Hunters Buyers Guide to Utility ATVs & SxS / UTV Vehicles
Honda, Polaris, Yamaha, & Can-Am Utility ATV / UTVs

A couple of advantages of hunting with an ATV or UTV is that it is easier than walking, you can access terrain that would turn back other vehicles like trucks or jeeps, and carrying a large deer, elk, or bear out on the back of a utility quad or side-by-side is much easier than trying to carry it out on foot.

There are plenty of four-wheelers and side-by-sides out there to choose from and with so many different models and options available, from manufacturers such as Honda, Polaris, Yamaha, Can-Am, and Arctic Cat, the choices are abundant; and this time of year, many manufacturers are offering big sales on their utility vehicles, making the choice even tougher.

If you are considering purchasing a vehicle for hunting, the first decision to make is whether a UTV or an ATV is the more practical choice for your particular needs. For those hunters who like to go deep in the woods and have to negotiate narrower trail systems, a Utility ATV might be the better option. Most Utility ATV’s come in both 2WD and 4WD. We highly recommend a unit that comes with the option of 4WD because you never know what obstacles and terrain challenges you will encounter while out hunting, and with the added load of the game animal, 4wd will surely come in handy.

The Can-Am Outlander XT comes standard with heavy duty racks, bumper, & winch. The Outlander XT Utility ATV is also available in a Touring Two-Up version

Can-Am’s Outlander series offers durability and performance as well as a few creature comforts such as power steering to help out in rough terrain. The Outlander XT package includes mud guards, heavy duty bumpers and a 3,000 lb. winch. There are also many aftermarket options available from the manufacturer, including heavy duty racks, trunk boxes and even a cargo box for hauling game back to your truck.