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UB's versis UTU's

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The Dukester

07-24-2004 21:46:55




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I've got tractors of other colors, but the MM U's and UB's look kinda neat to me and I'm thinking I might like one. What are the primary differences between the two models other than the obvious visual appearance? I thought an older U tricycle type with it's hand clutch and lower seating position would be fine, but now I'm not so sure. I'd like one to restore and show.
Thanks to anyone who may reply.

The Dukester

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Bob M

07-27-2004 14:50:04




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 Re: UB's versis UTU's in reply to The Dukester, 07-24-2004 21:46:55  
I own a UTU, but have spent time running a buddy's UB (punch below for a pic). Each tractor has it's unique "charm".

The UTU is easy to climb on/off, and with it's low platform and hand clutch it is easily/safely driven while standing. For constant stop & go, climb on/climb off operation it can't be beat. It's also nice for parading - you can kick the seat all the way to the left then safely perch a wife, kid or whoever there to ride along and enjoy the sights.

The operator station on the UB on the other hand is a climb. Though once you're up there the view is nice!

The foot clutch makes the UB easier to maneuver in tight spots. However the left side brake pedal on the UTU is better suited for quick operation for pulling, etc.

Neither tractor has power steering, but both seem to steer a bit easier than an equivalent Farmall, JD, etc - especially once underway.

My opinion: If you find a halfway decent example of either model, grab it!

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Mike

07-25-2004 04:32:06




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 Re: UB's versis UTU's in reply to The Dukester, 07-24-2004 21:46:55  
I have a 1954 ubu with a after market wide front on it and after market power steering (char lynn) that i rebuilt the motor and i like mine and my father inlaw has a u he redid with a hand clutch,mine is a foot clutch. The ub sits higher in the seat and they only made them for three years 1953/1954/1955 and the u had more years to them in production. Both nice tractors ,just depends on hand or foot clutch for preference.

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