Allis Chalmers WC: all source data

All 102 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.

Overview

Production
ManufacturerAllis Chalmers
(no label)Row-Crop tractor
(no label)Built in West Allis, Wisconsin, USA
Total built178,202
(no label)The Allis-Chalmers WC was the first tractor tested on rubber tires at Nebraska. The WC was styled in 1938, starting at serial number WC74330. The styled WC featured a rounded radiator and larger tires.
Engine
(no label)Waukesha 3.0L 4-cyl gasoline
(no label)Allis-Chalmers 3.3L 4-cyl distillate
(no label)Allis-Chalmers 3.3L 4-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank15 gal | 56.8 L
Aux. fuel1 gal | 3.8 L
Transmission
(no label)4-speed non-synchronized gear
Power
Drawbar (claimed)12 hp | 8.9 kW
Belt (claimed)21 hp | 15.7 kW
Plows2
Drawbar (tested)18.72 hp | 14.0 kW
Belt (tested)25.45 hp | 19.0 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two-wheel drive
Steeringmanual
(no label)Differential hand-operated mechanical drum brakes
(no label)Open operator station with steel pan seat.
Pto
Rear PTOtransmission
Rear PTO Type535
Dimensions
Weight2700 to 3792 pounds
Front tire24x4
Rear tire40x6
Serial location
(no label)Serial number is on the rear of the Allis-Chalmers WC, stamped into the differential housing.
Belt pulley
Diameter9 inches | 22 cm
Width6.5 inches | 16 cm
RPM1170
Electrical
Charging systemgenerator
Battery volts6
Battery AH95

Engine

Engine options
(no label)Waukesha 3.0L 4-cyl gasoline
(no label)Allis-Chalmers 3.3L 4-cyl distillate
(no label)Allis-Chalmers 3.3L 4-cyl gasoline
Engine detail
(no label)Waukesha
(no label)gasoline
(no label)4-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
(no label)Used on first 25 tractors built
Displacement186 ci | 3.0 L
Bore/Stroke3.625x4.50 inches | 92 x 114 mm
Starter typemanual crank
(no label)Allis-Chalmers
(no label)distillate
(no label)4-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled vertical I-head
(no label)Low-compression engine designed to operate on fuels rated at 30 octane or higher.
Displacement201 ci | 3.3 L
Bore/Stroke4.00x4.00 inches | 102 x 102 mm
Fuel use2.119 gal/hour | 8.0 l/hour
Air cleaneroil bath
Compression4.2:1
Rated RPM1300
Firing order1-2-4-3
Starter typemanual crank
Starter typeelectric
Coolant capacity (Coolant)14 qts | 13.2 L
Sparkplug gap0.030 inches | 0.762 mm
Point gap0.020 inches | 0.508 mm
Intake valve clearance0.010 inches (hot) | 0.254 mm
Exhaust valve clearance0.010 inches (hot) | 0.254 mm
(no label)Allis-Chalmers
(no label)gasoline
(no label)4-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled vertical I-head
Displacement201 ci | 3.3 L
Bore/Stroke4.00x4.00 inches | 102 x 102 mm
Fuel use2.861 gal/hour | 10.8 l/hour
Air cleaneroil bath
Compression5.0:1
Rated RPM1300
Firing order1-2-4-3
Starter typemanual crank
Starter typeelectric
Coolant capacity (Coolant)14 qts | 13.2 L
Sparkplug gap0.030 inches | 0.762 mm
Point gap0.020 inches | 0.508 mm
Intake valve clearance0.010 inches (hot) | 0.254 mm
Exhaust valve clearance0.010 inches (hot) | 0.254 mm
Engine oil
Oil capacity6 qts | 5.7 L
Oil capacity6 qts | 5.7 L

Transmission

Transmission
Typenon-synchronized gear
Gears4 forward and 1 reverse
Oil capacity4 qts | 3.8 L
Oil capacity5 qts (with PTO) | 4.7 L
Oil type32 o F ↑ : SAE140 32 o F ↓ : SAE90 | [0 o C]
(no label)Operated via gearshift lever and foot clutch. Fourth gear was not recommended for tractors equipped with steel wheels.

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front24x4 steel
Ag rear40x6 steel
Ag front5.25-17
Ag rear11.25x24
Dimensions
Length136 inches | 345 cm
Width76 inches | 193 cm
Height63 inches | 160 cm
Ground clearance29 inches (rear axle) | 73 cm
Rear tread65 to 76 inches | 165 to 193 cm
Weight
Shipping2,700 lbs (steel) | 1224 kg
Shipping3,300 lbs (rubber) | 1496 kg
Operating3,190 lbs (steel) | 1446 kg
Operating3,792 lbs (rubber) | 1720 kg
Ballasted4,545 lbs | 2061 kg