A utility vehicle is one that is normally motorized and is intended to carry out a specific task with more effectiveness than a general-purpose vehicle. These vehicles can be used for commercial, transportation, and recreational activities. If engaging in off-road operations, utility vehicles are highly beneficial.

Types of Utility Vehicles

• Armored

• Mainly used by military; military tanks, trucks

• Coupe or Tray

• Also known as a pick-up truck. This vehicle features a coupe passenger compartment with an attached cargo bed, low profile road tires, low ground clearance

• Crossover

• Designed on a car frame, with little off-road capacity

• Electric

• Ran by deep-cycle batteries; can be registered as a motorcycle in many states

• Light Equipment

• Vehicles with a flatbed that is added to an all-terrain vehicle; typically used as a maintenance vehicle

• Sports

• Specially designed for rough terrain, mostly off-road, conquering light to heavy duty jobs. Sports utility vehicles are regularly equipped with 4-wheel drive, giving them the ability to blaze through water and climb over raised areas

• Utility Terrain

• Longer and wider than ATV’S, running payloads from 800-1350 lbs.

Primary Uses                                                                                                                      

• Farms

• Working on a farm can be problematic at times, due to how large they can be and how many duties need done. Using a utility vehicle to get from one task to another can increase productivity.  

• Hunting Trips

• Devoted hunters often use utility vehicles out in the wild.  These utility vehicles are able to endure what nature brings them and are a huge help when covering a lot of land. Hunters are able to carry all of their gear as well as any game they may catch while out in the woods

• Large Venues

• At venues, utility vehicles are commonly used to transport supplies. Often times it can be challenging to move from one side to another when there is a large amount of people in a condensed area. With utility vehicles, you can move quickly through a crowd much easier.

Compatible Attachments

• Angle Broom

• Clear away dirt, dried mud, light snow and other debris

• Effective on driveways, sidewalks, parking lots, loading docks, warehouses, etc.

• Dethatch lawns for new growth or reseeding

• Bucket

• Tow away ashes, grain, wood chips, snow and other materials

• Great for loading, digging, light-duty grading and dragging

• Mower

• Cut lawns, parks, large acreages, cemeteries, golf course and athletic fields

• Pallet Fork

• Move pallets of seed, concrete, landscaping pavers or other materials

• Transport building supplies

• Unload freight, lumber, shingles, siding, fencing and block

• Snow Blade

• Remove light to moderate snow on sidewalks and driveways

• Push snow and other loose materials

• Snow blower

• Clear snow off driveways, sidewalks and parking lots

• Sprayer

• Spray lawns, parks, pastures, golf courses, cemeteries and other small to moderate acreages

• Spreader

• Maintain parking lots, sidewalks, driveways and alleys

Preventative Maintenance Tips

• Brake System

• Check brake fluid and add more as needed

• Ensure the park brake cable tension is accurate

• Check brake pad wear regularly

• Throttle

• Ensure of proper movement

• Inspect the cable for damage and replace if necessary; if utility vehicle is stored in an enclosed structure through winter, there is a high chance of rodent damage

• Wiring System

• Check for rodent damage

• Inspect for wear and routing, and apply dielectric grease to connectors subjected to water, mud and other elements

• Drive Belt

• Check for cracks; clicking indicates a cracked part of the belt spinning over the clutch. Replace the drive belt instantaneously. In addition, clean clutches and replace worn parts.

• Keep Machine Cool

• Inspect, clean and replace (if needed) the engine air filter, pre-filter, and breather filter

• Check all air intake line and throttle body for leaks

• Replace engine coolant at elected intervals

• Repair any leaks in the radiator and clean outside surfaces

[Links to Equipment Type Guides/Manuals]

• http://www.deere.com/en_US/docs/html/brochures/publication.html?id=5e1fa329#6

• http://www.deere.com/en_US/docs/html/brochures/publication.html?id=a190b56a

[Links to Equipment Type Video]

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S35GVtUr0gM

• https://www.deere.com/en_US/products/equipment/gator_utility_vehicles/crossover_utility_vehicles/gator_comparisons_video_gallery.page

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