The new RSX860i from John Deere replaces the RSX850i.

The RSX860i is also available in Realtree Hardwoods HD Camouflage.

John Deere announced the new model year 2016 RSX860i which replaces the RSX850i. The new RSX860i features a number of improvements including:

• Increased top speed of 60 mph by increasing the maximum engine rpm to 7750 from 7250.
• Optional Electric Power Assist Steering (EPAS) which adjusts steering effort based on vehicle speed and has an anti-kickback feature which reduces the amount of unwinding steering.
• EPAS equipped vehicles are winch-ready with pre-installed wiring harness, negative battery cable and disconnect wiring harness.
• Backlit toggle switches for dawn/dusk vehicle use.
• Spiral bevel differential design to reduce vibration and noise.
• 12-month or 1,000 hour factory warranty

Pricing starts at $12,299. The RSX860i will be available at dealers in mid-July in traditional John Deere green and yellow or Realtree Hardwoods HD Camouflage.  Learn more:  Johndeere.com

Comment:  It’s somewhat surprising that there weren’t more changes to the Gator product lines announced. Even with the new model, the RSX line does not include a four-person vehicle. Given Deere’s significant position in the market and the rate at which competitors are introducing new vehicles, I expected to see more significant model changes and/or new model introductions. Perhaps we will see some more from Deere in the second half of the year.