Allis Chalmers

Allis Chalmers HD21

The Allis Chalmers HD21 is an agricultural crawler tractor produced from 1954 to 1965. It features a powerful 13.8L 6-cylinder supercharged diesel engine delivering 225 hp, coupled with a 2-speed torque converter transmission. Built in Springfield, Illinois, USA, the HD21 is designed for heavy-duty farming tasks with a crawler drive, contracting band brakes, and an open operator station. It weighs 45,500 lbs and measures 198 inches in length and 99 inches in height. The tractor's fuel tank capacity is 135 gallons, and it has a coolant capacity of 80 quarts. The HD21 is known for its robust construction and reliable performance in agricultural applications.
Power225 hp
Founded1954 - 1965
ModelHD21

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Allis Chalmers HD21

Power
Engine225 hp (167.8 kW)
Drawbar (tested)135.12 hp (100.8 kW)
Engine
Typesupercharged diesel
ModelAllis-Chalmers 13.8L 6-cyl diesel
Power225 hp (167.8 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled vertical I-head
Cylinders6-cylinder
Fuel tank135 gal (511.0 L)
Rated RPM1800
Air cleaneroil bath
Bore/Stroke5.25x6.50 inches (133 x 165 mm)
Compression13.3:1
Displacement844 ci (13.8 L)
Starter volts24
Coolant capacity80 qts (75.7 L)
Dimensions
Height99 inches (251 cm)
Length198 inches (502 cm)
Weight45500 lbs (20638 kg)
Mechanical
Drivecrawler
BrakesContracting band brakes
Operator stationOpen operator station.
Production
TypeAgricultural Crawler tractor
Built inSpringfield, Illinois, USA
Years made1954 - 1965
ManufacturerAllis Chalmers
References
ReferenceEngineering-in-Action published in 1956, by Allis Chalmers
Transmission
Typetorque converter
Gears2 forward and 1 reverse
Speeds2-speed torque converter
HD21 Serial Numbers
LocationSteering clutch housing or instrument panel