A straight, spec-by-spec look for gator buyers across Ohio and Indiana. The numbers are only half the decision.
The Customer shopping in this space usually manages a golf course, sports complex, cemetery, or large estate where protecting the turf is just as important as getting work done. They need something light on its feet, genuinely capable of hauling, and reliable enough to run every single day without drama. The Gator TX Turf checks those boxes in a straightforward way. Its cargo box carries up to 600 lb compared to the Mule SX's 399 lb rating, and the box itself is meaningfully larger, so whether you are moving mulch, equipment, or supplies, you are making fewer trips. The 5-gallon fuel tank versus the Mule's 4.2 gallons also means less time stopping to refuel during a long day on the property.
The Kawasaki does edge out the Gator on towing capacity by 100 lb, and we will be straight with you about that. But for most turf Customers, payload and box size matter far more day to day than tow rating. The Gator's fully enclosed, oil-bath final drive is also built for longevity with minimal maintenance attention, which matters when you need this machine running every morning without fail.
Beyond the specs, Koenig has stores across Indiana and Ohio, which means genuine John Deere parts, trained technicians, and real uptime support are close by when you need them. Stop in and let us walk you through one in person.
| Specification | John Deere Gator TX Turf | KAWASAKI MULE SX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 10.1 kW 13.5 hp | |
| Cargo box dimensions | 1143 x 305 x 1320 mm 45 x 12 x 52 in. | 90.4 x 104 x 24.4 cm 35.6 x 40.9 x 9.6 in. |
| Cargo box capacity (weight) | 272 kg 600 lb | 181 kg 399 lb |
| Towing capacity | 454 kg 1000 lb | 499 kg 1100 lb |
| Front suspension | Independent spring-over-shock, single A-arm | MacPherson strut Travel: 79 mm 3.1 in. |
| Rear suspension | Two high-floatation, low pressure tires (solid axles) | Unit swingarm Travel: 79 mm 3.1 in. |
| Final drive | Fully enclosed; oil bath | Shaft, dual mode rear differential |
| Four wheel drive | No | No, 2WD |
| Fuel capacity | 18.9 L 5 U.S. gal. | 15.9 L 4.2 U.S. gal. |
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