2012 John Deere Gator XUV550 & 550-S4 **UTVUnderground Exclusive**

[JoeyD23]

The NEW 2012 Lineup, John Deere Gator XUV550 & XUV550-S4


New XUVs Provide Off-Road Performance, Comfort, and Multi-Passenger Capability
John Deere Expands Its Line-Up of GatorTM Crossover Utility Vehicles

CARY, NC — Now it’s easier than ever to conquer tough terrain and bring your buddies and gear along for the ride. The new John Deere GatorTM Mid-Duty XUV 550 and 550 S4 crossover utility vehicles offer off-road performance, improved comfort, cargo versatility, and the ability to transport up to 4 people across the most challenging landscapes.

"These new vehicles provide an unparalleled balance of off-road performance and work capability at a very affordable price," said David Gigandet, tactical marketing manager, Gator utility vehicles. "The new John Deere Gator XUV 550 and 550 S4 are a great compliment to our popular line-up of XUVs, and offer the most comfortable way to get you, your crew, and all your supplies to those hard-to-reach destinations."

With best-in-class, fully independent, double wishbone suspension, the Gator XUV 550 and 550 S4 provide 9-inches of wheel travel, and up to 10.5-inches of ground clearance to smooth out the ride. In addition, for the 550, you can choose from either standard high back bucket seats or bench seats. The 550 S4 comes standard with 2 rows of bench seats.

“Operators will not only appreciate the smooth ride, they’ll love the all new ergonomically designed operator station,” continued Gigandet. “The development of these new Gators started in the operator’s station, so they offer ample leg room, storage and dash mounted, automotive-type, controls.”

The Gator XUV 550 and 550 S4 deliver mid-duty work capability with speed and ease. Both vehicles have a top speed of 28 mph, and 4-wheel drive to quickly traverse all types of terrain. The 16-hp, 570 cc, air-cooled, v-twin gas engine provides greater speed and horsepower than most vehicles in its class, and the cargo box can carry up to 400 lbs of gear. In addition, the 550 is small enough to fit in the bed of a standard pick-up truck.

For a larger crew and cargo versatility, the 550 S4 provides rear seat flexibility. Two additional passengers can be transported in the rear seat, or if more cargo capacity is needed, the rear seat flips down to become a cargo rack.

“The rear seat flexibility in the Gator XUV 550 S4 is truly innovative,” said Gigandet. “The S4 can transport up to 4 people, but for the times when you need to carry more gear, the back seat can become more useful in seconds and increase your cargo space by 32 percent.”

The new Gator XUV 550 models are available in Realtree HardwoodsTM HD Camo or traditional John Deere green and yellow.

There are also over 75 available attachments and accessories to customize all Gator XUV models, such as, cabs, brush guards, and custom alloy wheels.
In addition to the XUV 550 and 550 S4, John Deere also offers the 625i, 825i and the 855D to round out its full line of crossover utility vehicles.
Visit your local John Deere dealer or www.JohnDeere.com/Gator to learn more.
About John Deere

Deere & Company (NYSE: DE) is a world leader in providing advanced products and services and is committed to the success of customers whose work is linked to the land - those who cultivate, harvest, transform, enrich and build upon the land to meet the world’s dramatically increasing need for food, fuel, shelter and infrastructure. Since 1837, John Deere has delivered innovative products of superior quality built on a tradition of integrity. For more information, visit John Deere at its worldwide website at John Deere Home Page Redirect.

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John Deere Gator XUV 550 SPECIFICATIONS

Engine and Electrical
Type 4-cycle gas, Dynamically tuned Carb
Cylinders V-Twin
Valving OHV
Horsepower* 16 (11.9 kw)*
Displacement 570 cc
Maximum torque, ft.-lb. (Nm) 28.6 (38.8) @ 2400 rpm

Iginition type
Solid state 12V

Lubrication
Full pressure

Oil filter
Screw on filter

RPM, idle (no load)
1150

RPM, fast (no load)
4100

Cooling system
Air cooled

Air cleaner
Dry replaceable single element w/remote intake

Muffler
Spark-arresting

Battery
340CCA

Alternator
16 amp @ 4100 rpm, regulated

Headlights
Two 37.5 watt halogen

Fuel System
Capacity, U.S. gal. (L) 4.9 (18.5)
Consumption (half load at avg. speed), U.S. gal./hr. (L/h) 0.8 (3.06)

Fuel pump type
Pulse


System Type
Four-wheel drive system

Front Differential (Engagement)
Limited Slip - lever engagement

Rear Differential (Engagement)
Positive locking, mechanically actuated (hand-operated)

Transmission
Type Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with clutch enclosure
Drive belt Spun top cog, 31 mm wide
Ground speed, mph (km/h) 0-28 (0-45) Hi Forward, 0-21 (0-34) Lo Forward, 0-16 (0-26) Reverse

Transaxle
Two speed, oil bath

Gear Selection
Forward (hi-lo), Netural, Reverse
Overall Reduction Ratio: ---
Low NA
High NA
Reverse NA

Brakes
Four wheel hydraulic disk
Park brake Foot operated, mechanical disk

Bearings
Sealed, double-row ball

Axle
Large diameter half shafts with TPE boots

Suspension and Steering
Suspension, front Fully Independent Dual A-Arm with adjustable coils
Front Susp. Travel (total), in. (mm) 9 (229)
Suspension, rear Independent; H-arm and control link with adjustable coil over shock
Rear Susp. Travel (total), in. (mm) 8 (203 mm)

Steering
Rack and Pinion
Turning radius, ft. (m) 12.3 (3.7)

Hitch
Front Optional 2-in receiver w-recovery loops
Rear Standard 2-in receiver

Occupant Protective System (OPS)
Tubular overhead structure 1.75 in (44.4 mm) steel tube
Passenger grab handles Front OPS post, front dash

Seat belts
3-point seat belts

Certification
SAE J2194 and OSHA ROPS

Ground Pressure (max):
With 200-lb. Operator Only, psi (kg/cm2) NA
Fully Loaded Vehicle, psi (kg/cm2) NA

Ground Clearance
Ground Clearance, in. (mm) 10.5 min (267)
Under Foot Platform, in. (mm) 10.5 min (267)

Dimensions
Length (w/out bumper), in. (mm) 113 (2870)
Length (with bumper), in. (mm) 115(2921)
Width, in. (mm) 56.5 (1435)
Front-tread Centers, in. (mm) 48(1220)
Rear-tread Centers, in. (mm) 46(1170)
Height (overall with OPS), in. (mm) 73.5 (1867 )
Wheelbase, in. (mm) 72.8 (1950)
Weight (incl. fuel/fluids), lb. (kg) 1220 (553)

Seating Capacity
2

Seat Type
Professional high back bench

Towing Capacity, lb. (kg) 1100 (499)
Payload Capacity, lb. (kg) 800 (363)

Cargo Box
Material High-density polyethylene copolymer composite
Dimensions, in. (cm) 32.3L x 47.6W x 11.7D (82L x 120.9W x 29.7D)
Volume, cu. ft. (m3) 8.9 (0.25)
Weight, lb. (kg) 400 (181)
Dump 2-sided - Manual release (optional power lift)

Tailgate
1 handed release; Hinged at bottom; Removeable without tools

Tires
Front 25x8-12 Ancla M-T (Extreme Terrain); 25x8-12 Terrahawk AT (All Terrain); Optional 25x8-12 Maxxis Bighorn 2.0
Rear 25x10-12 Ancla M-T (Extreme Terrain); 25x10-12 Terrahawk AT (All Terrain); Optional 25x10-12 Maxxis Bighorn 2.0
Available Tread Types Ancla M-T (Extreme Terrain), Terrahawk AT (All Terrain), Maxxis BigHorn 2.0 Radials (Extreme Terrain)

Color Options
Green/Yellow, REALTREE HARDWOODS HD Camo


Disclaimers *Engine hp is provided by engine mfr. for comparison purposes. Actual operating hp will be less. Specifications are based on published information at the time of publication. Specifications are subject to change without notice. All trademarked terms, including John Deere, the leaping deer symbol and the colors green and yellow used herein are the property of Deere & Company,unless otherwise noted.

John Deere Gator XUV 550 S4

Engine and Electrical
Type 4-cycle gas, Dynamically tuned Carb
Cylinders V-Twin
Valving OHV
Horsepower* 16 (11.9 kw)*
Displacement 570 cc
Maximum torque, ft.-lb. (Nm) 28.6 (38.8) @ 2400 rpm
Iginition type Solid state 12V
Lubrication Full pressure
Oil filter Screw on filter

RPM
RPM, idle (no load) 1150
RPM, fast (no load) 4100

Cooling system
Air cooled

Air cleaner
Dry replaceable single element w/remote intake

Muffler
Spark-arresting

Battery
340CCA

Alternator
16 amp @ 4100 rpm, regulated

Headlights
Two 37.5 watt halogen

Fuel System
Capacity, U.S. gal. (L) 4.9 (18.5)
Consumption (half load at avg. speed), U.S. gal./hr. (L/h) 0.8 (3.06)
Fuel pump type Pulse

4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive system
Front Differential (Engagement) Limited Slip - lever engagement
Rear Differential (Engagement) Positive locking, mechanically actuated (hand-operated)

Transmission
Type Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with clutch enclosure
Drive belt Spun top cog, 31 mm wide
Ground speed, mph (km/h) 0-28 (0-45) Hi Forward, 0-21 (0-34) Lo Forward, 0-16 (0-26) Reverse

Transaxle
Two speed, oil bath
Gear Selection Forward (hi-lo), Netural, Reverse
Overall Reduction Ratio: ---
Low NA
High NA
Reverse NA

Brakes
Four wheel hydraulic disk
Park brake Foot operated, mechanical disk

Bearings
Sealed, double-row ball

Axle
27 mm dia., forged CV-shaft with Double Offset Joint

Suspension and Steering
Suspension, front Fully Independent Dual A-Arm with adjustable coils
Front Susp. Travel (total), in. (mm) 9 (229)
Suspension, rear Independent; H-arm and control link with adjustable coil over shock
Rear Susp. Travel (total), in. (mm) 8 (203 mm)
Steering Rack and Pinion
Turning radius, ft. (m) 19.7 (6.0)

Hitch
Front Optional 2-in receiver w-recovery loops
Rear Standard 2-in receiver

Occupant Protective System (OPS)
Tubular overhead structure 1.75 in (44.4 mm) steel tube
Passenger grab handles Front OPS post, front dash

Seat belts
3-point seat belts

Certification
SAE J2194 and OSHA ROPS

Ground Pressure (max):
With 200-lb. Operator Only, psi (kg/cm2) NA
Fully Loaded Vehicle, psi (kg/cm2) NA

Ground Clearance
Ground Clearance, in. (mm) 9.3 min (236)
Under Foot Platform, in. (mm) 9.3 min (236)

Dimensions
Length (w/out bumper), in. (mm) 144 (3658)
Length (with bumper), in. (mm) 146(3708)
Width, in. (mm) 56.5 (1435)
Front-tread Centers, in. (mm) 48(1220)
Rear-tread Centers, in. (mm) 46(1170)
Height (overall with OPS), in. (mm) 74 (1880)
Wheelbase, in. (mm) 79 (2007)
Weight (incl. fuel/fluids), lb. (kg) 1455 (660)

Seating Capacity
4

Seat Type
Professional high back bench

Towing Capacity, lb. (kg) 1100 (499)
Payload Capacity, lb. (kg) 1200 (544)


Cargo Box
Material High-density polyethylene copolymer composite
Dimensions, in. (cm) 32.3L x 47.6W x 11.7D (82L x 120.9W x 29.7D)
Volume, cu. ft. (m3) 8.9 (0.25)
Weight, lb. (kg) 400 (181)
Dump 2-sided - Manual release (optional power lift)

Tailgate
1 handed release; Hinged at bottom; Removeable without tools

Convertible Cargo Rack
Dimensions, in. (cm) 23.5L x 38.8W x 8.1D (59.7L x 98.6W x 20.6D)
Volume, cu. ft. (m3) 4.3 (0.12)
Weight, lb. (kg) 200 (90.7)

Tires
Front 25x8-12 Ancla M-T (Extreme Terrain); 25x8-12 Terrahawk AT (All Terrain); Optional 25x8-12 Maxxis Bighorn 2.0
Rear 25x10-12 Ancla M-T (Extreme Terrain); 25x10-12 Terrahawk AT (All Terrain); Optional 25x10-12 Maxxis Bighorn 2.0
Available Tread Types Ancla M-T (Extreme Terrain), Terrahawk AT (All Terrain), Maxxis BigHorn 2.0 Radials (Extreme Terrain) - Front: 25x8-12, Rear: 25x10-12

Color Options
Green/Yellow, REALTREE HARDWOODS HD Camo


Disclaimers *Engine hp is provided by engine mfr. for comparison purposes. Actual operating hp will be less. Specifications are based on published information at the time of publication. Specifications are subject to change without notice. All trademarked terms, including John Deere, the leaping deer symbol and the colors green and yellow used herein are the property of Deere & Company,unless otherwise noted.

[JoeyD23]

We will all patiently wait for the news on the RSX850......

[loco]

wow, only 16 horsepower? I know its utility, but still.