Gator Tail GB1854EXT vs Ranger Z520R SC — Depreciation Comparison

Gator Tail GB1854EXT vs Ranger Z520R SC: 5-year value retention (80% vs 80%), resale value, and cost of ownership head-to-head. Gator Tail GB1854EXT holds its value better.

On five-year value retention the Gator Tail GB1854EXT comes out ahead, holding about 80% of its value versus 80% for the Ranger Z520R SC. Over the first five years the Gator Tail GB1854EXT loses roughly $1,377 while the Ranger Z520R SC loses about $19,515 — a gap near $18,138.

First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Gator Tail GB1854EXT sheds about 4% in year one versus 15% for the Ranger Z520R SC. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.

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