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Arctic Cat Alterra 300 specifications

Arctic Cat · Utility

The Alterra 300 is a two-wheel-drive utility ATV with a listed 331 lb towing limit. Count the trailer’s own weight as part of that limit. A job requiring four-wheel drive calls for a different configuration, such as the Brute Force 450 or KingQuad 400.

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Arctic Cat Alterra 300

Arctic Cat Alterra 300
Specification	Value
Model year	2027
Engine	Liquid-cooled, single cylinder
Displacement	270cc
Fuel system	Carburetor
Transmission	Automatic CVT, H/L/N/R
Drive system	2WD shaft drive, locked rear differential
Front suspension	Double A-arm
Front brake	Dual hydraulic disc
Front tire	22x7-10
Rear tire	22x10-10
Wheelbase	46 in
Ground clearance	6.5 in
Fuel capacity	3.2 gal
Front rack capacity	44 lb
Rear rack capacity	66 lb
Towing capacity	331 lb
Starting MSRP	$4,899
Class	Utility
Wheels	Steel
Front suspension travel	5 in
Rear suspension	Swingarm
Rear suspension travel	5 in
Rear brake	Single hydraulic disc
Dry weight	517 lb

Arctic Cat Alterra 300 — specification reference

Alterra 300 against its price neighbors

At $4,899 it costs $300 less than the Brute Force 300 ($5,199) and $200 less than the Honda Recon ES ($5,099). It weighs 517 lb dry against 551.3 lb for the Kawasaki and 443 lb for the Honda, and it has a bigger engine than the Honda's 229cc.

Alterra 300 against the Brute Force 300 and Recon ES

Kawasaki's Brute Force 300 and Honda's FourTrax Recon ES are the same class. The Arctic Cat is the cheapest of the three.

The price comparison uses Kawasaki’s 2027 Brute Force 300 base MSRP of $5,199, before its destination charge. The Alterra’s $4,899 listed price is $300 lower; compare the model years and delivered quotes separately.

Arctic Cat · Utility

The Arctic Cat Alterra 300 is the maker's entry-level ATV: a 270cc liquid-cooled carbureted single, two-wheel drive only, with a locked rear differential and an automatic CVT. It is dry-weight 517 lb, tows 331 lb and costs $4,899. It does not have the selectable 4WD or electronic power steering of the larger Alterra 600; 2027 Arctic Cat Alterra 300 specifications and price.

A performance review says handling and comfort matter as much as the engine, and describes the Alterra 300 as responsive because of its light weight, with a comfortable ride and manageable power that makes it suited to beginners. A specifications-and-problems summary calls the 270cc four-stroke reliable but reports that some riders think the suspension could be improved for a smoother ride on rough terrain, and recommends regular maintenance and occasional upgrades.

Both are secondary summaries, not tests with measurements.

What it is good for

The Alterra 300 is a cheap two-wheel-drive machine for light property work and easy trails. The 331 lb tow rating is enough for a small cart, not a loaded trailer. If you need four-wheel drive, look at the Kawasaki Brute Force 300 or the Suzuki KingQuad 400s.

Alterra 300 against its price neighbors.

At $4,899 it costs $300 less than the Brute Force 300 ($5,199) and $200 less than the Honda Recon ES ($5,099). It weighs 517 lb dry against 551.3 lb for the Kawasaki and 443 lb for the Honda, and it has a bigger engine than the Honda's 229cc.

Alterra 300 against the Brute Force 300 and Recon ES.

Kawasaki's Brute Force 300 and Honda's FourTrax Recon ES are the same class. The Arctic Cat is the cheapest of the three.

Model-year range: 2019–2023
Compared editions: 3
Specification entries: 25
Entries that differ: 15

Fuel Capacity: 4.3 gal (16.3 L); 3.2 gal (12 L); 3.2 gal (12 L).

2027 Arctic Cat Alterra 300 questions

Does the Arctic Cat Alterra 300 have four-wheel drive?

No. The Alterra 300 is two-wheel drive only with a locked rear differential. The larger Alterra 600 has selectable 4WD and electronic power steering.

How much can the Alterra 300 tow?

Arctic Cat rates it at 331 lb, which is a small cart, not a loaded trailer. It has a 3.2 gal tank and a 270cc engine.