ARCTIC CAT 400 Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

This model is powered by a 4-valve, air and oil-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 366cc engine, placing it in the midsize displacement class (400cc - 600cc class). A cylinder bore of 3 in and a stroke of 2.8 in make this engine oversquare, meaning that it is more powerful than a similarly-sized engine with a smaller bore.

The Alterra 400 comes standard with a 4-speed automatic and CVT transmission featuring an automatic clutch.

The 2012 Arctic Cat TRV 400 Core is a two-up machine, a nifty recreational vehicle with excellent capabilities for outdoor work-related tasks. A dependable as a quick transportation solution over larger areas such as farms or parks, the TRV 400 Core is also ready to offer huge fun on the wild trails.

The 2012 TRV 400 Core is able to provide safe and easy passage over rough terrain and various obstacles thanks to a generous ground clearance and its independent suspensions. When the going gets really tough, the selectable 2/4WD and high-low range offers the best power deployment according to needs, and the reverse and engine braking systems allow safer descents on steep gradients.

Passenger hand grabs and a tall padded backrest provides better comfort and enhanced safety on rough terrain, while the generous loading capacity of the dual racks makes this ATV a great work horse or fun machine.

Derived from the larger 700 sibling, the 2009 TRV 400 H1 is a middleweight ATV in Arctic Cat's range, boasting all the great features of premium-class vehicles and the same constructive excellence. The automatic transmission means easy operation even when inexperienced riders are driving it. Even more, the High and Low range with added Reverse means you can ride both fast and still use high-torque in difficult situations.

The 2009 TRV 400 H1 sports comfort-oriented features, such as the passenger rider large seat with added backrest and grab bars. The TRV 400 H1 is great for longer trips in the wild as it can also haul a lot of luggage and gear on the two racks, including several gallons of extra fuel.

The 2008 TRV 400 is a middleweight ATV in Arctic Cat's range, boasting all the great features of premium-class vehicles and the constructive excellence which made the manufacturer famous among outdoor fun enthusiasts. The automatic transmission means easy operation even when inexperienced riders are driving it. Even more, the High and Low range with added Reverse means you can ride fast and tough, and thanks to the electric differential, switching between these is really easy.

The 2008 TRV 400 sports comfort-oriented features, such as the passenger rider large comfy seat with added backrest and grab bars. The TRV 400 is great for longer trips in the wild as it can also haul a lot of luggage and gear on the two racks.

The 2007 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic is a middleweight ATV designed to offer plenty of outdoor fun on the rough forest trails, while at the same time being also capable to help you carry out various chores around the house or farm. Sporting the same quality build of the bigger Arctic Cats, the 2007 400 4x4 Automatic comes with generous luggage racks which can accommodate up to 135 kg of combined weight.

Double A-arm suspensions for both front and rear are paired with a huge 12” (30 cm) ground clearance for easy passage over large obstacles. And with 4 hydraulic disc brakes, the 2007 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic is also easy to slow down or stop.

The easy-to-use automatic CVT transmission and switchable 2/4WD make things even more convenient when the going gets tough – even the inexperienced riders will find operating the 400 easy and fun.

Built for two-up riding, the 2006 Arctic Cat 400 4x Automatic TRV Plus is a perfect middleweight-class ATV for those in search of an unintimidating vehicle for outdoor fun. Easy to operate even for the inexperienced riders, this ATV sports an automatic transmission and switchable 2WD/ 4WD. While on even terrain and paved roads 2WD might be enough, entering rough areas will need more grip: a lever push and all-wheel-drive is engaged, for a confident ride.

Engine braking and hydraulic disc brakes make descending steep gradients much easier and safe, while independent suspensions and huge ground clearance help the 2006 Arctic Cat 400 4x Automatic TRV Plus get past obstacles fairly easy.

Since the 2006 Arctic Cat 400 4x Automatic TRV Plus comes with a full passenger seat and backrest, the only luggage rack is the front one. Still it can haul 45 kg of gear and that's enough for a great weekend.

The 2005 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic LE is, as its name states, a limited edition vehicle. Based on the 500 automatic model year version, this ATV sports several aesthetic enhancements, such as the painted rims and A-arm protectors and a hefty bull bar protector.

On the tech side, the 2005 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic LE sports the same top-notch characteristics of is segment, making it as useful for common outdoor tasks as it is fun for leisure trips to the wild. Even if this ATV already comes with a generous tank, one can carry some extra gallons of fuel thanks to the massive load capacity of the luggage racks.

Switchable 2/4WD and locking differential are standard, just like the engine braking system backing up the hydraulic disc brakes. Add in independent suspensions and a huge ground clearance and you've got yourself the perfect off-road machine.

The 2005 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX has been designed to meet the needs of those who use ATVs as an everyday working aid. Ditching the rear luggage rack, this quad sports a flat bed allowing the transportation of many more items from flower pots to construction materials and the like.

Needless to say that the 2005 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX is one of the ideal choices for outdoor tasks around the house, farm or park. It retains the handy 45 kg load capacity of the front rack and adds a 9kg side storage for personal belongings. The automatic transmission makes it easy to operate, and it also offers switchable 2WD/4WD final drive.

Powerful hydraulic brakes are backed up by the Arctic Cat engine braking system for easier descending on steep slopes. Independent suspensions and a generous ground clearance make sure the 2005 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX will be able to tackle pretty much any obstacle.

Easy to operate thanks to the CVT design, the 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic is a dependable work aid in the middleweight segment. Created to increase mobility on rough terrain, this ATV can also double as a no-frills machine for fun on the forest trails. Hydraulic disc brakes are backed by Arctic Cat's engine braking system, making descending steep gradients safer and easier.

Even more, the 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic comes with switchable 2WD/4WD and differential locking for more convenience and dependability, while the luggage racks can accommodate a combined weight of 135 kg. Independent suspensions and a big ground clearance also help this ATV go in places where even the human foot would not tread.

The 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic VP is the easier-to-drive version of the base VP model: it sports the automatic CVT transmission for simple operation, even with less experienced riders. Permanent 4x4 transmission ensures a firm grip on whatever terrain, while engine braking and hydraulic disc brakes add to the safety and confidence when it comes to descending steep gradients.

The generous ground clearance and double A-arm independent suspension of the 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic VP are a good match for the ACT rear suspension: tackling the big obstacles and getting out of tight situations is now easier. And with up to 135 kg of combined luggage capacity, the 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic VP is also great for longer trips as one can carry some extra fuel, too.

Derived from the 4x4 manual model, the 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic LE brings the convenience of the automatic transmission while retaining all the great characteristics of the series. The 4x4 transmission can be easily switched to a 2WD one when riding on even ground or paved roads, and it's a lever push away. Differential locking and hydraulic disc brakes add to the safety and confidence when it comes to descending steep gradients.

The 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic LE also comes with a huge ground clearance (12” or 30 cm) and double A-arm independent suspension for tackling the big obstacles with more ease. The combined capacity of the dual luggage racks offers plenty space for a lot of gear and even extra fuel for longer trips (135 kg).

The 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 is a fun-to-ride manual-gearbox ATV that's great for the skilled operators used to manual shifting. Sporting a no-nonsense 5-speed gearbox, the 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 is also endowed with a very convenient hi-lo range, adding to the nimble character of the 376cc 4T engine. The 4x4 transmission can be easily switched to a 2WD one when riding on even ground or paved roads, and it's a lever push away.

The 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 also comes with a huge ground clearance and double A-arm independent suspension for tackling the big obstacles with more ease. Differential locking and hydraulic disc brakes add to the safety and confidence when it comes to descending steep gradients. The combined capacity of the dual luggage racks offers plenty space for a lot of gear and even extra fuel for longer trips (135 kg).

The 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic TBX is an utility vehicle based on the 400 4x4 version. The TBX ditches the rear rack in favor of a loading bay, allowing more than luggage to be lorried with this ATV. Thanks to its flat bed, the 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic TBX can now transport pretty much anything, including earth and construction materials, being a real workhorse around the house or farm, parks and the like.

An automatic transmission makes it easy to operate, and it also offers switchable 2WD/4WD final drive. Powerful hydraulic brakes are backed up by the Arctic Cat engine braking system for easier descending on steep slopes. Independent suspensions and a generous ground clearance make sure the 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Automatic TBX will be able to tackle pretty much any obstacle.

The 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 VP is a fun-to-ride manual-gearbox ATV that's great for the skilled operators used to manual shifting. Sporting a no-nonsense 5-speed gearbox, the 2005 Arctic Cat 400 4x4 VP is also endowed with a very convenient hi-lo range, adding to the nimble character of the 376cc 4T engine.

The 4x4 transmission is permanent, so there's no other levers to operate like switchable 2/4WD models have. This straightforward ATV also comes with a generous ground clearance and double A-arm front suspension complement the ACT-independent rear one with large travel for great passability over rough terrain. The combined capacity of the dual luggage racks offers plenty space for a lot of gear and even extra fuel for longer trips (135 kg).