Modern-Day Workhorses

A UTV makes the ideal compact workmate for equestrians, capable of handling feed-time chores, arena dragging, and more.

a utV makes the ideal compact workmate for equestrians, capable of handling feed-time chores, arena dragging, and more.

Once upon a time, the typical horse farm needed little more than a single trusty tractor to handle most of the jobs and tasks around the farm. Tractors are still the go-to machine when you need power for big projects, but for many modern-day

JOHN DEERE GATOR

The HPX615E was built for farm and construction work. This UTV comes standard with four-wheel drive, a pickup-style tailgate, and real dumping cargo box with 16.4 cubic feet and 1,000 pounds of storage capacity. www.deere.com tasks, tractors are giving way to utility terrain vehicles (UTVs).

While UTVs can’t match the strength of a tractor, their smaller size and great versatility allows you to easily travel across many acres and accomplish a wide variety of jobs. Check out these 2020 options.

BOBCAT UV34

The gas-powered UV34 features a 900-watt stator for use with a snow blade and other electric-powered accessories. The cargo box, constructed of a composite interior, handles up to 1,250 pounds and 15.6 cubic feet of materials or supplies. The UV34 features an increased tow rating, improved ground clearance, allwheel drive and service access. A diesel version is also available. www.bobcat.com

INTIMIDATOR CLASSIC SERIES

Power options include a 750-cubic-centimeter Kohler gas engine (cargo bed capacity: 1,200 pounds; towing: 2,100 pounds); a 48-volt brushless electric (cargo bed capacity: 700 pounds; towing: 1,500 pounds) or a 1,000-cubic-centimeter Kohler diesel engine (cargo bed capacity: 1,200 pounds; towing: 2,100 pounds). Other key features include bench seats for up to three adult passengers and a full-size bed. www.intimidatorutv.com

POLARIS RANGER 1000

This new model offers more usable low-end grunt for towing and hauling heavy loads. It can tow up to 2,500 pounds and carry 1,000 pounds in the cargo bed. Other features include a more rigid chassis and a total of 18.4 gallons of interior storage space. www.polaris.com