical I-head | |
| Displacement | 226 ci 3.7 L |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.00×4.50 inches 102 x 114 mm |
| Compression | 6.45:1 |
| Rated RPM | 1400 |
| Torque | 288 lb-ft 390.5 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 867 |
| Firing order | 1-2-4-3 |
| Starter volts | 6 |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches 0.762 mm |
| Point gap | 0.020 inches 0.508 mm |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.012 inches*Hot 0.305 mm |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.012 inches*Hot 0.305 mm |
| Engine Oil | |
| Oil capacity | 7 qts 6.6 L |
| Allis Chalmers WD45 Engine | |
Allis Chalmers WD45 Transmission overview
| Type | sliding gear |
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
| Clutch | 178mm wet disc |
| Oil capacity | 17 qts 16.1 L |
| Oil type | SAE 80EP |
Allis Chalmers WD45 Dimensions
| Wheelbase | 88 inches 223 cm |
| Length | 128 inches 325 cm |
| Height (steering wheel) | 68 inches 172 cm |
| Height (exhaust) | 81.5 inches 207 cm |
| Gas Weight | 3995 lbs 1812 kg |
| Diesel Weight | 4285 lbs 1943 kg |
| Ground clearance | 29 inches 73 cm |
| Rear tread | 55.6 to 90.1 inches 141 to 228 cm |
Allis Chalmers WD45 Tests
| Nebraska Tractor Test 499 | |
| Gasoline 4-speed 2WD July 29 – August 10, 1953 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 499 file | |
| Belt power (max) | 43.21 hp 32.2 kW |
| Belt fuel use (max) | 3.8 gal/hour 14.4 l/hour |
| Drawbar performance | |
| Max power | 37.8 hp 28.2 kW |
| Gear 3 used for power test. | |
| Max pull | 5,441 lbs 2468 kg |
| Gear 1 used for pull test. | |
| Nebraska Tractor Test 511 | |||
| Nebraska Tractor Test 511 | |
| Distillate 4-speed 2WD October 26 – 31, 1953 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 511 file | |
| Belt power (max) | 33.01 hp 24.6 kW |
| Belt fuel use (max) | 3.3 gal/hour 12.5 l/hour |
| Drawbar performance | |
| Max power | 29.49 hp 22.0 kW |
| Gear 3 used for power test. | |
| Max pull | 4,634 lbs 2101 kg |
| Gear 1 used for pull test. | |
| Nebraska Tractor Test 512 | |||
| Nebraska Tractor Test 512 | |
| LP gas 4-speed 2WD October 26 – November 4, 1953 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 512 file | |
| Belt power (max) | 44.13 hp 32.9 kW |
| Belt fuel use (max) | 5.0 gal/hour 18.9 l/hour |
| Drawbar performance | |
| Max power | 38.53 hp 28.7 kW |
| Gear 3 used for power test. | |
| Max pull | 5,421 lbs 2458 kg |
| Gear 1 used for pull test. | |
| Nebraska Tractor Test 563 | |||
| Nebraska Tractor Test 563 | |
| Diesel 4-speed 2WD October 4 – 11, 1955 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 563 file | |
| Belt power (max) | 43.29 hp 32.3 kW |
| Belt fuel use (max) | 3.1 gal/hour 11.7 l/hour |
| Drawbar performance | |
| Max power | 39.50 hp 29.5 kW |
| Gear 3 used for power test. | |
| Max pull | 5908 lbs 2679 kg |
| Gear 1 used for pull test. | |
FAQ
Is Allis Chalmers WD45 a good tractor?
The Allis Chalmers WD45 is one of the great tractors in the Allis Chalmers stable, and it has earned Allis Chalmers a fantastic reputation.
How much oil does a Allis Chalmers WD45 take?
Check out the Allis Chalmers WD45 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.
Do tractors have VIN numbers?
Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.
What was the last year Allis Chalmers made the ?
The Allis Chalmers WD45 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1953 – 1957
How much does a Allis Chalmers WD45 tractor weight?
Depending on the engine type, the Allis Chalmers WD45 weight ranges from 3995 to 4285 pounds .
How much can a Allis Chalmers WD45 Pull?
The max pulling capacity of the Allis Chalmers WD45 tractors starts at 5,441 lbs
2468 kg but may be slightly higher depending on the trim.