The year’s best new ATVs, Part 2: Side-by-sides

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Defender XT Cab HD 10

Since this impressive side-by-side has a fully enclosed cab, complete with a heater kit, there’s no question your trip into the bush will be comfortable. But that certainly doesn’t mean the Defender XT can’t handle the tough stuff, too. Backcountry hunters and anglers will especially appreciate the available heavy-duty bumpers, skid plates and gun boot. And the cargo box has a built-in quick-attach system with integrated anchors and tie-down points, making it both versatile and adaptable.

ENGINE: 976cc, liquid-cooled, V-twin Rotax

TRANSMISSION: CVT

BRAKING: Hydraulic disc

SUSPENSION: Double A-arm front, torsional trailing arm at the rear

FUEL CAPACITY: 40 litres

CARGO CAPACITY: 1,000 pounds

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