Allis Chalmers 615

The Allis Chalmers 615 is a specialized backhoe loader tractor made from 1966 to 1974. It's a 2WD machine with power steering and a power shuttle transmission. This tractor has 4 forward and 4 reverse gears, making it easy to switch directions while working. Under the hood, the 615 has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine made by Allis Chalmers. The engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, with a displacement of 160.0 ci. It produces 56.9 hp at 2000 rpm, which is enough power for most farm tasks. The tractor has both 540 and 1000 rpm PTO speeds, allowing it to work with different attachments. It also features an open center hydraulic system and an electric starter. The 615 has agricultural tires and mechanical drum brakes for reliable stopping power. With its open operator station and 63-inch height, this tractor is easy to get on and off.

ManufacturerAllis ChalmersPower56.9 hp(42.4 kW)Class40–60 HP tractors →Engine4-cylinderTransmissionPower shuttle
Allis Chalmers 615

Key specifications

Category
Specialized
Engine power
57hp
Transmission
Power shuttle
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Engine Power (hp)

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56.9 hp · 38th

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15
Median 62 hp
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This modelSpecialized tractorsMediann = 55

The 615 ranks at the 38th percentile for engine power among recorded specialized tractors.

Overview

About the Allis Chalmers 615

The Allis Chalmers 615 is a specialized backhoe loader tractor made from 1966 to 1974. It's a 2WD machine with power steering and a power shuttle transmission. This tractor has 4 forward and 4 reverse gears, making it easy to switch directions while working. Under the hood, the 615 has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine made by Allis Chalmers. The engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, with a displacement of 160.0 ci. It produces 56.9 hp at 2000 rpm, which is enough power for most farm tasks. The tractor has both 540 and 1000 rpm PTO speeds, allowing it to work with different attachments. It also features an open center hydraulic system and an electric starter. The 615 has agricultural tires and mechanical drum brakes for reliable stopping power. With its open operator station and 63-inch height, this tractor is easy to get on and off.

Full specifications

Recorded specifications

General

ManufacturerAllis Chalmers
Model615
CategorySpecialized tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built1966–1974

Engine

MakeAllis Chalmers
ModelAllis-Chalmers
Power56.9hp(42.43 kW)
Cylinders4
Displacement160ci(2.62 L)
Bore3.62in(91.95 mm)
Stroke3.62in(91.95 mm)

Transmission

TypePower shuttle
Forward gears4
Reverse gears4

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringPower
BrakesMechanical drum
CabOpen operator station

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Power take-off

PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Height63in(1,600 mm)

Capacities

Cooling system2.5gal(9.46 L)

Closest alternatives

615 compared with the nearest models by horsepower

Among specialized tractors, the Ford 555 and the John Deere 210C are closest to the Allis Chalmers 615 in rated horsepower. The Ford 555 matches it on rated power. It entered production in 1978, 12 years after the 615. The John Deere 210C makes 1.1 hp more. It entered production in 1986, 20 years after the 615.

Allis Chalmers 615 compared with Ford 555 and John Deere 210C
SpecAllis Chalmers 615Ford 555John Deere 210C
Engine power56.9 hp42.4 kW57 hp42.5 kW58 hp43.3 kW
Operating weight-13,757 lb6,240 kg10,494 lb4,760 kg
Weight per hp-241 lb/hp147 kg/kW181 lb/hp110 kg/kW
Displacement160 ci2.62 L201 ci3.29 L239 ci3.92 L
Cylinders434
TransmissionPower shuttleManual-reversing / Torque converterPower shuttle
Drive2WD2WD2WD
Years built1966-19741978-19841986-1995

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Category medians

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Allis Chalmers 615 compared with other Specialized tractors

SpecThis modelSpecialized medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power56.9 hp62 hp-8%38th
Engine Displacement160 ci239 ci-33%37th
Cylinders44at median50th
Forward Gears44at median50th
Height63 in108 in-41%5th

Medians and percentiles are calculated from the specialized tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 43–58 models).

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When was the Allis Chalmers 615 made?

The Allis Chalmers 615 was manufactured from 1966 to 1974.

Which transmission does the Allis Chalmers 615 use?

The Allis Chalmers 615 is equipped with a Power shuttle transmission with 4 forward gears.

What hydraulics does the Allis Chalmers 615 have?

The Allis Chalmers 615 uses an Open center hydraulic system.

What is the engine power output of the Allis Chalmers 615?

Rated engine output for the Allis Chalmers 615 is 56.9 hp, delivered by a 4-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 160 ci.

How do I maintain a Allis Chalmers 615?

Routine service for the Allis Chalmers 615 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.