Queensland's Tuatara Dealer · Also Servicing NT

The toughest side-by-side, built for the Australian bush

All-steel, go-anywhere petrol and electric UTVs — switchable 2WD/4WD, diff locks, electric winch and rear-tray hoist as standard. One workhorse for the farm, station, worksite, for leisure or for the environmentally friendly.

100%
All-steel build
310mm
Ground clearance
2,000kg
Winch pull capacity
750kg
Payload
The Range

Five models. One serious workhorse.

Five utility vehicles and all terrain vehicles — from the proven 1000 EFI petrol to a growing electric range: the 1500E, the dual-motor 2500E, a 6-seat dual-cab people mover and a purpose-built orchard model. Same rugged all-steel platform, your choice of powertrain and configuration.

Petrol
Tuatara 1000 EFI petrol side-by-side UTV

Tuatara 1000 EFI

1.0L EFI three-cylinder petrol · 51kW (69hp) · 5-speed manual with selectable 2WD/4WD and front & rear diff locks. The dependable, refuel-and-go workhorse.

Electric
Tuatara 1500E electric side-by-side UTV

Tuatara 1500E

15kW (30kW peak) electric · two battery variants, 70–90km or 120–160km range · regenerative braking, near-silent running and almost no servicing. The market-leading electric UTV.

Electric · Dual Motor
Tuatara 2500E single-cab dual-motor electric UTV

Tuatara 2500E

Single-cab, 3-seat dual-motor electric · 25kW (50kW peak), one motor per axle · 26.5kWh battery, up to 150km · 700kg payload. Serious electric grunt, zero emissions.

Electric · 6-Seat
Tuatara 6-seat dual-cab dual-motor electric UTV

Tuatara Dual Cab

6-seat double cabin · dual-motor (25kW total, one motor per axle) · 26.5kWh battery, up to 160km. A go-anywhere people mover for crews and tourism.

Electric · Orchard
Tuatara Orchardised low-profile electric UTV

Tuatara Orchardised

Low-profile electric build for kiwifruit canopies, orchards and vineyards. Cabin off, half-screen on — walk-through access that still carries and tows serious weight.

Why Tuatara

Goes where other side-by-sides won't

Tuatara is built the old-fashioned way — simple, rugged engineering you can actually service yourself, with the gear other brands charge extra for fitted as standard.

  • Switchable 2WD / 4WD with front and rear differential locks
  • 2,000kg electric winch and electric rear-tray hoist standard
  • Roof-mounted LED light bar, snorkel and fold-down windscreen
  • 100% steel ladder chassis with six-step anti-corrosion treatment
  • Simple engineering — no expensive multinational service network needed
  • Three seats, four-point belts and rollover protection (ROPS)
Why we back Tuatara →
Tuatara utility vehicle working on an Australian property
See it work

Tuatara in action

Petrol and electric Tuataras put through their paces — mud, water and real working country.

Where they work

One vehicle, every kind of worksite

From rugged stations to the cleanest indoor campus — and because the electric models are quiet and emission-free, they go places a petrol machine can't.

Farms & stations

Feeding out, fencing, spraying and stock work with a 700kg payload and 1,000kg towing.

Horticulture & orchards

Low-profile, walk-through access for vineyards, market gardens and fruit-tree rows.

Hospitals & aged care

Silent, zero-emission transport for grounds, laundry and supplies around people.

Airports & airside

Clean, quiet runabouts for terminals, hangars and airside maintenance crews.

Shipping & logistics

Move people and gear around distribution centres, ports and yards — indoors or out.

Councils & facilities

Parks, sportsgrounds, campuses and cemeteries — road-rated and gentle on turf.

Mining & civil

All-steel toughness, ROPS and a 2,000kg winch for site works and access roads.

Resorts & tourism

Quiet guest and crew transport that won't disturb the peace — or the neighbours.

Clean & Green

Go electric — zero emissions, near silent, barely any servicing

Our growing electric range — the 1500E, 2500E, Dual Cab and Orchardised — runs clean and quiet, with running costs equivalent to roughly 30c a litre and the option to charge straight off your solar.

Zero tailpipe emissions

No exhaust and no fumes — safe to run in sheds, glasshouses and enclosed spaces.

Charge from solar

Fuel you make yourself — recharge overnight from the grid or your own panels.

Near-silent running

Won't startle stock, disturb patients or guests, or break council noise limits.

Regenerative braking

Recovers energy on every descent — more range and far less brake wear.

No oils or filters

No engine oil, coolant or filters to change, store or send to landfill.

Lower running costs

Cheaper per kilometre and far less to service than a petrol equivalent.

Common questions

Buying a Tuatara

The questions we field most often about our utility vehicles and all terrain vehicles.

Do you deliver outside Queensland?

Yes. We're the appointed Queensland dealer and we also service the Northern Territory. Our base is 15 Orford Ct, Wilsonton in Toowoomba — located within Airglide Towbars — and we deliver from there. Call Rick on 0447 734 199 to arrange freight to your property.

Should I choose petrol or electric?

The 1000 EFI petrol suits long days and remote work where refuelling is simpler than charging — a 50L tank gives an estimated 500km. The electric models suit properties with power or solar: running costs work out around 30c per petrol-litre equivalent, there's no oil, filters or exhaust to service, and they run near-silently around stock, in sheds and after hours. Both share the same all-steel platform, 310mm ground clearance and standard winch and diff locks.

How far will an electric Tuatara go on a charge?

It depends on the model and battery. The 1500E-2 carries a 12kWh battery for 70–90km; the 1500E-3 carries 26kWh for 120–160km. The dual-motor 2500E runs a 26.5kWh battery for up to 150km, and the six-seat Dual Cab up to 160km. Regenerative braking recovers energy on every descent. Range varies with load, terrain and driving style.

What's included as standard?

More than most brands fit as standard: switchable 2WD/4WD with front and rear differential locks, a 2,000kg electric winch, an electric rear-tray hoist, a roof-mounted LED light bar, snorkel, fold-down windscreen, power steering, rollover protection and four-point seatbelts. The chassis is a 100% steel ladder frame with a six-step anti-corrosion treatment.

How much can it carry and tow?

Payload runs to 750kg depending on model. The rear tray takes 550kg, the front cargo tray 150kg and the roof 50kg, with a towing capacity of 1,000kg. The 2500E carries a 700kg payload on a 1,600mm × 1,390mm steel deck.

What does a Tuatara cost?

Pricing depends on the model you choose and how you spec it — doors, windscreens, cab air-conditioning, cargo cage, trailer and the rest. Tell us how you'll use it and we'll put a price together. Call Rick on 0447 734 199 or Leanne on 0409 478 958, or send an enquiry through the contact page.

Can I see one before I buy?

Yes — drop into our Wilsonton base in Toowoomba, within Airglide Towbars, or ask us about a demonstration on your own country. We'd rather you drove one on the ground you'll actually work it on.

What servicing does an electric model need?

Very little. There's no engine oil, no filters, no carburettor and no exhaust — the main jobs are keeping it charged and checking brakes, tyres and suspension. The motors are IP67-rated and water-cooled. Full operator's manuals for the 1000 EFI, 1500E and 2500E are free to download from each model page.

See a Tuatara for yourself

Talk to Rick or Leanne about a demo at our Wilsonton, Toowoomba base — or to find your nearest unit.

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