The Polaris RANGER is known as the “Hardest Working, Smoothest Riding” utility vehicle on the market. With Self-Leveling rear suspension, power steering and a range of Lift & Carry™ attachments to let you move, plow or grapple up to 227kg, the new RANGER HD sets the standard even higher.
“The 2009 Ranger line up is the most-significant and extensive product introduction in RANGER history,” said Peter Alexander, Managing Director, Australia and New Zealand. “The new RANGER HD adds features that take the vehicle to a whole new level of utility and comfort. You get all the things that set RANGER as the market leader like Independent Rear Suspension and Polaris True All-Wheel Drive but we’ve added electronic power steering, more cab space, exclusive Adjustable Dual A-Arm front suspension, improved ergonomics and self leveling rear suspension to providing nearly full suspension travel even when fully loaded.”
RANGER HD is perfect for farm, construction site or any application that requires heavy hauling and towing.
Dual A-Arm Suspension
To make the smoothest ride in the industry even smoother, Polaris outfitted the new RANGER HD with adjustable Dual A-Arm front suspension in addition to it’s legendary smooth independent rear suspension. Exclusive to RANGER, the new model features motion ratio and preload suspension adjustment front and rear. The new Dual A-Arm front suspension has two upper shock mounting points on each wheel giving a motion ratio adjustment that dramatically increases stiffness of suspension. The preload adjustment, available on each wheel, increases the initial spring compression for a 30 percent stiffer ride when needed. The new suspension allows for the maintenance of ground clearance (12 in/30.5 cm) and suspension travel (9.63 in/24.5 cm front, 9 in/22.9 cm rear) when carrying heavier loads and using accessories such as plows, cabs and sprayers for work applications. To combat ruts, stumps and rocks, the new RANGER also offers anti-kickback steering that reduces feedback over bumps.
Self-Leveling Suspension
To complement RANGER ‘s exclusive, Adjustable Dual A-Arm front suspension, the RANGER HD features the first-ever Self-Leveling Suspension on a utility vehicle. When carrying heavy loads, the Nivomat® shocks automatically adjust the suspension resulting in the highest loaded ground clearance of any utility vehicle. Due to a lower spring rate, the Nivomat® shocks provide a smoother ride and the ability to go long distances at 80 kmph fullyloaded, making hauling loads such as feed, fencing or building materials quicker and easier.
Heavy Duty Front-End Protection
To create an exterior that could handle the nastiest work and most extreme riding conditions, Polaris outfitted the new RANGER with the most-armored front end ever designed. The design offers protection for critical components such as the radiator, cooling system and front differential. The front headlights have been inset for added protection from rocks and branches, and the bumper with heavy-duty bash plate offers dedicated vehicle tie down points, massive central tow hook and inset tow hook cage for additional front differential protection. For those who require more lighting, the vehicle also offers auxiliary light mounting holes on the front bumper and bosses already installed for optional Halogen/LED distance headlights.
Electronic Power Steering
For easier steering during heavy-duty work applications, RANGER HD also features power steering with exclusive Variable Assist. RANGER HD’s power steering allows for one-finger steering at low speeds and eliminates feedback at high speeds so the operator can work longer and enjoy the ride.
Cab Design adds Comfort and Storage
The new RANGER HD is easy on the operator due to comfortable ergonomics designed to let the operator work longer and enjoy a better ride. The new model features more seat and leg space, reoriented gas and brake pedal for improved operator comfort, new angled-back seat that is similar to a car and a relocated brake lever for operation inside and outside of the vehicle. Polaris also redesigned the steering wheel for better steering with gloves and added standard tilt steering with the highest range of motion for maximum comfort.
Polaris RANGER always has been known for its generous storage and the new RANGER HD offers the only storage options designed for real life work and recreation.
With a industry-leading 46 percent more dash storage than the competitors for convenient storing of farm, work and hunting items, and under-hood storage for those items not frequently accessed, such as a spare battery or tow ropes, the RANGER has the most productive storage in the industry. The RANGER HD also has a removable under-seat compartment for added storage or an optional cooler insert.
Lift & Carry™ Accessories
By adding a BOSS® Lift & Carry™ Accessory to the RANGER HD, you can reduce the work time of common tasks and projects from the comfort of your Ranger.
This heavy duty electric powered hydraulic system is able and willing to plow, bucket and grapple with a 227kg load capacity.
Want a Drive?
As this is the hardest working utility vehicle in its class, the first shipments are expected to sell out fast. To request a demo, phone your nearest Polaris dealer on 1300 654 142 in Australia or 0800 440 290 in New Zealand. Within a few minutes, you’ll agree that Polaris has set a new benchmark for power, ride and handling.
RANGER HD
Features:
• 700 Twin Cylinder EFI engine
• 900kg Towing Capacity
• Electronic Power Steering
• Independent Rear Suspension with Nivomat® Self-Leveling Suspension
• Dual A-Arm Front Suspension
• Anti-Kickback Steering
• On-Demand True All Wheel Drive
• Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission
• Automotive-quality Turbo Silver paint
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Polaris reserves the right to change specifications at any time without incurring obligations.
To locate your nearest dealer, please visit the Find a Dealer section of this website or dial freecall 1300 654 142 (Australia) or 0800 440 290 (New Zealand). Take a demo ride and within a few minutes, you’ll agree that nothing rides like a Polaris.
