Allis-Chalmers 440 Specs ( 1973-1977 )
Overview
The Allis-Chalmers 440 is a four-wheel drive farm tractor produced between 1973 and 1977 with a total of 1,033 units built. This model is powered by a 9.1L Cummins 8-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine rated at 218 hp and features an articulated hydraulic power steering system. Built in Fargo, North Dakota, the tractor weighs 20,230 lbs and was originally priced at $38,179.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Output:
The tractor is equipped with a 555 ci turbocharged V8 diesel engine rated at 2800 RPM, providing a claimed drawbar power of 165 hp and capability for 7-8 plows.
Transmission and Mechanical Configuration:
The drivetrain includes a 10-speed Eaton transmission with a cerametallic dry disc clutch, four-wheel drive, and outboard planetary final drives.
Hydraulic and Hitch Specifications:
The open center hydraulic system provides a 21 gpm pump flow at 2000 psi and supports a Type III/IV rear hitch with three valves.
Production
| Description | Built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA |
|---|---|
| Distributor | Allis Chalmers |
| Drive type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
| Manufacturer | Steiger |
| Original price | $38,179 |
| Total built | 1,033 |
Engine
| Engine type | Cummins 9.1L 8-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Bore/Stroke | 4.625x4.125 inches (117 x 105 mm) |
| Compression | 17:1 |
| Description | Cummins 555C / turbocharged diesel / 8-cylinder 32-valve / liquid-cooled V8 |
| Displacement | 555 ci (9.1 L) |
| Power | 218 hp (162.6 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2800 |
| Starter type | electric |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 165 hp (123.0 kW) |
| Plows | 7-8 |
Transmission
| Clutch | cerametallic dry disc |
|---|---|
| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
| Transmission | Eaton |
| Transmission type | 10-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard. Available air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Description | Hydraulic disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | outboard planetary |
| Steering | articulated hydraulic power |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2000 psi (137.9 bar) |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 21 gpm (79.5 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 16 gpm (60.6 lpm) |
| Steering press. | 1500 psi (103.4 bar) |
| Type | open center |
| Valves | 3 |
Hitch
| Rear Type | III/IV |
|---|
Dimensions & Tires
| Ag front | 23.1-26 |
|---|---|
| Ag rear | 23.1-26 |
| Height | 139 inches (353 cm) |
| Length | 228 inches (579 cm) |
| Weight | 20,230 lbs (9176 kg) |
| Width | 105 inches (266 cm) |
| Front tire | 23.1-26 |
| Rear tire | 23.1-26 |
| Weight | 20,230 lbs (9176 kg) |