UTB/Universal 340 Specs ( 1987-1991 )
Overview
The UTB/Universal 340 is a farm utility tractor produced in Brasov, Romania, between 1987 and 1991. It is powered by a 1.8L 2-cylinder diesel engine rated at 34 hp and features a 9-speed gear transmission with nine forward and three reverse gears. The model was offered in both two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive variants, including the 340DTC variant.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Specifications:
The tractor is equipped with a liquid-cooled UTB 1.8L diesel engine providing a claimed 30 hp at the live 540 RPM rear PTO.
Mechanical and Transmission Layout:
The drive system uses a dry disc clutch to manage three gears in three ranges, providing 12 total speeds and a mechanical rear differential lock.
Hitch and Hydraulic Capabilities:
The open center hydraulic system supports a Type II/I rear hitch with a listed lift capacity of 2650 lbs and compatibility for front-end loader attachments.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Brasov, Romania |
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| Manufacturer | UTB/Universal |
Engine
| Engine type | UTB 1.8L 2-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 14.3 gal (54.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.02x4.33 inches (102 x 110 mm) |
| Description | UTB / diesel / 2-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 109.7 ci (1.8 L) |
| Power | 34 hp (25.4 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Description | Three gears, plus reverse, in three ranges. |
| Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
| Transmission type | 9-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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Hitch
| Rear lift | 2650 lbs (1202 kg) |
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| Rear Type | II/I |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@1967 |
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| Rear PTO | live |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Ground clearance | 18.3 inches (46 cm) |
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| 2WD Height (steering wheel) | 58.7 inches (149 cm) |
| 2WD Length | 110.4 inches (280 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 3508 lbs (1591 kg) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 71.1 inches (180 cm) |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 11 inches (27 cm) |
| 4WD Height (steering wheel) | 59.8 inches (151 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 119.3 inches (303 cm) |
| 4WD Weight | 4144 lbs (1879 kg) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 68.1 inches (172 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 71.1 inches (180 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 68.1 inches (172 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
| Weight | 3508 to 4144 pounds |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 14.9-28 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-20. Rear: 14.9-28 |
References
| Description | U-300 U-340 published by Universal / Loaders published in 1987, by Universal |
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UTB/Universal 340 attachments
| Description | front-end loader |
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Variants
| 340DTC | 4WD |
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