E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
2 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat 250 2x4×
Arctic Cat 300 4x4×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
249cc / 15.19
280cc / 17.09
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | SOHC 4-Stroke | SOHC 4-Stroke |
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| Lighting |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Gauge | – |
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| Speedometer | Standard | Standard |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | – |
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| Clock | Standard | – |
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| Trip Odometer | Standard | Standard |
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| Digital Instrumentation | Standard | – |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 227 / 500 | 386 / 850 ✓ |
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| Tow Hook | Standard | – |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No |
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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 | Standard |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 22.7 / 50 | 45.4 / 100 |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | 45 / 100 | 91 / 200 ✓ |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | 23 / 50 | 45 / 100 ✓ |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 13 / 3.43 | 18 / 4.75 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | Yes | No |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Aluminum |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | One-Piece |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | No |
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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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| Bash Plate (Rear) | – | Yes |
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| Towing |
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| Rear Hitch | – | Standard |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Number Of Speeds | – | 5 ✓ |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | – | Shaft |
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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 | – |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No | – |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | Standard | Standard |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Light Guard | No | – |
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| Hand Guards | No | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard |
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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 |
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| CV Boot Cover | No | Yes |
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| Brush Guard | Yes | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Rim Width (in) | 8 ✓ | 6.5 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | – | Yes |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 10 | 12 ✓ |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 22 | 25 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | Swing arm; 5 in. travel ✓ | Fully Independent Suspension, Travel 6.5 in. |
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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.) | 127 / 5 | 165 / 6.5 ✓ |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | No | – |
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| Front Suspension | Double a-arm; 5 in. travel ✓ | Double A-Arm, Travel 6.5 in. |
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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 | Mechanical Disc |
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| Brakes Front | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic Disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electric / Pull | Electric / Pull |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Steel | – |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 2.86in. x 2.36in. | 2.7in. x 2.99in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 72.7mm x 60mm | 68.5mm x 76mm |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 0.52 | 0.49 |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid w/fan | Air / Oil-Cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | 4-Stroke |
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| Total Valves | 2 | 4 ✓ |
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| Valve Configuration | 2-Valve | 4-Valve ✓ |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | SOHC |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 249cc / 15.19 | 280cc / 17.09 ✓ |
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| Fuel System | Carburetor | Carburetor |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | No | – |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | No | – |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 127 / 5 | 165 / 6.5 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tires Rear | 22 x 10-10 | 25 X 10-12 ✓ |
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| Front Rim Width (in) | 5.5 | 6.5 |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 10 | 12 ✓ |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 7 ✓ | 9 |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 22 | 24 ✓ |
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| Tires Front | 22 x 7-10 | 24 X 9-12 ✓ |
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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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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | Shaft | – |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 1 | 2 ✓ |
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| Final Drive | 4X2 | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 |
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| Transmission Make | Duramatic | – |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Manual / Automatic Clutch |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 216.4 / 477 | 258.6 / 570 |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1178.6 / 46.4 | 1270 / 50 ✓ |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 157.5 / 6.2 | 210.8 / 8.3 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1118 / 44.0 ✓ | 1143 / 45 |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1052 / 41.4 ✓ | 1143 / 45 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 1872 / 73.7 ✓ | 2057 / 81.0 |
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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 | 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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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 10 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Radiator Guard | – | Yes |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- 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 2005 Arctic Cat 300 4x4
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (280cccc)
- Highest rated towing capacity (386kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
✗ Cons
- No significant weaknesses identified from available data
Comparing 2006 Arctic Cat 250 2x4 vs 2005 Arctic Cat 300 4x4 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2005 Arctic Cat 300 4x4 has the largest displacement at 280cccc, 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 2005 Arctic Cat 300 4x4 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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