John Deere 1450 vs UTB Universal 550
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1450 and the UTB Universal 550 deliver the same power: 55 HP.
- The John Deere 1450 is the more recent model: production started in 1984, versus 1974 for the UTB Universal 550.
- The UTB Universal 550 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2100 kg versus 1202 kg.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1450 | UTB Universal 550 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Production years | 1984–1988 | 1974–1981 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Displacement | 3.1 L | 3.1 L |
| Weight | — | 2 086 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Shuttle |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 9 / 3 | 12 / 3 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 202 kg | 2 100 kg |
| Wheelbase | 210 cm | — |
| Length | 371 cm | — |
| Cab | — | Yes |