John Deere Gator TS 4x2 vs. KUBOTA RTV500
A straight, spec-by-spec look for gator buyers across Ohio and Indiana. The numbers are only half the decision.
Is the John Deere Gator TS 4x2 right for you?
The Customer looking at the Gator TS 4x2 is usually someone who needs a dependable workhorse for a farm, acreage, or property management job where the terrain is relatively open and the priority is hauling material efficiently day after day. That is exactly where this machine shines. The Gator TS carries a 500 lb payload in a cargo box that is noticeably longer and wider than the Kubota RTV500's bed, and it pulls up to 900 lb behind it. Yes, the Kubota edges it on towing at 1,102 lb, and the RTV500 does offer four-wheel drive, which is worth acknowledging honestly. But if your ground is not extreme off-road terrain, the Gator's fully enclosed oil-bath final drive delivers quiet, low-maintenance power transfer that holds up over years of hard use without a lot of fuss.
The Gator TS also gives you a larger fuel tank at 5 gallons, keeping you working longer between fill-ups, and the independent front suspension handles everyday rough ground comfortably. Where the Kubota wins on paper in towing or 4WD capability, most Customers in this category simply do not need those features often enough to trade away the Gator's bigger box and proven drivetrain reliability.
When you factor in genuine John Deere parts availability, the service network our team maintains at stores across Indiana and Ohio, and the Gator's strong resale value, the picture gets clearer. Come talk with us and we can walk you through exactly how this unit fits your property and your workload.
| Specification | John Deere Gator TS 4x2 | KUBOTA RTV500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 10.1 kW 13.5 hp | At 3600 rpm: 15.8 kW 11.8 hp |
| Cargo box dimensions | 1003 x 1245 x 229 mm 39.5 x 49 x 9 in. | 85.6 x 103.2 x 29 cm 33.7 x 40.6 x 11.4 in. |
| Cargo box capacity (weight) | 227 kg 500 lb | 200 kg 441 lb |
| Towing capacity | 408 kg 900 lb | 500 kg 1102 lb |
| Front suspension | Independent spring-over-shock, single A-arm | Independent, MacPherson strut type |
| Rear suspension | Two high-floatation, low pressure tires (solid axles) | Semi-independent, multi-link |
| Final drive | Fully enclosed; oil bath | Hi-Lo range forward, neutral, reverse |
| Four wheel drive | No | Dash lever actuated four-wheel drive system |
| Fuel capacity | 18.9 L 5 U.S. gal. | 20 L 5.2 U.S. gal. |
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