| Less noise | |
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| vibration | |
| harshness | Driving and working with your side-by-side vehicle shouldn't be a chore—that's why Defender is engineered to be the most refined work vehicle in every respect. From its improved insulation to thicker firewall |
| redesigned exhaust | |
| and CVT cover | |
| Defender lets its work speak for itself.| DYNAMIC POWER STEERING | Dynamic Power Steering (DPS) is tuned for utility while returning renowned Can-Am responsiveness for recreational riding. DPS improves steering feel in slow-speed working situations and in more technical terrain. It's also designed to offer less assistance at high speeds and more assistance at low speeds.| Your choice of 82 |
| 50 or 38-horsepower | The Defender offers three very capable true-work powerplant options. The 82-hp Rotax HD10 V-Twin is specifically tuned for serious work but also offers industry leading 69 lb-ft torque and peak torque at lower RPM for optimal delivery for recreational use. The work-focused Rotax HD8 V-Twin delivers 50 hp and 50 lb-ft torque for tough tasks. To simply get the job done |
| meet your new yardstick; the new Defender HD5 single cylinder Rotax engine delivering 38-hp. The Defender is now the sharpest tool in the shed.| Most rigid Can-Am frame | The HD8 and HD10 Defender can pull at the top of their class with a 2 |
| 500-lbs (1 | |
| 134 kg) towing capacity and 1 | |
| 500 lb (680 kg) payload assuring to complete the most difficult tasks with ease.| Durable PRO-TORQ CVT transmission and selectable 4WD | Get in & get working |
| revised ventilation and electronic belt protection ensure long-lived performance. Selectable Turf Mode / 2WD / 4WD with Visco-Lok† QE auto-locking front differential allows you put the power down on any terrain. Traditional P / R / N / H / Extra-Low* shift pattern for ease of use. Standard on HD8 and HD10 models.| Heavy-duty rear suspension | The spec sheet is one thing |
| inspired by modern pick-up trucks. It can comfortably accommodate three adults and features “profiled” corners to improve entrance / exit of the cab as well as a sturdy vinyl cover for improved wear resistance. The passenger seats | |
| complete with integrated hooks on their underside | |
| also can be flipped up to improve onboard storage. Can-Am designers also added a foldable central console and armrest with two cup holders to allow more space in the cab.| Open dash with removable toolbox and under-dash storage | The open dash design features a handy removable and water-resistant 1.7 gal (6.3 L) toolbox |
| an industry exclusive | |
| to allow users to carefully carry tools and supplies their need in an organized manner. In addition | |
| it includes 6 gal (23 L) of under dash storage with an enclosed pocket | |
| perfect for stowing small essentials. All in all | |
| the Defender proposes a total of 10.4 gal. (39.5 L) of storage solutions. |
| Engine Type | Rotax® V-twin , Engine Power |
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| Driving Assistance | Electronic Hill Descent Control ECO / ECO Off / Work modes , Transmission |
| Steering | Adjustable tilt steering , Overall Vehicle Size (LxWxH) |
| Under dash | 6 gal (22.8 L) |
| Dash | 1.8 gal (6.9 L) |
| Water-resistant and removable toolbox | 1.7 gal (6.3 L) |
| Armrests and cup holders | 0.9 gal (3.5 L) , Towing Capacity |
| California only | 600 lb (272.2 kg) , Load Capacity, Land |
| Extended | Up to 30 months B.E.S.T. coverage |