John Deere 1830 vs UTB Universal 683

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1830

John Deere 1830

68 HP · 1973–1979

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UTB Universal 683

UTB Universal 683

68 HP · 1994–2004

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1830 and the UTB Universal 683 deliver the same power: 68 HP.
  • The UTB Universal 683 is the more recent model: production started in 1994, versus 1973 for the John Deere 1830.
  • The UTB Universal 683 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2399 kg versus 1428 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1830UTB Universal 683
Power68 HP68 HP
Production years1973–19791994–2004
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders44
Displacement3.6 L3.8 L
Weight2 540 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 412 / 3
Rear lift capacity1 428 kg2 399 kg
Wheelbase217 cm
Length359 cm255 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1830 or the UTB Universal 683?

The John Deere 1830 and the UTB Universal 683 deliver the same power: 68 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1830 or the UTB Universal 683?

The UTB Universal 683 is the more recent model: production started in 1994, versus 1973 for the John Deere 1830.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 1830 or the UTB Universal 683?

The UTB Universal 683 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2399 kg versus 1428 kg.

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