Allis Chalmers D17 vs Kubota M5500
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Allis Chalmers D17 and the Kubota M5500 deliver the same power: 63 HP.
- The Kubota M5500 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1957 for the Allis Chalmers D17.
Full specs comparison
| Allis Chalmers D17 | Kubota M5500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 63 HP | 63 HP |
| Production years | 1957–1967 | 1979–1984 |
| Fuel | Propane (LP) | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 3.7 L | 3 L |
| Weight | 2 118 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Partial power shift | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 2 | 16 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 1 496 kg |
| Wheelbase | 236 cm | 198 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Allis Chalmers D17 or the Kubota M5500?
The Allis Chalmers D17 and the Kubota M5500 deliver the same power: 63 HP.
Which is more recent, the Allis Chalmers D17 or the Kubota M5500?
The Kubota M5500 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1957 for the Allis Chalmers D17.

