SOMECA Som 45

The SOMECA Som 45 is a tractor produced by Someca. It is equipped with a 230 ci 3.8 L engine. Transmission: 7 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 5325 lbs 2415 kg.

Fuel & Capacities
14.8 gal 56.0 L
Transmission
7 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
5325 lbs 2415 kg

Overview

SOMECA Som 45 tractor photo
Standard-tread tractor
Standard-tread tractor
Production
Manufacturer
SOMECA
Standard-tread tractor
Built in Saint-Denis, France
SOMECA Som 45 Engine
OM Milano 3.8L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
14.8 gal 56.0 L
Engine details ...
SOMECA Som 45 Transmission
7-speed gear
Transmission details ...
SOMECA Som 45 Power
Drawbar (claimed)
29 hp 21.6 kW
Belt (claimed)
36 hp 26.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)
39.1 hp 29.2 kW
Belt (tested)
40.43 hp 30.1 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Open operator station.
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
5325 lbs 2415 kg
Front tire
6.00-19
Rear tire
14-30
Full dimensions and tires ...
References
Som 45 references literature
Operator's Manual SOM.45 (10.311) published in 1959

Engine

Engine Detail — 230 ci / 3.8 L Diesel

Manufacturer
OM Milano COID/45
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement
230 ci 3.8 L
Bore/Stroke
4.13x4.72 inches 105 x 120 mm
Compression
15.5:1
Rated RPM
1600
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
22.2 qts 21.0 L
SOMECA Som 45 Engine
SOMECA Som 45 engine image

Transmission

Transmission — 7 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
7 forward and 2 reverse
With 14-30 rear tires.
Som 45  gear speeds

Dimensions

SOMECA Som 45 Tires
Ag front
6.00-19
Ag rear
14-30
Ag rear
14-28
11-36
Dimensions
Weight
5325 lbs 2415 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 625
Diesel 7-speed 2WD June 14 - 19, 1957 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 625 file
Belt power (max)
40.43 hp 30.1 kW
Belt fuel use (max)
2.6 gal/hour 9.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
39.1 hp 29.2 kW
Max pull
6248 lbs 2834 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Photos

SOMECA Som 45 tractor photo

SOMECA Som 45 tractor photo

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Someca Som 45.

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

Someca Som 45 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Someca Som 45.

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