Overview
The SAME Dorado 55 is an Italian-built utility farm tractor produced between 2000 and 2004, powered by a 3.0L three-cylinder air-cooled diesel engine rated at 56 hp. It features multiple transmission configurations including the Agroshift three-speed power shift and was available in both 2WD and 4WD drive types with optional cab or ROPS setups.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Cooling Configuration:
The tractor utilizes a SAME 1000.3A three-cylinder air-cooled diesel engine that produces 145.3 lb-ft of torque at 1400 RPM and a rated 56 hp at 2350 RPM.
Transmission and Speed Options:
The Agroshift system provides variable gear counts of 16, 20, or 45 forward speeds with a three-speed power shift and an optional 40kph travel speed.
Hitch and Hydraulic Specifications:
Equipped with a Category II rear hitch and a 9.5 gpm hydraulic pump, the unit is rated for a maximum rear lift capacity of 6394 lbs with position and draft control.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Italy |
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| Manufacturer | SAME |
Engine
| Engine type | SAME 3.0L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 23.8 gal (90.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.13x4.54 inches (105 x 115 mm) |
| Description | SAME 1000.3A / diesel / 3-cylinder / air-cooled |
| Displacement | 183 ci (3.0 L) |
| Power | 56 hp (41.8 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2350 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 145.3 lb-ft (197.0 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
Transmission
| Description | Four gears in two ranges with two-speed high/low. Optional creeper range provides 24 forward speeds. / Five gears in two ranges with two-speed high/low. Optional creeper range provides 30 forward speeds. |
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| Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse / 20 forward and 10 reverse / 45 forward and reverse |
| Transmission | Agroshift |
| Type | three-speed power shift |
| Transmission type | 16-speed / 20-speed / 45-speed three-speed power shift |
| Transmission type | 16-speed / 20-speed / 45-speed three-speed power shift |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post ROPS. Cab optional with available air-conditioning. |
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| Description | Power steering / Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Differential lock | electro-hydraulic |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 9.5 gpm (36.0 lpm) |
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| Valves | 2 |
Hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear lift | 6394 lbs (2900 kg) |
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
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| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Front tread | 51.2 to 70.9 inches (130 to 180 cm) |
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| 2WD Ground clearance | 17.5 inches (44 cm) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 82.9 inches (210 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 56.7 to 68.5 inches (144 to 173 cm) |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 14 inches (35 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 80.9 inches (205 cm) |
| Length | 145.7 inches (370 cm) |
| Rear tread | 55.1 to 72.4 inches (139 to 183 cm) |
| Width | 70.5 inches*Minimum width. (179 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 14.9R28 |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 82.9 inches (210 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 80.9 inches (205 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
| Weight | 5291 to 6283 pounds |
| 2WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 420/70R28 / Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 420/70R30 / Front: 6.50-20. Rear: 12.4R36 |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 14.9R28 |
| 4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 320/70R20. Rear: 420/70R28 / Front: 360/70R20. Rear: 420/70R30 / Front: 11.2R24. Rear: 12.4R36 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2R20. Rear: 14.9R28 |
References
| Description | Dorado 55-65-75-85 published in 2001, by SAME |
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SAME Dorado 55 Height
| Cab | 94.5 inches (240 cm) |
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| Hood | 58.7 inches (149 cm) |
| ROPS | 93.7 inches (237 cm) |
| Steering wheel | 66.9 inches (169 cm) |
SAME Dorado 55 Weight
| 2WD Cab | 5732 lbs (2600 kg) |
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| 2WD ROPS | 5291 lbs (2399 kg) |
| 4WD Cab | 6283 lbs (2849 kg) |
| 4WD ROPS | 6173 lbs (2800 kg) |
Speeds
| Description | With 40kph option and 420/70R30 rear tires. |
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