Nuffield DM 4 UNIVERSAL FOUR
Built: 1960-1961 · Series: Other models
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The Nuffield DM 4 UNIVERSAL FOUR rolled off the line in 1960-1961 as a tractor. Power comes from a four-cylinder engine; from 3.4 litres it draws 38 kW.
It measures 3.08 m in length. Unladen, it tips the scales at 2,300 kg.
Within the range, rated power spans from 19 to 45 kW; with 38 kW, the DM 4 UNIVERSAL FOUR sits in the upper third. Directly alongside are the Universal 4DM with 37.5 kW below and the 4DM with 41 kW above.
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 38 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 3,402 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,080 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 2,300 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gears | 5correct |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 16.5 kW/t (38 kW / 2.3 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 37% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,240 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Nuffield DM 4 UNIVERSAL FOUR have?
The Nuffield DM 4 UNIVERSAL FOUR delivers 38 kW.
How much does the Nuffield DM 4 UNIVERSAL FOUR weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,300 kg.
What engine does the Nuffield DM 4 UNIVERSAL FOUR have?
4 cylinders, 3,402 cm³ displacement.
When was the Nuffield DM 4 UNIVERSAL FOUR built?
Production years: 1960-1961.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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This page carries 7 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
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