Allis-Chalmers 608 Specs ( 1974-1979 )
Overview
The Allis-Chalmers 608 is a 318 cc gasoline-powered garden tractor produced in Port Washington, Wisconsin, between 1974 and 1979. This two-wheel-drive model is equipped with an 8 hp Briggs & Stratton engine, a 3-speed gear transmission, and an open operator station.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Configuration:
The tractor features a single-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft Briggs & Stratton engine rated at 8 hp with a 2.2-gallon fuel tank and a 1.13-quart oil capacity.
Transmission and Mechanical Drive:
Equipped with a belt-driven 3-speed gear transmission, the unit provides three forward gears and one reverse gear alongside manual steering and disc brakes.
Physical Dimensions and Attachments:
Measuring 62.8 inches in length and 34.3 inches in width, the 430-lb chassis supports mid-mount mower decks, snowblowers, and blades with a 5.5-inch ground clearance.
Production
| Description | Garden tractor / Built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA / Original price was $1,142 in 1979 |
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| Manufacturer | Allis Chalmers |
Engine
| Description | Image courtesy of Lance Blais |
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| Fuel tank | 2.2 gal (8.3 L) |
| Air cleaner | foam |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.00x2.75 inches (76 x 70 mm) |
| Description | Briggs & Stratton 190707 / gasoline / 1-cylinder / air-cooled vertical-shaft |
| Displacement | 318 cc (19.44 ci) |
| Idle RPM | 1800-3400 |
| Oil capacity | 1.13 qts (1.1 L) |
| Power | 8 hp (6.0 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 3-speed gear |
| Type | belt-driven gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
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| Description | Disc brakes |
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
| Steering | manual |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Lawn/turf front | 13-5.00x6 |
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| Lawn/turf rear | 18-8.50x8 |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 inches (13 cm) |
| Height | 39.3 inches (99 cm) |
| Length | 62.8 inches (159 cm) |
| Weight | 430 lbs*Weight of tractor alone. (195 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 45.5 inches (115 cm) |
| Width | 34.3 inches (87 cm) |
| Front tire | 13-5.00x6 |
| Rear tire | 18-8.50x8 |
| Weight | 430 lbs (195 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 45.5 inches (115 cm) |
Allis Chalmers 608 attachments
| Description | 36" mid-mount mower deck / snowblower / blade |
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References
| Description | 1974 Buyer's Guide published by Allis-Chalmers / Allis-Chalmers Lawn and Garden Equipment published in 1975 |
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Variants
| Broadmoor 5008 | similar Simplicity model |
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