Kawasaki Mule 4010 Trans4x4 Diesel used by Barnwell County
This multi-purpose special operations vehicle is available 24/7 to all
Barnwell County emergency response agencies, as well as to the entire State of
South Carolina, and beyond, through the mutual aid agreements with the
South Carolina Emergency Management Division.
Kawasaki Mule 4010 Trans4X4 Diesel, was supplied by
Aiken Motorcycle Sales, with full
poly roof, windshield, 3500 Lb. winch, and FireLite FDH-11 Fire / Rescue
bed insert with Junkin JSA-200B 'Break-Apart' style basket stretcher / litter on
a Turtle Tile covered rescue deck supplied by
///EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT.
This 'multi-mission' mini-emergency response vehicle (MERV) is equipped with a
Honda powered Darley / Davey two-stage fire pump, a Scotty "around-the-pump"
Class - A foam system, Hannay hose reel with electric rewind of the 100-Ft. 3/4"
booster hose, 55 gallons of water and a separate 5 gallon foam cell. The custom
designed enclosure insures this fire / rescue skid unit perfectly fits the cargo
bed dimensions and capacities of the 4010 Trans4X4 Mule. After mounting
the insert, the dealer arranged to have emergency lights and a siren
professionally installed. The end result was a true "Turn-Key" delivery for
Barnwell County's EMA Director, Roger Riley.
This emergency off-road utility vehicle is housed at a centrally located EMA
facility in Barnwell, SC. It's available for dispatch and deployment 24/7 to
assist all County, State or Federal agencies; including the US Dept. of Defense
at the Savannah River Plant which occupies approximately one-third of
western Barnwell County.
Kawasaki Mule 4010 Trans4x4 Information:
The ultimate in people-moving and cargo-hauling flexibility, the Mule™
4010 Trans4x4® transforms from a short-bed four-passenger vehicle to a
long-bed two-passenger cargo hauler with just a few easy steps.
Two-passenger mode is as easy as folding the rear seat down and extending
the cargo bed into the cab. Have extra passengers? The Trans4x4 can be
turned back into a four-passenger carrier by reversing those same easy
steps.
Its selectable four-wheel drive, electric power steering system and fuel
injected engine work in conjunction with a fully automatic transmission and
locking rear differential to make the Mule 4010 Trans4x4 an outstanding
choice for just about any utility vehicle need.
The Mule 4010 4x4’s liquid-cooled four-stroke V-twin features digital fuel
injection that provides smooth and consistent engine starting, crisp
throttle response and more precise fuel metering, helping reduce fuel
consumption. The electronic control unit regulates maximum engine speed,
eliminating the need for a mechanical governor.
The dual-mode rear differential can be locked to maximize traction, or
unlocked to improve handling and minimize ground disturbance when making
tight turns. Mule 4010 Trans4x4 drivers can also engage four-wheel drive for
extra traction in difficult conditions. Speed-sensitive electric power
steering makes the rack-and-pinion steering system even easier to turn.
Inputs from vehicle speed and torque sensors help the system determine how
much assistance is needed from the system’s electric motor.
The cab, surrounded by a large-diameter steel tube frame structure, also
features retractable rear seat belts and padded rear-passenger grab handle.
A parking brake, dual sealed glove boxes plus retractable rear seat belts
and a padded rear-passenger grab handle round out the cab features.
Maintenance chores are simplified with an air restrictor gauge in the cab
that indicates when the air filter needs to be cleaned or replaced, and the
fuse box and oil dipstick are conveniently located under the seat for quick
access.
The front hood allows access to a deep storage space that’s equipped with
convenient D-rings to help secure cargo. Additionally, two levers make
opening and closing the tailgate a secure and easy process. Winch-ready tabs
located under the front grille greatly simplify the winch mounting process.
Effective stopping power is provided by four hydraulically operated,
self-adjusting, sealed drum brakes.
With the bed extended, the Trans4x4 has an 800-pound cargo capacity, or a
400-pound cargo capacity in four-passenger mode. In addition, the Mule 4010
Trans4x4 can tow up to 1,200 pounds with an optional draw bar.
Mule Trans4x4 Features at a Glance:
Can be transformed from a short-bed four-passenger to long-bed
two-passenger mode and can carry 400 pounds of cargo with four
passengers or 800 pounds of cargo with two passengers
Maximum engine speed is controlled by the electronic control unit,
eliminating the need for a mechanical governor
Can tow up to 1,200 pounds with an optional Kawasaki draw bar
Electric power steering system reduces steering effort, especially
at low speeds
The continuously variable transmission has a wide spread of drive
ratios for quick acceleration and ample pulling power and is tuned to
accommodate higher loads
Selectable four-wheel drive and dual-mode rear differential give the
operator traction options
Cab frame air intake draws engine air and converter cooling air from
the top of the cab frame where there is less dust, so the air filter
stays cleaner longer
Simple maintenance: the oil dipstick and filler tube are under the
seat, while the engine air cleaner has meter to indicate when to replace
the filter
Videos:
Video overview of the 2011 Kawasaki Mule 4010 Trans4x4
More Mule Trans4x4 Photos:
Manufacturer Info:
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
PO Box 25252
Santa Ana, CA 92799-5252
The ultimate in people-moving and cargo-hauling flexibility, the Mule™
4010 Trans4x4® transforms from a short-bed four-passenger vehicle to a
long-bed two-passenger cargo hauler with just a few easy steps.
Two-passenger mode is as easy as folding the rear seat down and extending
the cargo bed into the cab. Have extra passengers? The Trans4x4 can be
turned back into a four-passenger carrier by reversing those same easy
steps. 
