E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
3 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic LE×
Arctic Cat 250 4X4×
Arctic Cat 500 4X4×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
376cc / 22.94
246cc / 15.01
493cc / Unknown
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 | 493cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 4-valve, overhead cam with automatic compression release ✓ |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Hour Meter | Standard | – | – |
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| Fuel Level Warning | Standard | – | – |
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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 | 476 / 1050 |
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| Rear Hitch | Receiver | – | – |
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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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| 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.) | 18 / 4.75 | 18 / 4.75 | 16 / 4.25 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | – | – |
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| Rim Material | Aluminum | – | – |
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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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| Speedometer | Standard | – | – |
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| Lighting |
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| Lighting | Halogen | – | – |
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| Headlights | Standard | – | – |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | – | – |
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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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| Winch |
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| Roller Fairlead | Standard | – | – |
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| Winch Make | Warn | – | – |
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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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| Rear Bumper | Standard | – | – |
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| Radiator Guard | Yes | – | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | – | – |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | Yes | – | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 ✓ | – | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Fender | Standard | – | – |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | – | – |
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| Frame | Steel | – | – |
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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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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Fender Flairs | Standard | – | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 25 ✓ | – | – |
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| Tires Rear | 25 X 10-12 | 24 x 9-12 | 26 x 10.5-12, (4psi) ✓ |
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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 | – |
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| Front Suspension | Double A-Arm, Travel 10.0 in. | Fully independent w/6.5" of travel | Independent double A-arm, 7.2" (18.3) of travel |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic Disc | Disc | Hydraulic disc, single-lever actuated |
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| Brakes Front | Hydraulic Disc | 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 | – | – |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | – | – |
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| Carborator Count | 1 ✓ | – | – |
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| Carburetor Size MM | 34 ✓ | – | – |
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| Fuel System Brand | Keihin | – | – |
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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 | Carburetor | – | – |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 82mm x 71.2mm ✓ | – | – |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 0.56 | – | – |
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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 | Air and oil-cooled | liquid-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 | 4-valve, overhead cam with automatic compression release ✓ |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 376cc / 22.94 | 246cc / 15.01 | 493cc / Unknown ✓ |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.23in. x 2.81in. | – | – |
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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 | Fully Independent Suspension, Travel 10.0 in. | Fully independent w/6.5" of travel | Semi-independent, 7.2" (18.3) of travel |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | – | – |
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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 | 26 x 10.5-12, (4 psi) ✓ |
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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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| Drive line Modes | 2 ✓ | – | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 254 / 10 ✓ | 165 / 6.5 | – |
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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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| Wet Weight (Lbs. / Kg) | 2500/1134 ✓ | – | – |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 304.4 / 671 | 260.82 / 575 | 293 / 645 ✓ |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1270 / 50 | 1270 / 50 | 1270 / 50.0 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 304.8 / 12 | 210 / 8.25 | 254 / 10.0 ✓ |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1252 / 49.3 | 1143 / 45 | 1143 / 45.0 |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1207 / 47.5 | 1124 / 44.25 ✓ | 1143 / 45.0 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2057 / 81.0 | 2019 / 79.5 ✓ | 2045 / 80.5 |
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| Suspension |
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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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| 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
- Highest rated towing capacity (476kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4
- Heavier than the 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4
✓ Pros
- Solid towing capacity for farm use (386kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4
- Heavier than the 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (493cccc)
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Solid towing capacity for farm use (476kg)
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
✗ Cons
- No significant weaknesses identified from available data
Comparing 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic LE vs 2002 Arctic Cat 250 4X4 vs 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4 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 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4 is the lightest at 293kg (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 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic LE 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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