Allis Chalmers 185
The Allis-Chalmers 185 was one of the "Crop Hustler" models, designed to pull at higher speeds to cover more acres per hour. It is a row-crop tractor produced from 1970 to 1981 with a 4.9L 6-cylinder diesel engine, 8-speed partial power shift transmission, and power steering. It features a continuous 540 RPM rear PTO with optional 540/1000 RPM, and an open operator station with optional two-post ROPS and canopy. The tractor has a wheelbase of 99.2 inches, weighs 6710 lbs operating, and supports various front and rear tire sizes. Attachments include a 500 Loader with a 2300 lbs lift capacity and 4000 lbs breakout force.
Power83 hp[P]
Founded1970 - 1981
Model185
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Allis Chalmers 185
Power
| PTO (tested) | 74.87 hp (55.8 kW) |
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| Drawbar (tested) | 63.82 hp (47.6 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
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| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.875x4.25 inches (98 x 108 mm) |
| Displacement | 301 ci (4.9 L) |
| Engine model | Allis-Chalmers 4.9L 6-cyl diesel |
| Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Oil capacity | 11 qts (10.4 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 17 qts (16.1 L) |
| Compression ratio | 16.25:1 |
Capacity
| Fuel | 24.6 gal (93.1 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 6.5 gal (24.6 L) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Charging amps | 55 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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| Valves | 2 |
| Capacity | 6.5 gal (24.6 L) |
| Total flow | 20 gpm (75.7 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Differential mechanical band and disc brakes |
| Steering | Power steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station. Optional two-post ROPS and canopy. |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
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| Description | The Allis-Chalmers 185 was one of the "Crop Hustler" models, designed to pull at higher speeds to cover more acres per hour. |
| Total built | 14,961 |
| Original price | $18,891 |
| Years produced | 1970 - 1981 |
Attachments
| Dump angle | 45° dump |
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| Bucket width | 42 inches (106 cm), 60 inches (152 cm) |
| Reach dumped | 27 inches reach (dumped) (68 cm) |
| Lift capacity | 2300 lbs lift (full at pin) (1043 kg) |
| Breakout force | 4000 lbs breakout (1814 kg) |
| Clearance level | 125 inches clearance (level) (317 cm) |
| Clearance dumped | 96 inches clearance (dumped) (243 cm) |
| Front-end loader | 500 Loader |
| Rollback ground line | 30° rollback (ground line) |
Transmission
| Type | partial power shift |
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| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 27 qts (25.6 L) |
| Transmission | Allis-Chalmers Power Director |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | II |
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Serial Numbers
| 1970 | 1001 |
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| 1971 | 1952 |
| 1972 | 2935 |
| 1973 | 3763 |
| 1974 | 4961 |
| 1975 | 6542 |
| 1976 | 8292 |
| 1977 | 10003 |
| 1978 | 11631 |
| 1979 | 13160 |
| 1980 | 14672 |
| 1981 | 15648 |
| Final | 15961 |
| Location | Torque housing |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 76.5 inches (194 cm) |
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| Length | 158 inches (401 cm) |
| Rear tire | 16.9-28 |
| Wheelbase | 99.2 inches (251 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
| Rear tread | 58 to 93 inches (147 to 236 cm) |
| Front tread | 53 to 77 inches (134 to 195 cm) |
| Hood height | 61.4 inches (155 cm) |
| Exhaust height | 95.6 inches (242 cm) |
| Additional tires | 6.50-16, 7.50-20, 9.5L-15, 10.00-16, 13.6-38, 15.5-38, 18.4-28, 18.4-30 |
| Weight ballasted | 8700 lbs (factory listed) (3946 kg) |
| Weight operating | 6710 lbs (3043 kg) |
| Clearance (rear axle) | 32.9 inches (83 cm) |
| Steering wheel height | 76.6 inches (194 cm) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 20.5 inches (52 cm) |
| Weight ballasted Nebraska test | 9400 lbs (4263 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | continuous |
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| Optional PTO | 540/1000 Optional |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
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