2008 Arctic Cat 700 Diesel
Super Duty Utility ATV Info
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2008
Arctic Cat 700 Diesel ATV |
New for 2008 Arctic Cat 700 Diesel Super
Duty ATV
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- SpeedRacks with multiple quick-attach
accessory options
- Redesigned front bumper with new plastic
fascia
- Improved wire routing through steering
post and frame
- Available in Lime Green, Red, and Dark
Green
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2008
Arctic Cat 700 Diesel Super Duty ATV Overview
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Turn the
key on the 2008 Arctic Cat 700 Diesel Super
Duty ATV and the glow plug lets you know
something pretty cool is about to happen.
As the big engine turns to life, heads turn.
There’s something about a diesel-powered
machine that just says, “C’mon,
that all you got?” If it looks familiar,
that’s because it’s based on
the same chassis used by the TRV. Sure it
looks like any other Arctic Cat full-size
ATV, tough and rugged, but around the jobsite,
farm, and military base, this one’s
boss.
The 2008 Arctic Cat 700
twin cylinder, SOHC diesel engine provides
50% greater fuel mileage over a conventional
gasoline engine and provides gobs of low-end
torque. The engine runs efficiently on six
forms of diesel fuel (DF 1, DF 2, DF A Arctic,
JP 5, JP 8 and up to 20% Biodiesel (B20))
with a glow plug pre-heater for starting.
If the term Biodiesel has
caught your attention, Arctic Cat tested
the new ATV on the alternative fuel made
from vegetable oil or animal fat with the
Agricultural Utilization Research Institute
(AURI) and the Minnesota Soybean Growers.
“Arctic Cat was very impressed with
B20,” says Ole Tweet, ATV Genral Manager.
“The blend burns cleaner than conventional
diesel, producing fewer carbon dioxide emissions
and lower levels of hydrocarbons, carbon
monoxide, and particulates. That complements
Arctic Cat’s stewardship goals,”
Tweet says. “We’re trying to
reduce the impact of our ATV’s on
the environment and we like the idea of
making an ATV that could run on renewable
fuel grown by farmers, some of our best
customers.”
The only 3-in-1 diesel ATV
on the market has numerous features to ease
your work chores.
Chief among them is the
standard SpeedRack, or have your Authorized
dealer transform your Diesel into a two-rider
machine. Available accessories are the two-up
touring seat for extended trail trips or
add a heavy-duty cargo box for larger work
loads. The quick pin-pull system allows
removal of all accessories in a matter of
seconds.
Passengers in the two-up
mode will appreciate integrated footrests
for smooth and secure footing. Likewise,
the foot brake system incorporates a remote
reservoir master cylinder for improved feel
and is complemented by floating brake calipers
for added value.
Up front you’ll notice
styling cues are taken from the Cat Family
for a great look. The front and rear SpeedRacks
have a contoured shape and attachment mounting
positions for a multitude of accessory options.
An integrated winch mount makes installation
of your future winch a snap, due to the
location of the winch components. A digital
instrument pod displays important operation
information (MPH, odometer, dual trip meters,
hour meter, and clock).
An electronic 2WD/4WD switch
makes going in/out of 4WD as simple as pressing
a button. Start-In-Gear ability and single
lever hand operated hydraulic disc brakes.
The double A-arm front suspension
and fully independent rear suspension (both
with five-position spring preload adjustment)
deliver 8 inches of travel and keep the
rider firmly planted and comfortable. And
10 inches of ground clearance helps you
clear nearly all trail obstacles. Other
premium features include 25-in. Dunlop QuadMax
tires, zero-maintenance suspension bushings,
sealed driveshafts, large 5.5-gallon fuel
tank and durable, full-length plastic skid
plate.
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2008 700 Diesel Super Duty ATV Key Features
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- 3-in-1 ATV
• SpeedRack is easily removed simply
by removing two quick-pull pins
• An optional rear two-up seat can
be purchased for use when the SpeedRack
is not in use or, for heavier loads, a
heavy-duty cargo box. The only 3-in-1
diesel ATV available
- Two-up Riding
Capability
• Redesigned seat with better ergonomics
in mind, specifically designed for two-person
riding
- Large Capacity
SpeedRacks - Industry leading
weight capacity and overall cargo carrying
surface area allows 100 lb carrying capacity
on the front rack and 200 lbs on the rear
- SpeedRack Technology
• Allows very quick installation
and removal of a wide variety of Arctic
Cat exclusive accessories without the
need for tools or bloody knuckles
• SpeedRack and its accessories
add value to the machine and also enhance
the efficiency of your hunting, fishing,
farming, or utility chores
- Instrument Pod
- Digital Instrument pod displays 14 critical
operation information indicators including
clock/hour meter, fuel level, mode button,
set/reset button, odometer/trip, gear
position, speedometer/tachometer, needle
display, differential lock, drive select,
high beam, battery condition, temperature,
and oil pressure
- Protection and
Low-Maintenance - Wide fenders
for increased water and mud protection,
a high-density durable plastic skid plate
that doesn’t rip or rust, “Stick
Stoppers” protect CV boots, and
ATVs are outfitted with zero-maintenance
suspension bushings, sealed driveshafts
(front and rear), and constant-velocity
(CV) joints
- Engine Side Covers
- Easily removable engine side covers
diffuse sound while creating a clean appearance
to the engine compartment
- Tires
- The Dunlop QuadMax tire is standard
on all Arctic Cat diesel ATV’s (25
x 8-12 front, 25 x 10-12 rear) for improved
traction, durability, and ride handling
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2008
700 Diesel Super Duty ATV Engine:
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- 686 cc, In-line Twin, SOHC,
4-stroke, 2-valve
• Mechanical injection
for flawless operation with easy serviceability.
• Liquid cooling system with high-capacity
radiator and thermostatically-controlled
cooling fan provides consistent engine
operating temperatures
• Duramatic automatic transmission
with long-life maintenance-free belt
- Fuel Types:
• DF 2 -
Diesel Fuel No. 2 is recommended for normal
ambient operation
• DF 1 - Diesel
Fuel No. 1 is recommended for cold weather
operation in ambient temperatures, which
would result in DF 2 “waxing”
if not used during cold weather. No degradation
in performance or engine/component life
• JP 5 & JP 8 -
A common turbine fuel used in all military
vehicle applications
• DF A Arctic - Commonly
used in areas with sub-zero ambient temperatures
only
• Biodiesel - The
Arctic Cat 700 Diesel runs on biodiesel
blends up to 20% (B20)
- Engine Durability -
The 700 Diesel is so durable
that the first scheduled engine rebuild
is suggested at 10,000 hours. For the
average ATV rider, that would equate to
more than 100 years of riding
- Cold Starting - Identical
to a diesel pickup truck, the glow plug
on the 700 Diesel preheat the combustion
chamber to burn atomized fuel
- Workhorse - The 700
Diesel is a high torque engine that produces
gobs of power at low RPMs – the
engine is most efficient under 4400 RPM
and produces peak torque around 2250 RPM
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2008 700 Diesel Super Duty ATV Chassis/Suspension:
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- Fully Independent
Suspension (FIS) - Arctic Cat
ATV’s have an optional sway bar
available as an accessory purchase through
your authorized dealer. Similar to any
off-road 4x4 vehicle, eliminating the
sway bar lets the 8” of front or
rear Fully Independent Suspension articulate
through the full range of suspension travel.
This increased articulation provides full
tire contact in all types of off-camber
terrain. The addition of the sway bar
will impact the traction capabilities;
however, it will enhance flatter cornering
in aggressive trail riding
- Industry Leading
Ground Clearance - 8” of
ground clearance enhances the ability
to navigate through mud or over large
rocks, logs, and other objects encountered
in rough terrain
- 2-Inch “Automotive-Style”
Receiver Hitch - This feature
allows the consumer to remove the hitch
from their 2” automotive receiver
and install it into the ATV’s receiver
hitch
- Floating Hydraulic
Disc Brakes
• Low maintenance, positive stopping
power in either dry or wet conditions
Adjustable Shocks
• Set the preload on the shocks
to tailor the ride to individual riding
styles and loads.
- On-The-Fly Electric
Shift 2WD to 4WD with Front Locking Differential
- Full-lock front differential transfers
engine torque to both front wheels when
selected for added traction with a flip
of the switch. 2WD/4WD switch is located
on right-side handlebar for quick, convenient
shifting in and out of four wheel drive
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About Arctic Cat:
Arctic Cat Inc., based in Thief
River Falls, Minn., designs, engineers, manufactures
and markets all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and snowmobiles
under the Arctic Cat® brand name, as well
as related parts, garments and accessories. Its
common stock is traded on the Nasdaq National
Market under the ticker symbol “ACAT.”
More information about Arctic Cat and its products
is available on the Internet at www.arcticcat.com

www.arctic-cat.com
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