“We are excited about this coming year and for the powersports industry as a whole,” said Troy Halvorson, vice president of Arctic Cat. “There’s an excellent demand for product. People are getting outside and enjoying our products, both on snow and dirt.”
Even with the challenges that Covid has created, Halvorson said Arctic Cat is figuring out ways to test and develop new product so the consumer can continue to enjoy the best possible snowmobiling experience.
The system also features lower inertia giving it quicker throttle response for more-consistent performance. It will deliver better performance and serviceability. It will be on all full-sized sleds this year.
Also for model year 2022, Cat is adding a 146-inch track Hardcore Alpha One for a more playful and agile ride, and the Mountain Cat Alpha One 154-inch is now available with the industry-leading ATAC adjustable on-the-fly suspension system.
Both the Mountain Cat Alpha One and Hardcore Alpha One are powered by a 165-horsepower class Next-Gen C-Tec2 8000 794cc engine delivering clean Arctic Cat 2-stroke engine performance and technology. Arctic Cat’s full-size mountain models feature the narrow-profile bodywork that is the hallmark of the Ascender platform plus the lightweight Arctic Mountain Suspension with mountain-specific spindle geometry. The sleds’ 35.5-inch to 37.5-inch stance enables better side hilling, reduced drag in the snow, and optimal handling. The models also feature a vertical steering post, 11.7-gallon fuel tank and a front-mounted heat exchanger that doesn’t trap snow.
The M 8000 models feature a 154-inch or 165-inch Power Claw track featuring a single row of track windows. The Mountain Cat is available with a deep-powder 3-inch lug while the Hardcore has 3-inch or 2.6-inch lug options. For 2022, a third track option, a 146-inch with 2.6-inch lug, is available on the Hardcore. All Alpha One Power Claw track designs bend and conform to the snow, whether the sled is on a side hill, flat surface or going straight up the mountain.
ATAC uses a thumb-operated button on the left handlebar to control the Fox Float iQS rear-track shock and the ski shocks. With the push of a button, the rider can instantly switch between three factory compression settings—soft, medium and firm—in under 0.5 seconds.
The non-ATAC Mountain Cat models feature the proven Fox Float QS3 shocks all around with easy adjustability for maximum deep-snow performance.
Other track options for the Hardcore Alpha One include a 154-inch Power Claw track in either a deep powder 3-inch or versatile 2.6-inch lug, and a 165-inch Power Claw track with 3-inch lug.
All Hardcore models come equipped with coil-over Fox Zero QS3 coil-over shocks for maximum adjustability.
To complement that blend, riders can choose from the C-TEC2 lightweight 6000 or Next-Gen 8000 engines.
The full-size trail sleds feature the benchmark, race-proven ProCross chassis that delivers an ultra-rigid platform and optimal riding position. Up front, the next generation of the Arctic Race Suspension offers confidence-inspiring steering characteristics that were achieved by increasing the sled’s ski pressure. Slide-Action Rear Suspension boasts 13.5 inches of travel. The models feature a 137-inch Ripsaw II track with 1.25-inch lug for excellent performance in a wide-variety of trail conditions.
For 2022, all full-size trail sleds receive the new Arctic Cat Adapt CVT System for improved performance and serviceability. Arctic Cat also is offering an EPS Thundercat model with Arctic Cat’s ATAC.
The first clean technology Arctic Cat 2-stroke engine, the 6000-Series 599cc C-Tec2 with Dual-Stage Injection leads the 125-hp class in performance. The next-generation 8000-SeriesC-Tec2 engine also delivers a new level of clean Arctic Cat 2-stroke engine performance and technology.
At the heart of the Blast models is the industry’s first electronic fuel-injected, single-cylinder, 2-stroke engine. The 65-plus horsepower-class C-Tec2 4000, 397cc engine has both plenty of snap for the experienced rider and smooth power delivery for a new rider.
To complement the engine, the mid-size chassis is extremely lightweight, delivering effortless maneuverability at any skill level. The mid-size seat makes it simple for the rider to transfer weight when cornering. The Blast models feature a key start so the rider can just turn the key and go.
Blast XR 4000 and XR Touring 4000—To expand the Blast family, Arctic Cat is introducing a crossover and touring sled to complement the mid-size offering. The new Blast XR 4000 is a versatile, fun sled for the trail rider who occasionally likes to explore off-trail, while the Blast XR Touring 4000 provides an enjoyable ride for two.
Arctic Cat is offering a full line of accessories for the Blast models including front bumpers, ice scratchers, hand guards and storage options for a wide variety of rider needs.