Allis Chalmers D17 Overview
The Allis Chalmers D17 was built from 1957 through 1967 as a row-crop tractor. It came in gasoline, LP-gas, and diesel forms, so the engine, cooling capacity, and serial range need to match the actual tractor before you order parts or quote a spec.
The useful starting points are its live 540 rpm PTO, 9.75-gallon open-center hydraulic system, and four serial-number series. Series IV adds a documented 2,000 psi hydraulic rating and an optional Category II hitch, so later-series equipment figures should not be applied automatically to earlier tractors.
Allis Chalmers D17 Quick Answers
- Production yearsThe Allis Chalmers D17 was produced from 1957 through 1967.
- Total productionThe published total-built figure for the D17 is 84,914 tractors.
- EngineThe D17 was offered with three engine configurations: 226 ci gasoline, 226 ci LP-gas, and 262 ci diesel. Confirm the fuel type before using engine values or ordering parts.
- PTO and hitchThe D17 is listed with a live 540 rpm (1.375-inch) rear PTO. The Category II hitch note applies to Series IV, so confirm the actual hitch on earlier tractors.
- Service capacityRecorded capacities include 6 quarts of engine oil and 9.75 gallons of hydraulic capacity. Coolant varies by engine: 14.5 quarts for gasoline and 16 quarts for diesel.
- WeightThe listed operating weight is 4,670 pounds. The separate ballasted figure is 9,395 pounds, so compare like-for-like when planning transport or ballast.
Engine and Power
The D17 engine record separates 226 ci gasoline, 226 ci LP-gas, and 262 ci diesel configurations. Identify the fuel type and serial series before using the matching engine, ignition, or cooling rows.
Gasoline engine
Allis-Chalmers / gasoline / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled vertical I-head
| Displacement | 226 ci 3.7 L |
|---|---|
| Bore Stroke | 4.00x4.50 inches 102 x 114 mm |
| Power | 63 hp 47.0 kW |
| Compression | 7.25:1 |
| Rated Rpm | 1650 |
| Firing Order | 1-2-4-3 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.5 qts 13.7 L |
| Sparkplug Gap | 0.025 inches 0.635 mm |
| Point Gap | 0.022 inches 0.559 mm |
| Intake Valve Clearance | 0.013 inches (hot) 0.330 mm |
| Exhaust Valve Clearance | 0.013 inches (hot) 0.330 mm |
Diesel engine
Allis Chalmers / diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled vertical I-head
| Displacement | 262 ci 4.3 L |
|---|---|
| Bore Stroke | 3.5625x4.375 inches 90 x 111 mm |
| Power | 61 hp 45.5 kW |
| Compression | 15.7:1 |
| Rated Rpm | 1650 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 6 qts 5.7 L |
| Coolant Capacity | 16 qts 15.1 L |
LP-gas engine
Allis-Chalmers / LP gas / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled vertical I-head
| Displacement | 226 ci 3.7 L |
|---|---|
| Bore Stroke | 4.00x4.50 inches 102 x 114 mm |
| Compression | 8.25:1 |
| Rated Rpm | 1650 |
| Firing Order | 1-2-4-3 |
Manufacturer
Manufacture years
Engine
PTO and Hitch
The source record lists a live 540 rpm rear PTO with the standard 1.375-inch shaft. Hitch details need a serial-series check because the Category II note is specific to the Series IV D17.
Rear PTO
Rear PTO type
Rear hitch
Hydraulics
The D17 is listed with an open-center hydraulic system and 9.75-gallon capacity. The 2,000 psi rating, one valve, and 10.5 gpm main-pump total flow are documented for Series IV, so do not treat them as universal figures for all D17 series.
Type
Capacity
Pressure
Pump flow
Total flow
Valves
Fluids, Battery, and Service Facts
The published capacity rows list 6 quarts of engine oil, 9.75 gallons for the hydraulic system, and engine-dependent coolant capacity. The gasoline engine row lists 14.5 quarts of coolant and the diesel row lists 16 quarts; use the matching manual before selecting fluid type, filters, or ignition parts.
Fuel tank
Hydraulic system
Battery volts
Tires and Dimensions
Tire and dimension values can vary by wheel, axle, and configuration.
Weight
Width
Front tire
Rear tire
Ag front
Ag rear
Electrical
Electrical rows are included when documented.
Ground
Charging system
Battery volts
Serial Number Lookup
The serial table separates the D17 into Series I, II, III, and IV. Read the complete tag at the left front of the torque housing, then match the number to its series before using a parts, operator, or service manual.
Configuration-specific values are split out where the same model has documented differences by engine, transmission, or equipment.
1957
1958
1959
1960
- 28200 (Series I)
- 32001 (Series II)
1961
1962
- 38070 (Series II)
- 42001 (Series III)
1963
1964
- 70611 (Series III)
- 75001 (Series IV)
1965
1966
1967
final
- 31625 (Series I)
- 41540 (Series II)
- 72768 (Series III)
- 89213 (Series IV)
Manuals and Documents
Start with the manual that matches the D17's fuel type, series, and serial range. The operator, parts, and test references here help with controls, service categories, parts matching, and configuration-specific performance context.
A D17 manual or report can cover only part of the production run, so check the stated serial range and fuel application before relying on it for service or buying decisions.
Manual
- D17 operator manual: early serial rangeoperation, lubrication, maintenance
Early D17 operator manual reference for tractors through serial 24001, with lubrication, PTO, operating, and service guidance.
Open source - D17 Series IV operator manualoperation, maintenance
Series IV reference for serial 75001 and up, including controls, hydraulic adjustments, Power Director, and Traction Booster topics.
Open source
Parts catalog
- D17 manuals by series and serial rangeparts matching
Reference index for D17 operator, service, and parts manuals. Match the manual to fuel type, series, and serial range first.
Open source
Tractor test report
- Nebraska Test 644: D-17 LPGtested performance
Official 1958 University of Nebraska-Lincoln test report for the LPG D-17 configuration.
Open test report
Parts Checks Before Ordering
Do not order Allis Chalmers D17 parts from the model name alone. Match the part to the tractor's model code, serial range, engine, transmission, PTO setup, and build year before choosing service parts.
Filters, fluids, belts, electrical parts, clutch and PTO parts, and hydraulic parts can vary by setup. Exact part numbers need a parts catalog, manual, or trusted supplier source before they become recommendations.
Accuracy Note
Tractor specifications can vary by year, region, factory configuration, installed equipment, and later repairs. Match serial range, engine, transmission, PTO setup, and model code before ordering parts or doing service work.