Utility tractorsSpec sheet
SAME Explorer 60
The SAME Explorer 60 is a utility tractor built for versatile farm work. It has a 4x4 MFWD (mechanical front-wheel drive) chassis, which means it can handle tough terrain. The tractor is powered by a SAME 1000 3-A engine, which is air-cooled and runs on diesel. This engine has 3 cylinders and produces 60 horsepower, making it suitable for many farm tasks. The Explorer 60 has a manual transmission with 12 forward and 12 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of control. It has power steering for easy handling and a Category II hitch at the rear for attaching implements. The tractor is 151.18 inches long and 98.82 inches tall, with a weight of 6,515 pounds. This makes it a mid-sized tractor that's strong enough for serious work but not too big for smaller farms. It has agricultural tires on both front and rear, with the front tires being 24 inches in diameter and the rear tires 30 inches.
Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 60hp
- Operating weight
- 6,515 lb
- Transmission
- Manual
Category comparison
Explorer 60 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
60 hp · 54th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The Explorer 60 ranks at the 54th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the SAME Explorer 60
The SAME Explorer 60 is a utility tractor built for versatile farm work. It has a 4x4 MFWD (mechanical front-wheel drive) chassis, which means it can handle tough terrain. The tractor is powered by a SAME 1000 3-A engine, which is air-cooled and runs on diesel. This engine has 3 cylinders and produces 60 horsepower, making it suitable for many farm tasks. The Explorer 60 has a manual transmission with 12 forward and 12 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of control. It has power steering for easy handling and a Category II hitch at the rear for attaching implements. The tractor is 151.18 inches long and 98.82 inches tall, with a weight of 6,515 pounds. This makes it a mid-sized tractor that's strong enough for serious work but not too big for smaller farms. It has agricultural tires on both front and rear, with the front tires being 24 inches in diameter and the rear tires 30 inches.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | SAME |
|---|---|
| Model | Explorer 60 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 6,515lb(2,955 kg) |
Engine
| Make | SAME |
|---|---|
| Model | 1000 3-A |
| Power | 60hp(44.74 kW) |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 183ci(3 L) |
| Bore | 4.13in(104.9 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.55in(115.6 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Manual |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 12 |
| Reverse gears | 12 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | MFWD |
| Steering | Power |
Dimensions
| Length | 151.18in(3,840 mm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 98.82in(2,510 mm) |
| Operating weight | 6,515lb(2,955 kg) |
Closest alternatives
Explorer 60 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest utility models to the SAME Explorer 60 by rated horsepower are the SAME Dorado 60 and the SAME Explorer II 60. The SAME Dorado 60 matches it on rated power and weighs 890 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. The SAME Explorer II 60 matches it on rated power and weighs 920 lb less, carrying 93 lb per horsepower against 109 lb. Of the 3 models, the Explorer 60 has the highest weight per horsepower at 109 lb per hp.
| Spec | SAME Explorer 60 | SAME Dorado 60 | SAME Explorer II 60 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 60 hp44.7 kW | 60 hp44.7 kW | 60 hp44.7 kW |
| Operating weight | 6,515 lb2,955 kg | 5,622 lb2,550 kg | 5,600 lb2,540 kg |
| Weight per hp | 109 lb/hp66 kg/kW | 94 lb/hp57 kg/kW | 93 lb/hp57 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 183 ci3 L | 183 ci3 L | 183 ci3 L |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Transmission | Manual | - | Manual |
| Drive | MFWD | 2WD | 2WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the Explorer 60
PTO power
About 50 to 54 PTO hp
Estimated from the 60 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 60 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 7 ft rotary cutter or a 6 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
126 lb per PTO hp as listed
The calculator gives the target weight and front/rear split for each job.
Units
60 hp is 44.7 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
Explorer 60 vs. Utility median
SAME Explorer 60 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 60 hp | 55 hp | +9% | 54th |
| Engine Displacement | 183 ci | 183 ci | 0% | 50th |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 | -25% | 23rd |
| Forward Gears | 12 | 12 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 6,515 lb | 5,303 lb | +23% | 62nd |
| 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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Gallery
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the engine power output of the SAME Explorer 60?
Rated engine output for the SAME Explorer 60 is 60 hp, delivered by a 3-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 183 ci.
Which transmission does the SAME Explorer 60 use?
The SAME Explorer 60 is equipped with a Manual transmission with 12 forward gears.
What is the operating weight of the SAME Explorer 60?
The SAME Explorer 60 has an operating weight of about 6,515 lb.
How do I maintain a SAME Explorer 60?
Routine service for the SAME Explorer 60 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.