John Deere 2030 vs SAME Explorer II 70
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 2030 and the SAME Explorer II 70 deliver the same power: 68 HP.
- The SAME Explorer II 70 is the more recent model: production started in 1989, versus 1971 for the John Deere 2030.
- The SAME Explorer II 70 is heavier: 2830 kg versus 2372 kg for the John Deere 2030.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 2030 | SAME Explorer II 70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 68 HP | 68 HP |
| Production years | 1971–1975 | 1989–2003 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 3.6 L | 4 L |
| Weight | 2 372 kg | 2 830 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 4 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 3 430 kg |
| Wheelbase | 217 cm | 235 cm |
| Length | 354 cm | — |
| Cab | — | Yes |