The Allis-Chalmers 649-T is a 4.9 L 6-cylinder natural engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 76 kW. It powers generator sets from Cummins/Onan, including the 60.0 DYA 15R and 60.0 DYA 515R. It holds 17 L (4.5 gal) of oil and 25.5 L (6.7 gal) of coolant.
Service parts for the 649-T
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Maintenance schedule
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
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| Air filter | Air Filter | | — | 500 hr | |
| Fuel filter | Fuel Filter | | WF10064 | 500 hr | Amazon eBay PartsGeek $19.97 FridayParts $59.99 |
| Oil filter | Engine Oil Filter | | — | 500 hr | |
| Battery | Battery | | — | 1000 hr | |
| Belt | Drive Belt | | — | 500 hr | |
| Coolant | Coolant | 25.5 litres | — | 1000 hr | |
| Oil | Engine Oil | 17.0 litres | — | 100 hr | |
| Spark plug | Spark Plug | | — | 1000 hr | |
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Common questions
What is the oil capacity of the Allis-Chalmers 649-T?
The Allis-Chalmers 649-T engine has an oil capacity of 17.0 liters.
What is the displacement of the Allis-Chalmers 649-T?
The Allis-Chalmers 649-T has a displacement of 4.9 liters with 6 cylinders.
Which generators use the Allis-Chalmers 649-T engine?
The Allis-Chalmers 649-T powers 2 generator set(s), including Cummins/Onan 60.0 DYA 15R, Cummins/Onan 60.0 DYA 515R.
What fuel filter does the Allis-Chalmers 649-T use?
The Allis-Chalmers 649-T uses fuel filter part numbers Allis-Chalmers 74036711, Allis-Chalmers 4394407, Donaldson P552603.
What air filter does the Allis-Chalmers 649-T use?
The Allis-Chalmers 649-T uses air filter part numbers Allis-Chalmers 264740, Allis-Chalmers 264739, Allis-Chalmers 71181296.
How often should you change the oil in the Allis-Chalmers 649-T?
The Allis-Chalmers 649-T oil change interval is every 100 hours.
What is a common problem with the Allis-Chalmers 649-T engine?
A commonly reported issue on generators using the Allis-Chalmers 649-T is: Overcrank fault lamp lights and engine stops cranking after approximately 75 seconds.. Fix: See engine service manual for troubleshooting fuel system. After correcting fault, reset engine monitor relay by placing Run-Stop/Reset-Remote switch to Stop/Reset position, depressing Reset button, then to the required running position..