SAME Mercury 85
The SAME Mercury 85 is a tractor produced by Same. It is equipped with a 253.49 ci 4.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 83 hp / 61.9 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 6856 to 7848 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 83 hp / 61.9 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
31.7 gal
120.0 L
Transmission
12 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
6856 to 7848 pounds
Overview
![]() | 1981 - 1985 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | SAME |
SAME Mercury 85 Engine | |
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SAME 4.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 31.7 gal
120.0 L |
Engine details ... | |
SAME Mercury 85 Transmission | |
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12-speed synchronized | |
Transmission details ... |
SAME Mercury 85 Power | |
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Engine | 83 hp
61.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 78 hp
58.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Cab optional. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pump flow | 10.8 gpm
40.9 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position, float and depth control |
Rear lift | 8157 lbs
3700 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 91.3 inches
231 cm |
Weight | 6856 to 7848 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-18 |
Rear tire | 16.9/14-34 (2WD) |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 110 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 253.49 ci / 4.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | SAME 1054P |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, air-cooled inline |
Displacement | 253.49 ci
4.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.134x4.72 inches
105 x 120 mm |
Power | 83 hp
61.9 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2270 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Starter power | 4 hp
3.0 kW |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and reverse synchronized
Type | synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Dimensions
SAME Mercury 85 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 16.9/14-34 (2WD) |
Front: 14.9-24. Rear: 16.9/14-34 (4WD) | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 91.3 inches
231 cm |
Length | 143.3 inches (2WD)
363 cm |
148.4 inches (4WD)
376 cm | |
151.2 inches (2WD with hitch)
384 cm | |
156.3 inches (4WD with hitch)
397 cm | |
Width | 76 inches (min)
193 cm |
95.7 inches (max)
243 cm | |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 20.9 inches
53 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 18.9 inches
48 cm |
2WD Front tread | 63 to 86.6 inches
160 to 219 cm |
4WD Front tread | 64.2 to 70.9 inches
163 to 180 cm |
Rear tread | 59.1 to 78.7 inches
150 to 199 cm |
SAME Mercury 85 Weight | |
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2WD ROPS | 6856 lbs
3109 kg |
4WD ROPS | 7496 lbs
3400 kg |
7209 lbs (2WD cab)
3270 kg | |
7848 lbs (4WD cab)
3559 kg | |
SAME Mercury 85 Height | |
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Hood | 63 inches
160 cm |
ROPS | 104.3 inches
264 cm |
Cab | 409.4 inches
1039 cm |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Same Mercury 85.
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Same Mercury 85 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Same Mercury 85.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare SAME Mercury 85 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
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SAME Mercury 85
Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 83 hp / 61.9 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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Production Years:1977 - 1984
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