What UTV do you recommend? Why?

Thanks for sharing that information! Don't know your background but based on your avatar and your experiences it sounds like you must have some time wrenching on equipment and machinery! As far as seating we would prefer a bench seat in the event one of the grandkids was over and we took them to the pond fishing. Not absolutely critical as I guess kids could ride in the dump bed. At our age the "go fast" tendencies have pretty much evaporated so slow and steady is more the norm! I do know that at least with JD tractors I can still find most parts for my JD 630 "two lunger" from the dealer or aftermarket/salvage. Where we intend to use the machine is on our 75 acres so I cannot envision any mud bogging although I do appreciate the ground clearance concerns of the Gator family.

 

Thanks MasterMech ! I kind of thought so,thanks for the enlightenment . So, the 4x2 and 6x4 are probably less desirable? When did JD add the Independent Rear Suspension? The lack of suspension was a negative I was told by some.

 

Chud Nice Kubotas!!

 

I worked on the YYC international expansion, our crew had a Kubota, diesel. I freaking love that machine. It was funny touring around the airport in it waving at cops...lol

 

I again strongly stand behind the 855d xuv I have. I load it up and go up and down steep hills without issues. I never feel like I am lacking power. I also load it up mid winter and drive through a foot of snow and with common sense do not get it stuck. I know other machines , the Polaris for example are quieter and are more comfortable, but just do not feel as tough or powerful. If 90 plus percent of your work is on relatively flat ground the diesel may be overkill. Keep us updated!

 

We've had our Honda Big Red now for ten years. Hauled allot wood and pulled many big logs out of the woods with it. We like that it has no belt to worry about breaking. Very quiet too. Over 5,000 miles on her with zero issues so far. This I value the most in a UTV.

 

That's a good testimonial! Don't see many Hondas for sale around here but don't really know why. I see y'all are just east of Madison. We go through Madison on our way to Phillips in October to hunt Grouse with Woodcock as bonus birds. We burn more boot leather than bag birds however . Like the fact that generally the weather is much cooler and super nice camping weather!

 

Not many for sale here either. I'm thinking cuz of the reliability people just hang on to them for many years. Lots of Polaris UTV's though.

 

I'm partial to Kawasaki. All my rural neighbors have had a variation of the above mentioned machines. They all have their specific needs such as speed on trails to farming use. The one thing they all agree on is Kawis are a pulling, work hard machine. My use was strictly agriculture and pulling logs. You will give up speed, but the power is unforgiving. Search all the specific forums related to your machine of choice. The Kawis are quiet and the fold down seat is a bonus when not in use for the additional bed space. It's never let me down.

 

Does anyone know who manufactured the Huskvarna UTV? It looks very much like the Club Car Carry All that was actually produced by Ingersoll Rand subsidiary.

 

Looking forward to seeing where your selection lands….unless I missed it! I stay on my property my first the most part, therefore the top speed is fine. If you plan for soMe longer trips, the speed might be essential and I think you will be fine. Good luck

 

You haven't missed anything. I have yet to find the machine that is in decent condition, not priced as if brand new back in 2005 and within reasonable distance to go see. Rest assured after bothering y'all with all of my questions I will post with pictures as soon as a UTV hits my place

 

We have a 1140 Kubota. Perfect for our family of 5 counting the dog. It is heavy, not the best in the mud. We have busted through some deep snow with it. It’s one year old with 1000 miles on it. We love it.

 

Well, since I was the one who started this party I owe everyone an update to close it out! (Personally don’t like it when the OP just disappears )

Anyway, finally found a well cared for preowned Kawasaki 4010 with 4wd and locking differential that while not inexpensive was less than new pricing.

I think it will serve our needs well…not a fast machine but being within a couple months of being 72, slower is much more preferable.

Really wanted a Gator but just couldn’t locate the right one to investigate that wasn’t 4 hrs away or brand new $$

Thanks for all of the help!!

Edit: The machine also has H - L Range, almost forgot!