Polaris · Utility Side-by-Side · 2026

2026 Polaris Ranger XD 1500 Northstar Mountaineer Edition

1,500-lb bed. 3,500-lb tow. Cab and heat.

2026 Polaris Ranger XD 1500 Northstar Mountaineer Edition utility side-by-side from Polaris, right-side studio view

What you get

The 1498cc triple pulls 3,500 lbs and hauls 1,500 in the box. Polaris Pro HD 6,000-lb winch with wireless remote comes standard. Selectable AWD with four drive modes, 15-inch ground clearance, and 12 inches of front travel handle rough terrain and tight spots alike. Factory cab with heat, AC, and powered doors keeps you working through Minnesota winters. Moon Motorsports stocks the Northstar Mountaineer Edition.

Full specifications

Engine

CoolingLiquid
Cylinders-Displacement (cc)1498 cc
Engine Type4-stroke triple cylinder DOHC
Fuel SystemElectronic fuel injection

Drivetrain

Drive SystemSelectable on-demand all-wheel drive, AWD/2WD/Turf/Ultra Turf, Drive modes: Comfort, Standard, Sport, Tow/Haul
DrivelineDrive mode-specific engine braking, hill assist, and creep in drive and reverse
TransmissionSTEELDRIVE automatic transmission: D/R/P
SteeringTilt & telescoping adjustment

Suspension

Front SuspensionDual A-arm
Front Travel (in./cm.)12" (30.5 cm)
Rear SuspensionDual arched A-arm, IRS

Brakes

Front braking systemFoot-activated and power-assisted, 4-wheel hydraulic disc with dual-bore front and rear calipers
Rear braking systemFoot-activated and power-assisted, 4-wheel hydraulic disc with dual-bore front and rear calipers

Wheels & Tires

Front Tire30 x 10-15; KENDA® CROSS TRAIL | Ply Rating: 8-ply
Rear Tire30 x 11-15; KENDA® CROSS TRAIL | Ply Rating: 8-ply

Dimensions

Bed Box Dimensions (LxWxH)43.4 x 56 x 13.4" (110.2 x 142.2 x 34 cm)
Ground Clearance15" (38 cm)
Hitch/TypeStandard 2" (5 cm) receiver
Overall Vehicle Size (LxWxH)137 x 65 x 78" (348 x 165 x 198 cm)
Turning Radius15.1' (4.6 m)

Capacities

Box Capacity1,500 lbs. (680 kg)
Fuel Capacity13.6 gal (51.5 L)
Towing Capacity3,500 lbs. (1588 kg)
Payload Capacity1675 lbs (759 kg)

Weights

Curb Weight2922 lbs (1325 kg)

Features

InstrumentationDriver forward information center with 4" color display and analog speedometer and tachometers: user-selectable blue/red backlighting and brightness, speedometer, tachometer, odometer, tripmeter, clock, hour meter, gear indicator, fuel gauge, coolant temperature, oil pressure, transmission indicator, EPS indicator, voltmeter, service indicator and codes, seat belt reminder
Seat Type3-person, superior contoured, bolstered, and heated bench seat with 3-point harness, adjustable driver seat, and flip-down arm rest
FeaturesCab Components: Factory-installed cab system with tinted powered doors, roof, tip-out glass windshield, tinted glass rear panel, rearview mirror, windshield wiper/washer, and sound insulation materials | Speed Limiting: Speed limiting controlled in RIDE COMMAND | Heat and/or Air Conditioning: Factory-installed heat, AC, defrost, recirculation with 5 different airflow settings | Winch: Polaris Pro HD 6,000 LB Winch with synthetic rope, Auto Stop, wireless remote and Rapid Rope Recovery | Vehicle Protection: Large steel bumper, full-coverage skid plate, bumper D-rings, and top bar | Door Type: Powered tinted window doors

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