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SAME Argon 70

The SAME Argon 70 is a utility tractor produced from 1993 to 2001 as part of the Argon Series by SAME. It features a 3.0L 3-cylinder turbocharged air-cooled diesel engine producing 69.1 hp (51.5 kW). The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 8-speed mechanical shuttle and 24-speed creeper. It is available in two- or four-wheel drive with planetary final drives and hydraulic wet disc brakes. The hydraulic system includes 2 or 3 valves with a pump flow of 8.7 gpm (32.9 lpm). The rear hitch is category II with a lift capacity of 6526 lbs (2960 kg). PTO options include independent rear PTO with multiple speed types. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models with weights from 4564 to 5115 lbs. Tire options include various agricultural sizes for both 2WD and 4WD configurations. The tractor is equipped with a four-post ROPS and optional hydraulic trailer brakes.
Power69 hp
Founded1993 - 2001
ModelArgon 70

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for SAME Argon 70

Power
Engine power69.1 hp (51.5 kW)
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelSAME 1000.3 A
Power69.1 hp (51.5 kW)
Coolingair-cooled
Cylinders3-cylinder
Fuel tank15.3 gal (57.9 L)
Rated RPM2350
Bore/Stroke4.134x4.54 inches (105 x 115 mm)
Displacement183.1 ci (3.0 L)
Starter volts12
Height
Hood56.1 inches (142 cm)
ROPS90.6 inches (230 cm)
Steering wheel61.6 inches (156 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Hydraulics
Valves2 or 3
Pump flow8.7 gpm (32.9 lpm)
Mechanical
ROPSFour-post ROPS
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic wet disc brakes
Final drivesplanetary
Power steeringYes
Trailer brakeshydraulic (Optional)
Production
SeriesArgon Series
CategoryUtility tractor
ManufacturerSAME
Years produced1993 - 2001
Transmission
Typemechanical shuttle, creeper
Gears8 forward and reverse (mechanical shuttle), 12 forward and reverse (creeper), 16 forward and 8 reverse, 24 forward and 12 reverse
Options8-speed mechanical shuttle, 12-speed creeper, 16-speed, 24-speed creeper
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII
Rear lift capacity6526 lbs (2960 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Width70.1 inches (178 cm) Minimum width
Length141.3 inches (358 cm)
2WD Weight4564 lbs (2070 kg)
4WD Weight5115 lbs (2320 kg)
Rear tread55.1 to 70.9 inches (139 to 180 cm)
2WD Wheelbase82.9 inches (210 cm)
4WD Wheelbase80.9 inches (205 cm)
2WD Front tread50 to 61.8 inches (127 to 156 cm)
4WD Front tread56.7 to 68.5 inches (144 to 173 cm)
2WD Ground clearance17.5 inches (44 cm)
4WD Ground clearance15 inches (38 cm)
2WD Optional tires (ag)Front: 6.50-20, Rear: 12.4R36
2WD Standard tires (ag)Front: 7.50-16, Rear: 420/70R30
4WD Optional tires (ag)Front: 11.2R24, Rear: 12.4R36
4WD Standard tires (ag)Front: 360/70R20, Rear: 420/70R30
2WD Optional tires (ag) 2Front: 7.50-18, Rear: 16.9R30
4WD Optional tires (ag) 2Front: 11.2R24, Rear: 16.9R30
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540/540E, 540/1000, 540/540E, 1000