Product description
What happens when a Mule 610 4×4 is crossed with a Teryx? A Mule 610 4×4 XC is born. With its dirt-worthy design, it will transport those who seek to go slightly father afield from the job site. And with an XC designation revealing its off-road motives, the Mule 610 4×4 XC is loaded with great features designed to hold up better to the rigors of off-road riding.
The Mule XCs off-road ability is enhanced by its aggressive, 26-inch Maxxis Bighorn 2.0 radial tires, each of which is mounted on a 12-inch wheel. A load of features, including a slightly wider track and ground clearance, complement the XCs bold nature, infusing it with a healthy dose of what can only be described as cool factor.
The standard Mule 610 4×4 can go just about anywhere, but the new 4×4 XC takes that functionality quite a few steps further. Not only do those burly 26-inch Maxxis tires provide loads more traction, their extra width increases the Mules track by 1.3 inches. Their greater height also gives this Mule a full 8.1 inches of ground clearance. Combined with longer front and rear suspension, this helps the Mule climb over larger obstacles, while standard skid plates protect vital systems.
When designing the XC, Kawasaki engineers made room for those large tires by kicking the Mules front bumper forward 1.2 inches. And while they were at it, the team added sporty graphics, a comfortable seat covered in a pliable material and a small-diameter sport steering wheel lifted straight from the Kawasaki Teryx.
In spite of its wide-ranging capabilities and radical design, you can be sure of the XCs reliable and economical drivetrain. A durable, 401cc fan-cooled overhead-valve engine mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT) feeds power to all four wheels as needed, and simple automotive controls mean it couldnt be much easier to operate. An enrichening system partially opens the throttle for easy engine starts, hot or cold, and the Mule can be started in forward (Hi or Lo) or reverse gear, provided the brake pedal is applied. Select 2WD or 4WD and away you go.
MacPherson strut front suspension and rack-and-pinion steering combine great bump absorption with light handling, while the Mules mid-engine layout and swingarm rear suspension provide plentiful traction in back. A powerful braking system brings it all to a reliable halt.
As fun as it looks, the XC is all about hard work. A special black-texture paint applied to its 400-pound-capacity all-steel tilting cargo bed allows even greater aesthetics and durability, while a 1,100-pound towing capacity means you can haul whatever gear you need. Dual cup holders help keep riders hydrated while on the clock, a capacious glove box can carry more than just gloves, and the front hood pops open to reveal more than 12 gallons worth of storage. Popular accessories include an enclosed cab, snow plow, winch and soft or hard tops, all available through Kawasaki dealers.
Kawasaki Mule 610 4×4 XC Specifications
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Engine
Four-stroke, fan-cooled single, OHV
Displacement
401cc
Bore x Stroke
82 x 76mm
Compression ratio
8.6:1
Carburetor
Nikki 6C1026
Air filter
Snorkel-type with two-stage dry replaceable element
Oil filter
Automotive-type spin-on canister
Ignition
Magneto and transistor
Electrical
12V DC, 14 amp-hour battery, alternator
Transmission
Continuously variable transmission with high and low range, plus reverse
Final drive
Shaft-driven selectable four-wheel drive, dual-mode rear differential
Exhaust
Muffler with USFS-approved spark arrestor
Front Tire Size
AT26 x 9R -12 Maxxis tubeless
Rear Tire Size
AT26 x 9R -12 Maxxis tubeless
Front suspension / wheel travel
Independent, MacPherson strut / 3.1 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel
Unit swing axle, adjustable shocks / 3.1 in.
Steering
Rack and pinion
Brakes
Four-wheel hydraulic drums, triple sealed
Fuel capacity
4.1 gal.
Curb weight
1,052 lbs.
Overall length
108.5 in.
Overall width
52.0 in.
Overall height
73.8 in.
Wheelbase
70.1 in.
Ground clearance
8.1 in.
Roll over protective structure (ROPS)
This structure meets ROPS requirements for wheeled tractors under SAE J1194, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, and 7.5. This structure also meets FMVSS 216 Roof Crush resistance requirement
Cargo bed dimensions (LxWxH)
41.1 x 35.4 x 9.6 in. / 8.08 cu. ft.
Load capacity
926 lbs.
Cargo Bed Capacity
400 lbs.
Towing capacity
1,100 lbs.
Turning radius
11.8 ft. (differential unlocked)
Top speed
25 mph, governed
Lighting
(2) 35-watt sealed-beam headlights, (2) 5/21-watt taillight/stoplight
Instruments
Oil light, hour meter
Color Choices
Super Black
Warranty
12 months
Good Times Protection Plan
12, 24, 36 or 48 months
Tags: Kawasaki, Kawasaki Mule, Mule 610
