The choice of those handiest of handy vehicles, the farm buggy, continues to evolve with yet more makes and models becoming available, including increasingly credible battery-electric versions.

With decent range, plenty of power, peaceful operation and the convenience of simply being plugged in overnight when more juice is needed, they’re worthy of more than a second glance.

Here’s a round-up of the newcomers in Farmers Weekly’s 2026 Ultimate Guide to UTVs.

Aodes

Still a relative newcomer in Britain, the Aodes WorkCross line-up from Boss ORV has been expanded with a smaller alternative to the 650cc/53hp WorkCross 650-3 and 976cc/71hp 1000-3.

The entry-level version is the 550-2, which as the nomenclature suggests, is strictly a two seater.

It’s powered by a 495cc engine generating 38hp, weighs 130kg or so less than its bigger brother, and packs a smaller manually-tipped load box than the other two models, rated at 250kg capacity as opposed to 454kg.

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An electric front winch, tow hitch and trailer electrics are all included, and a full cab package is available to provide greater weather protection than the base version.

The two larger WorkCross buggies, meanwhile, are available to the new “Black Edition” spec, which adds a lightbar, black beadlock wheels and a removable toolbox, as well as trick Nitro shock absorbers on the 5650-2 model.

Applestone

A new name in the UTV guide this year, but not a new machine; the Nipper two-seat, 5kW buggy supplied for several years by Electric Wheels is now being imported by JLC EV.

Based near Hailsham, East Sussex, JLC also supplies electrically-powered vans, trucks and mopeds.

The Nipper’s electric motor drives the vehicle through a familiar CVT transmission with three forward speeds plus reverse, and it comes with electric-powered tipping for the 200kg capacity load box.

Other kit includes a 1,500kg winch up front, and the pilot and passenger are protected from the elements by an open cab kit comprising a roof panel and a glass windscreen with wash/wipe.

Can-Am

There’s a slimmer Traxter range in this year’s guide as a result of seven HD9 and HD10 variants being discontinued, but with some compensation in the form of a pair of new HD11-engined models at the top of the range.

Fizzier performance from the all-new Rotax engine is promised, complemented by suspension and chassis upgrades, and a tad more comfort in the cab.

The Traxter HD11 in both three- and six-seat guises packs a 999cc Rotax Ace three-cylinder petrol engine delivering peak output of 95hp – up 13hp or 16% on the HD10.

A new air intake system is designed to help the engine breathe freely, while updated cooling manages engine temperature in a manner said to enhance heating and ventilation.

The engine is paired with an equally new continuously variable transmission said to achieve improved low-speed power delivery over its predecessor.

Moreover, the powertrain now features three selectable drive modes – normal, work and sport – to suit the driver’s preference and the work being undertaken, with a view to balancing fuel economy and required power and torque or throttle response.

A larger fuel tank holding 45 litres extends working periods between refills.

More robust suspension and steering components, and a toughened chassis and roll-over protection frame, should help the latest Traxter survive brutal terrain and driving styles.

Double-bonded bushings in the suspension are claimed to be an industry first, reducing maintenance.

Durability apart, the changes are also reckoned to result in sharper, more stable handling from a suspension set up that allows 305mm of vertical wheel movement front and rear, 356mm of ground clearance, and a tighter steering angle.

Electronic power steering and anti-lock braking control for the calipers gripping larger 262mm diameter discs are also part of the latest Traxter package, along with bright LED driving and reversing lamps.

When it comes to the 200 accessories available, the new charging system for battery power tools has twice the output of its predecessor.

CFMoto

Another new entry to the electric buggy market is CFMoto, with the two-seat UForce EVU6 available in metallic grey.

With peak power of 35kW and 74Nm of instantly-available torque, this battery-electric buggy with single-speed CVT transmission, electric forward/reverse and selectable two- or four-wheel drive, is reckoned to be well-equipped for demanding daily tasks.

Acceleration to a top speed of 80kph is said to be quick, with a potential range of more than 60 miles being subject to the usual caveats about factors that influence energy consumption.

A battery management system continuously monitors performance, temperature, and power usage with the aim of achieving optimal efficiency while protecting the energy source from overcharging or excessive discharge

In terms of capability, the EVU6’s tipping cargo box capacity is 250kg and it can tow an 800kg load.

Corvus

With an 800cc three-cylinder Yanmar motor shoehorned into its chassis, the new Terrain DX4s is a rare beast – an oil-burning compact farm buggy.

A petrol-fuelled version is in development by Spanish manufacturer Corvus but, in the meantime, the oil-burner is the only alternative to the larger 993cc 24hp diesel-fuelled Terrain DX4 line-up and its EX4 all-electric cousin.

The diesel newcomer is aimed at farmers, gamekeepers and others prepared to trade a noisier ride for better fuel economy and fuel-filling convenience, and who don’t need the greater carrying capacity of a full-size UTV.

Compared with the Terrain DX4, the mini-me “s” version is 764mm shorter and a tad over 200mm narrower.

At 700kg, it’s 64kg trimmer in terms of its weight before anyone climbs aboard or chucks anything into the 870mm-long, 1,230mm-wide tipping cargo box.

This steel structure is rated at 250kg versus the 450kg of its larger sibling, but its fixed sides and tethered over-centre latched tailboard are just as deep, at 300mm.

Similarities between the two include selectable two- and four-wheel drive from an automatic CVT transmission, a rear axle diff lock, and MacPherson strut suspension all round.

All variants have electric power steering as standard, two individual seats and several iterations of equipment level and cab enclosure – from wind-in-your-hair to fully enclosed with glazing and heating.

Having parted company with distributor Boss ORV last year, Corvus is now supplying its UK dealers direct.

HiSun

There’s a fresh face in HiSun’s electric UTV line-up, promising better performance, a slicker cab and a keener price tag than its Sector predecessor.

Headline stats for the Stryker EV, which is available in single-row and two-row versions, include a 15kW motor and 17.6kWh of lithium-ion battery capacity, which deliver a top speed of 60kph and a maximum range of 120km.

When the batteries do run out of steam, a full recharge takes six to eight hours when plugged into a regular socket, according to HiSun’s figures.

As for the cab, this is now built in-house and is reckoned to have a better fit and finish than the retrofit unit used previously.

A fold-out windscreen comes as standard, complete with wiper and washer, as does a rear work light and roof-mounted light bar.

Interior tech has also taken a leap forward, with dual 10in touchscreens for the dash read-out and infotainment system.

The latter houses an AM/FM radio, compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which pumps out music via door-mounted speakers.

Other perks include front and rear cameras, electric power steering and a 160kg winch; and when it comes to towing, the Stryker can handle trailers weighing up to 1,300kg.

Kandi

Farm buggy users weighing up a switch from diesel to electric propulsion have another option among a growing number of battery-powered UTVs in the Kandi Innovator E10K.

The Chinese manufacturer’s two-seat vehicle gained European certification a couple of years ago and is being distributed by Herts Specialist Vehicles, an associate business of Argo, the manufacturer of six- and eight-wheel amphibious all-terrains, for which HSV is a dealer.

Kandi’s Innovator E10K sports a 15.4kWh battery said to be capable of completing a full recharge in four to six hours and supplying a pair of AC electric motors with a combined output of 10kW.

This battery and motor combination provides full-time four-wheel drive, a claimed range of about 60 miles – subject to how hard the vehicle is worked – and a top speed of 40mph.

As to the rest of the Innovator’s spec, the buggy weighs-in dry at some 800kg and sits on a 1.89m wheelbase with 24cm of ground clearance on 14in rims.

There’s a power-tipped cargo box out back rated at 200kg capacity and measuring 125cm wide and 80cm long with 30cm tall sides and tailgate.

A sizeable compartment in the nose provides storage for the multitude of small, loose items that farmers need to carry around.

In addition, a front winch is installed as standard; it’s capable of hauling up to 1,580kg, more than enough to help de-bog the vehicle should it get stuck in deep gloop.

Individual seats for driver and passenger are housed within a frame open to the elements but kitted out with a swing-up windscreen, a roof panel and half-height solid doors.

A rear panel and bigger doors can be added, and there’s a full cab option complete with heater and screen washer/wiper.

Kymco

Budget Taiwanese brand Kymco has entered the farm buggy sector with its UXV 700, a petrol-fuelled vehicle propelled by a 695cc single-cylinder engine developing 45hp.

Power and torque are channelled through a belt-drive CVT with push-button four-wheel drive engagement and locking front differential, and electronic power steering.

Under the body are disc brakes and independent dual A-arm suspension front and rear while the interior provides generous storage space including an unusual central compartment, a lockable glove box, and cubbies under the driver’s seat, as well as in a front compartment.

Load carrying capacity is comparatively modest, with the tipping load box limited to 200kg, but the UXV is rated to tow 500kg and comes with a rear hitch and electrics, plus a remotely controlled front winch.

Take it in base form or with a heated cab.

Polaris

Polaris has bolstered its UTV line-up with an entry-level model that’s priced to compete against quad bikes.

The Ranger 500 is designed to bridge the gap between the maker’s Sportsman ATVs and the Ranger 570, with a 567cc petrol engine that delivers 28hp and 45Nm of torque.

This is teamed with a belt-type CVT transmission and switchable four-wheel drive system, complete with turf mode that unlocks the rear differential to prevent scuffing.

Bump-absorbing duties are trusted to independent front and rear suspension, with ground clearance sitting at a respectable 254mm.

When it comes to carrying and hauling, the tipping rear load bed is rated to handle 227kg and it can pull braked trailers weighing up to 560kg.

Standard kit includes a rollover frame and cab roof, as well as a 1,134kg winch.

Whanlong

Another first-time listing in the Ultimate Guide – and another newcomer from China – is Whanlong Electric Vehicle, more commonly referred to as WEV Group, and its mid-size, three-seat and six-seat Crew battery-electric UTVs.

Importer WEV UK, located near Nuneaton, Warwickshire, is focusing on the base-spec versions initially while gauging interest, with two higher spec and equipment levels waiting in the wings.

The 35kW E30 is a two-seat UTV with a manually tipped cargo box of 309kg capacity, while the 35kW S80 Half Cab and 35kW S80D Crew (which has a larger capacity 35kWh battery) has the luxury of a 475kg cargo box with power tipping.

While the E30 is largely open to the elements, the S80 Half Cab variants have half doors in addition to a roof, rear screen and glass windscreen with wiper/washer.

All three sport a 1,580kg nose winch as standard.

Instrumentation and entertainment are provided through a 13in touchscreen display with hands-free voice control and Apple CarPlay.