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Allis Chalmers 718

Allis Chalmers 718 tractor
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The Allis Chalmers 718 is a garden tractor produced from 1978 to 1979 as part of the 700 Series. It was built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA, and originally sold for $3,275 in 1979. It features an 18 hp Kohler K361 588cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has a 48.1 inch wheelbase, weighs 831 lbs, and uses 16x6.50-8 front and 23x10.50-12 rear lawn/turf tires. It offers a variety of attachments including mid-mount mower decks, blades, and snow blowers. The 718 is equipped with a mid PTO that is independent and manually clutched, and has a sleeve hitch available as an option. Electrical system includes a 12 volt battery and a flywheel alternator charging system.
Allis Chalmers 718garden tractorKohler K361 enginehydrostatic transmissionlawn tractortractor specifications
Power18 hp
Founded42/48" deck
Model718

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Allis Chalmers 718

Engine

Type:gasoline
Model:Kohler K361
Power:18 hp (13.4 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:3.75x3.25 inches (95 x 83 mm)
Displacement:588 cc (35.9 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
Original price:$3,275 in 1979
Production years:1978 - 1979

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery AH:45
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:16
Charging system:flywheel alternator

Mechanical

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

References

Book:Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1979, by Allis-Chalmers
Operator's Manual:Models 700 Series (1664443) published in 1978

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, Cut height: 1.625 to 3.125 inch (4 to 7 cm)
48" mid-mount mower deck:48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, electric lift (Optional), left-discharge

Transmission

Type:belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears:infinite forward and reverse
Oil change:annually

Tractor hitch

Type:sleeve hitch (Optional)

Dimensions & Tires

Width:37.5 inches (95 cm)
Height:39.3 inches (99 cm)
Length:67 inches (170 cm)
Weight:831 lbs (376 kg)
Rear tire: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)
Ground clearance:8 inches (20 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

PTO:independent
Type:Mid PTO
Clutch:manual

Serial Number Location

Location:Serial number plate on the left side of the Allis 718, above the foot rest.