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Pulling Their Weight: A UTV Towing Capacity Comparison

By Joe Crisan | Behind The Wheel on November 29, 2021
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If you’ve spent any amount of time around UTVs, you know just how helpful they are—by definition, these machines are built for utility. You’re not getting the most out of your side-by-side until you’ve tapped into its true towing capacity potential.

Many off-road vehicles are capable of towing thousands of pounds worth of cargo. But which one takes the lead when it comes to pulling its weight? We’ve put together this UTV towing capacity comparison to give you an idea.

NOTE: Towing a trailer is a great way to expand your UTV’s cargo storage capacity, but it can also be dangerous. Consult your owner’s manual and follow all manufacturer recommendations when towing.

Choose the Right ATV/UTV Trailer

When it comes to styles of trailers made for UTVs, you’re spoiled for choice. There’s a long list of UTV/ATV- specific trailers. Both single and double axle models are available, and there are even dump bed models on the market.

Like the vehicles themselves, UTV and ATV-specific trailers tend to be narrow. These smaller dimensions come in handy on most jobsites, though. Working in tight conditions is a lot less of a hassle when you aren’t in a massive truck or a tractor.

It’s important to note that, like UTVs, trailers have a limit as to how much they can carry. Make sure not to overload either one.

UTV Trailer
ATV/UTV trailers like this one are the perfect size for your machine. There are tons of trailers on the market that are designed specifically for off-road use.
Photo by Bannon Utility

UTV Towing Capacities

If you aren’t using your side-by-side to tow trailers, you might be working too hard. We wanted to change that, so we created the ultimate UTV towing capacity comparison—a list of some of the best side-by-sides for towing. We also included some of the most popular models for good measure.

We’ve arranged them by their towing capacity. In case of a tie, we organized each model in alphabetical order (sorry, Yamaha).

Can-Am Defender 6x6
With two more wheels and 500 more pounds of towing capacity than other top models, the Can-Am Defender 6X6 DPS is no joke. It’s the UTV with the highest towing capacity, and those extra wheels just look badass.
Photo by Can-Am

2,500 to 3,000 lb.

Can-Am Defender 6X6 DPS Towing Capacity3,000 lb. (1,360 kg)
Can-Am Defender Pro DPS Towing Capacity2,500 lb. (1,133 kg)
Gravely Atlas JSV 3000 Towing Capacity2,5000 lb. (1,133 kg)
Polaris Ranger XP 1000 Towing Capacity2,500 lb. (1,133 kg)

2,000 to 2,499 lb.

Arctic Cat Prowler Pro Towing Capacity2,000 lb. (1,133 kg)
Can-Am Commander DPS Towing Capacity2,000 lb. (1,133 kg)
CFMOTO UFORCE 1000 Towing Capacity2,000 lb. (1,133 kg)
Club Car Carryall 1500 Towing Capacity2,000 lb. (1,133 kg)
Honda Pioneer 1000 Towing Capacity2,000 lb. (1,133 kg)
John Deere XUV835E Towing Capacity2,000 lb. (1,133 kg)

1,500 to 1,999 lb.

Arctic Cat Prowler 500 Towing Capacity1,500 lb. (680 kg)
Can-Am Defender Towing Capacity1,500 lb. (680 kg)
Honda Pioneer 700 Towing Capacity1,500 lb. (680 kg)
Polaris General 1000 Sport Towing Capacity1,500 lb. (680 kg)
Polaris Ranger 500 Towing Capacity1,500 lb. (680 kg)
Polaris RZR 570 Towing Capacity1,500 lb. (680 kg)
Yamaha Viking EPS Towing Capacity1,500 lb. (680 kg)

1,000 to 1,499 lb.

Kawasaki Teryx Towing Capacity1,300 lb. (590 kg)
Kubota RTV-X1120 Towing Capacity1,300 lb. (590 kg)
Kymco UTXV 450i Platform Towing Capacity1,256 lb. (569 kg)
CFMOTO UFORCE 800 Towing Capacity1,250 lb. (566 kg)
Cub Cadet Challenger M 550 Black1,200 lb. (544 kg)
Kubota RTV500 Towing Capacity1,102 lb. (500 kg)
Kawasaki Mule Towing Capacity1,100 lb. (498 kg)
Honda Pioneer 500 Towing Capacity1,000 lb. (453 kg)

If our UTV towing capacity comparison has you itching to get hitched, we’ve got the solution. When you’re ready to boost your productivity, check out SuperATV’s UTV hitches.

Got a favorite UTV or UTV-specific trailer for towing? Let us know in the comments!

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  1. Avatar for steve smith steve smith says:
    December 3, 2021 at 8:18 am

    Is there any plans to manufacture items for the Mahidra Roxor ?

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    • Avatar for Tyler Lichlyter Tyler Lichlyter says:
      December 3, 2021 at 11:14 am

      Hey Steve! We do not currently have any plans at this time, but feel free to reach back out in the future. Thanks for tuning in with us!

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