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3 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat 400 4X4 Automatic ACT×
Arctic Cat 400 DVX 2x4×
Arctic Cat 400 4X4×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
376cc / 22.94
398cc / 24.29
371cc / Unknown
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | SOHC 4-Stroke 4-Valve | DOHC 4-Stroke 4-Valve | 371cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 4-valve, overhead cam with automatic compression release ✓ |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Speedometer | Standard | – | – |
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| Trip Odometer | Standard | – | – |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 476 / 1050 | – | 476 / 1050 |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No | – |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | One-Piece | – |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl | – |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver | – |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 1 | – |
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| Storage |
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| Underseat Storage | Standard | – | – |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 45.4 / 100 | – | – |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | 91 / 200 | – | 91 / 200 |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | 45 / 100 | – | 45 / 100 |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 18 / 4.8 ✓ | 10 / 2.6 | 16 / 4.25 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | Yes | – | – |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Aluminum | – |
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| Rear Rim Width (in) | 8 | 8 | – |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 12 ✓ | 9 | – |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 10 | – |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | – | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 25 ✓ | 20 | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic | – |
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| Hand Guards | – | No | – |
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| Foot Peg Location | – | Driver | – |
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| Brush Guard | – | No | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Number Of Speeds | – | 5 ✓ | – |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | – | Chain | – |
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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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| Shock Cover | No | No | – |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | Standard | – | – |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Radiator Guard | Yes | – | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Front Fender Flairs | 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 | – | – |
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| CV Boot Cover | Yes | – | – |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | Yes | – | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tires Rear | 25 X 10-12 | 20 X 10-9 | 25 x 10-12, (4psi) |
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| Front Rim Width (in) | 6.5 | 5.5 | – |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 12 ✓ | 10 | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Suspension | Double A-Arm, Travel 8.5 in. | Double A-Arm, Travel 8.50 in. | Independent double A-arm, 7.2" (18.3) of travel |
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| Brakes |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | Standard | – | – |
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| Brakes Rear | Mechanical 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 | – |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | – |
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| Carborator Count | 1 | 1 | – |
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| Carburetor Size MM | 34 | 36 ✓ | – |
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| Fuel System Brand | Keihin | Mikuni | – |
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| Fuel System | Carburetor | Carburetor | – |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.11in. x 2.81in. | 3.55in. x 2.44in. | – |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 79mm x 71.2mm | 90mm x 62mm ✓ | – |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 0.6 | 1.07 | – |
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| Engine Braking | Standard | – | – |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder | single-cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Air / Oil-Cooled | Liquid w/Fan | liquid-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 | 4-Valve | 4-valves | – |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | DOHC | 4-valve, overhead cam with automatic compression release ✓ |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 376cc / 22.94 | 398cc / 24.29 ✓ | 371cc / Unknown |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 216 / 8.5 | 216 / 8.5 | – |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | – | – |
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| Suspension Rear | ACT, Travel 7.2 in. | Swing Arm, Travel 8.90 in. | Semi-independent, 7.2" (18.3) of travel |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 8 | 7 ✓ | – |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 25 ✓ | 22 | – |
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| Tires Front | 25 X 8-12 | 22 X 7-10 | 25 x 8-12, (4.5 psi) |
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| Tire Make | 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 | – | – |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | Shaft | – | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 2 ✓ | 1 | – |
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| Final Drive | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 | 4X2 | – |
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| Transmission Make | Duramatic | – | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Light Guard | – | No | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Manual | – |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 285.8 / 630 | 168.7 / 372 | 265 / 585 ✓ |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1270 / 50 | 1244.6 / 49 | 1270 / 50.0 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 274.3 / 10.8 | 264.2 / 10.4 | 234 / 9.2 ✓ |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1219 / 48 | 1161 / 45.7 | 1143 / 45.0 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1143 / 45 | 1166 / 45.9 | 1143 / 45.0 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2057 / 81.0 | 1829 / 72.0 ✓ | 2019 / 79.5 |
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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 ✓ | 1 | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | Yes | – | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | – | – |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 183 / 7.2 | 226 / 8.9 ✓ | – |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Tongue Weight (lbs/kgs) | 1050 / 476.3 ✓ | – | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Bumper | – | Standard | – |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ 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 2004 Arctic Cat 400 DVX 2x4
- Heavier than the 2000 Arctic Cat 400 4X4
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (398cccc)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
- Manual gearbox — greater control in technical terrain
✗ Cons
- Heavier than the 2000 Arctic Cat 400 4X4
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
✓ Pros
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Solid towing capacity for farm use (476kg)
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2004 Arctic Cat 400 DVX 2x4
Comparing 2004 Arctic Cat 400 4X4 Automatic ACT vs 2004 Arctic Cat 400 DVX 2x4 vs 2000 Arctic Cat 400 4X4 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2004 Arctic Cat 400 DVX 2x4 has the largest displacement at 398cccc, 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 400 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 400 4X4 Automatic ACT 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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