working UTV

Phil705 · 2009-10-06 20:23:39

I am thinking about a UTV to help work our 20 acres of land. I also need enough power to be able to plow snow to supplement what the commercial guys will do. I need to be able to haul tools like a chain saw and gas. And I need the winch to pull small logs off the hillsides. I don't see it being used much for off-road, but I do intend to drive gravel roads to visit neighbors, etc. It needs to be able to carry two passengers at times.

I am a rookie on ATV/UTVs, but I have owned a 6x6 skid steer, so I can manage. It gets cold here, my hills are pretty steep. I'd need chains in the winter.

My working assumption is that a UTV would work better than an ATV, but if that's not true, please pop my bubble.

So, from those guys with experience with working vehicles, please weigh in with your opinions about which vehicle would best meet my needs. Brands, engine size, accessories etc.

Thanks

Phil 705

RANGERDALEXP · 2009-10-07 10:11:21

I would look at one of these two....

Phil705 · 2009-10-07 11:37:18

Thanks. The top picture looks like a Polaris Ranger, but I can't make out the brand or model of the second one.

RANGERDALEXP · 2009-10-07 13:46:09

The top one is a Ranger HD and the bottom one is the Ranger 6x6. The 2010 models all have the 800 EFI engine and the 6x6 looks more like the Ranger HD for 2010 but with 6 wheel drive and a 1750lbs bed capacity. Just make sure that they install the foam kit to reduce the heat from under the dash and make your dealer include it in the deal when you buy it...

This is the Part Number Foam Pad Kit- (2877488)

Titan · 2009-10-07 14:33:32

I plow my yard with a 08 700FI Rhino it does a great job, I use to plow with an older ATV, the Rhino does much better I dont find any need for tire chains and I have had no problems yet.
I also tow a 44 inch mower in the summer and it handles it well. I work the hell out of my Rhino and I dont have any complaints.

The question of what side x side to buy is a double edge knife. Polaris Rangers have a higher towing and weight capacity but I have seen what a Rhino can do and think their work limits are understated.

Phil705 · 2009-10-08 07:10:01

Thanks for the advice. I have some quite steep hills, and when it gets icy I expect that I will need chains. I would plow the first run going downhill. We live at 3500 feet, and get quite a bit of snow in winter. Not as cold as Maine, but can get cold. The Rhino and Polaris both look like good rigs.

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