Ace_of_Hearts 1,079 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 We are looking at a Kawasaki Mule for the club. Any advice would be appreciated. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sassnetguy50 291 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Which mule model and what will it be doing at the club? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Perro Del Diablo 3,244 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Good little utility vehical. depend on intended use 4 seat vs 2, and 4x4 option could be useful. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sassnetguy50 291 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 2 hours ago, Perro Del Diablo said: Good little utility vehical. depend on intended use 4 seat vs 2, and 4x4 option could be useful. Also a 3 & 6 seat option. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ace_of_Hearts 1,079 Posted November 7, 2020 Author Share Posted November 7, 2020 Right now we are using an ATV. It has minimum carrying capacity for hand tools/paint/stuff. It only has one person capability. Looking to carry to same tools/paint/stuff. Driver and one passenger, cases of water, various small stuff. Size = Has to be able to fit into a pickup bed. Limited storage space when not in use. We were eyeballing the Mule 4000 because - Water cooled (Its Southern Nevada - Summers = 120 degrees). Size, under $10,000.00 new, 2 passenger, Two cylinder instead of one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Loophole LaRue, SASS #51438 3,151 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 8 minutes ago, Ace_of_Hearts said: Size = Has to be able to fit into a pickup bed. Given your other parameters, I'd use the pick-up instead...... LL 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ace_of_Hearts 1,079 Posted November 7, 2020 Author Share Posted November 7, 2020 (edited) 15 minutes ago, Loophole LaRue, SASS #51438 said: Given your other parameters, I'd use the pick-up instead...... LL We have a pickup. It is too big to get in and out of the individual bays. And as soon as you can figure out how to park a pickup in the space of a pickup bed you may be on to something. We have to park the UTV INSIDE a storage box 28 days a month. Edited November 7, 2020 by Ace_of_Hearts Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Happy Jack, SASS #20451 476 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 I have a Mule Diesel. It is the full size one though. Amazing vehicle. Runs SLOW but I am in no hurry. Considering your size requirements you should look at the John Deere utility vehicles if you are only using it around the range. Much better hauling capacity/size than anything else. No roll cage like a UTV but great equipment. I think they come in gas or diesel. look seriously at them. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sassnetguy50 291 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 1 hour ago, Ace_of_Hearts said: We have a pickup. It is too big to get in and out of the individual bays. And as soon as you can figure out how to park a pickup in the space of a pickup bed you may be on to something. We have to park the UTV INSIDE a storage box 28 days a month. The Eaton mini truck fits inside a half ton bed. The Mule 4000 is too wide for a lot of beds, some of the newer trucks will fit it with an inch of give on either side. The Mule 4010 weighs a little more but gets you power steering, Hi/Low trans, selectable 4x4, it’ll can be right at $10k depending on your state and dealer. The power steering is really nice for aging shoulders when you’re backing in and out of stalls. For your described use, a utility cart (golf cart with box) should be a better fit. They do not meet your parameters because carts typically use an air cooled, single cylinder engine or electric. If you’re worried about heat, look at what the golf courses use. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Trigger Mike 995 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Honda pioneer 500 sxs. Fits inside my pickup bed. Designed for atv trails where a regular sxs is for forbidden. Has a rack on back but can put a back seat that lays flat like a bed. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Happy Jack, SASS #20451 476 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Ace: look at the John Deere TS4X2 Perfect for the job you describe and about $7400 new. Do you need to haul it in the back of a pickup or are you just making that as a general size requirement??? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Okie Sawbones, SASS #77381 859 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 (edited) The Mule is 62" wide and 117" long. Get a cheap trailer and tow it. Edited November 7, 2020 by Okie Sawbones, SASS #77381 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ace_of_Hearts 1,079 Posted November 8, 2020 Author Share Posted November 8, 2020 2 hours ago, sassnetguy50 said: The Eaton mini truck fits inside a half ton bed. The Mule 4000 is too wide for a lot of beds, some of the newer trucks will fit it with an inch of give on either side. The Mule 4010 weighs a little more but gets you power steering, Hi/Low trans, selectable 4x4, it’ll can be right at $10k depending on your state and dealer. The power steering is really nice for aging shoulders when you’re backing in and out of stalls. For your described use, a utility cart (golf cart with box) should be a better fit. They do not meet your parameters because carts typically use an air cooled, single cylinder engine or electric. If you’re worried about heat, look at what the golf courses use. The size of the vehicle was to give a reference to how much room we had inside the storage box. We will not be transporting it anywhere unless on a trailer for maintenance. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sedalia Dave 12,002 Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 Get a purpose built trailer to tow behind your current ATV. Will save a lot of money. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sassnetguy50 291 Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 1 hour ago, Ace_of_Hearts said: The size of the vehicle was to give a reference to how much room we had inside the storage box. We will not be transporting it anywhere unless on a trailer for maintenance. Ah. The Mule 4000 is overbuilt for your use which means it will last longer than the club will use it. Eventually the $600 clutch will need replaced instead of rebuilt. Otherwise it’ll just need some basic UTV maintenance. A bed mat is a nice addition to cut down on tool rattle. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ace_of_Hearts 1,079 Posted November 8, 2020 Author Share Posted November 8, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, Sedalia Dave said: Get a purpose built trailer to tow behind your current ATV. Will save a lot of money. WE DON'T HAVE THE ROOM TO STORE A TRAILER AND AN ATV We can't haul passengers in a trailer. Edited November 8, 2020 by Ace_of_Hearts Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Assassin 1,500 Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 I have a Kawasaki 610. It works great. Pulls a trailer really well, I'm sure it's overloaded most of the time. Although, the range is pretty flat here in Cheyenne. No, it is not fast, it is comfortable and easy to get in and out of. Starts easily and has not let me down in the 6 years I've owned it. It will fit in the back of a pick up. Mine has the bigger tires and roof. I see them for sale used for $5-6k. I also haul firewood and pull my log splitter. Cooper dog loves to ride on the front seat. It's very easy to operate, the gals like to use it to pick up score shoots at our shooting events. Much better than a pick up or ATV. The 4010 is a bigger machine and has a higher towing capacity, it does not maneuver as easily as the 410. One of the best investments I've ever made, I use my Mule numerous times weekly. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ace_of_Hearts 1,079 Posted November 8, 2020 Author Share Posted November 8, 2020 (edited) 4 hours ago, Happy Jack, SASS #20451 said: Ace: look at the John Deere TS4X2 Perfect for the job you describe and about $7400 new. Do you need to haul it in the back of a pickup or are you just making that as a general size requirement??? Interesting option. Except it is air cooled. Edited November 8, 2020 by Ace_of_Hearts Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Okie Sawbones, SASS #77381 859 Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 17 hours ago, Ace_of_Hearts said: WE DON'T HAVE THE ROOM TO STORE A TRAILER AND AN ATV We can't haul passengers in a trailer. Sure you can. You can stack them 3 high, 2 wide, 2 long -- at least a dozen. You might need tie downs. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rooster Ron Wayne 1,464 Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 I have a 2019 Mule SX 4x4 . We love the toughness of the Mule. Much more power and usefulness over a golf cart. And with the dump box on the back , you can install the jump seat to carry two or three more people. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
J. Mark Flint #31954 LIFE 2,022 Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 I am not riding in the dump bed. (It had to be said) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Happy Jack, SASS #20451 476 Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 Ace, I know it is air cooled BUT it is a Deere. Not your typical cheap stuff. I know the NPS uses them at Joshua, Zion, etc. I would talk to a dealer before I dismissed it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sassnetguy50 291 Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 12 hours ago, Rooster Ron Wayne said: I have a 2019 Mule SX 4x4 . We love the toughness of the Mule. Much more power and usefulness over a golf cart. And with the dump box on the back , you can install the jump seat to carry two or three more people. I agree the SX can be more useful with it’s lockable rear end, stronger brakes, stiffer frame and suspension system. For the sake of honesty, the Kawasaki FJ400 engine has been used in golf carts since 2008. So it is the same power as a golf cart. The Kawasaki SX does not have the transmission speed governor system of the golf carts so it’ll run out to 25mph. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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