Choosing an ATV ATV for hunting

ATVs from the ATV category are compact motor vehicles with excellent cross-country ability, which easily “digest” any surface, even asphalt, even rough terrain on a field far from civilization. That is why this technique is great for hunters who often climb deep into forests, cross shallow streams, marshy and other rather difficult places. So let's take a look at the ranking of the best ATV quad bikes for hunting.

What should I look for?

The price of an ATV for hunting undoubtedly matters, but first of all, pay attention to the technical characteristics and features of motor vehicles that are important for a hunter. It:

• ? Patency. It consists of parameters such as ground clearance, front and rear suspension travel, installed tires, weight and other factors. If you do not plan to climb into the wilderness in pursuit of prey, then cross-country ability will not play a decisive role.
  
• ? Load capacity. Here, start from how much your hunting equipment weighs and what kind of game you generally hunt. It is one thing - hares, birds or foxes, and quite another - wild boars, bears and other large, and most importantly, very massive animals.
  
• ? Fuel consumption. It is determined by the cubic capacity of the engine and the characteristic terrain along which the equipment moves. For model with 500 cc engine. cm off-road consumption will be an average of 13-15 liters per 100 km, on the ground and asphalt roads below - 10-11 liters.
  
• ? Equipment. You will almost certainly need panniers to carry guns, loot and luggage. A winch will be a great help on the off-road, which will not let you get stuck for a long time on impassable terrain. It will not be superfluous to protect the bumpers and the bottom.
  

A big plus will be the presence in the configuration of the ATV auxiliary tools for the repair of motorcycles in the field. These include: a hand pump, a tire repair kit, spare spark plugs, a set of screwdrivers, open-end wrenches and box wrenches. Even if the ATV is sold without all of the above, be sure to buy everything you need and take it on every trip.

Overview of popular technology

There are dozens of ATV quad bikes that are worthy of attention and are quite ways to satisfy all the needs of the hunter in terms of terrain, carrying capacity and economy. Unfortunately, it is impossible to study all the offers in one article, so we will consider the most popular options.

Yamaha Grizzly 700 EPS

It is rightfully considered a legendary ATV, popular among hunters and fishermen, as well as in the ranks of enthusiastic tourists. The “Japanese” has earned popularity due to its cross-country ability and high reliability, and even its relatively high cost is not a hindrance for many.



On board the quad bike is a 708cc high compression engine. Front and rear there are trunks for transporting hunting equipment and prey. The total load capacity of the equipment itself is 130 kg, and it can pull another 600 kg as a trailer. But that's not all.

The model has three drive modes, two of which are full. All wheels have hydraulic disc brakes. The fuel tank holds 24 liters, which is enough for more than 150 kilometers. An independent long-travel suspension and a wide base will help to overcome it.

The cost of the new 700 Yamaha Grizzly 2022 EPS is about 17 thousand euros. There are interesting specimens on the secondary market, where the price tag varies from 500 thousand to 2,1 million rubles. As in the case of a car, the price depends on the mileage, year of manufacture and condition.

Polaris 570 BIG BOSS 6X6 Forest

A real six-wheeled "monster" for hunters who prefer to bring home not small game, but wild boars and larger representatives of the animal world. With heavy prey, this ATV will have no problems, because its cargo platform can withstand up to 360 kg.



The ATV, which, in fact, is not such, but still belongs to the ATV category, is driven by a 570 cc single-cylinder engine. see. This is not so much for such a colossus, but it still rides confidently. Drive, of course, full. The volume of the tank is 25,5 liters.

The only serious drawback of the Polaris 570 BIG BOSS 6X6 Forest ATV, besides its price of more than 1,5 million rubles, is poor maneuverability. Not surprising given the length of this technique. At the same time, this minus is compensated by the cross-country ability, carrying capacity and versatility.

Promax Storm 300cc Lux

The ATV manufacturer is positioned as a tourist, but everything indicates that it is perfect for hunting. Here and high (200 kg) carrying capacity, and the presence of a towbar with a winch in the basic configuration. With cross-country ability, the suspension of the model is high.



The model has a stylish exterior, an LCD instrument panel and a reinforced steel frame that will perfectly withstand rough terrain. Headlights based on LEDs are installed in front, the handles are heated - it will be comfortable to ride, including in cold weather.

You can buy Promax Storm 300cc Lux on average for 300-400 thousand rubles. This makes it an excellent budget option for the hunter who is not ready to spend too much on transport, but at the same time does not want to be left without it at all. You can move on to something else later.

Stels ATV 800 Guepard Trophy Pro EPS

"Gepard" is one of the ATV-all-terrain vehicles from the Russian company Velomotors and is very popular with fishermen and hunters. There are a number of reasons for this, for example, a powerful 800 cc engine. cm, which develops 67 liters. With. - almost twice as much as its competitors. High power guarantees excellent traction, even off-road, especially since the high ground clearance of 32 cm helps this ATV. At the same time, handling is not lame at all.



The model is equipped with a reliable Canadian CVTech CVT with five modes - L, H, N, R and P. Hydraulic brakes are installed on all wheels, and the front and rear suspensions have a large travel for a comfortable ride. The fuel tank is larger than the models discussed above - as much as 30 liters, which means that the ATV is well suited for long trips without additional refueling.

The carrying capacity of the model is enough to confidently transport two adults and cargo. There are loading platforms in front and behind the body, on which you can hoist prey or hunting equipment. Of course, there is also a tow bar, so nothing prevents you from using a trailer.

The new ATV Stels ATV 800 Guepard Trophy Pro EPS is sold at an average price of 1,3 million rubles. Offers on the secondary market begin mainly at 750 thousand rubles.

Conclusion

In addition to comparing characteristics, be sure to study reviews of real buyers about a particular ATV ATV. Often, the responses of real owners of motorcycles say much more than advertising descriptions from a store or, on the contrary, a dry listing of parameters. Do not forget that all models can be bought on the secondary market, saving a lot. However, be vigilant here - check not only the technical condition, but also the legal purity of the equipment.