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Allis Chalmers 712

Allis Chalmers 712 tractor
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The Allis Chalmers 712 is a garden tractor produced from 1974 to 1979 as part of the 700 Series. It was built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA. The tractor features a 12 hp Kohler K301 476cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, with a 3-gallon fuel tank. Transmission options include a 4-speed shuttle and a hydrostatic drive. The tractor has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and drum brakes with an open operator station. It offers optional sleeve hitch and an independent mid PTO with manual clutch. Dimensions include a 48.1 inch wheelbase, 67 inch length, and weights ranging from 785 to 805 pounds depending on transmission. Attachments available include 42" and 48" mid-mount mower decks, snowblowers, and blades. The 712 was offered in variants 712S (shuttle-shift) and 712H (hydrostatic).
Allis Chalmers 712garden tractorKohler K301 engine12 hp4-speed shuttlehydrostatic transmissionmower decksnowblowertractor specifications
Power12 hp
Founded42/48" deck
Model712

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Allis Chalmers 712

Engine

Type:gasoline
Model:Kohler K301
Power:12 hp (8.9 kW)
Cooling:air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Starter:electric
Cylinders:1-cylinder
Fuel tank:3 gal (11.4 L)
Rated RPM:3600
Air cleaner:dry
Bore/Stroke:3.38x3.25 inches (86 x 83 mm)
Displacement:476 cc (29.1 ci)
Oil capacity:2 qts (1.9 L)
Starter volts:12
Oil change interval:25 h

Overview

Series:700 Series
Built in:Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA
Category:Garden tractor
Variants:712S shuttle-shift, 712H hydrostatic
Original price:$2,400 (1979 shuttle), $2,650 (1979 hydrostatic)
Production years:1974 - 1979

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery AH:45
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:15
Charging system:flywheel alternator

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Drum brakes
Steering:Manual steering
Operator station:Open operator station

References

Manuals and Guides: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

Attachments

Note:Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments.
42" Blade:front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm)
46" Blade:front-mount, 46 inches width (116 cm), 12 inches lift (30 cm), Angling 30°
36" Snow blower:front-mount, 36 inches width (91 cm)
42" Snow blower:front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm)
42" mid-mount mower deck:42 inches (106 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, electric lift optional, left-discharge
48" mid-mount mower deck:48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, electric lift optional, left-discharge

Transmission

Options:4-speed shuttle, hydrostatic

Hydrostatic

Type:belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears:infinite forward and reverse
Oil type:AC Power Fluid 401
Oil capacity:3 qts (2.8 L)
Oil change interval:annually

4-speed shuttle

Type:shuttle
Gears:4 forward and reverse
Oil type:AC Gear Lube 715 (SAE 90)
Oil capacity:2.25 qts (2.1 L)

Tractor hitch

Type:sleeve hitch
Optional:Yes

Dimensions & Tires

Width:37.5 inches (95 cm)
Height:39.3 inches (99 cm)
Length:67 inches (170 cm)
Rear tire:23x8.50-12, 23x10.50-12
Wheelbase:48.1 inches (122 cm)
Front tire:16x6.50-8
Rear tread:27 inches (68 cm)
Front tread:30 inches (76 cm)
Hydro Weight:805 lbs (365 kg)
Shuttle Weight:785 lbs (356 kg)
Ground clearance:8 inches (20 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:manual
Mid PTO:independent

Serial Number Location

Location:Serial number plate on the left side of the Allis 712, above the foot rest.