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UTB/Universal 523 vs UTB/Universal 550
Verdict: UTB/Universal 523 vs UTB/Universal 550
The UTB/Universal 523 and the UTB/Universal 550 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. UTB/Universal 550 leads on rated power with 53 hp against 52 hp. In short: choose the UTB/Universal 550 for outright pulling power, or the UTB/Universal 523 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
UTB/Universal
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
UTB/Universal
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
52 hp
53 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
UTB/UniversalReference
UTB/UniversalReference
liquid-cooledReference
With 14.9x28 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 15% faster than forward.Reference
Differential lock
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mechanical rearReference
Engine
Engine
38.8 kWReference
41.0 kWReference
Displacement
2.8 LReference
3.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
102 x 115 mmReference
95 x 110 mmReference
Power
38.8 kWReference
41.0 kWReference
Rated RPM
2400Reference
2400Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Fuel tank
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53.7 LReference
Fuel system
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direct injectionReference
Air cleaner
—
oil bathReference
Compression
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17:1Reference
Starter power
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3.0 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
8 forward and reverseReference
8 forward and reverseReference
Transmission
shuttleReference
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Clutch
—
dry discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Pump flow
34.0 lpmReference
40.9 lpmReference
Rear Type
IIReference
II/IReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
liveReference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)Reference
540Reference
PTO (claimed)
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39.5 kWReference
Type
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shuttleReference
Valves
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1Reference
Control
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position and draft controlReference
Rear lift
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2100 kgReference
Dimensions
Front tire
7.50-20Reference
7.50-16Reference
Rear tire
14.9R28Reference
18.4-28Reference
Ag front
7.50-20Reference
7.50-16Reference
Ag rear
14.9R28Reference
18.4-28Reference
Weight
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2086 kgReference
Electrical
Ground
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negativeReference
Charging system
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alternatorReference
Battery volts
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12Reference
Speeds
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.