E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
2 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat 250 2x4×
Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
246 / 15.01
493cc / 30.08
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | SOHC 4-Stroke | SOHC 4-Stroke 4-Valve |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | Driver |
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| Brush Guard | Yes | – |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | Yes | Yes |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | No |
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| Colors | Red | – |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 386 / 850 | 476 / 1050 ✓ |
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| Rear Hitch | Standard | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | One-Piece |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver |
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| Storage |
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| Underseat Storage | Standard | Standard |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 45.4 / 100 | 45.4 / 100 |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | 91 / 200 | 136 / 300 ✓ |
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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 / 4.8 | 18 / 4.8 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | No |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Fender Flairs | – | Standard |
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| Cargo Bed Tilt | – | Yes |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Speedometer | – | Standard |
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| Hour Meter | – | Standard |
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| Clock | – | Standard |
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| Trip Odometer | – | Standard |
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| Trip Computer | – | Standard |
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| Digital Instrumentation | – | Standard |
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| Storage |
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| Fender Storage Location | – | Rear |
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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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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | – | Shaft |
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| Transmission Make | – | Duramatic |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Tongue Weight (lbs/kgs) | – | 1050 / 476.3 ✓ |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Braking | – | Standard |
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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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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Radiator Guard | Yes | Yes |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | – | Standard |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rim Material | Aluminum | Steel |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 12 | 12 |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | FIS, Travel 6.5 in. | FIS, Travel 10.0 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.) | 165 / 6.5 | 254 / 10 ✓ |
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| Front Suspension | Double A-Arm, Travel 6.5 in. | Double A-Arm, Travel 10.0 in. |
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| Brakes |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | Standard | Standard |
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| Brakes Rear | Mechanical Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
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| Brakes Front | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electric | Electric / Pull |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Fuel System | Carburetor | Carburetor |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 2.6in. x 2.84in. | 3.45in. x 3.23in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 66mm x 72mm ✓ | 87.5mm x 82mm |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 0.46 | 0.66 |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Air / Oil-Cooled | Liquid w/Fan |
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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 ) | 246 / 15.01 | 493cc / 30.08 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 165 / 6.5 | 254 / 10 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Rim Width (in) | 6.5 | 8 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 | 2 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 9 ✓ | 11 |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 24 | 25 ✓ |
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| Tires Rear | 24 X 9-12 | 25 X 11-12 ✓ |
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| Front Rim Width (in) | 6.5 | 6.5 |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 12 | 12 |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 8 | 8 |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 23 | 25 ✓ |
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| Tires Front | 23 X 8-12 | 25 X 8-12 ✓ |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
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| Number Of Speeds | 5 ✓ | – |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | Yes |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | Shaft | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 1 | 2 ✓ |
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| Final Drive | 4X2 | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 |
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| Transmission | Manual | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 240.4 / 530 | 336.6 / 742 |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1270 / 50 ✓ | 1473.2 / 58 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 210.8 / 8.3 | 304.8 / 12 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1143 / 45 ✓ | 1251 / 49.25 |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1143 / 45 ✓ | 1207 / 47.5 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2019 / 79.5 ✓ | 2445 / 96.25 |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | Yes | Yes |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Shock Cover | – | No |
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Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Solid towing capacity for farm use (386kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
- Manual gearbox — greater control in technical terrain
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2004 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (493cccc)
- Highest rated towing capacity (476kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
✗ Cons
- No significant weaknesses identified from available data
Comparing 2004 Arctic Cat 250 2x4 vs 2004 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2004 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX 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 is best for farm work and towing?
For heavy farm use the 2004 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX 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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