For Sale: 1949 Chalmers Model 11-20 in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

1949 Allis-Chalmers Model G Tractor

"The Allis-Chalmers Company was a major manufacturer of farming and industrial equipment in the United States for most of the Twentieth Century. Allis-Chalmers was headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with a major tractor factory in nearby West Allis, (a town named for the company). Financial difficulties led to dissolution in 1985. The farm equipment operations were sold to Klockner-Humboldt-Deutz of Germany. Tractor production continued under the Deutz-Allis name until 1989, when management purchased the company to form AGCO." Tractordata.com

For consignment, a 1949 Allis-Chalmers Model G tractor with unknown mileage, however our consignor states there are just five hours on the rebuilt Continental engine.

Exterior
Persian Orange was the distinctive color for Allis-Chalmers line of vehicles, and it covers everything from the tubular frame to the wheels to steering shaft and engine components. Even the metal seat is bathed in orange and it's all in excellent condition as this unit now serves as a show worthy relic. The Allis-Chalmers decals on the sides are crisp and fresh. Up close, the surfaces hint at some former use with metal pitting that's been smoothed by layers of orange paint, but still visible in spots.

Functionality
A steering wheel unique to the G models presents like a � circle, a pie with some slices removed, but fully functional and simple. The metal saddle sits ahead of the gas tank while a foot pedal and levers are easily accessible. The 12-inch front wheels characteristically dwarf in comparison the rears which are 30-inch and the tires show functional differences as well. There is a single headlight in front attached to the steering shaft support and a single tail light in back.

Drivetrain
The tractor is equipped with a rebuilt 62ci four cylinder, bored .020 over and putting out 10 horsepower with a 1-barrel carburetor. It is connected to a 3-speed manual transmission with creeper gear and 6.71 rear axle ratio. Mechanical drums are employed on the rear wheels and rigid suspension is at both ends. The single short exhaust and manifold are the only metal parts in the engine not painted orange.

If you're a suburbanite, you might not be aware of the vast world of tractor collecting and restoration that exists in the United States and elsewhere. Visit any county fair in semi rural areas and you'll soon learn that the variety and detail of tractors is not only as high as an elephant's eye but also full of important historic context. This Allis-Chalmers example was restored about 20 years ago and serves as a three dimensional history lesson. It starts and runs and will come to the new owner with some farming implements including a cultivator.

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