Compare/SAME Aster 60 vs SAME Explorer 60

SAME Aster 60 vs SAME Explorer 60

Verdict: SAME Aster 60 vs SAME Explorer 60

The SAME Aster 60 and the SAME Explorer 60 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. SAME Explorer 60 leads on rated power with 60 hp against 59 hp. SAME Explorer 60 is the lighter machine (2,955 kg vs 4,960 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. SAME Explorer 60 holds more fuel (85.2 L vs 81.8 L) for longer stints between fills. SAME Aster 60 is the newer design (1989 vs 1986). In short: choose the SAME Explorer 60 for outright pulling power, or the SAME Aster 60 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs

SAME

Fit score

Best match

Clear

SAME

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

59 hp

60 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

SAMEReference

With 14.9/13-30 rear tires and 30kph option.Reference

air-cooledReference

Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

81.8 LReference

85.2 LReference

Engine

44.0 kWReference

44.7 kWReference

Displacement

3.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

105 x 115 mmReference

105 x 116 mmReference

Power

44.0 kWReference

44.7 kWReference

Air cleaner

dryReference

Rated RPM

2500Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Transmission

Type

creeperReference

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Gears

16 forward and reverseReference

12 forward and reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

Pump flow

50.0 lpmReference

29.1 lpmReference

Rear Type

IIReference

Rear lift

2800 kgReference

2270 kgReference

Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

540/1000Reference

Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase

211 cmReference

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4WD Wheelbase

231 cmReference

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Weight

4960 to 5291 poundsReference

2955 kgReference

Front tire

7.50-16Reference

11.2-24Reference

2WD Rear tire

14.9/13-30Reference

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2WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 14.9/13-30Reference

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4WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 9.5/9-24. Rear: 14.9/13-30Reference

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2WD Optional tires (ag)

Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 12.4/11-36Reference

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4WD Optional tires (ag)

Front: 11.2/10-24. Rear: 12.4/11-36Reference

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2WD Length

318 cmReference

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4WD Length

322 cmReference

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Width

177 cmReference

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2WD Cab Weight

2249 kgReference

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4WD Cab Weight

2399 kgReference

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2WD Ground clearance

51 cmReference

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4WD Ground clearance

33 cmReference

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2WD Front tread

127 to 156 cmReference

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4WD Front tread

139 to 178 cmReference

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Rear tread

139 to 189 cmReference

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Wheelbase

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211 cmReference

Rear tire

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14.9-30Reference

Ag front

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11.2-24Reference

Ag rear

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14.9-30Reference

Length

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383 cmReference

Height

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251 cmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

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Charging system

alternatorReference

Battery volts

12Reference

SAME Aster 60 Height

2WD Hood

141 cmReference

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4WD Hood

137 cmReference

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Cab

234 cmReference

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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.