E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
3 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat 650 V2 4x4 Automatic×
Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TRV×
Arctic Cat 300 4X4×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
633 cc / 38.6
493cc / 30.08
280cc / Unknown
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | 633cc V-Twin SOHC 4-Stroke 4-Valve ✓ | SOHC 4-Stroke 4-Valve | 280cc, air and oil-cooled, 4-stroke, 2-valve, overhead cam |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Service Reminder | Standard | – | – |
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| Hour Meter | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | – | – |
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| Clock | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Trip Odometer | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Digital Instrumentation | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 476.3 / 1050 | 476 / 1050 ✓ | 431 / 950 |
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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 | No | – |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | Two-Piece | – |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl | – |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver and Passenger | – |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 ✓ | – | – |
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| Storage |
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| Glove Box / Dashboard Storage | Standard | – | – |
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| Tool Bag Mount | Standard | – | – |
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| Underseat Storage | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 45.4 / 100 | 45.4 / 100 | – |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | Unknown / 200 ✓ | 136 / 300 | 68 / 150 |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | Unknown / 100 ✓ | 45 / 100 | 34 / 75 |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 24.6 / 6.5 | 18 / 4.8 ✓ | 16 / 4.25 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | No | – |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Steel | – |
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| Rear Rim Width (in) | 8 | 8 | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Speedometer | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 12 | 12 | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Tachometer | Standard | – | – |
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| Lighting |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen | – |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Tongue Weight (lbs/kgs) | – | 1050 / 476.3 ✓ | – |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | Arctic Cat | Arctic Cat | – |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 | 16 | – |
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| Manufacturer Country | USA | USA | – |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Radiator Guard | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Power Outlet | Standard | – | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | 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 | Standard | – |
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| Front Fender Flairs | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel | – |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No | – |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | Driver and Passenger | – |
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| CV Boot Cover | Yes | – | – |
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| Brush Guard | Yes | – | – |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic | – |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | No | – |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Gauge | – | – |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | – | Yes | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 11 | 11 | – |
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| Tires Rear | 26 x 11-12 ✓ | 25 X 11-12 | 25 x 10-12, (4psi) |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | – |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 254 / 10 | 254 / 10 | – |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | Yes | – | – |
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| Front Suspension | Double a-arm with 10 in. travel ✓ | Double A-Arm, Travel 10.0 in. | Independent double A-arm, 6.5" (16.5) of travel |
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| Brakes |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic disc, single-lever actuated |
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| Brakes Front | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic disc, single-lever actuated, with parking brake. Foot operated mechanical rear brake, |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electric / Pull | Electric / Pull | – |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | – |
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| Carborator Count | 2 ✓ | – | – |
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| Carburetor Size MM | 32 ✓ | – | – |
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| Fuel System Brand | Keihin | – | – |
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| Fuel System | Carburetor | Carburetor | – |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.15in. x 2.48 in. | 3.45in. x 3.23in. | – |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 80 mm x 63 mm ✓ | 87.5mm x 82mm | – |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 0.89 | 0.67 | – |
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| Engine Braking | Yes | Standard | – |
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| Engine Cylinders | V Twin | Single-Cylinder | single-cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid with Fan | Liquid w/Fan | air and oil-cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | 4-Stroke | 4-stroke |
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| Total Valves | 4 | 4 | – |
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| Valve Configuration | 2-valves | 4-Valve ✓ | – |
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| Engine Valves | 4-Valve ✓ | SOHC | 2-valve, overhead cam |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 633 cc / 38.6 ✓ | 493cc / 30.08 | 280cc / Unknown |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | Double a-arm with 10 in. travel ✓ | FIS, Travel 10.0 in. | Independent double A-arm, 6.5" (16.5) of travel |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 26 ✓ | 25 | – |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | Yes | – | – |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 254 / 10 | 254 / 10 | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Rim Width (in) | 6.5 | 6.5 | – |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 12 | 12 | – |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 8 | 8 | – |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 26 ✓ | 25 | – |
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| Tires Front | 26 x 8-12 ✓ | 25 X 8-12 | 23 x 8-12, (6.0 psi) |
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| Tire Make | Goodyear | Carlisle Badlands | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Diff Lock Location | Front | – | – |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | Shaft | Shaft | – |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | – | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 2 | 2 | – |
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| Final Drive | 2 / 4 WD plus Diff Lock | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 ✓ | – |
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| Transmission Make | Duramatic | Duramatic | – |
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| Transmission | Automatic CVT with engine braking system | Continuously Variable (CVT) | – |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 322.5 / 711 | 332 / 732 | 265 / 585 ✓ |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1270 / 50 | 1473.2 / 58 | 1270 / 50.0 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 330.2 / 13 | 304.8 / 12 | 210 / 8.25 ✓ |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1264 / 49.75 | 1251 / 49.25 | 1143 / 45.0 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1207 / 47.5 | 1207 / 47.5 | 1143 / 45.0 ✓ |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2149 / 84.6 | 2445 / 96.25 | 2019 / 79.5 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | – | – |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 | 2 | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | – |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | No | – | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Shock Cover | – | No | – |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (633 cccc)
- 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 Arctic Cat 300 4X4
✓ Pros
- Highest rated towing capacity (476kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2006 Arctic Cat 650 V2 4x4 Automatic
- Heavier than the 2000 Arctic Cat 300 4X4
✓ Pros
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Solid towing capacity for farm use (431kg)
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2006 Arctic Cat 650 V2 4x4 Automatic
Comparing 2006 Arctic Cat 650 V2 4x4 Automatic vs 2004 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TRV vs 2000 Arctic Cat 300 4X4 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2006 Arctic Cat 650 V2 4x4 Automatic has the largest displacement at 633 cccc, 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 Arctic Cat 300 4X4 is the lightest at 265kg (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 2004 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TRV has the highest towing capacity at 476kg. 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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