Compare/UTB/Universal 453 vs UTB/Universal S445

UTB/Universal 453 vs UTB/Universal S445

Verdict: UTB/Universal 453 vs UTB/Universal S445

The UTB/Universal 453 and the UTB/Universal S445 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. UTB/Universal S445 leads on rated power with 42 hp against 40 hp. UTB/Universal S445 is the lighter machine (2,540 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 54.1 L) for longer stints between fills. UTB/Universal 453 is the newer design (1988 vs 1972). In short: choose the UTB/Universal S445 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

Fit score

Best match

Clear

UTB/Universal

Fit score

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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Drive

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crawlerReference

Variants

453DT

4WDReference

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SV445

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narrowReference

S445

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standardReference

SM445

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wide-trackReference

U445

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wheeled tractorReference

Engine

Fuel tank

62.1 LReference

54.1 LReference

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

Air cleaner

oil bathReference

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Compression

17:1Reference

Rated RPM

2400Reference

Torque

146.0 NmReference

151.9 NmReference

Torque RPM

1500Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

23.0 LReference

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Coolant capacity

13.0 LReference

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Starter

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electricReference

Starter power

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3.0 kWReference

Transmission

Gears

12 forward and 3 reverseReference

6 forward and 2 reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

254mm dry discsReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

29.8 kWReference

31.3 kWReference

Type

creeperReference

constant meshReference

Valves

1Reference

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Pump flow

36.7 lpmReference

22.0 lpmReference

Rear Type

II/IReference

Rear lift

1696 kgReference

1202 kgReference

Rear PTO

independentReference

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Rear PTO Type

540Reference

Engine RPM

540@2160Reference

540@1970Reference

Pressure

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170.7 barReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

211 cmReference

131 cmReference

Weight

5765 to 6393 poundsReference

2540 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

290 cmReference

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

Battery volts

12Reference

Battery AH

150Reference

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Speeds

UTB/Universal S445 attachments

UTB/Universal S445 Tracks

SV445 width

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24 cmReference

S445 width

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30 cmReference

SM445 width

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36 cmReference

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.