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3 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat 400 2x4×
Arctic Cat 50 2x4×
Arctic Cat 90 2x4×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
376cc / 22.9
49cc / 2.99
81cc / 4.94
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | SOHC 4-Stroke 4-Valve | 2-Stroke w/Oil Injection | SOHC 4-stroke 2-valve |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | Driver | Driver |
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| Body Material | Plastic | – | – |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | Yes | No | No |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes | 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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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 476 / 1050 ✓ | – | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No | No |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No | No |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | One-Piece | One-Piece |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver | Driver |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 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 ✓ | – | – |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | 45 / 100 ✓ | – | – |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 18 / 4.8 ✓ | 5 / 1.3 | 5 / 1.3 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | Yes | Yes |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Aluminum | Aluminum |
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| Rear Rim Width (in) | 8 ✓ | – | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl | Vinyl |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 12 ✓ | 7 | 8 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel | Steel |
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| Front Fender Flairs | Standard | – | – |
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| Rear Bumper | – | Standard | Standard |
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| Light Guard | – | No | No |
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| Handlebar Pads | – | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | – | No | No |
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| CV Boot Cover | – | No | No |
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| Brush Guard | – | No | No |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Transmission Make | – | Duramatic | Duramatic |
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| Suspension |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | – | No | No |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | – | No | No |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | – | Steel | Steel |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | – | No | No |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | Arctic Cat | Arctic Cat | Arctic Cat |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 ✓ | 6 | 12 |
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| Manufacturer Country | USA | USA | USA |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Manual |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Shock Cover | No | No | No |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | Standard | – | – |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Radiator Guard | Yes | No | No |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | – | Yes | Yes |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | – | No | No |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 8 | 7 ✓ |
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| Tires Rear | 25 X 10-12 ✓ | 16 X 8-7 | 19 X 7-8 |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | No | No |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 254 / 10 ✓ | 71 / 2.8 | 71 / 2.8 |
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| Front Suspension | Double A-Arm, Travel 10.0 in. | Single A-Arm, Travel 2.8 in. | Single A-Arm, Travel 2.8 in. |
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| Brakes |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | Standard | – | – |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic Disc | Drum | Drum |
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| Brakes Front | Hydraulic Disc | Drum | Drum |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electric / Pull | Electric | Electric |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / 2 Stroke Oil Auto Mix ✓ | Petrol |
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| Carborator Count | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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| Carburetor Size MM | 34 ✓ | – | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | No |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Fuel System Brand | Keihin | Keihin | – |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.11in. x 2.81in. | 1.58in. x 1.54in. | 1.97in. x 1.62in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 79mm x 71.2mm ✓ | 40mm x 39mm | 50mm x 41mm |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 0.65 | 0.22 | 0.33 |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Air / Oil-Cooled | Air / Oil-Cooled | Air / Oil-Cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | 2-Stroke | 4-stroke |
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| Total Valves | 4 ✓ | – | 2 |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-Valve ✓ | – | 2-valve |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | Reed Valve | SOHC |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 376cc / 22.9 ✓ | 49cc / 2.99 | 81cc / 4.94 |
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| Fuel System | Carburetor | Carburetor | Carburetor |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 25 ✓ | 16 | 19 |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | FIS, Travel 10.0 in. | Mono, Travel 4 in. | Mono, Travel 4 in. |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | No |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Rim Width (in) | 6.5 | – | – |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 12 ✓ | 7 | 8 |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 8 | 8 | 7 ✓ |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 25 ✓ | 16 | 19 |
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| Tires Front | 25 X 8-12 ✓ | 16 X 8-7 | 19 X 7-8 |
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| Tire Make | Carlisle Badlands | – | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | No | No |
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| Number Of Speeds | 5 ✓ | – | – |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | No | No |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | Shaft | Chain | Chain |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 254 / 10 ✓ | 102 / 4 | 102 / 4 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Drive line Modes | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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| Transmission | Manual | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Tongue Weight (lbs/kgs) | 1050 / 476.3 ✓ | – | – |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 261.3 / 576 | 98.9 / 218 | 112.9 / 249 |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1270 / 50 | 955 / 37.6 | 955 / 37.6 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 304.8 / 12 | 127 / 5 | 160 / 6.3 ✓ |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1251 / 49.25 | 930 / 36.6 | 930 / 36.6 |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1207 / 47.5 | 889 / 35 | 889 / 35 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2019 / 79.5 | 1524 / 60 | 1524 / 60 |
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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 ✓ | 1 | 1 |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | Yes | No | No |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Final Drive | 4X2 | 4X2 | 4X2 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Safety Flag | – | Standard | Standard |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (376cccc)
- Highest rated towing capacity (476kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
✗ Cons
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
✓ Pros
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2004 Arctic Cat 400 2x4
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
✓ Pros
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2004 Arctic Cat 400 2x4
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
Comparing 2004 Arctic Cat 400 2x4 vs 2005 Arctic Cat 50 2x4 vs 2005 Arctic Cat 90 2x4 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2004 Arctic Cat 400 2x4 has the largest displacement at 376cccc, making it the most powerful in this comparison. A larger engine generally means more torque for towing and off-road work.
Which is best for farm work and towing?
For heavy farm use the 2004 Arctic Cat 400 2x4 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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