Allis Chalmers 185 - Horsepower, Weight, Specs, Problems, Price & More
The Allis Chalmers 185 tractor is powered by a Allis-Chalmers 4.9L 6-cyl diesel engine. It has a 4x2 2WD drive configuration and a partial power shift transmission.
Engine
The engine is a 6-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel with a displacement of 301 cubic inches or 4.9 liters. It has a bore/stroke ratio of 3.875x4.25 inches or 98x108 mm and a compression ratio of 16.25:1. The engine is rated at 2200 RPM and has a firing order of 1-5-3-6-2-4. The oil capacity is 11 quarts or 10.4 liters, while the coolant capacity is 17 quarts or 16.1 liters.
Transmission
The transmission is a partial power shift Allis-Chalmers Power Director with 8 forward and 2 reverse gears. The drawbar is tested at 63.82 horsepower or 47.6 kilowatts, while the PTO is tested at 74.87 horsepower or 55.8 kilowatts.
Brakes
The brakes are a combination of differential mechanical band and disc brakes. The Allis-Chalmers diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled engine powers them. The engine has a displacement of 301 cubic inches or 4.9 liters, with a bore/stroke ratio of 3.875x4.25 inches or 98x108 mm and a compression ratio of 16.25:1. The engine is rated at 2200 RPM and has a firing order of 1-5-3-6-2-4. The oil capacity is 11 quarts or 10.4 liters, while the coolant capacity is 17 quarts or 16.1 liters.
Steering
The steering is powered by an Allis-Chalmers 4.9L 6-cylinder diesel engine. It is not specified whether it is power steering or not. However, given the size of the tractor, it is likely that it is power steering.
Common Problems
Users have reported issues with the chassis, which is a 4x2 2WD. The power steering has also been reported to have problems. The differential mechanical band and disc brakes have been known to fail. The cab is an open operator station, which some users have found uncomfortable. The 8-speed partial power shift transmission has also been reported to have issues.
What Users Like
Users appreciate the versatility of the Allis Chalmers 185, which can be used for a variety of tasks. The front tires are 6.50-16, while the rear tires can be 13.6-38, 15.5-38, 18.4-28, or 18.4-30, making it suitable for different terrains and applications.
Allis Chalmers 185 Technical Specifications
Power | |
|---|---|
| Drawbar (tested) | 63.82 hp / 47.6 kW |
| Pto (tested) | 74.87 hp / 55.8 kW |
Engine Detail | |
| Description | Allis-Chalmers diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 301 ci / 4.9 L |
| Bore/stroke | 3.875x4.25 inches / 98 x 108 mm |
| Compression | 16.25:1 |
| Rated Rpm | 2200 |
| Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Oil Capacity | 11 qts / 10.4 L |
| Coolant Capacity | 17 qts / 16.1 L |
Engine | |
| Description | Allis-Chalmers 4.9L 6-cyl diesel |
Transmission | |
| Transmission | Allis-Chalmers Power Director |
| Type | partial power shift |
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Oil Capacity | 27 qts / 25.6 L |
Mechanical | |
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
| Steering | power |
| Brakes | differential mechanical band and disc |
| Cab | Open operator station. Optional two-post ROPS and canopy. |
| Transmission | 8-speed partial power shift |
Tires | |
| Ag Front | 6.50-16 |
| Ag Rear | 13.6-38 15.5-38 18.4-28 18.4-30 |
Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 99.2 inches / 251 cm |
| Length | 158 inches / 401 cm |
| Width | 76.5 inches / 194 cm |
| Clearance (front Axle) | 20.5 inches / 52 cm |
| Clearance (rear Axle) | 32.9 inches / 83 cm |
| Front Tread | 53 to 77 inches / 134 to 195 cm |
| Rear Tread | 58 to 93 inches / 147 to 236 cm |
Dimensions And Tires | |
| Wheelbase | 99.2 inches / 251 cm |
| Weight | 6710 lbs / 3043 kg |
| Front Tire | 7.50-16 |
| Rear Tire | 16.9-28 |
Serial Numbers | |
| Location | Torque housing |
| 1970 | 1001 |
| 1971 | 1952 |
| 1972 | 2935 |
| 1973 | 3763 |
| 1974 | 4961 |
| 1975 | 6542 |
| 1976 | 8292 |
| 1977 | 10003 |
| 1978 | 11631 |
| 1979 | 13160 |
| 1980 | 14672 |
| 1981 | 15648 |
| Final | 15961 |
Capacity | |
| Fuel | 24.6 gal / 93.1 L |
| Hydraulic System | 6.5 gal / 24.6 L |
Hydraulics | |
| Type | open |
| Capacity | 6.5 gal / 24.6 L |
| Valves | 2 |
| Total Flow | 20 gpm / 75.7 lpm |
Tractor Hitch | |
| Rear Type | II |
Electrical | |
| Ground | negative |
| Charging System | alternator |
| Charging Amps | 55 |
Speeds | |
| Description | With 18.4-28 rear tires. |
Power Take Off Pto | |
| Rear Pto | continuous |
| Rear Rpm | 540 / 540/1000 (optional) |
Weight | |
| Operating | 6710 lbs / 3043 kg |
| Ballasted | 8700 lbs / 3946 kg (factory listed)/9400 lbs/4263 kg (Nebraska test) |
Height | |
| Steering Wheel | 76.6 inches / 194 cm |
| Hood | 61.4 inches / 155 cm |
| Exhaust | 95.6 inches / 242 cm |