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2016 Can-Am Defender Utility UTV Lineup

Available in 50HP and 72HP Configurations

September 21, 2015

For those who know the Can-Am brand, BRP makes its debut in the utility side-by-side segment by injecting some of the Can-Am DNA into the all-new 2016 Can-Am Defender UTV model. The 2016 Can-Am Defender vehicle was designed and engineered from the ground up, to establish new standards in terms of torque and power, as well as versatility to cater to all types of outdoor activities. BRP leveraged its proven Rotax engine technology to create a work-focused version of the durable V-Twin Rotax engines, specially calibrated to offer the best torque of the industry: the new Rotax 50-hp HD8 or 72-hp HD10 engines. The new utility UTV is available in a non-DPS base model, Dynamic Power Steering (DPS) model, as well as the 2016 Can-Am Defender XT and 2016 Can-Am Defender XT CAB models. Stay tuned to UTVDriver.com for a full First Drive report.

The 2016 Can-Am Defender base model is available in Green. The 2016 Can-Am Defender DPS model is available in Green, Yellow or Mossy Oak Break-Up Country Camouflage. The 2016 Can-Am Defender XT and XT CAB models are available in Pure Magnesium Metallic, Intense Red or Mossy Oak Break-Up Country Camouflage.

2016 Can-Am Defender BASE & DPS Model Features:
Heavy-duty Rotax V-Twin engine options
PRO-TORQ transmission
Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
Lockable rear differential and Visco-Lok QE auto-locking front differential \|
TTA-HD rear suspension
12-in. (30.5 cm) cast-aluminum wheels (Steel Wheels-Base Model) with 25-in. (63.5 cm) Maxxis tires
10.4 gal (39.5 L) storage capacity including 1.7 gal (6.3 L) water-resistant toolbox
VERSA-PRO bench seat Multifunction cargo box with sturdy tailgate Central skid plate
Multifunction digital gauge
1-year maintenance free and easy access to key maintenance components
Mossy Oak Break-Up Country Camo water dipped option (DPS, XT, XT CAB models)

2016 Can-Am Defender XT & XT CAB Model Features:
Heavy-duty Rotax V-Twin engine options
PRO-TORQ transmission
Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
Lockable rear differential and Visco-Lok QE auto-locking front differential
TTA-HD rear suspension
14-in. (35.6 cm) Black cast-aluminum wheels with 27-in.(68.6cm) Maxxis Bighorn 2.0 tires
ECO / Work / Normal driving modes
16.2 gal (61.3 L) of storage capacity including 1.7 gal (6.3 L) water-resistant toolbox and 5.6 gal (21 L) waterproof under passenger seat storage box
VERSA-PRO bench seat with reinforced XT seat skin and adjustable driver seat
Multifunction cargo box with sturdy tailgate
4,500-lb (2,014kg) winch
Full hard roof w/ Liner (No liner on XT)
Full skid plate
Multifunction analog/digital gauge
1-year maintenance free and easy access to key maintenance components
Full cab enclosure with full glass windshield, wiper/washer kit, full doors with electric windows and a sliding rear glass (XT CAB)
Integrated heater kit (XT CAB)
Painted color options and Mossy Oak Break-Up Country Camouflage water dipped option