2026 Kawasaki Mule 4010 Trans 4X4

The 2026 Kawasaki Mule 4010 Trans4x4 has a very loyal following, and it's usually for practical reasons rather than flashy ones.

What owners love most 1. The Trans Cab is brilliant

This is the feature people mention first. In a couple of minutes, it converts from a 4-passenger machine to a 2-passenger machine with a much larger cargo bed. If you have family, hunting buddies, farm workers, or grandkids one day and need to haul firewood the next, it's incredibly useful.

2. Built for work, not showing off

The 617cc V-twin isn't a speed demon, but owners consistently praise its dependability and low-stress operation. Many farm and ranch users report putting hundreds or thousands of hours on their machines with routine maintenance.

3. Serious hauling ability

For a mid-size UTV, it can move a surprising amount of weight:

• 1,200 lb towing capacity
• Up to 800 lb in the cargo bed
• 1,330 lb payload capacity

That's plenty for trailers, firewood, feed, fencing supplies, chainsaws, and hunting gear.

4. Comfortable all-day machine

Unlike many sport-oriented side-by-sides, the Mule is designed around bench seating, electric power steering, easy entry and exit, and a smooth, predictable ride. Owners often describe it as a machine they can spend all day using around the property.

5. Tons of storage

One owner commented that the 4010 has "way more usable built-in storage" than most side-by-sides. Between the under-hood storage, glove boxes, cargo bed, and cab space, it swallows tools and supplies easily.

6. Excellent in rough conditions

The selectable 2WD/4WD system, rear differential lock, shaft drive, and low-range transmission make it very capable in mud, snow, woods, and farm fields. Owners frequently mention that traction is rarely the problem.