| ATV
Honda ATV
The ideal solution for outdoor stock care this winter
With winter approaching and the challenge of looking
after livestock outdoors the Honda Pioneer 700 utility
vehicle will be a very welcome addition to any farm fleet.
he new utility
vehicle offers the
same go-
anywhere ability as
Honda’s range of
conventional ATVs
and has a powerful 675cc petrol
engine driving through an efficient
torque converter transmission
allowing it to carry and tow heavy
farm loads with ease. Independent
suspension front and rear with an
impressive 27cm ground
clearance makes it ideal for rutted
field gateways or farm tracks, and
selectable 4wd with locking
differentials ensures a firm grip on
slippery grass slopes, or for
travelling through deep mud or
snow.
The Pioneer’s petrol engine is
quieter and smoother than diesel
engine-powered alternatives. This
advantage has proved especially
popular with gamekeepers and
other users spending long working
hours on the machine. Excellent
fuel economy from the low-revving
power unit keeps running costs
low and a large 30-litre fuel tank
allows long operating periods
without refuelling. The compact
engine and transmission is centre-
mounted, low down in the vehicle,
helping ensure excellent stability
which is essential for safe hill farm
operation.
The large rear load platform can
carry up to 386kg of feed or
bedding and, where even larger
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quantities are needed, the optional
rear hitch provides up to 680kg
towing capacity. Another benefit of
the Pioneer over a conventional
ATV is its ability to carry up to
three passengers almost
anywhere safely, including areas
inaccessible to road-going 4x4s or
tractors. This makes it ideal for
tasks such as livestock handling
away from the yard, where its
ability to transport people and
equipment wherever needed offers
significant time and cost savings.
Comfortable, supportive seats
and standard power steering along
with well laid out controls make the
new model easy and fun to drive
and reduces driver fatigue during
extended operating periods. A
range of weather protection
options is available for the Pioneer
including a full cab with ‘proper’
doors and even an effective heater
to help clear windows of ice and
condensation, and keep
occupants warm and dry.
Powerful work lights are
standard, ideal for travelling to and
from work areas and checking
stock after daylight hours.
Honda’s conventional ATV line-
up is a firm favourite with farmers
and includes utility models from
250 to 680cc with manual or
automatic transmission. Sharing
many proven design features, the
new Pioneer 700 complement the
range, offering a practical option
for those with larger or heavier
loads to carry or personnel to
transport around the farm.
Like the full range of Honda’s
conventional ATVs, the Pioneer
comes complete with free-of-
charge operator training through
the industry’s EASI scheme
helping ensure users drive safely
and get the best from their
machines. The same 2-year
manufacturer’s warranty provides
peace of mind for owners and your
local main dealer will have fully
trained sales and service staff
ready to look after your
requirements.
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