Can-Am · Sport Side-by-Side · 2026

2026 Can-Am Defender MAX DPS

976cc HD9 and HD10. Selectable 2WD/4WD. Work-rated.

2026 Can-Am Defender MAX DPS sport side-by-side from Can-Am, right-side studio view

What you get

The HD9 and HD10 models pack 976cc displacement with selectable 2WD/4WD and auto-locking front differentials for job-site traction. PRO-TORQ CVT with Quick Response System handles load shifts without lag. Dual 220mm disc brakes on all four corners stop hard when you're loaded. Ten inches of travel front and rear soaks rough terrain. Moon Motorsports in Monticello stocks the Defender MAX DPS lineup. Pricing starts at dealer.

Full specifications

ENGINE

EngineHD9 HD7 HD10
Engine displacement976 650

DIMENSIONS & CAPACITIES

L x W x HHD7-HD9: 153.4 x 63.5 x 76 in. (389.6 x 161.2 x x 193 cm) HD10: 153.4 x 64 x 77.5 in. (389.6 x 162.5 x x 196.9 cm)
Ground ClearanceHD7-HD9: 11 in. (28 cm) HD10: 13 in. (33 cm)
Gauge4.5 in. wide digital display
WinchN/A
ProtectionIntegrated front steel bumper, Full heavy-duty HMW plastic skid plate
Type of gauge4.5 in. wide digital display

SUSPENSION & BRAKES

FrontDual 220 mm disc brakes with hydraulic twin-piston calipers
RearDual 220 mm disc brakes with hydraulic twin-piston calipers
BrakesStandard
Front SuspensionDouble A-arm / 10 in. (25.4 cm) suspension travel
Front ShocksTwin tube gas charged shocks
Rear SuspensionTTA with external sway bar / 10 in. (25.4 cm) suspension travel
Rear ShocksTwin tube gas charged shocks

DRIVETRAIN

TransmissionHD9-HD10: PRO-TORQ CVT with Quick Response System (QRS), high airflow ventilation and Electronic Drive Belt Protection Extra-L / H / N / R / P HD7: pDrive primary CVT with engine braking and Electronic Drive Belt Protection L / H / N / R / P
Drive TrainHD9: Selectable Turf Mode / 2WD / 4WD with Visco-Lok† auto-locking front differential HD7: Selectable Turf Mode / 2WD / 4WD with Visco-Lok† QE auto-locking front differential HD10: Selectable Turf Mode / 2WD / 4WD auto-Locking front differential
Driving AssistanceCVT Engine Braking ECOâ„¢ / ECOâ„¢ Off / Work modes Speed Limiter
Front TiresHD7-HD9: XPS Trail Force 27 x 9/11 x 14 in. HD10: XPS Trail King 27 x 9/11 x 14 in.
Rear TiresHD7-HD9: XPS Trail Force 27 x 9/11 x 14 in. HD10: XPS Trail King 27 x 9/11 x 14 in.

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Moon Motorsports · 3613 Chelsea Rd, Monticello, MN 55362

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