Compare/UTB/Universal 350 vs UTB/Universal 453

UTB/Universal 350 vs UTB/Universal 453

Verdict: UTB/Universal 350 vs UTB/Universal 453

The UTB/Universal 350 and the UTB/Universal 453 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. UTB/Universal 453 leads on rated power with 40 hp against 35 hp. UTB/Universal 350 is the lighter machine (3,850 kg vs 5,765 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. UTB/Universal 453 holds more fuel (62.1 L vs 45.0 L) for longer stints between fills. UTB/Universal 453 is the newer design (1988 vs 1984). In short: choose the UTB/Universal 453 for outright pulling power, or the UTB/Universal 350 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Acreage600 acBudgetMain crop / use

Fit & specs

UTB/Universal

Fit score

Best match

Clear

UTB/Universal

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

35 hp

40 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

UTB/UniversalReference

With 14.9x28 rear tores/Reference

Optional creeper adds a third range to the basic transmission.Reference

Final drives

spur gearReference

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Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

Original price

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$20,000 (2004)Reference

Variants

350DTC

4WDReference

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453DT

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4WDReference

Engine

Fuel tank

45.0 LReference

62.1 LReference

Engine

26.1 kWReference

33.6 kWReference

Displacement

2.3 LReference

Bore/Stroke

95 x 110 mmReference

Power

26.1 kWReference

33.6 kWReference

Rated RPM

2200Reference

2400Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Fuel system

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direct injectionReference

Air cleaner

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oil bathReference

Compression

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17:1Reference

Torque

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146.0 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1500Reference

Oil capacity

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23.0 LReference

Coolant capacity

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13.0 LReference

Transmission

Gears

8 forward and 2 reverseReference

12 forward and 3 reverseReference

Clutch

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dry discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Type

partially synchronizedReference

creeperReference

Valves

1Reference

Pump flow

36.7 lpmReference

Rear Type

II/IReference

Rear lift

1202 kgReference

1696 kgReference

Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540Reference

PTO (claimed)

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29.8 kWReference

Engine RPM

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540@2160Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

192 cmReference

211 cmReference

Weight

3850 to 5263 poundsReference

5765 to 6393 poundsReference

Front tire

6.00-16Reference

2WD Rear tire

12.4-28Reference

13.6R-28Reference

2WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 12.4-28Reference

Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 13.6R-28Reference

4WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 7.50-20. Rear: 12.4-28Reference

Front: 7.50-20. Rear: 13.6R-28Reference

Length

295 cmReference

363 cmReference

Height (hood)

135 cmReference

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2WD Weight

1746 kgReference

2615 kgReference

4WD Weight

2387 kgReference

2899 kgReference

Ground clearance

45 cmReference

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2WD Front tread

127 to 195 cmReference

139 to 199 cmReference

4WD Front tread

140 cmReference

140 to 150 cmReference

Rear tread

119 to 190 cmReference

140 to 191 cmReference

Height

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247 cmReference

UTB/Universal 350 attachments

Speeds

Electrical

Charging system

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alternatorReference

Battery volts

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12Reference

Battery AH

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150Reference

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.