Same brandUtility tractorsSpec sheet
SAME Explorer 55
The SAME Explorer 55 is a utility tractor built for everyday farm work. It has a 2WD drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor comes with a 15-forward and 15-reverse gear transmission, giving the driver 30 gears to choose from. Under the hood, the Explorer 55 has a SAME-made diesel engine. This engine has 3 cylinders and is air-cooled. It can produce 55 horsepower, which is about average for tractors in its class. The engine size is also average, measuring 167.8 cubic inches. It runs at 2500 RPM, which is a bit above average speed. The tractor weighs 5986 pounds, making it a solid, mid-weight machine. It's 151.18 inches long and 98.82 inches tall, with agricultural tires on both front and back. The Explorer 55 also has a category II hitch, useful for attaching various farm tools.
Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 55hp
- Operating weight
- 5,986 lb
Category comparison
Explorer 55 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
55 hp · 50th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The Explorer 55 ranks at the 50th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the SAME Explorer 55
The SAME Explorer 55 is a utility tractor built for everyday farm work. It has a 2WD drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor comes with a 15-forward and 15-reverse gear transmission, giving the driver 30 gears to choose from. Under the hood, the Explorer 55 has a SAME-made diesel engine. This engine has 3 cylinders and is air-cooled. It can produce 55 horsepower, which is about average for tractors in its class. The engine size is also average, measuring 167.8 cubic inches. It runs at 2500 RPM, which is a bit above average speed. The tractor weighs 5986 pounds, making it a solid, mid-weight machine. It's 151.18 inches long and 98.82 inches tall, with agricultural tires on both front and back. The Explorer 55 also has a category II hitch, useful for attaching various farm tools.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | SAME |
|---|---|
| Model | Explorer 55 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Operating weight | 5,986lb(2,715 kg) |
Engine
| Make | SAME |
|---|---|
| Power | 55hp(41.01 kW) |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 167.8ci(2.75 L) |
| Bore | 4.06in(103.1 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.33in(110 mm) |
Transmission
| Forward gears | 15 |
|---|---|
| Reverse gears | 15 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Power |
Dimensions
| Length | 151.18in(3,840 mm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 98.82in(2,510 mm) |
| Operating weight | 5,986lb(2,715 kg) |
Closest alternatives
Explorer 55 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
By engine horsepower, the nearest utility models to the Explorer 55 are the SAME Argon Classic 55 and the SAME Minitauro 60. The SAME Argon Classic 55 matches it on rated power and weighs 1,710 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. The SAME Minitauro 60 matches it on rated power.
| Spec | SAME Explorer 55 | SAME Argon Classic 55 | SAME Minitauro 60 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 hp41 kW | 55 hp41 kW | 55 hp41 kW |
| Operating weight | 5,986 lb2,715 kg | 4,277 lb1,940 kg | - |
| Weight per hp | 109 lb/hp66 kg/kW | 78 lb/hp47 kg/kW | - |
| Displacement | 167.8 ci2.75 L | 183 ci3 L | 190.2 ci3.12 L |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Transmission | - | Manual | Synchronized |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the Explorer 55
PTO power
About 46 to 50 PTO hp
Estimated from the 55 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 55 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 6.5 ft rotary cutter or a 5.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
127 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 130 to 150 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
55 hp is 41.0 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Parts and manuals
Parts and manuals for the SAME Explorer 55
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Filters
- Oil filter for the SAMEAmazon
Fits the SAME 3-cylinder diesel engine listed for this model. Confirm the part number against the engine serial plate.
- Air filter for the SAMEAmazon
Fits the SAME 3-cylinder diesel engine listed for this model. Confirm the part number against the engine serial plate.
- Fuel filter for the SAMEAmazon
Fits the SAME 3-cylinder diesel engine listed for this model. Confirm the part number against the engine serial plate.
- Hydraulic filter for the SAMEAmazon
Fits the SAME 3-cylinder diesel engine listed for this model. Confirm the part number against the engine serial plate.
Manuals
- SAME Explorer 55 service and repair manualseManualOnline
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- SAME Explorer 55 operator's manualAmazon
Printed and reprint manuals. Check the serial number range on the listing.
- SAME Explorer 55 service manualAmazon
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Category medians
Explorer 55 vs. Utility median
SAME Explorer 55 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 55 hp | 55 hp | at median | 50th |
| Engine Displacement | 168 ci | 183 ci | -8% | 45th |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 | -25% | 23rd |
| Forward Gears | 15 | 12 | +25% | 64th |
| Operating Weight | 5,986 lb | 5,303 lb | +13% | 56th |
| Length | 151 in | 137 in | +11% | 67th |
| Height | 98.8 in | 94.1 in | +5% | 63rd |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the utility tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 4,321–5,720 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the SAME Explorer 55 have?
The SAME Explorer 55 produces 55 hp from its 3-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 167.8 ci.
What hitch category is the SAME Explorer 55?
The SAME Explorer 55 uses a Category II hitch.
How much does the SAME Explorer 55 weigh?
The SAME Explorer 55 weighs about 5,986 lb in operating condition.
What maintenance does the SAME Explorer 55 require?
The SAME Explorer 55 needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.