E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
2 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat Alterra 570 4x4×
Honda FourTrax Rincon 680 FA GPScape×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
545 / 33.26
675cc / 41.2
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 545 / 33.26 | 675cc / 41.2 ✓ |
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| Manufacturer Country | USA | Japan |
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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 Flairs | Standard | Standard |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Radiator Guard | Yes | – |
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| Power Outlet | Standard | Standard |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | Yes | Yes |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | No |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Fender Flairs | Standard | Standard |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 | 16 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | Driver |
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| Body Material | Plastic | – |
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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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| 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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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Gauge | Light |
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| Tachometer | Standard | – |
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| Speedometer | Standard | Standard |
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| Hour Meter | Standard | Standard |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | Gauge |
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| Clock | Standard | Standard |
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| Voltage Meter | Standard | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| CV Boot Cover | Yes | Yes |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | Textron, Inc. | Honda |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | – | 675 cc, Liquid-cooled longitudinally mounted semi-dry-sump four-stroke OHV single ✓ |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | – | 1.12 |
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| Performance |
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| Power Output(hp in Kw) | – | 14.3kW at 6500rpm |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | – | 3.3 m |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Snorkel Air Intake | – | Standard |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | – | Yes |
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| Rear Bumper | – | Standard |
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| Light Guard | – | No |
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| Hand Guards | – | No |
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| Front Bumper | – | Standard |
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| Brush Guard | – | No |
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| Colours |
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| Colors | – | Red, Camo, Black (Charcoal) |
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| Instrumentation |
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| GPS Make | – | GPScape |
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| GPS | – | Yes |
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| Compass | – | Standard |
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| Trip Computer | – | Standard |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | – | 876.3 / 34.5 |
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| Storage |
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| Glove Box / Dashboard Storage | – | Standard |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rear Rack | – | Standard |
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| Front Rack | – | Standard |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Reserve (l / gal.) | – | 4.2 / 1.1 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Number Of Speeds | – | 3 ✓ |
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| Limited Slip Diff Location | – | Front |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | – | No |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | – | Aluminum |
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| Brakes |
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| Front Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | – | 180 / Unknown ✓ |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Lubrication | – | semi-dry-sump |
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| Fuel Injector Size MM | – | 40 ✓ |
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| Compression Ratio | – | 10.5:1 |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | – | 4.02in. x 3.25 in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | – | 102mm x 82.6mm ✓ |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Trip Odometer | Standard | Standard |
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| Digital Instrumentation | Standard | Standard |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 476 / 1050 ✓ | – |
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| Rear Hitch | Receiver | – |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 280 / 11 ✓ | 254 / 10 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1257 / 49.5 | 1207 / 47.52 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1230 / 48.5 | 1189 / 46.81 ✓ |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2118 / 83.40 | 2112 / 83 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | No |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 | 2 |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 250 / 10 ✓ | 203.2 / 8 |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | No | – |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | Yes | – |
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| Suspension Rear | Independent Double A-Arm | Independent double wishbone with hydraulic shock absorbers |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | No |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 254 / 10 ✓ | 175.3 / 6.9 |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | Yes | – |
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| Front Suspension | Independent Double A-Arm | Independent double-wishbone with hydraulic shocks; 170mm (6.7 inch) 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 | Sealed mechanical drum |
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| Brakes Front | Hydraulic Disc | Dual 180mm hydraulic discs ✓ |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electric | Fully transistorized with electric advance.Starter: Electric with auxiliary recoil |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Fuel System | Fuel Injected | Electronic fuel injection with IACV idle control |
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| Engine Braking | Engine Braking System | Standard |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | single-cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid | Liquid-cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke ✓ | four-stroke |
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| Total Valves | 4 | 4 |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-valves | 4-valves |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | OHV |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1320 / 52 ✓ | 1290.3 / 50.8 |
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| Performance |
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| Torque (Nm) | – | 23Nm at 5000rpm ✓ |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 317 / 699 ✓ | 272.2 / 600 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Final Drive | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 ✓ | Direct front and rear drive-shafts with torque-sensitive front differential |
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| Towing |
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| Tow Hook | 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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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 1 |
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| Storage |
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| Rear Storage Well | Standard | – |
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| Tool Bag Mount | Standard | – |
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| Underseat Storage | Standard | – |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 45.3 / 100 | – |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Payload Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 233.6 / 515 | – |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 21.6 / 5.7 | 17 litres, including 3.1 litre reserve / 4.5 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | No |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Aluminum |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 12 | 12 |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 10 |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 25 | 25 |
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| Tires Rear | Carlisle Trail-Pro AT 25 X 10-12 | 25 x 10-12 |
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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) | 25 | 25 |
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| Tires Front | Carlisle Trail-Pro AT 25 X 8-12 | 25 x 8-12 |
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| Tire Make | Carlisle | Dunlop |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | – |
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| Driveline Make | Rapid Traction System | TraxLok |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | Shaft | Shaft |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 2 | 2 |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Automatic with hydrolic tourque converter 3-speed, forward, 1-speed reverse; electrical control ✓ |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | – | 6 months Transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan. ✓ |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Highest rated towing capacity (476kg)
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2006 Honda FourTrax Rincon 680 FA GPScape
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (675cccc)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
✗ Cons
- Heavier than the 2020 Arctic Cat Alterra 570 4x4
Comparing 2020 Arctic Cat Alterra 570 4x4 vs 2006 Honda FourTrax Rincon 680 FA GPScape — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2006 Honda FourTrax Rincon 680 FA GPScape has the largest displacement at 675cccc, 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 2020 Arctic Cat Alterra 570 4x4 is the lightest at 317kg (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 2020 Arctic Cat Alterra 570 4x4 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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