A straight, spec-by-spec look for gator buyers across Ohio and Indiana. The numbers are only half the decision.
The Customer who's looking at the Gator TX Turf is usually managing a golf course, a park, a cemetery, or a large estate where protecting the turf is just as important as getting the job done. They need something nimble and gentle on the ground, not a workhorse that tears up the grass every time they make a turn. That's exactly where the TX Turf lives. The independent spring-over-shock front suspension and those high-floatation, low-pressure rear tires are purpose-built to spread weight and minimize ground disturbance in ways a standard utility vehicle simply isn't designed to do.
Now, we'll be straight with you: the Club Car Carryall 500 does carry more in the box and tow a bit more on paper. If raw payload is your only metric, that's worth noting. But for turf-focused work, the TX Turf's fully enclosed oil-bath final drive means less maintenance exposure and more reliable operation over time. The Club Car's independent rear suspension sounds appealing, but the TX Turf's turf-tire setup is specifically engineered for the surface you're protecting.
Where Koenig really separates itself is what happens after you drive it off the lot. Genuine John Deere parts, local technicians, and service support at our stores across Indiana and Ohio mean your equipment is back running when you need it. Come talk with your local Koenig team and we'll help you match the right Gator to your specific property.
| Specification | John Deere Gator TX Turf | CLUB CAR CARRYALL 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 10.1 kW 13.5 hp | 10.3 kW 14 hp |
| Cargo box dimensions | 1143 x 305 x 1320 mm 45 x 12 x 52 in. | 112.2 x 120.6 x 26.6 cm 44.2 x 47.5 x 10.5 in. |
| Cargo box capacity (weight) | 272 kg 600 lb | 544 kg 1200 lb |
| Towing capacity | 454 kg 1000 lb | 544 kg 1200 lb |
| Front suspension | Independent spring-over-shock, single A-arm | Independent leaf spring with dual hydraulic shocks |
| Rear suspension | Two high-floatation, low pressure tires (solid axles) | Independent leaf spring with dual hydraulic shocks |
| Final drive | Fully enclosed; oil bath | Forward/neutral/reverse |
| Four wheel drive | No | Two-wheel drive only |
| Fuel capacity | 18.9 L 5 U.S. gal. | 20.8 L 5.5 U.S. gal. |
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