USED ALLIS CHALMERS WD
Overview
This Allis Chalmers WD tractor for sale in Honey Brook, Pennsylvania is available for $5,000 OBO, with the seller reporting that it runs good. The Allis-Chalmers WD was produced from 1948 through 1953 and became a recognized American row-crop tractor known for its four-cylinder 201-cubic-inch engine, mechanical four-speed transmission, and innovative Power Control design.
The exact year and serial number of this tractor have not yet been confirmed, making those important items for a prospective buyer to verify. For collectors, hobby farmers, antique tractor enthusiasts, and buyers searching for a vintage farm tractor in Pennsylvania, this WD offers an opportunity to purchase a running example of one of Allis-Chalmers' best-known classic tractor models. Reasonable offers are being considered.
Available in Honey Brook, Pennsylvania, this Allis Chalmers WD tractor for sale is a classic American row-crop tractor being offered at $5,000 OBO. The seller reports that the tractor runs good and is open to reasonable offers. The exact production year has not yet been confirmed, but the Allis-Chalmers WD model was manufactured from 1948 through 1953.
For buyers looking for an older Allis-Chalmers tractor for a collection, hobby farm, acreage, antique tractor events, light farm use, or restoration and preservation, the WD remains one of the manufacturer's most recognizable models.
Classic Allis-Chalmers WD Tractor for Sale
The WD followed the successful Allis-Chalmers WC and introduced several important improvements for its era. The model became well known for its practical row-crop layout, Allis-Chalmers Power Control system, adjustable rear-wheel design, and straightforward mechanical construction.
Unlike newer tractors filled with electronics and emissions equipment, the WD comes from an era when tractors were designed around relatively simple mechanical systems. That simplicity continues to make the model attractive to collectors, mechanics, smaller farms, and tractor enthusiasts who appreciate vintage agricultural equipment.
This particular tractor is being represented based on the seller's statement that it runs good. No extensive restoration history, recent overhaul information, or major repair documentation has been supplied, so buyers should evaluate its current mechanical and cosmetic condition directly.
201-Cubic-Inch Allis-Chalmers Engine
Factory information for the WD shows a 201-cubic-inch, approximately 3.3-liter, four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine. WD tractors were produced in gasoline and tractor-fuel configurations depending on production year and setup.
The factory engine operated at approximately 1,400 rated RPM, giving the WD the slower-running characteristics associated with many tractors of this period.
Because the serial number and exact configuration of this individual tractor have not yet been supplied, buyers should confirm the engine type, fuel configuration, ignition system, and any modifications that may have been made during its lifetime.
Four-Speed Transmission and 2WD Configuration
The Allis-Chalmers WD was produced as a two-wheel-drive row-crop tractor with a four-speed gear transmission.
One of the notable features associated with the WD was Allis-Chalmers' two-clutch Power Control system. The design allowed an operator to interrupt tractor movement while maintaining power to certain driven equipment, an important advancement for PTO-operated farm machinery during that period.
Exact clutch, PTO, hydraulic, and driveline operation on this tractor should be confirmed during an inspection.
Useful Size for Collectors and Smaller Operations
The WD is large enough to represent a substantial vintage farm tractor while remaining considerably more manageable than modern high-horsepower agricultural machines.
Commonly published factory information lists an approximate tractor weight around 3,500 pounds, depending on configuration, ballast, tires, fluids, and equipment.
Potential uses may include:
Antique tractor collecting
Tractor shows and parades
Hobby farming
Acreage maintenance
Light drawbar work
Vintage PTO-driven equipment
Restoration projects
Farm or agricultural displays
General use where an older mechanical tractor is appropriate
Buyers should match the tractor's capabilities and condition to their intended application before placing it into regular service.
Condition and Seller Representation
The most important condition information currently supplied is straightforward: the seller reports that the tractor runs good.
No claim is being made that the tractor is restored, recently rebuilt, fully serviced, or mechanically perfect.
With a tractor of this age, prospective buyers should inspect items such as:
Engine starting and running condition
Oil pressure
Cooling system
Transmission operation
Clutch operation
PTO operation
Hydraulic operation
Steering play
Brakes
Tires and rims
Electrical system
Fluid leaks
Sheet metal and paint
Hitch configuration
An in-person inspection is encouraged so buyers can determine whether the tractor is appropriate for their intended use.
$5,000 OBO in Honey Brook, Pennsylvania
The current asking price is $5,000 OBO, and the seller has indicated that reasonable offers will be considered.
The tractor is located in Honey Brook, PA, making it accessible to buyers throughout Pennsylvania and the broader Mid-Atlantic region.
Trustworthy Equipment LLC is marketing this tractor on behalf of the seller and can help connect qualified buyers with the appropriate party for additional information or inspection arrangements.
Financing assistance may be available to qualified buyers through independent financing providers when applicable. Transportation assistance may also be available through independent equipment haulers.
Contact Trustworthy Equipment LLC for current availability, additional details, or to discuss making a reasonable offer on this Allis-Chalmers WD.
Specs
The following specifications combine seller-provided information with commonly published manufacturer specifications for this model. Equipment may vary by serial number, production year, options, attachments, modifications, and configuration. Buyers should independently verify all specifications that are important to their purchase.
Manufacturer: Allis-Chalmers
Model: WD
Equipment Type: Row-crop farm tractor
Production Years for WD Model: 1948–1953
Exact Year of This Tractor: Not provided
Drive: 2WD factory configuration
Operator Station: Open station factory configuration
Serial Number: Not provided
Hours: Not provided
Price: $5,000 OBO
Location: Honey Brook, Pennsylvania
Condition: Seller reports tractor runs good
Common factory specifications for the Allis-Chalmers WD include:
Manufacturer: Allis-Chalmers
Engine Type: Four-cylinder
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Displacement: Approximately 201 cubic inches / 3.3 liters
Rated Engine Speed: Approximately 1,400 RPM
Fuel Configurations: Gasoline or tractor fuel depending on production configuration
Bore x Stroke: Approximately 4.00 x 4.00 inches
Actual Engine Configuration: Buyer should verify
Published Nebraska testing for gasoline WD tractors recorded approximately:
Maximum Belt Power: 34.63 HP
Maximum Drawbar Power: 30.23 HP
Actual power from this individual tractor has not been tested or verified.
Drive Configuration: 2WD
Transmission: Four-speed gear
Transmission Type: Non-synchronized mechanical gear transmission
Steering: Factory manual steering configuration
Brakes: Mechanical braking system
Actual operation and any modifications should be verified by the buyer.
Common factory information includes:
Rear PTO: 540 RPM configuration
Power Control: Allis-Chalmers two-clutch Power Control design
Hydraulic System: Open-center factory system
Published Factory Hydraulic Pressure: Approximately 1,200 PSI
Factory Hitch: Allis-Chalmers single-point style arrangement depending on configuration
Many tractors of this age have been modified over the years. Buyers should inspect this particular tractor to determine its current PTO, hydraulic, and hitch configuration.
Commonly published specifications include:
Wheelbase: Approximately 88.1 inches
Base Weight: Approximately 3,500 pounds
Actual Operating Weight: Depends on tires, ballast, fluids, attachments, and modifications
Common factory tire sizing is often listed as:
Front: 5.50-16
Rear: 11-28
Actual tire sizes and remaining tread on this tractor have not been supplied and should be confirmed from the machine.
Commonly published factory information includes:
Fuel Capacity: Approximately 15 gallons
Hydraulic System Capacity: Approximately 1.25 gallons
The original WD electrical configuration was commonly:
Factory Voltage: 6 volt
Factory Ground: Positive ground
Charging System: Generator
Older tractors are frequently converted to 12-volt electrical systems. The current electrical configuration of this tractor has not been supplied and should be verified.
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