Allis Chalmers

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.

Power135 hp

Founded1963 - 1964

ModelT16

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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

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