Ascot Universal 550

The Ascot Universal 550 is a tractor produced by Ascot Universal. It is equipped with a 190.3 ci 3.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 55 hp / 41.0 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 4600 lbs 2086 kg.

Overview

Note: the Ascot Universal model 550 is the same as the UTB/Universal 550. The following data is from the 550 listing.

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

Ascot Universal 550 Engine
UTB 3.1L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	14.2 gal 53.7 L
Engine details ...

Ascot Universal 550 Power
Engine	55 hp 41.0 kW
PTO (claimed)	53 hp 39.5 kW

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock	mechanical rear
Power steering
Dry band brakes
ROPS. Cab optional.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Valves	1
Pump flow	10.8 gpm 40.9 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II/I
Control	position and draft control
Rear lift	4630 lbs 2100 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live
Rear PTO Type	540

Dimensions & Tires
Weight	4600 lbs 2086 kg
Front tire	7.50-16
Rear tire	18.4-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Battery volts	12

Engine

Note: the Ascot Universal model 550 is the same as the UTB/Universal 550. The following data is from the 550 listing.

Engine Detail — 190.3 ci / 3.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer	UTB
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	190.3 ci 3.1 L
Bore/Stroke	3.74x4.331 inches 95 x 110 mm
Power	55 hp 41.0 kW
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	17:1
Rated RPM	2400
Starter volts	12
Starter power	4 hp 3.0 kW

Transmission

Note: the Ascot Universal model 550 is the same as the UTB/Universal 550. The following data is from the 550 listing.

Transmission options
12-speed constant mesh
8-speed shuttle

Transmission — 12 forward and 3 reverse constant mesh

Type	constant mesh
Gears	12 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Four gears (1-4) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (creeper, low, and high). Gears 3 and 4 are synchronized.
With 14.9x28 rear tires.

Transmission — 8 forward and reverse shuttle

Type	shuttle
Gears	8 forward and reverse
Clutch	dry disc
With 14.9x28 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 15% faster than forward.

Dimensions

Note: the Ascot Universal model 550 is the same as the UTB/Universal 550. The following data is from the 550 listing.

Ascot Universal 550 Tires
Ag front	7.50-16
Ag rear	18.4-28

Dimensions
Weight	4600 lbs 2086 kg