Nuffield Universal Four
Built: 1957-1962 · Series: Universal
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The Nuffield Universal Four is a tractor from the Universal series, built in 1957-1962. Under the bonnet works a four-cylinder engine displacing 3.4 litres, producing 38 kW.
Dimensions are 3.08 m by 1.71 m. Empty, it weighs 2,300 kg.
Within the range, rated power spans from 25.6 to 41 kW; with 38 kW, the Universal Four sits in the upper third. Directly alongside are the Universal 4DM with 37.5 kW below and the UNIVERSAL-4 (4 DM) with 40.2 kW above.
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 38 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 3,402 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,080 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,710 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 Universal Four have?
The Nuffield Universal Four delivers 38 kW.
How much does the Nuffield Universal Four weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,300 kg.
What engine does the Nuffield Universal Four have?
4 cylinders, 3,402 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Nuffield Universal Four?
3,080 mm × 1,710 mm.
When was the Nuffield Universal Four built?
Production years: 1957-1962.
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 8 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.
The technical data on this page comes from official vehicle registration records (RDW/Traficom), not from the manufacturer.
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Other models in this series
3
4
DM-4
M-3
M-4
PM-4
UNIVERSAL 3DL
UNIVERSAL 4
UNIVERSAL THREE
UNIVERSAL-3 (3 DL)
UNIVERSAL-4 (4 DM)
Universal
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