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The Traxter’ s little brother makes big jobs look easy
BRP( Bombardier Recreational Products) is expanding its 2017 side-by-side vehicle( SSV) line-up with the addition of the new mid-range Can-Am Traxter HD5.
T he unit has been developed to meet the demand from users for a versatile lower HP SSV that excels at hauling and towing heavy loads and has the ability to handle multiple terrains, from boggy fields to rocky trails.
This innovative SSV has the comfort and control of the original Can-Am Traxter combined with the performance of a 38hp petrol engine. Together with a 40-litre fuel tank, it provides users with a work ready vehicle that can spend more hours out in the fields simplifying the toughest jobs.
Marc-André Dubois, global marketing director, Can-Am Off-Road, says,“ The 2017 Can-Am Traxter HD5 provides full-size functionality and unmatched versatility at an attractive price point. The addition of the handy Traxter HD5 packages will help us expand the line-up to meet the demands of the marketplace and assist in the growth of the Can-Am brand in the highly popular utility-recreation segment of the industry.”
The HD5’ s Rotax engine has been calibrated to supply excellent power and torque for working on the farm and in the field. It also requires no breakin service and remains maintenance-free for one year or up to 1,865 miles( 3,000 km) or 200 running hours. Additionally, the durable continuously variable transmission( CVT) comes equipped with engine braking, drive belt protection and a work-ready low range as standard. In addition, the HD5 is built around a dependable high-strength, low-alloy steel chassis and comes with double A-arm front suspension, Torsional Trailing A-arm( TTA-HD) rear suspension and twintube gas-charged shocks that supply 10 in.( 26.7 cm) of travel at the front and rear of the SSV. It also has 10.5-inch( 26.7-cm) of ground clearance, selectable 2WD / 4WD Visco-Lok auto-locking front differential and 25-in.( 63.5-cm) Maxxis tyres on 12- in.( 30.5cm) wheels for superior off-road capabilities.
The Traxter HD5 also has the ability to tow up to 1,500 lbs.( 680 kg) and a payload of 1,200 lbs.( 544 kg). The heavy-duty cargo box has intuitive adaptability to go with its 600 lbs( 272 kg) rated capacity, tilting bed and fully functional tailgate. It also has the industry’ s largest fuel tank, at 10.6 gal.( 40 L), so that more time is allocated for work and less time is spent refuelling.
The vehicle’ s roomy, intuitive cockpit is designed to be fully functional and comfortable with cab pillars pushed forward, an open-dash configuration and a truck-inspired VERSA-PRO bench seat that accommodates up to three adults and flips up for additional space in the cab. The Traxter DPS HD5 package features up to 10.4 gal.( 39.5 L) of on board storage including cup holders, under-dash storage and a water-resistant toolbox, which is an industry exclusive. The cargo box’ s integrated design elements including the LinQ quick-attach system, built-in anchors and tie-down points and many recesses for easy box separator solutions make it easy for the user to customise it for the job at hand.
The 2017 Traxter HD5 side-by-side vehicle is available in two packages( base and DPS) and up to three available colours, including an optional, water-dipped Mossy Oak Break-Up Country camo finish. There are also 160 genuine Can-Am accessories, providing owners with a variety of options to customise their SSV to suit the job requirements. www. farmingmonthly. co. uk March 2017 | Farming Monthly | 51