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Using the same controls as the ESP is cleaner and more sophisticated, but in practice, the electronics are slower, requiring a distinct pause and occasionally not recognizing input.

MotoUSA takes the 2010 Honda Rancher AT ATV out to the ranch to see if it lives up to its name where the utility quad surprised us with its technology.

For 90% of our tasks, Auto was more than sufficient. But, when it required heavy pulls or steep grades, controlling the gear selection is preferable.

Minimal storage is one of its shortcomings, leaving little room for more than a pair of lineman's pliers.

The AT model is Honda's top offering in the Rancher lineup of utility ATVs.

Do these beasts of burden have features that set them apart from the competition?

Unlike its Rancher siblings, the AT makes use of the Honda automatic five-speed Twin Clutch transmission feeding power to the rear wheels via a driveshaft and independent suspension.

ESP and EPS are nice features when you need to use one hand to balance a load or fend off massive longhorns.

The transmission will drop down into third if the rider attempts to stop and get moving again in fourth or fifth gear in ESP mode.

Honda’s TraxLok 2WD/4WD is selectable via a hand shifter located under the left handlebar. It operates seamlessly and the extra traction comes in handy more often than not. The EPS helps minimize the slowing effects of 4WD by keeping rider input to the bars light so we found ourselves leaving it in 4WD most of the time.

The Rancher's slim profile makes it easy to negotiate through tight spaces.

Our time on the farm, during which we intentionally left it running as much as possible, never had us filling up before day’s end with 3.6 gallons of fuel capacity.

The bumper and chassis design provide great approach angles, never auguring even in the tightest ravines.

Honda loads the 2010 Rancher AT utility ATV with features like a selectable automatic transmission, independent suspension, fuel injection and power steering - all to make life easier on the job.

Sport riding isn't the Rancher's primary intent, but it's still fun to blast around on for the occasional trail ride.

The Rancher lineup ranges from $4999 to $6899, the AT commanding the highest pricetag.

AT 642 lbs, the small Rancher is deceivingly heavy, but that’s what direct drivelines front and rear, independent suspension and adding gadgets like power steering will get you.

The benefits of separate wheel action wear off when it comes to pitching the rear end.

The Rancher comes with a handy drop-in tow mount, which would readily accept a ball hitch, clevis pin or any number of attachment systems, making it simple to get hooked up to a load.

Double-wishbone independent shock absorbers handle the rear end, allowing the machine to articulate and improve stability in slow-speed situations.

Selectable 4WD, all-day comfort and great approach angles make it a willing explorer, plus it easily runs all day on a tank of fuel.

The Maxxis M977/978 knobbies mounted on steel wheels help give the Rancher 9.1 inches of cow-patty clearance, but the majority of that extra room comes from the lack of a traditional swingarm.