Can-Am · Sport Side-by-Side · 2026

2026 Can-Am Defender MAX XT HD11

999cc. 4,500 lb winch. Built for the job.

2026 Can-Am Defender MAX XT HD11 sport side-by-side from Can-Am, right-side studio view

What you get

The Defender MAX XT HD11 runs a 999cc engine paired with a 4,500 pound winch and full heavy-duty protection. You get 12 inches of suspension travel front and rear, dual disc brakes on both axles, and selectable 2WD/4WD with auto-locking front diff. The 10.25-inch touchscreen pairs with a 4.5-inch digital gauge. Turf Mode, Sport, Normal, and Work engine braking modes let you match the terrain. Moon Motorsports in Monticello stocks the Defender MAX XT HD11. See dealer for pricing.

Full specifications

ENGINE

EngineHD11
Engine displacement999

DIMENSIONS & CAPACITIES

L x W x H162.4 x 65 x 81.4 in. (412 x 165 x 207 cm)
Ground Clearance14 in. (35.6 cm)
Gauge4.5 in. wide digital display 4.5 in. wide digital display with keypad & 10.25 in. touchscreen display
Winch4,500 lb (2,041 kg) winch with synthetic cable
ProtectionFull heavy-duty HMW plastic skid plate, Full hard roof, Heavy-duty front bumper, Mudguards, Door safety net
Type of gauge4.5 in. wide digital display 4.5 in. wide digital display with keypad & 10.25 in. touchscreen display

SUSPENSION & BRAKES

FrontDual 262 mm disc brakes with hydraulic twin-piston calipers (32 mm)
RearDual 236 mm disc brakes with hydraulic twin-piston calipers (28 mm)
BrakesStandard
Front SuspensionArched Double A-Arm with sway bar / 12 in. (30.5 cm) suspension travel
Front ShocksTwin tube gas charged shocks
Rear SuspensionArched Double A-Arm / 12 in. (30.5 cm) suspension travel
Rear ShocksTwin tube gas charged shocks

DRIVETRAIN

TransmissionpDrive primary and Quick Response System X (QRS-X) CVT with high airflow and Electronic Drive Belt Protection L / H / N / R / P
Drive TrainSelectable Turf Mode / 2WD / 4WD with Quick-4Lok auto-Locking front differential
Driving AssistanceCVT Engine Braking Sport / Normal / Work modes Speed Limiter
Front TiresXPS Trail King 2 29 x 9/11 x 14 in.
Rear TiresXPS Trail King 2 29 x 9/11 x 14 in.

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Moon Motorsports · 3613 Chelsea Rd, Monticello, MN 55362

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