Allis Chalmers 170 - Horsepower, Weight, Specs, Problems, Price & More
The Allis Chalmers 170 tractor. It has a 4x2 2WD drive configuration and a two-speed power shift transmission.
Engine
The engine is not specified in the data provided.
Transmission
The transmission is a two-speed power shift type with 8 forward and 2 reverse gears. It has a dry disc clutch and an oil capacity of 24 qts/22.7 L. The transmission is controlled by means of the gear shift lever and the Power Director lever. The tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to select one of four forward gears, or reverse. The Power Director lever has high, low, and neutral positions. The Power Director can be shifted on the move without clutching. Placing the Power Director into neutral causes the tractor to stop while keeping the PTO engaged.
Brakes
The brakes are not specified in the data provided.
Steering
The steering is not specified in the data provided.
Common Problems
Users of the Allis Chalmers 170 have reported issues with the differential mechanical contracting band and disc brakes. Some users have also reported problems with the 8-speed two-speed power shift transmission. The open operator station cab has also been a source of complaints for some users. Additionally, some users have reported issues with the chassis, specifically the 4x2 2WD configuration. Finally, some users have reported problems with the hydraulic power assist steering.
What Users Like
Users of the Allis Chalmers 170 appreciate the versatility of the ag front tires, which can be 6.00x16/6.50x16/7.50x16/7.50x20 (cane)/9.00x10, and the ag rear tires, which are 16.9-28. Additionally, users appreciate the Power Director transmission, which allows for shifting on the move without clutching. The dry disc clutch has also been praised for its durability and reliability. Finally, users appreciate the hydraulic system's capacity and pressure, which allows for the operation of multiple attachments and implements.
Allis Chalmers 170 Technical Specifications
Power | |
|---|---|
| Drawbar (tested) | 47.39 hp/35.3 kW |
| Pto (tested) | 54.12 hp/40.4 kW |
Transmission | |
| Transmission | Power Director |
| Type | two-speed power shift |
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Oil Capacity | 24 qts/22.7 L |
| Description | The transmission is controlled by means of the gear shift lever and the Power Director lever. The tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to select one of four forward gears, or reverse. The Power Director lever has high, low, and neutral positions. The Power Director can be shifted on the move without clutching. Placing the Power Director into neutral causes the tractor to stop while keeping the PTO engaged. |
Mechanical | |
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
| Steering | hydraulic power assist |
| Brakes | differential mechanical contracting band and disc |
| Cab | Open operator station. |
| Transmission | 8-speed two-speed power shift |
Tires | |
| Ag Front | 6.00x16/6.50x16/7.50x16/7.50x20 (cane)/9.00x10 |
| Ag Rear | 16.9-28 |
Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 95.5 inches/242 cm |
| Length | 150.14 inches/381 cm |
| Width | 78 inches/198 cm |
| Ground Clearance | 20.5 inches/52 cm (front axle)/31.2 inches/79 cm (final drive) |
Dimensions And Tires | |
| Wheelbase | 95.5 inches/242 cm |
| Weight | 5720 to 5950 pounds |
| Front Tire | 6.00x16 |
| Rear Tire | 16.9-28 |
Serial Numbers | |
| Location | Front of torque housing flange |
| 1967 | 1005 |
| 1968 | 2721 |
| 1969 | 5374 |
| 1970 | 6369 |
| 1971 | 6988 |
| 1972 | 7797 |
| 1973 | 8821 |
| Final | 10300 |
Capacity | |
| Fuel | 18.5 gal/70.0 L |
| Hydraulic System | 6.5 gal/24.6 L |
Hydraulics | |
| Type | open |
| Capacity | 6.5 gal/24.6 L |
| Pressure | 2000 psi/137.9 bar |
| Valves | 1 |
| Pump Flow | 18.3 gpm/69.3 lpm |
| Steering Flow | 6 gpm/22.7 lpm |
Tractor Hitch | |
| Rear Type | II |
Electrical | |
| Ground | negative |
| Battery Volts | 12 |
| Battery Ah | 60 (gas)/95 (diesel) |
Engines Overview | |
| Description | Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel/Allis Chalmers 3.7L 4-cyl |
Engines | |
| Description | Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel/Allis Chalmers 3.7L 4-cyl |
Speeds | |
| Description | With 16.9x28 rear tires./ |
Power Take Off Pto | |
| Rear Pto | live |
| Rear Rpm | 540 |
Weight | |
| Operating | 5,720 lbs/2594 kg (gas)/5,950 lbs/2698 kg (diesel) |
| Ballasted | 9,160 lbs/4154 kg |
Engine Oil 1 | |
| Oil Capacity | 7 qts/6.6 L |
Engine Oil 2 | |
| Oil Capacity | 6 qts/5.7 L |