Allison 1000 Automatic Transmission

Allison 1000 Transmission Specs & Ratios

The Allison 1000 was first produced in 1999 by Allison Transmissions. In 2001, GM mated the Allison to its new 6.6L Duramax. The Allison 1000 is arguably one of the most desirable automatic transmissions in its category. Its popularity and excellent reputation can be attributed to its strength, reliability, and the technology applied to the transmission. In 2006, the Allison 1000 was converted from a 5 speed to a 6 speed automatic, making the later version a double overdrive. Not without flaws, the Allison suffers from low lubrication to the C3 clutch, while the C1 & C2 clutches are applied off center, causing uneven wear and often premature failure. Regardless, the Allison is a true medium duty transmission with many desirable design characteristics.

Allison 1000 Gear Ratios

2001 - 2005 Model Years, 5 Speed Transmission

Gear

Ratio

1st

3.094 : 1

2nd

1.809 : 1

3rd

1.406 : 1

4th

1.00 : 1

5th

0.711 : 1

Rev

4.48 : 1

2006 - 2019 Model Years, 6 Speed Transmission

Gear

Ratio

1st

3.094 : 1

2nd

1.809 : 1

3rd

1.406 : 1

4th

1.00 : 1

5th

0.711 : 1

6th

0.614 : 1

Rev

4.48 : 1

Allison 1000 Transmission Specs

Transmission:

Allison 1000

Type:

5 & 6 speed automatic transmission (see application breakdown below)

Manufacturer:

Allison Transmission

Production Plant:

Allison Transmission Plant, Baltimore, MD

Predecessor:

General Motors 4L80E

Applications:

2001 - 2005 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 3500 HD (5 speed, w/ 6.6L Duramax diesel)
2001 - 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD (5 speed, w/ 6.6L Duramax diesel)
2006 - 2019 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 3500 HD (6 speed, w/ 6.6L Duramax diesel)
2006 - 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD (6 speed, w/ 6.6L Duramax diesel)

Case Material:

Die cast aluminum

Max Input Torque:

2001 - 2004 models

520 lb-ft

2005 models

565 lb-ft

2006 - 2007 models

650 lb-ft

2008 - 2009 models

660 lb-ft

2010 - 2016 models

765 lb-ft

Max Shift Speed:

3,300 rpm (w/ Duramax diesel)

Weight:

~ 330 lbs dry, 356 lbs with ATF

ATF Type/Spec:

DEXRON-VI automatic transmission fluid
(DEXRON-III was original spec for 2001 - 2005 transmissions but is now defunct)

Transmission Filter P/N:

2001 - 2005 sump filter

GM 29537965

2006 - 2010 sump filter

ACDelco TF920

2011 - 2019 sump filter

GM 29542833

2001 - 2019 external filter

ACDelco TF950, Allison 29539579

Service Intervals:

Replace transmission filter and fluid every 50,000 miles under normal operating conditions or 25,000 miles under "severe" operating conditions

Features:

• Optional PTO provisions
• 5,000 rpm max engine speed input
• Adaptive technology - transmission perceptually optimizes shift schedule
• Double overdrive (2006 MY +)
• Complete electronic transmission shift controls
• Protective "limp mode" integration engages when excessive slippage occurs or transmission loses communication with engine, locking transmission in 3rd gear and disabling upshift/downshift capability