Overview
The SAME Explorer 70C is a specialized crawler tractor powered by a 70 hp air-cooled diesel engine designed for heavy-duty agricultural tasks. Featuring a 6,393 lb rear lift capacity and an 8-speed shuttle transmission, it provides a stable platform with 12.2-inch tracks and a 62-inch wheelbase.
Ideal Applications
High-Traction Field Operations:
Utilizing a crawler drive system with 12.2-inch tracks and a 7,716 lb operating weight, this tractor is built to provide superior ground contact and stability in challenging terrain.
Heavy Implement Management:
Equipped with a Category II rear hitch and top-link draft sensing, it can manage demanding implements requiring up to 6,393 lbs of lift capacity at the ends.
Versatile PTO and Hydraulic Tasks:
With 61 hp at the independent rear PTO (540/1000 RPM) and 10 gpm hydraulic pump flow through three valves, it efficiently powers various stationary and towed equipment.
Production
| Description | Agricultural Crawler tractor |
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| Manufacturer | SAME |
Engine
| Engine type | SAME 4.0L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 26.4 gal (99.9 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.13x4.54 inches (105 x 115 mm) |
| Description | SAME 1000.4A / diesel / 4-cylinder / air-cooled |
| Displacement | 244 ci (4.0 L) |
| Power | 70 hp (52.2 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2350 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 61 hp (45.5 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 279.4mm mechanical organic disc |
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| Description | Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with shuttle. |
| Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
| Transmission type | 8-speed shuttle |
| Type | shuttle |
Mechanical
| Description | Band brakes / Four-post ROPS. |
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| Drive | crawler |
| Final drives | spur gear |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2538 psi (175.0 bar) |
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| Pump flow | 10 gpm (37.9 lpm) |
| Valves | 3 |
Hitch
| Control | top-link draft sensing |
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| Rear lift (at ends) | 6393 lbs (2899 kg) |
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Clutch | wet disc |
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| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Charging amps | 55 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Height (hood) | 51.1 inches (129 cm) |
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| Length | 132.3 inches (336 cm) |
| Weight | 7716 lbs (3499 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 62 inches (157 cm) |
| Width | 55.5 inches (140 cm) |
Dimensions & Tracks
| Description | 12.2-inch tracks |
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| Weight | 7716 lbs (3499 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 62 inches (157 cm) |
References
| Description | Explorer 70-80-90 C Ergomatic published in 2003, by SAME |
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SAME Explorer 70C Tracks
| Width | 12.2 inches (30 cm) / 14.2 inches (36 cm) |
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Speeds
| Description | Reverse speeds are 15% faster than forward. |
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