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Allis Chalmers T16

The Allis Chalmers T16 is a four-wheel drive tractor produced from 1963 to 1964. It was based on the TL16 industrial loader and built in Deerfield, Illinois, USA. Only 15 units were built. The tractor had issues with its engine and transmission in field work. Yellow versions were sold as the "Sugar Babe" for use in cane fields as a haulage tractor. It features a 135 hp engine, Allison Torq-matic 4-speed power shift transmission with torque converter, and an open operator station. The tractor has a wheelbase of 96 inches and weighs 16,300 lbs.
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Power135 hp
Founded1963 - 1964
ModelT16

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Allis Chalmers T16

Power

Engine power:135 hp (100.7 kW)

Tires

Optional tires (ag):Front: 23.5-25, Rear: 23.5-25
Standard tires (ag):Front: 20.5-25, Rear: 20.5-25

Engine

Fuel tank:75 gal (283.9 L)
Engine options:Allis Chalmers 5.6L 4-cyl diesel, Allis Chalmers 7.0L 6-cyl diesel
Details 5.6L 4-cyl:Allis Chalmers 7000 turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, Displacement 344 ci (5.6 L), Bore/Stroke 4.437x5.562 inches (113 x 141 mm), Power 135 hp (100.7 kW), Air cleaner dry, Rated RPM 2200, Torque 360 lb-ft (488.2 Nm), Torque RPM 1650, Starter electric, Starter volts 24
Details 7.0L 6-cyl:Allis Chalmers turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled, Displacement 426 ci (7.0 L), Bore/Stroke 4.25x5.00 inches (108 x 127 mm), Rated RPM 2200, Starter type electric, The four-cylinder 7.0L engine was introduced at serial number 1910 due to problems with the original four-cylinder engine.

Dimensions

Width:92 inches (233 cm)
Height:87 inches (220 cm)
Length:171.5 inches (435 cm)
Wheelbase:96 inches (243 cm)
Rear tread:74.25 inches (188 cm)
Front tread:74.25 inches (188 cm)
Shipping weight:16300 lbs (7393 kg)
Ground clearance:17 inches (43 cm)

Electrical

Batteries:2
Battery volts:12
Charging system:generator

Mechanical

Drive:4x4 4WD
Final drives:planetary
Power steering:Yes
Hydraulic brakes:Yes
Operator station:Open

Production

Type:Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Notes:The Allis-Chalmers T16 was based on the TL16 industrial loader. In field work, the tractor suffered from problems with the engine and transmission. Yellow versions of the tractor were sold through the Allis industrial division as the "Sugar Babe" for use in cane fields as a haulage tractor.
Built in:Deerfield, Illinois, USA
Total built:15
Years produced:1963 - 1964

References

Reference:T-16 Four-Wheel-Drive-Tractor published in 1962, by Allis Chalmers

Transmission

Type:Allison Torq-matic power shift with torque converter
Gears:4 forward and 2 reverse