Ascot Universal
550
Farm tractor · 1974–1981 · 55 hp
Ascot Universal550
The Ascot Universal 550 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1974 to 1981. It features a UTB engine, and ROPS steering. The transmission is a constant mesh type with 12 forward and 3 reverse.
Engine
| Engine | UTB |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 190.3 ci (3.1 L) |
| Bore | 3.74 in (95 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.33 in (110 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 17 |
| Power Gross | 55 hp (41 kW) |
| Power Rated | 55 hp (41 kW) |
| Power PTO | 53 hp (39.5 kW) |
| Air Cleaner | oil bath |
| Fuel System | direct injection |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Manufacturer | UTB |
| Rated | 2,400 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | constant mesh |
|---|---|
| Gears | 12 forward and 3 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Available Options | 12-speed constant mesh, 8-speed shuttle |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 10.8 gpm (40.9 lpm) |
| Valves | 1 |
PTO
| Rear Type | live |
|---|
Hitch
| Rear Type | II/I |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 4,630 lbs (2,100 kg) |
| Hitch Control | position and draft control |
Weight
| Weight | 4,600 lbs (2,086 kg) |
|---|
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 7.50-16 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 18.4-28 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 14.2 gal (53.7 L) |
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Steering
| Type | ROPS |
|---|
Cab
| Cab | optional |
|---|
Compatible Implements
Rotary Cutters
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEFCO BRC-248 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-148 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH116 | Rotary Cutters | 68" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 25 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-160 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-360 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2772 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCD1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 35 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310-2 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-372 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2696 | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 40 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2084 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 3 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3096 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCR2596 - 3 PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCFM3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| BEFCO RHD-472 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 50 hp |
Box Blades
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3596 | Box Blades | 96" | 45 hp |
Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.
These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.