The deluxe cargo box side panels and tailgate consist of a 15 percent glass-filled polypropylene composite material that eliminates rust and dents and reduces noise. The cargo box floor and load guard (front panel) are made of steel.
Deluxe cargo box tailgate
Tailgate handle
Tailgate lowered to 150 degrees
The tailgate can be opened or removed for easier cleanout and to carry longer items. The tailgate features a truck-like latch, and can be operated with one hand.
The standard installed lanyards can also be removed to lower the tailgate to 150 degrees for convenient loading and unloading tasks.
Deluxe cargo box tilt
Integrated handle (B) and latch (A)
Gas assist (C) and prop rod (D)
The deluxe cargo box is easier to latch (A), unlatch, raise, and lower with the integrated handle design (B) and gas assist (C).
A prop rod (D) is provided to hold the box in the upright position for operator convenience, as well as limit box pivot travel.
Integrated tie-down points
Integrated tie-down point in cargo box bed
Additional tie-down points on cargo box
The deluxe cargo box offers integrated tie-down points for increased versatility. Tie-down points are located in the following areas:
Four corners inside the cargo box bed
Four points on the load guard directly behind the operator station (A)
Tie-down bars on either side of the cargo box (B)
Six points on the underside of the cargo box frame (circled)
Converting deluxe cargo box to a flat bed
Deluxe cargo box converted to a flat bed
The deluxe cargo box easily converts to a flat bed by removing ten bolts and unplugging rear lights (if equipped) at the harness pigtail at the rear of the machine. The flatbed configuration allows loading irregularly shaped cargo.
Optional accessories
Brake and taillight
Bedmat—protects the steel floor from dents
Optional accessories for the deluxe cargo box include:
Factory-installed brake and taillight
Brake and taillight only (for back-up lights, flashers and turn signals, order deluxe light kit)
Factory-installed spray-in liner (not shown)
Improves skid resistance and surface abrasion protection
Cargo box bed mat
Cargo box power lift (not shown)
Specifications
Box capacity
Volume
465 cu L (16.4 cu ft)
Weight TH 6X4 gas
454 kg (1000 lb)
Weight TH 6X4 diesel
550 kg (1200 lb)
Box dump angles (degrees)
Manual dump
43 degrees +/-1
Power dump
43 degrees +/-1
Cargo box load height
63.5 cm (25 in.)
The cargo box load height allows for easy loading and unloading.
CAUTION: Carrying extra-long cargo that extends beyond the box can adversely affect stability.
The Gator™ TH 6X4 Utility Vehicle is powered by an 11.6-kW (15.5-hp)*, 675-cc (41.2-cu in.), air-cooled, V-twin, four-cycle gas engine.
*The engine horsepower information is provided by the engine manufacturer to be used for comparison purposes only. The actual operating horsepower will be less.
Engine features
This engine has several performance and reliability features:
Overhead valve design for greater efficiency and fuel economy
Full-pressure lubrication system with standard filter
Replaceable single-element air cleaner with remote intake
Large-capacity spark-arresting muffler
Electronic ignition for less service and fast, reliable starts
Low fuel consumption and large 18.9 L (5 U.S. gal.) fuel tank
Fuel consumption at half load and average speed is as follows: Gator TH 6x4: 1.3 L/h (0.35 U.S. gph)
Engine is Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) compliant
The Gator™ TH 6X4's power is transmitted from the transaxle to the center axle. The rear axle is driven by roller chains from the center axle.
1. High flotation tires
2. Transaxle
3. Chain drive
4. Engine
5. Variable-speed drive
Key elements of the drive system are as follows:
Variable-speed drive
The variable-speed drive consists of two clutches connected by a drive belt:
Drive clutch is attached to and rotated by the engine.
Driven clutch is attached to and drives the transaxle.
Features include:
Infinite selection of speeds (0 km/h to 32 km/h [0 mph to 20 mph])
No shifting necessary as operator increases speed
Adjusts speed to the load to avoid bogging down when going up a hill or through challenging conditions because the wrong gear was selected
Variable-speed drive
1. Idle speed
2. Moderate speed
3. High speed
4. Drive clutch
5. Driven clutch
Here is how the variable-speed drive works:
As the engine speed increases, the spring-loaded drive clutch is closed by weights being forced out by centrifugal force.
As the drive clutch closes, the belt rides up to the largest diameter of the drive clutch and forces open the driven clutch.
With the belt running in the smallest diameter of the driven clutch, the speed being transferred to the transaxle is increased.
The driven clutch is designed to sense varying loads (inclines, mud, etc.) and constantly adjusts the drive speed upward or downward, so the engine rpm remains constant at constant throttle position.
Transaxle
The transaxle is fully enclosed and runs in oil for reliability.
Helical gears are used for quiet operation.
The differential design reduces scuffing of the turf during turns because the inside wheels turn slower than the outside wheels (vehicles that have a solid axle shaft must skid the inside wheel when making a turn).
Traction assist (differential lock) is built into the transaxle:
Allows locking the rear drive wheels together
Provides increased traction in tough spots
The neutral start safety interlock is provided for the engine ignition system.
Bolt-on cast-aluminum rear axle housings provide an extremely strong supporting structure.
Large, sealed bearings are located inside the housing for better protection
Forged-splined shaft for increased torsional strength
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