tractortad
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- Joined
- Feb 12, 2007
- Messages
- 10
- Location
- Lexington, VA
- Tractor
- 2000 JD 5510 (4x4), 1957 JD 720, 1957 JD 520,1954 JD 40U, 1936 JD A, 1948 JD Styled D
We own a new XUV Gator and have similar hilly property in the Shenandoah Valley near Lexington, VA. An XUV Gator will do all the things that you are looking for, just like most of the other UTVs that have been described on this thread. You should go test drive them to see which one will suit your needs and preference best. One of the big differences between a Gator and a Kubota RTV 900 is the Kubota's hydrostatic transmission. This gives it significant engine braking power when going downhill with a full load - however, it will also apply that engine braking power on flat terrain when you let your foot off the gas. The gator will coast down a hill, requiring constant braking to stay at a safe speed. Both will work, but there is a big difference on how they feel when you drive them. Another feature you definitely want to look into is a power lift dump for the bed - both Kubota and Deere offer this an an option.