“X” — The lone definition that
these Wildcat 1000s have a racetuned
1000 H2 engine churning out
90+ horsepower and claim dominance
at the top of the Wildcat
performance chain.
From the beginning, the Arctic
Cat Wildcat set a new standard
in pure-sport ROV performance
thanks to a chassis and suspension
combo that was purpose-built to
conquer all types of gnarly terrain.
For 2015 the Arctic Cat Wildcat X is better
than ever with JRi ECX-1 shocks. The
upscale Arctic Cat Wildcat X Limited adds fullaluminum
doors, a sleek molded
roof, Elka Stage 5 shocks, aluminum
beadlock wheels and 27-in. ITP
Black Water Evolution Tires.
Inspired by desert race vehicles,
the Wildcats’ exoskeleton frame
features a 40-/60-percent front/
rear weight distribution for optimal
handling at high speed. The driver
and passenger are located near the
low center of gravity, leaving them
less affected by the movements of
the vehicle with greater confidence
and control.
With an industry-leading 17/18
inches of front/ rear suspension
travel and 13 inches of ground
clearance, both Wildcats deliver
comfort and control in nearly every
condition. The 5-link trailing arm
rear suspension design keeps the
rear tires planted while the suspension
moves through its travel for
unmatched traction and control.
For 2015 the Arctic Cat Wildcat X gets JRi
ECX-1 shocks featuring 70-position
compression adjustments, spring
preload adjustment and 2.5-in. piggyback
reservoirs.
The race-ready X Limited sports
Elka Stage 5 shocks with high and low
speed compression dampening as well
as rebound adjustment. Precise tuning
makes these shocks smoother and
more responsive, and are tough, rugged
and ready for anything.
Powering the 90+ horsepower X
models are the liquid-cooled 951cc
Arctic Cat H2 V-Twin 4-stroke with
Electronic Fuel Injection. Delivering excellent torque and speed thanks
to 2-into-1 ceramic-coated exhaust
and single 50mm throttle body. The
privilege of getting all that grunt to
the ground belongs to the TEAM Rapid
Response clutches and electronic selectable
2WD/4WD and front differential
lock.
Keeping the steering light and
precise is the Variable Assist Electronic
Power Steering (EPS) system that initiates
at engine idle for reduced steering
effort when in 4WD, especially when
the differential lock is engaged. The
result is a light steering input effort
when negotiating tough obstacles like
washouts, rocks and mud, but with
enough feedback so the driver senses
the tire contact patch in relation to
the terrain. Other comfort-and-control
features include high back bucket seats
with upper body supports and 3-point
seat belts; plus tube-frame doors with
integrated nets to compliment the
exterior lines.
Class-leading LED headlights and taillights
shine extra-bright, while a 300-lb.
payload rear compartment is large
enough to carry a cooler and a Gerry
can of gas. Machined, cast-aluminum
wheels, automotive-style paint and tilt
steering complete the package.
The X model offers underseat storage,
glovebox, aluminum front and rear
bumpers, bed-mounted tie-down hooks
and Maxxis Bighorn tires.
The X Limited gets the same features
as the X, plus full-aluminum doors, a
sleek molded roof, Elka Stage 5 shocks,
true aluminum beadlock wheels and ITP
Black Water Evolution Tires. |