Overview
The SAME Panther 90 is a row-crop farm tractor manufactured between 1978 and 1980, powered by a 4.5L 5-cylinder air-cooled diesel engine rated at 90 hp. This model features a Category II rear hitch with position and draft control and was available in both 2WD and 4WD configurations. Mechanical specifications include a synchromesh transmission offered in 12-speed or 20-speed creeper variants with a dry disc clutch.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Output:
The 5-cylinder air-cooled diesel engine produces 239 lb-ft of torque at 1500 RPM and utilizes a direct injection fuel system with a 25.4-gallon fuel tank.
Transmission and PTO Specifications:
This tractor is equipped with either a 12-speed synchromesh or 20-speed creeper transmission and an independent rear PTO capable of 540 and 1000 RPM.
Chassis and Weight Configuration:
The tractor features a 98.4-inch wheelbase and 17.3 inches of ground clearance, with a total weight ranging from 7275 to 8774 pounds depending on the drive and cab options.
Production
| Description | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAME |
Engine
| Engine type | SAME 4.5L 5-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 25.4 gal (96.1 L) |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.86x4.72 inches (98 x 120 mm) |
| Compression | 17:1 |
| Description | SAME 985 P / diesel / 5-cylinder / air-cooled inline |
| Displacement | 276.1 ci (4.5 L) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power | 90 hp (67.1 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2190 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 239 lb-ft (324.1 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1500 |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Gears | 12 forward and 3 reverse / 20 forward and 5 reverse |
| Type | synchromesh / creeper |
| Transmission type | 12-speed synchromesh / 20-speed creeper |
| Transmission type | 12-speed synchromesh / 20-speed creeper |
Mechanical
| Cab | Four-post ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering / Mechanical disc brakes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | planetary |
| Trailer brakes | hydraulic OptOptional |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 7.9 gpm (29.9 lpm) |
|---|---|
| Valves | 2 |
Hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery AH | 110 |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Length | 150.5 inches (382 cm) |
|---|---|
| 4WD Length | 162.5 inches (412 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 17.3 inches (43 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 inches (249 cm) |
| Width | 83.2 inches*Minimum width (211 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 18.4/15-34 |
| Front tire | 7.50-18 |
| Weight | 7275 to 8774 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 inches (249 cm) |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 18.4/15-34 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 13.6/12-24. Rear: 18.4/15-34 |
References
| Description | Panther 90 published in 1977, by SAME |
|---|
SAME Panther 90 Height
| Cab | 110.2 inches (279 cm) |
|---|---|
| Hood | 63.6 inches (161 cm) |
| ROPS | 104.3 inches (264 cm) |
SAME Panther 90 Weight
| 2WD Cab | 8157 lbs (3700 kg) |
|---|---|
| 2WD ROPS | 7275 lbs (3299 kg) |
| 4WD Cab | 8774 lbs (3979 kg) |
| 4WD ROPS | 7893 lbs (3580 kg) |