E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
3 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat 500 4X4 Automatic×
Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic×
Arctic Cat DVX 90×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
493cc / Unknown
376cc / 22.94
90cc / 5.49
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | 493cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 4-valve, overhead cam with automatic compression release ✓ | SOHC 4-Stroke 4-Valve | SOHC 4-Stroke 2-Valve |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Body Material | – | Plastic | – |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | – | Yes | – |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | – | 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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| Instrumentation |
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| Speedometer | – | Standard | – |
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| Trip Odometer | – | Standard | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | – | No | No |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| CV Boot Cover | – | Yes | No |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Type | – | One-Piece | One-Piece |
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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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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | – | No | Yes |
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| Rim Material | – | Steel | Aluminum |
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| Rear Rim Width (in) | – | 8 | 7 ✓ |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | – | 12 ✓ | 8 |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | – | 10 | 8 ✓ |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | – | 25 ✓ | 19 |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Material | – | Vinyl | Vinyl |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Floor Board Location | – | Driver | Driver |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | – | No | No |
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| Frame | – | Steel | Steel |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | – | – | No |
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| Rear Bumper | – | – | Standard |
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| Handlebar Pads | – | – | Standard |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | – | – | No |
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| Decal Kit | – | – | Standard |
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| Brush Guard | – | – | No |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | – | – | Chain |
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| Suspension |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | – | – | No |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | – | – | No |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | – | – | Steel |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | – | – | Yes |
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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 ✓ | 12 |
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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 Fender Flairs | – | Standard | – |
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| Rear Fender | – | Standard | Standard |
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| Radiator Guard | – | Yes | 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 | – |
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| Front Bumper | – | Standard | Standard |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Rim Width (in) | – | 6.5 | 5.5 |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | – | 12 ✓ | 8 |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | – | 8 | 7 ✓ |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | – | 25 ✓ | 20 |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Total Valves | – | 4 ✓ | 2 |
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| Valve Configuration | – | 4-Valve ✓ | 2-Valve |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 476 / 1050 | 476 / 1050 | – |
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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 / 4.75 | 18 / 4.8 | 5 / 1.45 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tires Rear | 25x10-12 (5.0 psi) | 25 X 10-12 | 19 x 8-8 |
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| Tires Front | 25x10-12 (5.0 psi) | 25 X 8-12 | 20 x 7-8 |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 294 / 648 ✓ | 294.4 / 649 | 117.9 / 260 |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1311 / 51.6 | 1270 / 50 ✓ | 975.4 / 38.4 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 234 / 9.2 ✓ | 304.8 / 12 | 121.9 / 4.8 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1143 / 45.0 | 1251 / 49.25 | 963 / 37.9 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1143 / 45.0 | 1207 / 47.5 | 876 / 34.5 ✓ |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2045 / 80.5 | 2057 / 81.0 | 1467 / 57.75 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | Semi-independent, 7.2" (18.3) of travel | FIS, Travel 10.0 in. | Swing arm; 2.9 in. travel |
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| Front Suspension | Independent double A-arm, 7.2" (18.3) of travel | Double A-Arm, Travel 10.0 in. | Single a-arm; 2.8 in. travel |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic disc, single-lever actuated | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic disc |
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| Brakes Front | Hydraulic disc, single-lever actuated, with parking brake. Foot operated mechanical rear brake, | Hydraulic Disc | Drum |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Cylinders | single-cylinder | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | liquid-cooled | Air / Oil-Cooled | Air / Oil-Cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-stroke | 4-Stroke | 4-Stroke |
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| Engine Valves | 4-valve, overhead cam with automatic compression release ✓ | SOHC | SOHC |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 493cc / Unknown ✓ | 376cc / 22.94 | 90cc / 5.49 |
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| Engine Braking | – | Standard | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Safety Flag | – | – | Standard |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | – | 0.58 | 0.35 |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | – | 3.11in. x 2.81in. | 1.85in. x 2.04in. |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tire Make | – | Carlisle Badlands | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | – | Yes | No |
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| Hi / Low Range | – | Yes | No |
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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 | Duramatic |
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| Transmission | – | 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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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | – | 2 ✓ | 1 |
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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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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | – | 254 / 10 ✓ | 74 / 2.9 |
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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.) | – | 254 / 10 ✓ | 71 / 2.8 |
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| Brakes |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | – | Standard | – |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | – | Electric / Pull | Electric / Kick |
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| Fuel Type | – | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Carborator Count | – | 1 | 1 |
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| Carburetor Size MM | – | 34 ✓ | – |
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| Fuel System Brand | – | Keihin | – |
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| Fuel System | – | Carburetor | Carburetor |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | – | 79mm x 71.2mm ✓ | 47mm x 51.8mm |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | – | – | 13 ✓ |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (493cccc)
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Highest rated towing capacity (476kg)
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
✗ Cons
- No significant weaknesses identified from available data
✓ Pros
- Solid towing capacity for farm use (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 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4 Automatic
- Heavier than the 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4 Automatic
✓ Pros
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4 Automatic
- Heavier than the 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4 Automatic
- Drum brakes on front — less stopping power than disc
Comparing 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4 Automatic vs 2004 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic vs 2006 Arctic Cat DVX 90 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2000 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 2000 Arctic Cat 500 4X4 Automatic is the lightest at 294kg (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 2000 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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