E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
3 of 3 selected:
Honda TRX 250×
Arctic Cat 250 2X4×
Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
229cc / Unknown
246cc / 15.01
493 / 30.08
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | 229cc, Air Cooled, OHV sideways mounted, single cylinder, 4-Stroke ✓ | 4-stroke SOHC | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | – | – | Gauge |
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| Clock | – | – | Standard |
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| Trip Odometer | – | – | Standard |
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| Digital Instrumentation | – | – | Standard |
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| Towing |
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| Rear Hitch | – | – | Receiver |
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| Tow Hook | – | – | Standard |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | – | – | No |
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| Seat Type | – | – | One-Piece |
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| Seat Material | – | – | Vinyl |
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| Seat Location | – | – | Driver |
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| Number Of Seats | – | – | 1 ✓ |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Hour Meter | – | – | Standard |
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| Storage |
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| Glove Box / Dashboard Storage | – | – | Standard |
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| Underseat Storage | – | – | Standard |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | – | 45.4 / 100 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | – | – | No |
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| Rim Material | – | – | Steel |
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| Rear Rim Width (in) | – | – | 8 ✓ |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | – | – | 12 ✓ |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | – | – | 10 ✓ |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | – | – | 25 ✓ |
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| Front Rim Width (in) | – | – | 7 ✓ |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | – | – | 12 ✓ |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | – | – | 8 ✓ |
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| Storage |
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| Tool Bag Mount | – | – | Standard |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | – | – | 25 ✓ |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Service Reminder | – | – | Standard |
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| Tachometer | – | – | Standard |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Manufacturer Country | – | – | USA |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | – | – | Manual |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | – | – | Standard |
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| Rear Fender | – | – | Standard |
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| Radiator Guard | – | – | Yes |
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| Power Outlet | – | – | Standard |
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| Hand Grips | – | – | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | – | – | Yes |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | – | – | No |
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| Front Fender | – | – | Standard |
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| Front Fender Flairs | – | – | Standard |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Speedometer | – | – | Standard |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Bumper | – | – | Standard |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | – | – | No |
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| Floor Board Location | – | – | Driver |
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| CV Boot Cover | – | – | Yes |
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| Brush Guard | – | – | Yes |
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| Body Material | – | – | Plastic |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | – | – | Yes |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | – | – | No |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | – | – | Standard |
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| Headlights | – | – | Standard |
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| Lighting | – | – | Halogen |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | – | – | Gauge |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Frame | – | – | Steel |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | – | – | 16 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tire Make | – | – | Carlisle Badlands |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Hi / Low Range | – | – | Yes |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 45 / 100 ✓ | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | – | 165 / 6.5 | 254 / 10 ✓ |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | – | 165 / 6.5 | 254 / 10 ✓ |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Valves | – | SOHC | SOHC |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 777 / 30.6 ✓ | – | – |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 9 / 2.4 | 18 / 4.8 ✓ | 24.6 / 6.5 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tires Rear | 22 x 10-9 | 24 x 9-12 | AT 25 X 10-12 ✓ |
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| Tires Front | 22 x 7-11 | 23 x 8-12 | AT 25 X 8-12 ✓ |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 180 / 397.0 ✓ | 240.4 / 530 | 305.7 / 674 |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1130 / 44.5 ✓ | 1270 / 50 | 1270 / 50 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 152 / 6.0 | 211 / 8.3 ✓ | 304.8 / 12 |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 91 / 200 ✓ | – |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1054 / 41.5 ✓ | 1143 / 45 | 1252 / 49.3 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 1793 / 70.6 ✓ | 2019 / 79.5 | 2155 / 84.84 |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | Swingarm with single shock, 4.9" of travel | Double A-arm FIS, Travel 6.5 in. | Independent Double A-Arm |
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| Front Suspension | Double wishbone, 5.1" of travel | Double A-arm, Travel 6.5 in. | Independent Double A-Arm |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Sealed mechanical drum | Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
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| Brakes Front | Dual hydraulic drum | Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | CD with electronic advance | – | Electric / Pull |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 68.5mm x 62.2mm | – | 87.5mm x 82mm |
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| Engine Cylinders | single-cylinder | – | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | air-cooled | Air / Oil-Cooled | Liquid / Air |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | 4-stroke | 4-Stroke |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 229cc / Unknown | 246cc / 15.01 | 493 / 30.08 ✓ |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1034 / 40.7 ✓ | 1143 / 45 | 1207 / 47.5 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | – | – | Yes |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 386 / 850 ✓ | 476.3 / 1050 |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Total Valves | – | – | 4 ✓ |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Diff Lock Location | – | – | Front |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | – | – | Shaft |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | – | – | Belt |
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| Drive line Modes | – | – | 2 ✓ |
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| Final Drive | – | – | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 ✓ |
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| Transmission Make | – | – | Duramatic |
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| Transmission | – | – | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | – | – | No |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | – | – | 2 ✓ |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | – | – | Yes |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | – | – | No |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Valve Configuration | – | – | 4-valve ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | – | – | Yes |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | – | – | Yes |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | – | – | Yes |
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| Brakes |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | – | – | Standard |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Fuel Type | – | – | Petrol |
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| Carborator Count | – | – | 1 ✓ |
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| Carburetor Size MM | – | – | 36 ✓ |
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| Fuel System Brand | – | – | Keihin |
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| Fuel System | – | – | Carburetor |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | – | – | 3.45in. x 3.23in. |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | – | – | 0.73 |
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| Engine Braking | – | – | Engine Braking System |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | – | – | No |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | – | – | Arctic Cat |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Lower seat height — more accessible for shorter riders
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2009 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic
✓ Pros
- Highest rated towing capacity (386kg)
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2009 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic
- Heavier than the 2000 Honda TRX 250
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (493cc)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
✗ Cons
- Heavier than the 2000 Honda TRX 250
Comparing 2000 Honda TRX 250 vs 2003 Arctic Cat 250 2X4 vs 2009 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2009 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic has the largest displacement at 493cc, making it the most powerful in this comparison. A larger engine generally means more torque for towing and off-road work.
Which quad is the lightest?
The 2000 Honda TRX 250 is the lightest at 180kg (dry weight). A lighter quad is easier to manoeuvre on trails and simpler to recover if stuck.
Which is best for farm work and towing?
For heavy farm use the 2003 Arctic Cat 250 2X4 has the highest towing capacity at 386kg. For general farm duties any quad with 4WD and a towing rating above 400kg is suitable for light implements, spray rigs and game-reserve work.
Which has the better suspension?
Independent front suspension (A-Arm or IFS) absorbs bumps better than solid-axle designs and improves handling on uneven terrain. Check the Suspension category in the full table above to compare front and rear travel for each model.
Which is the easiest to ride?
CVT automatic transmission is easiest for beginners — there is no gear-changing or clutch to manage. A lower seat height also makes a quad more accessible for shorter riders. Check the Transmission and Seat Height rows in the table above.
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