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ATV OR SSV? FIND THE BEST ORV FOR FARM USE


With no time to waste, farming is serious business and requires quality dependable tools! We’re here to help you find the best off-road vehicle to do your heavy lifting. With everyday tasks like hauling equipment, feeding and towing it’s these jobs that ATVs (All-Terrain-Vehicle) and SSV’s (Side-by-Side) are able to accomplish with ease.

ATV OR SSV? FIND THE BEST ORV FOR FARM USE

Why Choose an ATV or SSV for Farm Work?


  • Transporting Supplies Around the Property - Between trailers, racks, and beds, off-road vehicles have plenty of options for carrying loads and are a huge time and fuel saver by allowing you to move around the farm quickly and efficiently. A large off-road vehicle can easily carry hundreds of pounds of supplies day after day and simplifies an enormous amount of hauling jobs around the farm.
  • Plowing Farmland - By adding a chisel or disc plow attachment to the back of a capable off-road vehicle, your ATV or side-by-side becomes a miniature tractor. When a larger piece of machinery is either too large to fit in a space, or simply overkill, this mini tractor setup can be a handy tool for both crops and landscaping.
  • And Much, Much More! - ATVs and SSVs are like a Swiss Army knife, with accessories and add-ons their potential is endless!

ATV OR SSV? FIND THE BEST ORV FOR FARM USE

Which is the Best for Farm Work?

We can definitely agree that off-road vehicles are dependable tools but let’s compare both their advantages to help you pick the perfect vehicle for your farm.
  • Cargo and Hauling Capacity - When it comes to ATV vs SSV on the farm, the Side-by-Side has the upper hand! While quad models such as the Can-Am Outlander offer outstanding storage with multifunction LinQ accessory system, Side-by-Sides have that much more space with their cargo bed, under-seat alcoves and other nooks and crannies. The cargo box on a Can-Am Defender PICK UP PRO measures 391.5 x 162.5 x 198.1cm and will hold up to 1,134 kg. And that’s just the box! It also has a 365 litre storage capacity, with dash, under-dash and lower-box storage as well as a removable water-resistant toolbox, giving you the versatility to carry a range of supplies.

ATV OR SSV? FIND THE BEST ORV FOR FARM USE

  • Size and Maneuverability - While SSV wins in storage, ATVs rule in navigating through dense wood and tighter spaces. An ATV can also fit in the bed of a truck making it easily transportable and suitable for smaller storage spaces.
  • Passengers - If passengers are a part of your daily team on the farm, a Side-by-Side like the Can-Am Defender can sit three adults, with the MAX seating up to six. ATVs on the other hand seat up to two adults.
  • Days Off - There’s one thing the ATVs and SSVs have in common in addition to loading all the farm work and that’s the versatility for fun on trails! The Can-Am Defender SSV and Can-Am Outlander ATV are some of the many popular vehicles for farmers looking for something that’s both a utility and recreational vehicle.
  • Engine - The powerful and proven Rotax engine lineup makes Can-Am’s ATVs and SSVs dependable companions for farmers. Hardworking Rotax HD10, HD8 and HD5 engines are the perfect mix of fun and function for the Can-Am Defender family, and class-leading Rotax V-Twin engines with 91 hp (1000R), 78 hp (850) and 62 hp (650) make Can-Am Outlander ATVs an agricultural work beast.

ATV OR SSV? FIND THE BEST ORV FOR FARM USE

Ready to work hard on the farm? 

Whether your farm needs an ATV or SSV, we’re here to help you find the best vehicle for your needs. Check out our entire range of Can-Am’s here or get in touch with us today at 03 688 7517 and let’s find the Can-Am for you!

ATV OR SSV? FIND THE BEST ORV FOR FARM USE