About the Allis-Chalmers 6080
The Allis-Chalmers 6080 is a four-cylinder diesel row-crop tractor built at West Allis, Wisconsin. Its twelve-speed synchronized transmission, independent 540/1000-rpm PTO, and wet disc brakes made it a versatile field tractor.
Published production period: 1980–1985. Both two-wheel-drive and optional four-wheel-drive tractors were offered, with canopy or cab equipment. Match axle, wheel, and electrical specifications to the actual tractor when selecting parts.
Serial Number Reference
Serial number locations: The tractor serial number is on the right side of the engine adapter housing.
The tables below show the verified beginning tractor serial number for the listed Model 6080 years.
1980–1981
| Model 6080 year |
Beginning serial number |
| 1980 | 1,001 |
| 1981 | 1,152 |
1982–1983
| Model 6080 year |
Beginning serial number |
| 1982 | 3,002 |
| 1983 | 4,567 |
1984–1985
| Model 6080 year |
Beginning serial number |
| 1984 | 5,780 |
| 1985 | 6,853 |
1980–1982
| Model 6080 year |
Beginning serial number |
| 1980 | 1,001 |
| 1981 | 1,152 |
| 1982 | 3,002 |
1983–1985
| Model 6080 year |
Beginning serial number |
| 1983 | 4,567 |
| 1984 | 5,780 |
| 1985 | 6,853 |
1980–1985
| Model 6080 year |
Beginning serial number |
| 1980 | 1,001 |
| 1981 | 1,152 |
| 1982 | 3,002 |
| 1983 | 4,567 |
| 1984 | 5,780 |
| 1985 | 6,853 |
The published final tractor serial number is 7,698.
Allis-Chalmers 6080 Paint Reference
Use the Allis-Chalmers tractor paint guide for restoration color placement.
Allis-Chalmers 6080 paint reference by production period
| Production period |
Metal |
Wheels |
Disc |
Chassis |
Trim |
| 1980–1985 | Corporate Orange | Cloud White | Cloud White, Aluminum | Black Semi-Gloss | Cloud White canopy |
Paint placement can vary by production year and equipment configuration. Confirm against protected original surfaces before restoration.
Model and serial reference: TractorData 6080. Identification and paint references also checked against the AGCO Allis-Chalmers Heritage Catalog.
