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
![]() | Standard-tread tractor | Standard-tread tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | SOMECA |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Built in Saint-Denis, France | |
SOMECA Som 45 Engine | |
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OM Milano 3.8L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 14.8 gal
56.0 L |
Engine details ... | |
SOMECA Som 45 Transmission | |
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7-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
SOMECA Som 45 Power | |
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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 | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 5325 lbs
2415 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-19 |
Rear tire | 14-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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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 | |
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Transmission
Transmission — 7 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 7 forward and 2 reverse |
With 14-30 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
SOMECA Som 45 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-19 |
Ag rear | 14-30 |
Ag rear | 14-28 |
11-36 | |
Dimensions | |
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Weight | 5325 lbs
2415 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 625 | |
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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. | |
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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.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
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