Compare/Allis Chalmers 5045 vs Allis Chalmers FD5

Allis Chalmers 5045 vs Allis Chalmers FD5

Verdict: Allis Chalmers 5045 vs Allis Chalmers FD5

The Allis Chalmers 5045 and the Allis Chalmers FD5 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Allis Chalmers FD5 leads on rated power with 50 hp against 44 hp. Allis Chalmers 5045 is the lighter machine (1,746 kg vs 2,454 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Allis Chalmers 5045 is the newer design (1981 vs 1963). In short: choose the Allis Chalmers FD5 for outright pulling power, or the Allis Chalmers 5045 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs

Allis Chalmers

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Allis Chalmers

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

44 hp

50 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

Allis ChalmersReference

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Manufacturer

FiatReference

Allis ChalmersReference

Four gears, plus reverse, in two ranges. Top two gears (3/4 and 7/8) are synchronized.Reference

Four speeds (1-4) in two ranges.Reference

Original price

$12,558Reference

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Engine

Displacement

2.6 LReference

4.0 LReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Coolant capacity

13.5 LReference

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Engine

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37.3 kWReference

Bore/Stroke

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115 x 130 mmReference

Power

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37.3 kWReference

Rated RPM

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1800Reference

Oil capacity

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25.0 LReference

Transmission

Type

partially synchronizedReference

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Gears

8 forward and 2 reverseReference

8 forward and 4 reverseReference

Clutch

mechanical dry discReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

32.8 kWReference

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Hydraulic system

23.6 LReference

18.0 LReference

Capacity

23.6 LReference

18.0 LReference

Valves

14Reference

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Pump flow

3.8 lpmReference

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Rear Type

II/IReference

IIReference

Control

position control and top-link draft sensingReference

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Rear lift

0 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Rear PTO Type

540Reference

540 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

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540@1080Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

191 cmReference

228 cmReference

Weight

1746 kgReference

2454 kgReference

Front tire

6.00-16Reference

5.50x20Reference

Rear tire

13.6-28Reference

12x38Reference

Ag front

6.00-16Reference

5.50x20Reference

Ag rear

13.6-28Reference

12x38Reference

Length

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329 cmReference

Height

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160 cmReference

Ground clearance

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49 cmReference

5045 Serial Numbers

1981

988501Reference

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Location:

Serial number plate below the steering wheel.Reference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Battery volts

12Reference

6Reference

Batteries

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2Reference

Capacities

Fuel

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70.0 LReference

Diameter

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27 cmReference

Width

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175 cmReference

RPM

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1280Reference

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.