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Nuffield DM-4 Universal vs Nuffield Universal M3

Verdict: Nuffield DM-4 Universal vs Nuffield Universal M3

The Nuffield DM-4 Universal and the Nuffield Universal M3 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Nuffield DM-4 Universal leads on rated power with 45 hp against 38 hp. Nuffield Universal M3 is the lighter machine (2,199 kg vs 2,522 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Nuffield Universal M3 holds more fuel (72.7 L vs 63.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Nuffield DM-4 Universal is the newer design (1950 vs 1948). In short: choose the Nuffield DM-4 Universal for outright pulling power, or the Nuffield Universal M3 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs
Nuffield DM-4 Universal Tractor
Nuffield
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Nuffield Universal M3 Tractor
Nuffield
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
45 hp
38 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
NuffieldReference
NuffieldReference
Gear 1 used for pull test.Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Variants
PM4
gasoline standardReference
DM4
diesel standardReference
PM3V
gasoline tricycleReference
DM3V
diesel tricycleReference
M3
tricycle frontReference
M4
wide frontReference
Engine
Fuel tank
63.6 LReference
72.7 LReference
Engine
33.6 kWReference
28.3 kWReference
Drawbar (claimed)
30.2 kWReference
18.9 kWReference
Belt (claimed)
31.8 kWReference
24.2 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
29.4 kWReference
Displacement
3.4 LReference
3.8 LReference
Bore/Stroke
95 x 120 mmReference
100 x 120 mmReference
Power
33.6 kWReference
28.3 kWReference
Fuel system
direct injectionReference
Air cleaner
oil bathReference
oil bathReference
Compression
16.5:1Reference
Rated RPM
2000Reference
2000Reference
Torque
302.8 NmReference
187.1 NmReference
Torque RPM
1329Reference
1000Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
8.5 LReference
47.7 LReference
Coolant capacity
15.3 LReference
18.2 LReference
Power at rated engine speed
33.8 kWReference
Max power
29.4 kWReference
Aux. fuel
27.3 LReference
Idle RPM
600-2000Reference
Transmission
Type
gearReference
gearReference
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverseReference
5 forward and 1 reverseReference
Clutch
280mm dry discReference
280mm mechanical dry discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (tested)
33.8 kWReference
Rear Type
IReference
IReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM
528@1400Reference
527@1400Reference
Pressure
69.0 barReference
Rear lift
1678 kgReference
Rear PTO
transmissionReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
198 cmReference
210 cmReference
Weight
2522 kgReference
2199 kgReference
Front tire
6.00-16Reference
9.00-10Reference
Rear tire
11.00-36Reference
11.00-36Reference
Ag front
7.50-18Reference
9.00-10Reference
Ag rear
9.00-36Reference
9.00-36Reference
Length
309 cmReference
320 cmReference
Height (hood)
151 cmReference
156 cmReference
Height (exhaust)
204 cmReference
210 cmReference
Operating weight
2522 kgReference
2199 kgReference
Ballasted weight
3686 kgReference
Ground clearance
53 cmReference
Clearance (front axle)
43 cmReference
Clearance (drawbar)
54 cmReference
Front tread
134 to 180 cmReference
Rear tread
135 to 224 cmReference
134 to 223 cmReference
Width
210 cmReference
Clearance (rear axle)
58 cmReference
Test results
Fuel use
11.4 l/hourReference
Max pull
2436 kgReference
Capacities
Diameter
26 cmReference
RPM
1039Reference
Speed
884.53 meters/minReference

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.

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