Compare/UTB/Universal 453 vs UTB/Universal 460

UTB/Universal 453 vs UTB/Universal 460

Verdict: UTB/Universal 453 vs UTB/Universal 460

The UTB/Universal 453 and the UTB/Universal 460 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. UTB/Universal 460 leads on rated power with 42 hp against 40 hp. UTB/Universal 460 is the lighter machine (1,859 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 is the newer design (1988 vs 1977). In short: choose the UTB/Universal 460 for outright pulling power, or the UTB/Universal 453 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

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Best match

Clear

UTB/Universal

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Best match

Clear

Rated power

40 hp

42 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

UTB/UniversalReference

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

liquid-cooledReference

Original price

$20,000 (2004)Reference

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Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

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Variants

460

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similar Fiat modelReference

453DT

4WDReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

62.1 LReference

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Engine

33.6 kWReference

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Displacement

2.3 LReference

Bore/Stroke

95 x 110 mmReference

Power

33.6 kWReference

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Fuel system

direct injectionReference

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Air cleaner

oil bathReference

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Compression

17:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2400Reference

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Torque

146.0 NmReference

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Torque RPM

1500Reference

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Starter volts

12Reference

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Oil capacity

23.0 LReference

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Coolant capacity

13.0 LReference

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Drawbar (claimed)

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28.3 kWReference

Transmission

Gears

12 forward and 3 reverseReference

8 forward and 2 reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

29.8 kWReference

31.3 kWReference

Type

creeperReference

gearReference

Valves

1Reference

Pump flow

36.7 lpmReference

21.8 lpmReference

Rear Type

II/IReference

I,IIReference

Rear lift

1696 kgReference

1202 kgReference

Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540Reference

Engine RPM

540@2160Reference

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Hydraulic system

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68.1 LReference

Capacity

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68.1 LReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

211 cmReference

195 cmReference

Weight

5765 to 6393 poundsReference

1859 kgReference

Front tire

6.00-16Reference

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2WD Rear tire

13.6R-28Reference

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2WD Standard tires (ag)

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

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4WD Standard tires (ag)

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

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Length

363 cmReference

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Height

247 cmReference

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2WD Weight

2615 kgReference

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4WD Weight

2899 kgReference

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2WD Front tread

139 to 199 cmReference

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4WD Front tread

140 to 150 cmReference

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Rear tread

140 to 191 cmReference

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Electrical

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Battery volts

12Reference

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Battery AH

150Reference

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Speeds

Capacities

Fuel

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54.1 LReference

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.