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Polaris Ranger - Kawasaki Mule - Yamaha Rhino - Honda Big Red
Posted on 11/16/10 at 1:23 pm
Posted on 11/16/10 at 1:23 pm
Add John Deere Gator, Bobcat, and Kubota's models......
Who has 1 or more, .... and an opinion about either?
We have 2 Polaris Rangers at our duck camp and I think they are absolute horses. The gumbo we drive in is nasty, and these 2 beasts cannot be beat. We have pulled our Mules and Rhinos....a bunch.
That being said, my dad is shopping for a new buggy (had a 2 wheel drive snapper forever).....and has Kawasaki's Mule stuck on his brain. A couple of his buddies have them, but I am sold on the Polaris.
Our usages are very different, but he will be buying a 4x4....he works at his farm hauling, goofing off....and drives from the camp to his deer stand on pretty dry ground.................and my use is all in gumbo/mud.
Anyone really happy, really upset with their units?
He found a Kawasaki 610 for sale that was a good price....but backed off of it when he learned the engine was a 410cc. Wants a little bigger engine.........
Thanks in advance for insight......
Yes, i have scoured the comparisons on the internet.......
Who has 1 or more, .... and an opinion about either?
We have 2 Polaris Rangers at our duck camp and I think they are absolute horses. The gumbo we drive in is nasty, and these 2 beasts cannot be beat. We have pulled our Mules and Rhinos....a bunch.
That being said, my dad is shopping for a new buggy (had a 2 wheel drive snapper forever).....and has Kawasaki's Mule stuck on his brain. A couple of his buddies have them, but I am sold on the Polaris.
Our usages are very different, but he will be buying a 4x4....he works at his farm hauling, goofing off....and drives from the camp to his deer stand on pretty dry ground.................and my use is all in gumbo/mud.
Anyone really happy, really upset with their units?
He found a Kawasaki 610 for sale that was a good price....but backed off of it when he learned the engine was a 410cc. Wants a little bigger engine.........
Thanks in advance for insight......
Yes, i have scoured the comparisons on the internet.......
This post was edited on 11/16/10 at 1:25 pm
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Posted on 11/16/10 at 1:29 pm to bossflossjr
I'd probably get a Gator if I were him, it's designed for farm use.
Kubota is too heavy.
I like the Polaris and plan on getting one hopefully soon.
The Honda Big Red is nice but dear Lord is that thing wide.
Others, I don't know enough to respond.
Kubota is too heavy.
I like the Polaris and plan on getting one hopefully soon.
The Honda Big Red is nice but dear Lord is that thing wide.
Others, I don't know enough to respond.
Posted on 11/16/10 at 1:30 pm to bossflossjr
my buddy has a RZR and he talks about how awesome it is. I have never ridden in it... Just going by his words.
Posted on 11/16/10 at 1:35 pm to bossflossjr
my uncle has a ranger and it does everything we ask of it. he doesnt put it to the test too often so its hard to say what it can handle. My buddy has a rhino and it is a freaking tank. Its still under 15 hours but it has been some VERY hard hours. he rags it left and right and it just keeps on ticking like nothing.
Posted on 11/16/10 at 2:10 pm to bossflossjr
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Polaris Ranger
My hunting buddy has one, I'm suprised he follows me (Honda Rancher 350: older, lighter carburated one) in some of the places I go. The ranger looks big and heavy, but I have never seen him stick it.
Posted on 11/16/10 at 2:21 pm to Clyde Tipton
I like the shite out of my Rhino. Had it for about 4 years with no complaints other than the brakes squeal like a pig.
Posted on 11/16/10 at 2:33 pm to bossflossjr
i just went through this same bit of research and we decided to go with a ranger, even though we bought a used one
my buddy who sells several different brands told me the polaris was hands down the best
the mules are solid, but a little slow for my taste
we got a polaris ranger 700
my buddy who sells several different brands told me the polaris was hands down the best
the mules are solid, but a little slow for my taste
we got a polaris ranger 700
Posted on 11/16/10 at 3:19 pm to Croacka
Ditto to the Rhino brakes squealing. I've put numerous sets of aftermarket brakes on mine and they all do the same thing.
Other than that, though, I've been pretty happy with it.
Other than that, though, I've been pretty happy with it.
Posted on 11/16/10 at 3:26 pm to bossflossjr
Bad Boy Buggy FTW
Posted on 11/16/10 at 4:07 pm to bossflossjr
We have 3010 Mule and 4010 Diesel Mule. The 4010 is unbelievable. We use the 4010 more as a workhorse. They are great for the camphouse as well as the farm.
Posted on 11/16/10 at 4:12 pm to BayouBengalinBama
I have a JD Gator. Perfect for farm work, not so much for rough terrain. Mine is the traditional 2x4, they do make newer models in 4x4 with bigger engines. Our main use is in pastures carrying feed / hay etc. I do not ue it to hunt with - Honda foreman does that
One big dislike I have is that it is a open belt drive (I can see this slipping in wet stuff). Also has the smaller single cylinder motor (basically a 15 HP lawnmower engine. Would prefer something more like an ATV engine.
One big dislike I have is that it is a open belt drive (I can see this slipping in wet stuff). Also has the smaller single cylinder motor (basically a 15 HP lawnmower engine. Would prefer something more like an ATV engine.
Posted on 11/16/10 at 4:28 pm to Chris4x4gill2
i pushed for Polaris.....looks like he is going to buy the bigger engine Mule.....they are just so slow tho!
Posted on 11/16/10 at 4:29 pm to Chris4x4gill2
We had an Artic Cat Prowler. Needs bigger than stock tires, but it was good.
Buddy runs the Rhino. Its a beast.
Buddy runs the Rhino. Its a beast.
Posted on 11/16/10 at 4:29 pm to bossflossjr
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looks like he is going to buy the bigger engine Mule
Well, get the 6 seater...
It's nice for field parties cartin' women folk around.Posted on 11/16/10 at 4:30 pm to bossflossjr
That sucks. Mules are for hauling hay and construction sites. They aint worth a shite for hunting.
This post was edited on 11/16/10 at 4:30 pm
Posted on 11/16/10 at 5:01 pm to LSUballs
We have a few rangers at the place I work. One of the Rangers get used multiple times a day and where we work it can be very dusty. The air filter on the Ranger is not designed to catch fine/small dust. We find all this out when one of the Rangers engine blew up. We brought it to the polaris dealer and there was sand and dust in the motor from the poor quality air filter. Needless to say they did not repair the vehicle. 
kinda sucked.
kinda sucked.Posted on 11/16/10 at 5:02 pm to LSUballs
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That sucks. Mules are for hauling hay and construction sites. They aint worth a shite for hunting.
thats my impression for the ones we have pulled out of hte mud for camp neighbors.......
dad doesnt get in the mud much tho
Posted on 11/16/10 at 6:57 pm to bossflossjr
Hard to beat a Kubota engine...they make a gas and diesel model and 4wd is standard. They are also shaft driven (big plus) so you dont have exposed belts, clutches etc. They also have a heavy dutier suspension. In addition to that, you can purchase the warranty for it (VERY MINIMAL per month). You could put a brick on the gas and roll it in a lake and it will be covered (literally) All have their differences...really just kind of depends on what you are doing with it.
Posted on 11/16/10 at 7:10 pm to warner4pres
I have the polaris ranger crew and I love it. It does everything I ask of it.
Posted on 11/16/10 at 7:18 pm to El Josey Wales
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I have the polaris ranger crew and I love it. It does everything I ask of it.
Get Josey to tell you how important it is to have a spare tire for the trailer that hauls such a fine piece of equipment.
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