Allis Chalmers 6040
The Allis Chalmers 6040 is a utility tractor built by Renault from 1974 to 1975. It features a Perkins 2.5L 3-cylinder diesel engine and a 10-speed partial synchronized transmission. The tractor has a drawbar power of about 36.7 hp and PTO power of 40.36 hp. It is a two-wheel drive tractor with mechanical rear differential lock and power steering. The 6040 has an open operator station with an optional two-post fixed ROPS. It was built in France with a total production of 499 units and originally priced at $6,934. The tractor has a rear live PTO with a dry disc clutch and a 540 rpm PTO speed at 2160 engine RPM. Dimensions include a 79 inch wheelbase, 128 inch length, and weights ranging from 4250 to 4680 pounds operating weight. The hydraulic system is open center with a capacity of 7.25 gallons and a pressure of 2300 psi. Tires are 6.00-16 front and 14.9-28 rear. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground and alternator charging.
Power44 hp[P]
Founded1974 - 1975
Model6040
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Allis Chalmers 6040
Power
| PTO (tested) | 40.36 hp (30.1 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 40.36 hp (30.1 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 36.71 hp (27.4 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 36.7 hp (27.4 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Perkins 3.152 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled inline |
| Starter | electric |
| Idle RPM | 725-2475 |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2250 |
| Air cleaner | paper element |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 18.5:1 |
| Displacement | 152.7 ci (2.5 L) |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 qts (6.2 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 8 qts (7.6 L) |
| Oil change interval | 75 h |
Capacity
| Fuel | 12 gal (45.4 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 7.25 gal (27.4 L) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 7.25 gal (27.4 L) |
| Pressure | 2300 psi (158.6 bar) |
| Pump flow | 6.7 gpm (25.4 lpm) |
| Total flow | 13.2 gpm (50.0 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 7.5 gpm (28.4 lpm) |
| Steering pressure | 1100 psi (75.8 bar) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Differential mechanical dry disc brakes |
| Power steering | Yes |
| Operator station | Open operator station. Two-post fixed ROPS available. |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | France |
| Distributor | Allis Chalmers |
| Total built | 499 |
| Manufacturer | Renault |
| Original price | $6,934 |
Transmission
| Type | partial synchronized |
|---|---|
| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
| Notes | Six gears, plus reverse, in two ranges. Gears 9 and 10 are synchronized and only available in high range. |
| Clutch | 254mm dry disc |
| Oil capacity | 29 qts (27.4 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Control | lower-link draft sensing |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 65 inches (165 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 128 inches (325 cm) |
| Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
| Wheelbase | 79 inches (200 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
| Rear tread | 50 to 78 inches (127 to 198 cm) |
| Front tread | 48 to 75 inches (121 to 190 cm) |
| Height hood | 53.6 inches (136 cm) |
| Height exhaust | 84.2 inches (213 cm) |
| Weight shipping | 4250 lbs (1927 kg) |
| Weight ballasted | 6070 lbs (2753 kg) |
| Weight operating | 4680 lbs (2122 kg) |
| Clearance (rear axle) | 21 inches (53 cm) |
| Height steering wheel | 62 inches (157 cm) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 16 inches (40 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | live |
| Engine RPM | 540@2160 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
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