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An ATV made for farmers
Designed specifically for Australian and Kiwi farmers, the Polaris Hawkeye has quickly established an entirely new class of ATV.
The Polaris Hawkeye is a mid-size ATV featuring equipment you'd only expect on a premium full-size ATV such as Independent Rear Suspension (IRS), Polaris Variable Transmission (automatic) and a powerful 299cc 4-Cycle engine. So what has this Minnesota ATV Manufacturer done with Aussie and Kiwi farmers in mind?
The answer is, plenty. Not only is the Hawkeye capable of bolting out to the back paddock, but the drivetrain is specially engineered sit just as happily at low-speeds (e.g. for spraying or moving stock.)
In addition, they've engineered the Hawkeye to deliver the traction and torque to tow up to an impressive 340kg.
Aside from the engine and transmission, Polaris has also integrated a 17litre fuel tank, that's almost double the size of the tank in the Honda TRX250. But as always, Polaris shines as an ATV specialist brand due its outstanding ride quality.
The integration of independent rear suspension and long-travel MacPherson front suspension on the Hawkeye means that you can ride all day, and your back will be much less buggered than it would after using a straight axle Japanese ATV.
2008 HAWKEYE FEATURES
• Independent Rear Suspension
• MacPherson Front Suspension
• Polaris Variable Transmission (Automatic)
• Integrated Front Storage Compartment
• 340kg Towing Capacity
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Polaris Hawkeye 2x4 vs the competition |
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Specs |
Polaris Hawkeye 2x4 |
Honda TRX250 |
Yamaha Big Bear 250 |
Suzuki Ozark 250 |
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Independent rear suspension |
Yes |
No |
No |
No |
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Disc Brakes front and rear |
Yes |
No |
No |
No |
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Fuel Capacity |
17lt |
9.1lt |
12lt |
10.6 |
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Front sealed storage |
Yes |
No |
No |
No |
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Check with your Polaris dealer and other manufacturer dealers for latest specifications and warranty details. |
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