Compare/SAME Argon Classic 70 vs SAME Explorer 70

SAME Argon Classic 70 vs SAME Explorer 70

Verdict: SAME Argon Classic 70 vs SAME Explorer 70

The SAME Argon Classic 70 and the SAME Explorer 70 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 70 hp. SAME Argon Classic 70 is the lighter machine (4,564 kg vs 5,643 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. SAME Explorer 70 holds more fuel (70.0 L vs 50.0 L) for longer stints between fills. SAME Argon Classic 70 is the newer design (2003 vs 1986). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.

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Fit & specs

SAME

Fit score

Best match

Clear

SAME

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

70 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

SAMEReference

Differential lock

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mechanical rearReference

Engine

air-cooledReference

Five gears (1-5) in four ranges.Reference

Fuel tank

50.0 LReference

70.0 LReference

Engine

52.2 kWReference

Displacement

3.0 LReference

4.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

105 x 116 mmReference

Power

52.2 kWReference

Rated RPM

2200Reference

2350Reference

Air cleaner

—

dryReference

Starter

—

electricReference

Starter volts

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12Reference

Starter power

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3.0 kWReference

Transmission

Type

creeperReference

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Gears

30 forward and 15 reverseReference

24 forward and reverseReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Pump flow

45.0 lpmReference

32.9 lpmReference

Rear lift

3000 kgReference

3430 kgReference

Rear PTO Type

540/1000Reference

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

Pressure

—

179.3 barReference

Rear Type

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IIReference

Control

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position and draft controlReference

Rear PTO

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independentReference

Clutch

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hydraulic dry discReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

195 cmReference

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Weight

4564 to 5027 poundsReference

5643 to 6437 poundsReference

Rear tire

420/70R30Reference

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Ag rear

420/70R30Reference

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Length

302 cmReference

399 cmReference

Height

210 cmReference

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2WD Weight

2070 kgReference

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4WD Weight

2280 kgReference

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2WD Wheelbase

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232 cmReference

4WD Wheelbase

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228 cmReference

Front tire

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7.50-16Reference

2WD Rear tire

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16.9/14-30Reference

2WD Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9/14-30Reference

4WD Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 12.4/11-24. Rear: 16.9/14-30Reference

2WD Optional tires (ag)

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Front: 9.00-16. Rear: 18.4/15-30Reference

4WD Optional tires (ag)

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Front: 12.4/11-24. Rear: 16.9/14-30Reference

Width

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186 cmReference

2WD Ground clearance

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49 cmReference

4WD Ground clearance

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40 cmReference

2WD Front tread

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139 to 199 cmReference

4WD Front tread

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139 to 159 cmReference

Rear tread

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139 to 199 cmReference

2WD ROPS

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2559 kgReference

2WD Cab

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2760 kgReference

4WD ROPS

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2709 kgReference

4WD Cab

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2919 kgReference

Electrical

Charging system

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alternatorReference

Charging amps

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64Reference

Battery volts

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12Reference

Battery AH

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110Reference

SAME Explorer 70 Height

Hood

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152 cmReference

ROPS

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244 cmReference

Cab

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249 cmReference

Speeds

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.