We had been using an off tractor supply UTV at the farm for years. 9hp, 1 wheel drive, wasn’t fast, got stuck a number of times but was a workhorse for the price. I got the itch to have a Jeep at the ranch to have access to a rough section that was walking access only. Also had AC and Heat, however, with junk to haul, and a dog the Jeep just wasn’t the right fit. So I sold the Jeep and now trying to research what I need.
It seems like a Kawasaki Mule would suit what I need. Bed to haul stuff, supposed to be awfully reliable, locking differential in 2 and 4wd model. Don’t need a speed demon but want something that will just work. Needs to hold up to dust as we are 85% sand and the Tractor Supply UTV was bad about clogging air filters. No mud but a few very rocky spots so 4wd would be nice especially with a low gear. Biggest thing I’m fighting is trying to find something on the cheap.
Without getting into too big of brand loyalty will a Mule 610 or 4010 do what I’ve asked? Will a Ranger do something better for the price(reading that they ride better and my folks will use the UTV as well)? Are there specific models or years to lookout for? What is the realistic life of one of these UTV? I see some with 200 hours and some with 2000 hours.
Any and all advice would be great. If you ever need older Jeep wisdom let me know as I’ve wasted years researching learning but am extremely UTV ignorant.
It seems like a Kawasaki Mule would suit what I need. Bed to haul stuff, supposed to be awfully reliable, locking differential in 2 and 4wd model. Don’t need a speed demon but want something that will just work. Needs to hold up to dust as we are 85% sand and the Tractor Supply UTV was bad about clogging air filters. No mud but a few very rocky spots so 4wd would be nice especially with a low gear. Biggest thing I’m fighting is trying to find something on the cheap.
Without getting into too big of brand loyalty will a Mule 610 or 4010 do what I’ve asked? Will a Ranger do something better for the price(reading that they ride better and my folks will use the UTV as well)? Are there specific models or years to lookout for? What is the realistic life of one of these UTV? I see some with 200 hours and some with 2000 hours.
Any and all advice would be great. If you ever need older Jeep wisdom let me know as I’ve wasted years researching learning but am extremely UTV ignorant.
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