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Ascot Universal 550 Specs

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Production

Description Built in Brasov, Romania / Original price was $24,000 in 1981
Manufacturer Ascot Universal

Engine

Engine type UTB 3.1L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank 14.2 gal (53.7 L)
Air cleaner oil bath
Bore/Stroke 3.74x4.331 inches (95 x 110 mm)
Compression 17:1
Description UTB / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled
Displacement 190.3 ci (3.1 L)
Fuel system direct injection
Power 55 hp (41.0 kW)
Rated RPM 2400
Starter power 4 hp (3.0 kW)
Starter volts 12
PTO (claimed) 53 hp (39.5 kW)

Transmission

Clutch dry disc / dry disc
Description Four gears (1-4) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (creeper, low, and high). Gears 3 and 4 are synchronized.
Gears 12 forward and 3 reverse / 8 forward and reverse
Type constant mesh / shuttle
Transmission type 12-speed constant mesh / 8-speed shuttle
Transmission type 12-speed constant mesh / 8-speed shuttle

Mechanical

Cab ROPS. Cab optional.
Description Power steering / Dry band brakes
Differential lock mechanical rear
Drive type Two- or four-wheel drive

Hydraulics

Pump flow 10.8 gpm (40.9 lpm)
Type open center
Valves 1

Hitch

Control position and draft control
Rear lift 4630 lbs (2100 kg)
Rear Type II/I

PTO

Rear PTO live
Rear PTO Type 540

Electrical

Battery volts 12
Charging system alternator
Ground negative

Dimensions & Tires

Ag front 7.50-16
Ag rear 18.4-28
Weight 4600 lbs (2086 kg)
Front tire 7.50-16
Rear tire 18.4-28
Weight 4600 lbs (2086 kg)

Speeds

Description With 14.9x28 rear tires. / With 14.9x28 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 15% faster than forward.