This utility side-by-side first appeared for the 2009 model year as part of the brand’s work-focused MULE family. It was introduced to bridge the gap between compact utility machines and larger crew-oriented work vehicles, offering a straightforward two-seat layout, a steel cargo bed, and a reputation for durability that made it a common sight on farms, estates, job sites, and fleet applications. Early versions included both standard gasoline and diesel-related variants, establishing the 4010 as a versatile mid-size work platform rather than a lifestyle-oriented recreational model.
Over time, the line expanded into multiple body and configuration types, including the familiar 4x4 two-passenger version and the Trans Cab-equipped four-passenger variant. That flexibility became one of the model’s defining traits: the same basic nameplate could be ordered as a practical hauler, a personnel mover, or a more enclosed work machine with accessories for cab comfort and weather protection. The lineup’s evolution also reflected the broader development of the utility-vehicle market, where buyers increasingly wanted a single machine that could handle transport, towing, and light cargo duties without sacrificing ease of use.
The nameplate has remained in production continuously since its launch and continues to appear in current model-year literature. As a result, it is best understood as an enduring workhorse line rather than a short-lived or discontinued model. Its long run has helped it become one of the better-known names in the brand’s utility side-by-side history, especially among buyers who value dependable, no-nonsense equipment for everyday labor.