 An Concourse restored 1958 Universal 3 at Newark Vintage Tractor and Heritage Show 2008 | |
| Model history | |
|---|---|
| Model introduced | 1957 |
| Model discontinued | 1961 |
| Model status | Discontinued |
| No. produced | Unknown |
| Superseded by | Nuffield 3/42 |
| Engine Specification | |
| Engine make | BMC |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Power hp | 28 hp |
| Governed rpm | {{{governedrpm}}} |
| Displacement cu in /(litre) | ? cu. in (2.55 litre) |
| No. of Cylinders | 3 |
| Bore in (mm) | 3.9 inches (95 mm) |
| Stroke in (mm) | 4.7 inches (120 mm |
| Naturally aspirated, Turbo or Supercharged | NA |
| Transmission Details | |
| Transmission type | unknown |
| Clutch | ? |
| Gearbox make | BMC |
| Forward | 5 |
| Reverse | 1 |
| Drive | 2-WD |
| Linkage Category | Unknown |
| Tyre Sizes (std/options) | |
| Front | 7.5 x 18 |
| Rear | 12 x 38 |
| Tractor Dimensions | |
| Weight (nominal) lb/kg | 5,650 lb |
| Other info | |
| Factories |
Cowley, Oxford, till 1963 Bathgate, Scotland |
| Plow rating | Unknown |
The Nuffield Universal 3 was built by Nuffield from 1957 to 1961 at the Morris factory at Cowley, Oxford.
Model History[]
- For Company history see
- Main article: Nuffield
The detailed history of this model is unknown. Can you help add any history for it ?
Timeline[]
- Introduced in 1957 to compete with the smaller Ferguson and Ford models, with a 5-forward 1 reverse gearbox. Optional fitted with a side mounted belt pulley and/or IPTO.
Factory locations[]
- Cowley Oxford (Morris works)
Specification[]
For basic spec. see Info Box.
Variations and Options[]
Details required of model options.
Serial Numbers Information[]
| Year | Serial run | Number Built | Notes (Total built 9468). |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | 3DL771-501 | 1045 | First built August |
| 1958 | 3DL771-1546 | 1768 | |
| 1959 | 3DL771-3314 | 2445 | |
| 1960 | 3DL771-5759 | 2390 | |
| 1961 | 3DL771-8204 | 1820 | 3DL771-10024 Last one built December |
| year | serial no | Number built | Notes |
serial 772-0501 until 772-3063 where IPTO models
Other serial related information:
- Lucas 12Volt dynamo type C39P2 used to engine No. 38241
- Lucas 12Volt dynamo type C40 used from engine No. 38242
- Starter motor lever-engaged used to engine No. 5304
- Starter motor solenoid-operated used from engine No. 5305
- From Engine No. 14063 the timing chain drive is replaced by a train of helical gears
- From Engine No. 9435 they modified the camshaft and Valve stand-down dimensions.
- From Engine No. 14968 A modified Purolator oil filter is fitted
Preservation[]
Add details about any of these tractors in preservation. (you can create a separate page by linking using serial no. or reg no. to create a unique page for that tractor)
- Do you know of any examples to add to the table below ?
| Make + Model No. | Reg No. (if known) |
Serial No. | Build-Date | Engine | Owner (if known) |
Photo | Were seen/Featured in | Other info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Universal 3 | 8406 AD+ | 3DL 772-2441 | 1957 | BMC Diesel | Peter Tanuck | To add | at Belvoir Castle show 2009 | |
| Nuffield Universal 3 | HSU 823+ | ? | year ? | BMC Diesel | owner ? | 
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At Duncombe Park Steam Rally 2009 | |
| Nuffield Universal 3 | OJL 77+ | ? | year ? | BMC Diesel | Owner ? |
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Newark Vintage Tractor and Heritage Show 200? | |
| Nuffield Universal 3 | PUX 880+ | 1958 | BMC Diesel | J. Snell | To add | at Belvoir Castle show 2009 | ||
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Gallery[]
_-_at_newark_08_-_IMG_3610.jpg "Nuffield Universal 3 reg OJL 77 (rear linkage) - at newark 08 - IMG 3610.jpg (1.34 MB)")
Thre rear Linkage on a restored Universal 3 tractor, at Newark Vintage Tractor and Heritage Show
See also[]
- Nuffield
- List of Tractor Manufacturers
- Tractor image gallery for: Nuffield Universal 3
- Collector related
- Shows and Meets
- Clubs Listing
- Leyland and Nuffield Club
- Collections - Private collections. Often seen at shows - some have Nuffields in them. (how about adding your collection, with some photos)?
References / Sources[]
- Tractor & Machinery Magazine
- Classic Tractor Magazine
- TractorData.com web site
- ↑ Nuffield Leyland & Marshall 1948-85 by Allan T. Condie
External Links[]
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