Compare/SAME Explorer3 85 vs SAME Golden 85

SAME Explorer3 85 vs SAME Golden 85

Verdict: SAME Explorer3 85 vs SAME Golden 85

The SAME Explorer3 85 and the SAME Golden 85 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. SAME Explorer3 85 leads on rated power with 85 hp against 84 hp. SAME Golden 85 is the lighter machine (5,181 kg vs 8,047 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. SAME Explorer3 85 holds more fuel (160.1 L vs 54.9 L) for longer stints between fills. SAME Explorer3 85 is the newer design (2004 vs 1997). In short: choose the SAME Explorer3 85 for outright pulling power, or the SAME Golden 85 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Acreage600 acBudgetMain crop / use

Fit & specs

SAME

Fit score

Best match

Clear

SAME

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

85 hp

84 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

SAMEReference

Five synchronized gears in three ranges with three-speed power shift. Optional creeper range provides 60 speeds. Optional power shuttle.Reference

Five gears in three ranges with three-speed shift.Reference

Differential lock

electro-hydraulic front and rearReference

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Trailer brakes

pneumaticReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

160.1 LReference

87.1 LReference

Engine (gross)

63.4 kWReference

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Engine (net)

60.4 kWReference

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Displacement

4.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

105 x 116 mmReference

Emissions

Stage IIReference

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Rated Power (net)

60.4 kWReference

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Rated Power (gross)

63.4 kWReference

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Air cleaner

dryReference

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Rated RPM

2300Reference

2350Reference

Torque

325.4 NmReference

318.0 NmReference

Torque RPM

1600Reference

1450Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

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Engine

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62.5 kWReference

Power

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62.5 kWReference

Transmission

Type

three-speed power shiftReference

creeperReference

Gears

45 forward and reverseReference

Transmission

AgroshiftReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Pump flow

54.1 lpmReference

Rear lift

4799 kgReference

2600 kgReference

Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

electro-hydraulic wet discReference

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Rear PTO Type

540/1000Reference

Front PTO

independentReference

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Front PTO Type

1000Reference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

235 cmReference

205 cmReference

Weight

8047 to 8378 poundsReference

5181 to 5622 poundsReference

Front tire

14.9R24Reference

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4WD Rear tire

16.9R34Reference

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4WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 14.9R24. Rear: 16.9R34Reference

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Length

376 cmReference

310 cmReference

Width

195 cmReference

106 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

269 cmReference

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Height (cab)

262 cmReference

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ROPS Weight

3650 kgReference

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Cab Weight

3800 kgReference

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Ground clearance

44 cmReference

23 cmReference

Front tread

143 to 214 cmReference

98/102 cmReference

Rear tread

150 to 210 cmReference

87 to 0 cmReference

2WD Optional tires (ag)

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Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 420/70R24Reference

4WD 210/80R16 Optional tires (ag)

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Front: 240/70R16. Rear: 360/70R24Reference

4WD Optional tires (ag)

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Front: 280/70R16. Rear: 420/70R24Reference

2WD Weight

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2350 kgReference

4WD Weight

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2550 kgReference

Steering wheel

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122 cmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

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Battery volts

12Reference

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SAME Golden 85 Height

Hood

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117 cmReference

Cab

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209 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.