E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
3 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic×
Arctic Cat 250 2X4×
Arctic Cat 300 2X4×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
493cc / 30.08
246cc / 15.01
280cc / 17.09
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | SOHC 4-Stroke 4-Valve | 246cc, Air- and oil-cooled, 4-stroke SOHC | 280cc, Air- and oil-cooled, 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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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 476 / 1050 ✓ | 386 / 850 | 386 / 850 |
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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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| 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 | – | – |
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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 | 91 / 200 |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | 45 / 100 | 45 / 100 | 45 / 100 |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 25 / 6.5 ✓ | 18 / 4.75 | 18 / 4.75 |
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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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| Instrumentation |
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| Hour Meter | Standard | – | – |
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| Speedometer | Standard | – | – |
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| Tachometer | Standard | – | – |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Gauge | – | – |
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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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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 11 ✓ | – | – |
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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 (Rear) | Yes | – | – |
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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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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Frame | Steel | – | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 25 ✓ | – | – |
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| Tires Rear | 25 x 11-12 | 24 x 9-12 | 25 x 10-12 |
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| Front Rim Width (in) | 6.5 | – | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | – | – |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 254 / 10 ✓ | 165 / 6.5 | 165 / 6.5 |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | Yes | – | – |
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| Front Suspension | Double a-arm; 10 in. travel ✓ | Fully independent w/6.5" of travel | Fully independent w/6.5" of travel |
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| Brakes |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | Standard | – | – |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic disc | Disc | Disc |
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| Brakes Front | Hydraulic disc | Disc | Disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electric / Pull | – | – |
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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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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | – | – |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Fuel System Brand | Keihin | – | – |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.45in. x 3.23in. | – | – |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 87.5mm x 82mm | – | – |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 0.72 | – | – |
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| Engine Braking | Engine Braking System | – | – |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | – | – |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid-Cooled with fan | Air and oil-cooled | Air and Oil-cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | 4-stroke | 4-stroke |
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| Total Valves | 4 ✓ | – | – |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-Valve ✓ | – | – |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | SOHC | SOHC |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 493cc / 30.08 ✓ | 246cc / 15.01 | 280cc / 17.09 |
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| Fuel System | Carburetor | – | – |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 ✓ | – | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | Double a-arm; 10 in. travel ✓ | Fully independent w/6.5" of travel | Fully independent w/6.5" of travel |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 254 / 10 ✓ | 165 / 6.5 | Unknown / 6.5 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 12 ✓ | – | – |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 8 ✓ | – | – |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 25 ✓ | – | – |
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| Tires Front | 25 x 8-12 ✓ | 23 x 8-12 | 23 x 8-12 |
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| Tire Make | Carlisle Badlands | – | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | – | – |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | – | – |
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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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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | Yes | – | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Final Drive | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 ✓ | – | – |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable (CVT) | – | – |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 310.3 / 684 | 247.21 / 545 | 249 / 550 ✓ |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1270 / 50 | 1270 / 50 | 1270 / 50 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 304.8 / 12 | 210 / 8.25 | 210 / 8.25 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1251 / 49.25 | 1143 / 45 | 1143 / 45 |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1207 / 47.5 | 1124 / 44.25 | 1124 / 44.25 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2149 / 84.6 | 2019 / 79.5 | 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 ✓ | – | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | Yes | – | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | – | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Transmission Make | Duramatic | – | – |
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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
- Largest engine in this comparison (493cccc)
- Highest rated towing capacity (476kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
✗ Cons
- Heavier than the 2002 Arctic Cat 300 2X4
✓ Pros
- Solid towing capacity for farm use (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 2006 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic
- Heavier than the 2002 Arctic Cat 300 2X4
✓ Pros
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Solid towing capacity for farm use (386kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2006 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic
Comparing 2006 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic vs 2002 Arctic Cat 250 2X4 vs 2002 Arctic Cat 300 2X4 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2006 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic has the largest displacement at 493cccc, 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 2002 Arctic Cat 300 2X4 is the lightest at 249kg (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 2006 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic 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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