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 02-16-2005, 09:13 Post: 106220
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 Kawasaki Mule 3010 disel vs Kubota RTV

We are considering buying a kabota work style rtv. Are the Kawasaki's better and if they are how so? Do you know the price? We have a cattle farm - we have looked at the polaris and kabota seems the way to go. Any advice would be appreciated.






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 02-16-2005, 09:38 Post: 106224
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 Kawasaki Mule 3010 disel vs Kubota RTV

The big selling point for me was the difference in the transmissions.

Last I heard, everybody out there is still using rubber drive belts to get the power to the wheels. Belts become troublesome when exposed to water and must be replaced when worn. Kubota adapted the proven 3 speed HST from the 2910 class of tractors to drive the wheels.

The Kawasaki might be quicker (not faster)due to its lighter weight and probably gets a bit more horsepower to the wheels. The RTV transmission takes more horsepower to run.

I think the Kubota design makes it easier to fit with accessories such as windshields and cabs and I believe the are more work vehicle type options for the RTV.

Both diesels, Kawasaki and Kubota are about the same price as basic models... roughly $10K.






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 Kawasaki Mule 3010 disel vs Kubota RTV

We farmed ( row crop & cattle) until semi retirement. Had a Kawasaki 4 wd mule until last December. I sold it and then bought a Kubota RTV 900 without having the oppurnity to really test drive one in the field. I use it every day to feed with and misc chores around the farm. In my opinion they are overated. The transmission is slow (and often difficult) to shift. Also, there is no glove box or standard cargo space under the hood. The power steering is great! Also, Kubota doesn't seem interested in consumer assistance. This was not a problem with Kawasaki. Our Kawasaki wqs early 90's model & used hard. We have to cross water in the pasture EVERY day. This is only my opinion as a Work vehicle.






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