Allis-Chalmers introduced the Model C in 1940. It was a two-plow, two-row tractor with a four-cylinder, 125 cid engine, rated at 1,500 rpm. The C featured a three-speed transmission with a rear mounted belt pulley, driven by the power take-off. It was available in row crop dual-front, adjustable front axle, and single-front wheel versions. The Model C proved to be very popular with over 84,000 units built during its 10 year production run. In 1950 the C was replaced by the Model CA. The CA offered 11 per cent more power for the gasoline version. An important new feature was a four-speed transmission. With another field working speed and a faster road gear, the CA was a big improvement over the C. It also had a full line of front-mounted implements which offered good operator visibility. Like the WD45, the CA was a good performer and great value with over 39,500 units built before production ended in 1958.
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