Allis Chalmers

Allis Chalmers D17

The Allis Chalmers D17 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1957 to 1967 by Allis Chalmers in West Allis, Wisconsin, USA. It features a 63 hp gasoline engine, an 8-speed partial power shift transmission called Power-Director, and is known for its versatility and reliability. The tractor has a two-wheel drive with manual or optional power steering, mechanical drum brakes, and an open operator station. It supports various attachments including front-end loaders and has a live 540 RPM PTO. The D17 was built in large numbers with over 84,000 units produced, making it a popular choice for farmers during its production years.

Power63 hp

Founded1957 - 1967

ModelD17

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Allis Chalmers D17

Power

Plows	5
Engine power	63 hp (47.0 kW)
Belt (tested)	52.70 hp (39.3 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	48.64 hp (36.3 kW)

Tires

Ag rear	13-28, 14.9-28 (After SN42001)
Ag front	6.00-16

Engine

Power	63 hp (47.0 kW)
Cooling	liquid-cooled vertical I-head
Options	Allis-Chalmers 3.7L 4-cyl gasoline, Allis Chalmers 4.3L 6-cyl diesel, Allis-Chalmers 3.7L 4-cyl LP gas
Starter	electric
Cylinders	4-cylinder
Fuel type	gasoline
Point gap	0.022 inches (0.559 mm)
Rated RPM	1650
Bore/Stroke	4.00x4.50 inches (102 x 114 mm)
Displacement	226 ci (3.7 L)
Firing order	1-2-4-3
Manufacturer	Allis-Chalmers
Sparkplug gap	0.025 inches (0.635 mm)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	14.5 qts (13.7 L)
Compression ratio	7.25:1
Intake valve clearance	0.013 inches (hot) (0.330 mm)

Capacity

Fuel	19 gal (71.9 L), 22.3 gal (LP gas) (84.4 L)
Hydraulic system	9.75 gal (36.9 L)

Dimensions

Width	76.75 inches (194 cm)
Gas Length	140 inches (355 cm)
Rear tread	58 to 92 inches (147 to 233 cm)
Front tread	53 to 79 inches (134 to 200 cm)
Diesel Length	143 inches (363 cm)
Gas Wheelbase	93 inches (236 cm)
Height (hood)	62 inches (157 cm)
Ballasted weight	9395 lbs (4261 kg)
Diesel Wheelbase	95.75 inches (243 cm)
Height (exhaust)	81 inches (205 cm)
Operating weight	4670 lbs (2118 kg)

Electrical

Ground	positive
Battery volts	12
Charging system	generator

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Valves	1
Capacity	9.75 gal (36.9 L)
Pressure	2000 psi (Series IV) (137.9 bar)
Pump flow	1.5 gpm (Traction-Booster) (5.7 lpm)
Total flow	10.5 gpm (main pump Series IV) (39.7 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive	Two-wheel drive
Brakes	Mechanical drum brakes
Steering	manual, power (Optional)
Operator station	Open operator station

Production

Type	Row-Crop tractor
Built in	West Allis, Wisconsin, USA
Total built	84,914 (total)
Diesel built	12,284 (diesel)
Manufacturer	Allis Chalmers
Gasoline built	51,598 (gas)
Original price	$5,400 in 1967
Years produced	1957 - 1967

Attachments

Overview	Allis Chalmers 400 loader, Allis Chalmers 500 loader
400 Loader	2000 lbs lift (full at pin) (907 kg), 4100 lbs breakout (1859 kg), 45° dump, 18.5 inches reach (dumped) (46 cm), 25° rollback (ground line), 90.5 inches clearance (dumped) (229 cm), 114 inches clearance (level) (289 cm), Bucket width: 42 inches (106 cm), 60 inches (152 cm), 80 inches (203 cm)
500 Loader	2300 lbs lift (full at pin) (1043 kg), 4000 lbs breakout (1814 kg), 45° dump, 28 inches reach (dumped) (71 cm), 30° rollback (ground line), 97 inches clearance (dumped) (246 cm), 126 inches clearance (level) (320 cm), Bucket width: 42 inches (106 cm), 60 inches (152 cm)

Transmission

Name	Power-Director
Type	partial power shift
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc (main), wet disc (Power Director)
Oil type	SAE 80 EP
Description	The transmission offers four speeds forward and one reverse. The separate Power-Director hand lever provides an on-the-go shift between direct and a lower drive, plus a neutral position that allows the PTO to continue operation.
Oil capacity	25 qts (23.7 L)

Tractor hitch

Type	Snap-Coupler
Rear Type	II (Category II hitch was optional on the D17 Series IV.)

Serial Numbers

1957	1001 (Series I)
1958	4300 (Series I)
1959	16500 (Series I)
1960	28200 (Series I)
1961	33100 (Series II)
1962	38070 (Series II)
1963	65001 (Series III)
1964	70611 (Series III)
1965	77090 (Series IV)
1966	80533 (Series IV)
1967	86061 (Series IV)
1960 Final	31625 (Series I)
1962 Final	41540 (Series II)
1964 Final	72768 (Series III)
1967 Final	89213 (Series IV)
1960 Series II	32001
1964 Series IV	75001
1962 Series III	42001