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Sportsman® 500 H.O. - Best-Selling Auto 4 x 4 ATV*

The Sportsman® 500 H.O. is the best-selling automatic 4 x 4 ATV* of all time. Its smooth ride and handling are legendary. For 2012 it's also the best value 500, with your choice of Red, Green or new Yellow color.

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Manufacturer		Polaris

Model Year		2012

Model		Sportsman® 500 H.O.

MSRP		$6,199.00*

DIMENSIONS
Length		83 in. (210.8 cm)

Height		48 in. (121.9 cm)

Width		48 in. (121.9 cm)

Weight		696 lbs. (316 kg)

Ground Clearance		11.25 in. (28.6 cm)

Wheelbase		50.5 in. (128.3 cm)

Seat Height		33.75 in. (85.7 cm)

ENGINE
Engine		4-stroke; 1-cylinder

Displacement		498 cc High Output

Carburetion		Carbureted

Fuel Tank Capacity		4.1 gal. (15.5 l)

DRIVETRAIN
Transmission		Automatic PVT P/R/N/L/H

Drive System		4x4

Drive		System: On-Demand True AWD/2WD Final: Shaft

BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES
Brakes		Front: Single lever 4-wheel hydraulic disc Rear: Hydraulic rear foot

Wheels		Stamped steel

Tires		Front: 25 x 8-12; 489 Rear: 25 x 10-12; 489

OPERATIONAL
Suspension		Front: MacPherson strut; 8.2 in. (20.8 cm) travel Rear: Dual A-arm, IRS; 9.5 in. (24.1 cm) travel

Load Capacity		Front Rack: 90 lbs. (40.8 kg) Rear Rack: 180 lbs. (81.6 kg)

Towing Capacity		1,225 lbs. (555.7 kg)

OTHER
Colors		Indy Red, Sage Green, Medium Yellow

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*Price, if shown, is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) and does not include government fees, taxes, dealer freight/preparation, dealer document preparation charges or any finance charges (if applicable). MSRP and/or final actual sales price will vary depending on options or accessories selected.