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Allis Chalmers WD45



Allis Chalmers WD45 tractor photo
1953 - 1957
Row-Crop tractor
Series map:
WD45
48.0hp*
*Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Production
ManufacturerAllis Chalmers
Row-Crop tractor
Built in West Allis, Wisconsin, USA
Total built90,382 (total)
 83,536 (gasoline)
 6,509 (diesel)
Original price was $2,400 in 1956
The WD45 was the first Allis-Chalmers tractor available with power steering. The diesel engine became available after Allis-Chalmers acquired Buda, and put the 6BD-230 engine in the tractor. The WD45 is considered by many to be one of the most important tractors built by Allis-Chalmers. At the time, it was the most powerful tractor for its size.
Allis Chalmers WD45 Engines
Allis-Chalmers 3.7L 4-cyl gasoline
Allis-Chalmers 3.7L 4-cyl tractor fuel
Allis-Chalmers 3.7L 4-cyl LP gas
Allis-Chalmers 3.8L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
Allis Chalmers WD45 Transmission
4-speed sliding gear
Transmission details ...
Allis Chalmers WD45 Power
Plows4
Drawbar (tested)39.50 hp
29.5 kW
Belt (tested)44.13 hp
32.9 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steeringmechanical
 power *Power steering became available in 1956.
Mechanical band brakes
Open operator station. Optional Allis-Chalmers Half Cab with windshield and vinyl sides.
Photos
Allis-Chalmers WD45 diesel, right side.
Allis Chalmers WD45 photos...
Capacity
Fuel15 gal
56.8 L
Hydraulic system1.5 gal
5.7 L
Hydraulics
Capacity1.5 gal
5.7 L
Oil type
45oF [7oC]↑ : SAE20W
45oF [7oC]↓ : SAE10W
Tractor hitch
TypeSnap-Coupler
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOlive
Clutch254mm dry disc
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)
Engine RPM548@1400
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase88 inches
223 cm
Weight3995 to 4285 pounds
Front tire5.50-16
Rear tire12-28
Full dimensions and tires ...
WD45 Serial Numbers
Location:left brake housing
1953146607
1954160386
1955190993
1956217992
1957230295

FAQ: How to read a serial number table.
Belt Pulley
Diameter9 inches
22 cm
Width6.5 inches
16 cm
RPM1458
Electrical
Groundpositive
Gas Batteries1
Diesel Batteries2
Battery volts6
Battery AH115
References
WD45 references literature
WD-45 published in 1953, by Allis Chalmers
Dynamic WD-45 Tractor published in 1953, by Allis Chalmers
Operating Instructions WD-45 Diesel (TPL-270C)
Farm Power Facts published in 1954, by Allis Chalmers
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