Work UTV ... narrow down some choices please

EddieWalker · Nov 3, 2015

I think the Gator pretty much set the standard on what a workhorse UTV should be capable of doing. I'm not a fan of Deere, but I sure can appreciate what they accomplished

jcummins · Nov 3, 2015

I've got an 855D Gator...not bad. But there has been those moments when others come over that I wish I had a 2nd seat.

My ideal UTV at this time, would be the Mule Pro-FXT with serious upgrades to the seats....AND a turbo diesel. Can they build it, yes they can.......IF.....the government would let them. We're in the land of the free you know.

EddieWalker · Nov 3, 2015

jcummins said:
My ideal UTV at this time, would be the Mule Pro-FXT with serious upgrades to the seats....AND a turbo diesel. Can they build it, yes they can.......IF.....the government would let them. We're in the land of the free you know.

Except for the diesel engine, that's what we where driving around in two weeks ago when we went hunting in Sonora TX, about a hundred miles North of the border. It was brand new with some aftermarket shocks that he adjusted just before we went out hunting. The half doors where really nice because of all the cactus and brush we drove through. It was very rocky and he never had any problems getting around. Stuff I wouldn't want to walk through, he just drove through it. I'm not sure about top speed, but it does have a speedometer and we clocked his dog running along side of us at 25mph for about a mile when we hit the paved road. It's wider and a lot more comfortable then my Mule. I was in both the back and front seats, which where very comfortable. The dog and an ice chest was in the bed most of the time, but we did add three axis doe and one sika buck back there that took up all the room and then some. The dog just stood on top of the animals. It's tempting to upgrade, but in all reality, it's a lot more machine then I have a need for, or would take advantage of.

jcummins · Nov 3, 2015

The mule has the same gas engine that tge Gator has. I take it tge seats were aftermarket? Drive thru everything..... YEP..... did that with my Teryx and do it now with the Gator.

rod330 · Nov 3, 2015

When I purchased my Deere 850D in 2007, it's primary purpose was to enable my elderly mother to periodically survey her property. Despite the deal I got on the year-end sale, I had to swallow hard writing the check because it seemed like an expensive toy masquerading as a micro truck. I had no idea it would quickly become THE most practical, useful "tool" we've ever owned. It's been used so often for so many purposes, I purchased a 825I for my other property because I just can't imagine not having one. It's no wonder the UTV market has exploded over the past few years. There are lots of great choices nowadays.

jcummins · Nov 3, 2015

EddieWalker said:
Except for the diesel engine, that's what we where driving around in two weeks ago when we went hunting in Sonora TX, about a hundred miles North of the border. It was brand new with some aftermarket shocks that he adjusted just before we went out hunting. The half doors where really nice because of all the cactus and brush we drove through. It was very rocky and he never had any problems getting around. Stuff I wouldn't want to walk through, he just drove through it. I'm not sure about top speed, but it does have a speedometer and we clocked his dog running along side of us at 25mph for about a mile when we hit the paved road. It's wider and a lot more comfortable then my Mule. I was in both the back and front seats, which where very comfortable. The dog and an ice chest was in the bed most of the time, but we did add three axis doe and one sika buck back there that took up all the room and then some. The dog just stood on top of the animals. It's tempting to upgrade, but in all reality, it's a lot more machine then I have a need for, or would take advantage of.

Eddie took a look at Mule Pro FXT Ranch version over the web. It may be the nicest UTV I've seen.

Code54 · Nov 3, 2015

EddieWalker said:
Except for the diesel engine, that's what we where driving around in two weeks ago when we went hunting in Sonora TX, about a hundred miles North of the border. It was brand new with some aftermarket shocks that he adjusted just before we went out hunting. The half doors where really nice because of all the cactus and brush we drove through. It was very rocky and he never had any problems getting around. Stuff I wouldn't want to walk through, he just drove through it. I'm not sure about top speed, but it does have a speedometer and we clocked his dog running along side of us at 25mph for about a mile when we hit the paved road. It's wider and a lot more comfortable then my Mule. I was in both the back and front seats, which where very comfortable. The dog and an ice chest was in the bed most of the time, but we did add three axis doe and one sika buck back there that took up all the room and then some. The dog just stood on top of the animals. It's tempting to upgrade, but in all reality, it's a lot more machine then I have a need for, or would take advantage of.

I bought one of the FXT-Pro last year and am very pleased with it. We use it to hunt, work around the house, run between farms and haul wood. I been very impressed with how well it gets around for as large as it is, and the ability to haul up to 6 and still have a decent bed is really nice. Also not bad on fuel at all!

jcummins · Nov 6, 2015

Guys....this one. Really don't the the seat in the back, but the custom seats...yea.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9yrbbqGPOk

Code54 · Nov 6, 2015

Those are some nice custom seats!!!!!

myyaz33 · Nov 10, 2015

No idea if the OP has decided and too lazy to look.. I just want to say that I am very happy with my Mule Pro Fxt. I felt it was the best combination of everything but not the best in anything specific. Durability, Payload, Ride, Speed. etc... It has it. It won't fit everyone but for me I am very pleased.