2011
Kawasaki MULE 600 Utility Vehicle
Key Features
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| At a glance… |
• Rugged and compact off-road utility vehicle
• Easy to use, with low operating costs
• Can be easily transported in the bed of a full-size pickup
• Can tow up to 1,100 pounds with optional Kawasaki trailer hitch installed |
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| Fan-cooled, Single-cylinder Engine |
• Simple, lightweight, durable and quiet 401cc four-stroke engine
• Modern four-stroke overhead valve design for efficient running and good fuel economy
• Cooling fan helps the engine maintain an ideal operating temperature |
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| Easy Starting |
• Choke opens throttle during starting so accelerator pedal does not need to be depressed
• Can be started in gear by depressing brake pedal |
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| Gear Driven Engine Balancer |
• Balance weight moves opposite the piston, dramatically reducing vibration, minimizing noise and wear
• Maximizes operator comfort and diminishes fatigue |
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| Environmentally Friendly Emissions |
• Carburetor settings reduce exhaust emissions
• Positive crankcase ventilation system recycles blow-by gases to the intake tract to be burned in the engine
• Muffler has USFS-approved spark arrestor
• California models have a check valve on the fuel tank/charcoal canister connector hose to prevent gasoline from entering the canister when operating on inclines or over rough terrain |
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| Kawasaki Automatic Power-drive System (KAPS) |
• Simple and lightweight CVT is fully automatic and keeps engine speed in the most efficient range for any selected vehicle speed, load or terrain
• An open-sided drive pulley keeps cool for longer belt life
• Belt deflection can be easily adjusted by changing shim thickness of the adjuster bolt located on the outside of the driven converter
• Cooling air flows in from a vent in the cab frame through a special air filter, which keeps out water and dust for increased belt life
• Long-wearing double cog CVT belt |
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| Dual-mode Differential |
• Locked mode for maximum traction in difficult conditions
• Unlocked mode decreases turning radius and minimizes ground disturbance – great for use on grass |
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| Rack-and-pinion Steering |
• Rack-and-pinion steering helps to keep steering light and accurate, which makes maneuvering in tight working quarters a snap
• Durable, simple and easy to maintain |
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| MacPherson Strut Independent Front Suspension |
• Comfortable ride and excellent load-carrying capability
• Simple, rugged single A-arm design offers tight turning radius for extra maneuverability |
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| Unit Swingarm Rear Suspension |
• Unique design places engine and rear wheels on a sub-frame with a mid-point pivot
• Isolates vibration
• Can handle heavy loads, yet provides a comfortable ride even with an empty cargo bed |
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| Off-road Tires |
• Special tread pattern and 22-inch tires enhance off-road traction and ride quality while reducing tire wear |
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| Chassis |
• Self-adjusting, hydraulic drum brakes at all four wheels provide ample stopping power
• Front grille includes space for mounting a 3,000-pound capacity winch
• Compact, lightweight and easy to transport to the job; easily fits in the bed of a full-sized pickup
• Bench seat is spacious and comfortable for two
• Durable plastic body panels resist dents, while color is molded in for long-lasting good looks |
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| Safety Equipment |
• Meets Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) requirements for wheeled tractors under SAE J1194, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.4, and 7.5; also meets FMVSS 216 roof crush resistance requirement
• Two seat belts
• Speed limited to 25 mph |
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| Ample Storage |
• Large storage tub under the hood with four D-rings to secure the load
• Passenger side glove box
• Cup holders located at each side of the front hood by the dash |
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| Tilting Cargo Bed |
• Steel cargo bed can carry up to 400 pounds and tilts for unloading
• Thick tailgate panel and secure latching tailgate locking pins reduce vibration and noise, and add durability |
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| Simple Maintenance |
• Crankcase oil level dipstick
• Dual element air cleaner
• CVT cover has a convenient drain plug |
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| Cab Features |
• Automotive-style dash designed for ease of use with easy reach controls
• Standard equipment hour meter makes maintenance intervals easy to track
• Fuel gauge
• Oil temperature warning light
• Gear selector for Forward, Neutral and Reverse
• Differential locking lever
• Convenient parking brake
• Headlight switch for powerful and stylish 35-watt headlights
• New brake pedal lever shape and longer length |
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| Popular Accessory Items |
• Soft or Hard Top
• Windshield
• Winch
• Enclosed Cab
• Snow Plow |
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