I would personally never take a 4x2 into ANY off-roading scenario. I can't imagine a hunting location, other than maybe desert or flatland prairie, where you wouldn't need a 4x4. If you are going to be using this truck for anything outdoors, 4x4 is a no brainer. The second the terrain gets wet, muddy, sandy, or icy you are going to be done for. Waiting for a winch out with a gutted deer in your truck is not my idea of fun. There is no point in buying a hunting/outdoorsman truck if it cant reliably get you to the destinations you want.