Need some advise/input here please

idaho181 · 2009-05-23 18:58:18

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I'm looking to purchase my first ATV/Utility Polaris. I'm looking at the HD and need some info on what to go with. I need to carry two people...side by side if that's best. I have 160 acres in central Idaho that has all kinds of terrain. 75 acres is flat with pasture. 84 acres has a draw and a canyon with mild slopes to heavily treed canyon cliffs. There are some wet springs crossing the southern section of the property so I will need 4x4. Got work to do on fence as well as putting in a small culvert. Elevation is at 2800 ft. Will the side by side be the best all round for this? At times I will carry 3 folks but for the most part it will be me and my wife.

66cummins · 2009-05-23 19:01:44

You can't go wrong with a sxs. It will work perfect for what you are doing.

idaho181 · 2009-05-23 19:18:42

You can't go wrong with a sxs. It will work perfect for what you are doing.

How about the MSRP prices listed on the Polaris web site? Are these numbers hard? I also have questions on the reliability aspects of these units. Like I mentioned ...this will be my first unit and the property is a long way from where I'm going to purchase it. Any idea on what that small utility front end loader costs? The best I could come up with on the Polaris site was prices on the Artic line of blades. They priced it out in a bunch of pieces. Looks like it's another $800 or so. Am I on the right track with this? There will be some gravel needing to be pushed over about 20 ft of culvert. Also....will this SXS be good for just knocking around in the desert if I get a trailer for it?

Thanks

Titan · 2009-05-23 19:43:45

sounds like you need something like this. But they cost alot more than a regular side x side for sure. I dont see any other side x side with a bucket on it thoe but im thinking this will out work anything else and that sounds like what your looking for. $30.000+ ouch

Everything you could ask about this you should be able to find on theis sites.
http://www.utvguide.net/bobcat_toolcat.htm
http://www.alexpowerequipment.com/

idaho181 · 2009-05-23 19:54:21

sounds like you need something like this. But they cost alot more than a regular side x side for sure. I dont see any other side x side with a bucket on it thoe but im thinking this will out work anything else and that sounds like what your looking for. $30.000+ ouch

Everything you could ask about this you should be able to find on theis sites.
http://www.utvguide.net/bobcat_toolcat.htm
http://www.alexpowerequipment.com/

I think you're correct. Thanks for the links. When the dollars add up that high it's time to look at a Bob Cat. I just have to keep in mind the primary use is for getting from one place to another with some fun. I could just rent a backhoe I guess. Man....kinda got off the track here. I appreciate the info....I think I just need to focus on the fun portion of use for the property. I'm torn between a 2up vs a side by side. Thanks. Appreciate it.

Titan · 2009-05-23 20:04:02

if your looking into more fun than work but still plan on doing some work get a Yamaha Rhino 700, its a well proven machine small enuf to fit in tight places and tough enuff to do work.

I own a Rhino 700 and I work the hell out of it all year plowing snow and mowing grass and Im still able to enjoy just horsing around with it as well and I have yet to find a problem with it or have any kind of trouble. In my opinion I think its the best all around UTV.

idaho181 · 2009-05-23 20:14:56

Is the Rhino a viable 2up? I will check it out ...thanks

Badley · 2009-05-26 09:59:18

SXS definately. Although, with all the guys selling their ATV's (to buy a SXS) you could probably find a killer deal on an ATV I would rent a small backhoe for the culvert job and use the SXS for for fencing and fun. If you need to carry 3 people and will be hauling loads, the Ranger HD would be perfect. I am partial to the Rhino also... and now the RZR S

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