Schluter S600 vs SOMECA Som 55
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Schluter S600 is more powerful than the SOMECA Som 55: 56 HP versus 55 HP (+1 HP, +2%).
- The Schluter S600 is the more recent model: production started in 1963, versus 1961 for the SOMECA Som 55.
- The Schluter S600 is heavier: 2800 kg versus 2619 kg for the SOMECA Som 55.
- The Schluter S600 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1500 kg versus 1200 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Schluter S600 | SOMECA Som 55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 56 HP | 55 HP |
| Production years | 1963–1966 | 1961–1963 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 4.3 L | 4.2 L |
| Weight | 2 800 kg | 2 619 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 4 | 14 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 500 kg | 1 200 kg |
| Wheelbase | 229 cm | 202 cm |
| Length | 409 cm | 357 cm |