Production years
1960-1968
Allis-Chalmers tractor ยท 1960-1968
Allis-Chalmers D15 Tractor
The Allis-Chalmers D15 is a 40 PTO hp, two-wheel-drive row-crop tractor suited to light and medium farm work. It replaced the D14 and was offered with petrol, LP-gas, or diesel power.
Engine
2.4L 4-cylinder petrol or LP-gas; 2.9L 4-cylinder diesel
Power
40.0 hp PTO claimed; 35.33 hp drawbar tested
Weight, approx.
1,810-1,915 kg
Allis-Chalmers D15 specifications
| Production years | 1960-1968 |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.4L 4-cylinder petrol or LP-gas; 2.9L 4-cylinder diesel |
| Power | 40.0 hp PTO claimed; 35.33 hp drawbar tested |
| Transmission | 8-speed Power Director partial power shift, or 4-speed shuttle |
| Weight, approx. | 1,810-1,915 kg |
| Fuel type | Petrol, LP-gas, or diesel |
| PTO | Live rear 540 rpm |
| Hitch | Snap-Coupler; Category I/II rear hitch |
What the D15 is used for
The D15 is a practical choice for mowing, raking, light tillage, cultivating, and operating modest 540-rpm implements. Its size and power suit small acreage and period-correct farm work.
The Power Director version is especially useful where a lower on-the-move range is helpful. It remains a two-wheel-drive tractor with an open operator station, so it is best matched to level ground and sensible ballast.
Why the Allis-Chalmers D15 stands out
The D15 combines straightforward mechanical design, live PTO, and a useful Power Director transmission option in a compact row-crop package. Petrol, LP-gas, and diesel versions give collectors and working owners distinct choices.
Buying a used Allis-Chalmers D15
Confirm the engine fuel type and test the Power Director through high, low, and neutral under load if fitted. Inspect the Snap-Coupler components, PTO operation, brakes, steering, rear tyre condition, and the torque-housing serial number; verify that the tractor is a farm D15 rather than an industrial D-15.
Allis-Chalmers D15 frequently asked questions
How much PTO power does an Allis-Chalmers D15 have?
The D15 was rated at 40.0 PTO hp; a petrol Nebraska test also recorded 40.00 PTO hp at rated engine speed.
Did the D15 have a live PTO?
Yes. Farm D15 tractors used a live 540-rpm rear PTO.
What engines were available in the D15?
It was offered with a 2.4L four-cylinder petrol engine, a 2.4L four-cylinder LP-gas engine, or a 2.9L four-cylinder diesel.
Specifications are commonly cited figures for general reference; exact figures vary by year and serial number, so confirm against TractorData.com and the machine's records. Used tractor values vary by condition and region. Page updated 19 Sep 2026.