Allis Chalmers

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
Typediesel
ModelPerkins 3.152
Coolingliquid-cooled inline
Starterelectric
Idle RPM725-2475
Cylinders3-cylinder
Rated RPM2250
Air cleanerpaper element
Bore/Stroke3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm)
Compression18.5:1
Displacement152.7 ci (2.5 L)
Oil capacity6.5 qts (6.2 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity8 qts (7.6 L)
Oil change interval75 h
Capacity
Fuel12 gal (45.4 L)
Hydraulic system7.25 gal (27.4 L)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Capacity7.25 gal (27.4 L)
Pressure2300 psi (158.6 bar)
Pump flow6.7 gpm (25.4 lpm)
Total flow13.2 gpm (50.0 lpm)
Steering flow7.5 gpm (28.4 lpm)
Steering pressure1100 psi (75.8 bar)
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesDifferential mechanical dry disc brakes
Power steeringYes
Operator stationOpen operator station. Two-post fixed ROPS available.
Differential lockmechanical rear
Production
TypeUtility tractor
Built inFrance
DistributorAllis Chalmers
Total built499
ManufacturerRenault
Original price$6,934
Transmission
Typepartial synchronized
Gears10 forward and 2 reverse
NotesSix gears, plus reverse, in two ranges. Gears 9 and 10 are synchronized and only available in high range.
Clutch254mm dry disc
Oil capacity29 qts (27.4 L)
Tractor hitch
Controllower-link draft sensing
Rear TypeII
Dimensions & Tires
Width65 inches (165 cm)
Length128 inches (325 cm)
Rear tire14.9-28
Wheelbase79 inches (200 cm)
Front tire6.00-16
Rear tread50 to 78 inches (127 to 198 cm)
Front tread48 to 75 inches (121 to 190 cm)
Height hood53.6 inches (136 cm)
Height exhaust84.2 inches (213 cm)
Weight shipping4250 lbs (1927 kg)
Weight ballasted6070 lbs (2753 kg)
Weight operating4680 lbs (2122 kg)
Clearance (rear axle)21 inches (53 cm)
Height steering wheel62 inches (157 cm)
Clearance (front axle)16 inches (40 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchdry disc
Rear PTOlive
Engine RPM540@2160
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)