Compare/SAME Dorado 66 vs SAME Explorer 70

SAME Dorado 66 vs SAME Explorer 70

Verdict: SAME Dorado 66 vs SAME Explorer 70

The SAME Dorado 66 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 Dorado 66 is the lighter machine (5,291 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 Dorado 66 holds more fuel (90.1 L vs 70.0 L) for longer stints between fills. SAME Dorado 66 is the newer design (2005 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

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SAME

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

70 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

SAMEReference

Five gears in two ranges with two-speed high/low. Optional creeper range provides 30 forward speeds.Reference

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

Differential lock

electro-hydraulicReference

mechanical rearReference

Trailer brakes

hydraulicReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

90.1 LReference

70.0 LReference

Engine (gross)

52.2 kWReference

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Displacement

3.0 LReference

4.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

105 x 115 mmReference

105 x 116 mmReference

Emissions

Stage IIReference

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Rated Power (gross)

50.0 kWReference

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Air cleaner

dryReference

Rated RPM

2200Reference

2350Reference

Torque

260.1 NmReference

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Torque RPM

1400Reference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Engine

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52.2 kWReference

Power

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52.2 kWReference

Starter

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electricReference

Starter power

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3.0 kWReference

Transmission

Gears

45 forward and reverseReference

24 forward and reverseReference

Transmission

AgroshiftReference

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Type

three-speed power shiftReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

Valves

2Reference

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Pump flow

54.1 lpmReference

32.9 lpmReference

Rear lift

3600 kgReference

3430 kgReference

Front lift

1749 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

electro-hydraulic wet discReference

hydraulic dry discReference

Rear PTO Type

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

Front PTO

independentReference

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Front PTO Type

1000Reference

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Pressure

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179.3 barReference

Rear Type

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IIReference

Control

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position and draft controlReference

Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase

211 cmReference

232 cmReference

4WD Wheelbase

205 cmReference

228 cmReference

Weight

5291 to 6173 poundsReference

5643 to 6437 poundsReference

Rear tire

720/70R30Reference

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Ag rear

720/70R30Reference

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Length

342 cmReference

399 cmReference

Width

192 cmReference

186 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

240 cmReference

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Height (cab)

243 cmReference

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Ground clearance

43 cmReference

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2WD Front tread

130 to 180 cmReference

139 to 199 cmReference

4WD Front tread

144 to 173 cmReference

139 to 159 cmReference

Rear tread

150 to 189 cmReference

139 to 199 cmReference

2WD ROPS

2399 kgReference

2559 kgReference

2WD Cab

2600 kgReference

2760 kgReference

4WD ROPS

2600 kgReference

2709 kgReference

4WD Cab

2800 kgReference

2919 kgReference

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

2WD Ground clearance

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49 cmReference

4WD Ground clearance

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40 cmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

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Charging system

alternatorReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Charging amps

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64Reference

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.