Wildcat XX – Textron Unleashes The New Cat

Wildcat XX delivers an unbeatable ride experience.

Editor’s Note: The wait is over… After much anticipation and more than a couple teasers, Textron Off Road has released the details on the all-new Wildcat XX. Read up on the features and specs, below, and stay tuned for our in-depth First Drive article in the March edition of UTV Sports Magazine. If you aren’t already signed up, be sure to subscribe on this page!!

AUGUSTA, GA — Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, and its Textron Off Road brand have off-roaders’ hearts racing with the much-anticipated Wildcat XX, a new high-performance side-by-side designed to deliver an unbeatable ride experience.

Designed in collaboration with off-road racing legend Robby Gordon, the Wildcat XX is built for a superior ride in every aspect. The off-road racing-inspired suspension system delivers best-in-class handling with more than 18 inches of travel in the front and rear.  The FOX 2.5 PODIUM QS3 Shocks with Bottom-Out Control are precision-tuned at the factory with the flexibility to absorb and smooth out the most challenging rides. An all-new TEAM front gear case and rear transaxle provide 2WD/4WD and 4WD lock functionality for rock-crawling capability and exceptional flexibility in different terrains. Making it all go is a 125HP, 998cc three-cylinder EFI engine—the highest horsepower aspirated engine in its class.

“Wildcat XX was inspired by the most extreme off-road racing vehicles, and is built to outperform the biggest side-by-side names in off-roading,” said John Collins, Vice President, Consumer for Textron Specialized Vehicles. “We like to say that Wildcat XX puts ride over everything. With Wildcat XX, you get an unbeatable ride and ultimately, a side-by-side that will conquer any rock, rut or ravine.”

The Wildcat XX front suspension features unequal-length A-arms that angle the tire into every turn, grabbing more of the ground to better negotiate even the toughest hairpin turns. Backing it up is a rear trailing arm that might look familiar to hardcore truck and class one buggy racers, who provided the inspiration to link the arm to the front, but not the sides. This keeps the wheels moving up and down—not side to side as with competitive vehicles. The side to side motion—called track width change—pushes other machines off course, requiring constant steering corrections and reducing stability. The Wildcat XX trailing arm results in 80 percent less track width change in the rear for a smoother ride.

To further enhance the owner experience, Textron Specialized Vehicles designed the Wildcat XX with durability and serviceability at the forefront. With a race-inspired cage and tough components like double-shear joints, a forged aluminum front knuckle and HSLA tubing throughout, Wildcat XX is built to take the most extreme punishment. In addition, the engine is top-mounted to avoid taking a beating during bottom outs. When service is required, the Wildcat XX front steel clip and rear bottom skid are easily removable, and the cargo box is removable without any tools required. So, you get easy access to the powertrain, transaxle, engine and front gear case. 

Wildcat XX offers a driver-first design for the ultimate in comfort and convenience. Key features include the largest cab in the industry, ergonomic seating and an automotive style interior.

Other key Wildcat XX features:

• Standard 65-amp alternator to power accessories
• Integrated wiring system cuts light bar installation time in half
• Standard Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
• Class-leading 300-lb capacity cargo box that fits up to a 32-inch spare tire
• Class-leading four-gallon glove box to protect gear in the cab
• Two packages and more than 30 purpose-built accessories from Textron Off Road
• 14-inch ground clearance
• 15-inch custom KMC wheels and 30-inch CST Behemoth tires

Available in Lime Green, Satin Charcoal Metallic or a limited edition Horizon Blue. Wildcat XX is covered by a six-month warranty. The price is $20,499 U.S. and it will be arriving in dealerships this spring.

For more information, visit a local Textron Off Road dealer, go to TextronOffRoad.com or join the conversation on Textron Off Road’s Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram accounts.

Key Specifications of the Wildcat XX: 

Suspension & Handling

• Best-in-class ride and handling.
• More than 18 inches of front and rear travel.
• Not all suspension travel is created equal, it’s how you use it. The Wildcat XX features a unique suspension system that utilizes unequal length front A-Arms and an off-road racing inspiredrear trailing arm. This combination reduces track width change by up to 40 percent in the front and 80 percent in the rear compared to the competition for unmatched stability and control.
  • The Wildcat XX’s rear trailing arm allows for tires to travel virtually up-and-down for less side-to-side movement.
  • The unequal length front A-Arms adjust the tire camber to ensure maximum tire contact with the ground throughout the suspension travel.
• The Wildcat XX is equipped with FOX 2.5 Podium QS3 Shocks with Bottom-Out Control.
  • The shocks are angled for the ideal motion ratio and front shocks are mounted to the lower A-Arm for a lower center of gravity.
  • Bottom-Out Control in the rear shocks offers greater comfort and the QS3 technology makes them more easily adjustable.
• Different than most sport side-by-sides, the Wildcat XX’s front steering rack is located in front of the axle for maximum leverage and control.
• 14-inch ground clearance.
• Standard Electronic Power Steering (EPS).

Power/Transmission

• New 998cc, naturally aspirated, 3-cylinder EFI engine with 125 horsepower
• All-new front and rear TEAM transaxle and front gear case was designed specifically for this vehicle. Offers 2WD/4WD and 4WD lock functionality for greater flexibility in different terrains and superior rock crawling capability.
  • 4WD lock ensures power to all four wheels at all times for maximum traction while rock crawling or climbing and descending sharp grades.

Driver Experience/Styling

• Largest cab in its class that is designed to fit any size driver.
  • Adjustable driver’s seat.
  • Optimally placed dead pedal doesn’t require left leg to be bent more than right for increased comfort.
• 60 percent of the dashboard is focused to the driver for maximum driver ergonomics and visibility to display and accessories.
  • Center panel is angled towards driver for increased visibility and the panels and surfaces are designed to make it easier to install accessories such as radios and headsets.
• A race-inspired ROPS gives the vehicle sleek and sporty lines and standard full doors provide additional protection.
• 15-inch KMC custom wheels with 30-inch CST Behemoth Tires are the largest stock tires in its class and big fenders ensure maximum water and mud protection.
• Colors: Lime Green and Dynamic Charcoal

Durability and Serviceability

• Durability and serviceability were at the forefront of the design for this vehicle.
• All steering and suspension components are double shear—meaning they are supported on two sides instead of one with the bolt passing through two supporting members for increased durability.
• New front steering rack and pinion.
• The steering and suspension system also includes a forged aluminum front knuckle and large wheel bearings.
• A hanging rear drivetrain prevents underside damage from impacting the powertrain mounting.
• Easier access to key vehicle systems
  • Tool-less cargo box removal provides easy access to top side of powertrain.
  • The rear engine and transaxle can be removed with six bolts after simply removing the rear bottom skid plate and disconnecting the fluid and electrical connections.
  • The front gear case is mounted to an easily removable front steel clip/skid.
  • A full front skid plate can be removed if damaged instead of having to replace the entire frame like in many side-by-sides.

Hauling & Storage

• Class-leading storage including a 300-lb cargo box that fits up to a 32-inch tire and 4-gallon glove box.
• Standard 12-volt outlet and optional USB port.

Customization

• More than 30 Textron Off Road accessories including roofs, windshields, front bumpers, rock sliders and mirrors. 

• •   The two packages available include:
    • Decked Out Package:
      • Steel Front Bumper
      • 36-inch Light Bar
      • Black Aluminum Roof
      • Kicker SSV Audio System
      • Polycarbonate Half Windshield
      • Rear View Mirror
    • Geared Up Package:
      • Steel Front Bumper
      • Bimini DLX Top
      • Kick Panel Storage Bags
      • Shoulder Storage Bag
      • Trailside Kit
      • Polycarbonate Half Windshield
      • Rear View Mirror

• For ease of accessory installation, the Wildcat XX is pre-wired. This eliminates the need to remove panels to run long wiring harnesses to the battery and cuts installation time in half. The pre-wired system comes with:
  • Four key switch-based powered accessory connections.
  • Four independently fused and switched circuits for fast installation of light bars and other electrical accessories.

  

Use these simple steps to install a 36-inch Textron Off Road Light Bar

• • Install light bar on roof or ROPS and route wire to connection
  • Direct-Connect the wire into system
  • Plug in switch
  • Add fuse in panel
    
• Standard 60-amp alternator to power accessories.

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