2017 Can-Am Defender MAX

BRP has expanded its line of Can-Am Defender utility-recreational side-by-side vehicles with the addition of the 2017 Can-Am Defender MAX family, offered in four different models.

Its pickup-truck-inspired design offers extensive capability, cargo and storage space, along with comfortable seating for up to six adults.

"We made a commitment last fall to vastly broaden our Can-Am side-by-side portfolio with the introduction of a new vehicle every six months for the next four years.

The release of this second Can-Am Defender family of vehicles is a direct result of that promise," says Anne Bélec, SVP Global Brand, Communications and PAC at BRP.

"The Defender MAX vehicle meets the very specific demands of global tradesman, hunters and farmers with a tough and capable design that delivers class-leading comfort, convenience and reliability."

With its added seating capacity, better storage and workhorse capability, the Can-Am Defender MAX models can tackle the toughest jobs or be used to explore terrain with friends and family. The side-by-side vehicles can cleverly convert from transporting people to carrying supplies and heavy loads in seconds.

Similar to the single-bench seat Can-Am Defender vehicle launched in 2015, the Defender MAX model is available with two heavy-duty Rotax V-Twin engine packages – a 72hp HD10 and a 50hp HD8 – each delivering peak torque at lower revs for tackling tough jobs and overcoming varying terrain.

It also comes standard with PRO-TORQ transmission with a Quick-Response System that allows for improved power transfer to the wheels.

The Can-Am Defender MAX side-by-side vehicle has three driving modes and a four-mode traction system with Visco-Lok QE front differential that provide multiple choices and control for varying terrain and tasks. It features a 793.8kg payload capacity, 907.2kg tow rating and is rated to haul a best-in-class 454kg in its dumpable cargo bed.

All of this capability is packaged with an exclusive suspension that provides responsive handling and comfort, even while carrying heavy loads.

All Defender models sold in Australia and New Zealand, including the newly launched MAX models, are equipped with Can-Am’s innovative digitally encoded security system (DESS) key kit.

The DESS key kit comes with three different keys designed to provide the owner of the Defender with ultimate control over how it is used, even when they are not driving the Defender.

By fitting the orange Work key the Defender is limited to a max speed of 40km/h with no torque limiting, ideal if a worker or employee is using the Defender.

The green Eco key limits top speed to 70km/h and torque by 10 per cent while the grey Performance key places no limits on the Defender’s performance.

Australian and New Zealand Defender models receive a three-year unlimited-kilometre warranty. The Defender MAX model comes with a yearly advised maintenance schedule of 3000km or 200 hours so owners can focus on chores and recreation instead of routine service.

For more information visit www.brp.com.