The 2024 Mule Pro-DXT is Kawasaki’s diesel-powered workhorse side-by-side - opens in new window or tab.. If you’re searching for a heavy-duty, professional-level UTV, Kawasaki’s Pro-DXT Mule (Multi-Use Light Equipment), like the one recently for sale on eBay out of South Haven, Mich., is worth consideration.
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Durable Workhorse
As one of the most recognizable side-by-side utility vehicles - opens in new window or tab., the Kawasaki Mule line is renowned for its durability, versatility, and workhorse capabilities.
Kawasaki introduced the Mule in 1988. The first model, the Mule 1000, was a 1,000-cc, two-wheel-drive utility vehicle for farm work, ranching, and construction job sites. Its focus was on functionality over performance, with a small cargo bed and reliable, turn-key performance.
Since the Mule’s inception, Kawasaki has continued to expand and refine the model lineup, introducing a 4x4 model in 1990 and the first diesel engine model in 1999, the Mule 2510 Diesel. The model appealed to those who wanted the fuel efficiency and durability offered by the diesel engine, and catered to users needing greater torque for heavy-duty work environments and larger payloads. It's well-suited to towing UTV trailers.
From the 2000s until now, Kawasaki has continued to add larger engine displacements, increase payload capacity, and more off-road capabilities. Mule models like the 3010 and 4010 series introduced fuel injection and speed-sensitive electric power steering. The creation of the Mule Pro Series line in 2014 brought larger-sized models with more seating capacity (up to six passengers), more powerful engines, and increased comfort—the ideal combo for work and recreation.
Diesel Power for Work or Play
Today, Kawasaki continues to prioritize power, payload capacity, and comfort with its Mule line. Models like the six-passenger 2024 Pro-DXT FE Diesel EPS in this listing are popular for commercial and recreational use.
Rolling off the production line with a three-cylinder, 993-cc liquid-cooled four-stroke diesel engine, the 2024 Pro-DXT cranks out 38.3 pound-feet of torque at 2,400 rpm. Selectable 2WD/4WD allows one to switch between the two drive modes, with the option to lock the rear differential for more rugged terrain. Ten inches of ground clearance means the Pro-DXT can tackle rugged obstacles with less chance of getting stuck or damaging components, especially when carrying heavy loads. If more ground clearance is desired, model-specific UTV lift kits - opens in new window or tab. are available.
Carrying Capacity Combined with Comfort
With room for up to six passengers, the Pro-DXT’s unique Trans Cab™ System quickly converts from six- to three-passenger mode, which extends the cargo bed length from 22 to 42 inches for more cargo-carrying capacity. The payload capacity is 1,574 pounds, and the tow capacity is 2,000 pounds. Front and rear wishbone suspension with 8.7 inches of travel provides a smooth ride, especially when carrying heavier loads.
Comfort and convenience elements include a spacious interior cabin with padded bench seating, a tilt-adjustable steering wheel, and Electronic Power Steering (EPS). The Mule’s multi-function display provides a mobile command center with everything from the digital speedometer and odometer to dual trip meters and warning indicator lamps.
36 Years of Workhorse SxS Experience
Throughout its 36-year history, the Kawasaki Mule has earned a trusted place in the side-by-side market by combining durability with practical technology and innovations. The 2024 Mule Pro-DXT follows this same design formula. The ability to accommodate three or six passengers, depending on the bed configuration, is like having two UTVs in one. That flexibility has earned the Mule Pro-DXT Diesel a go-to workhorse reputation when reliability and the ability to carry heavy loads in rugged terrain are a must.
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