2026 Can-Am® Defender MAX XT CAB HD11 Base

2026 Can-Am® Defender MAX XT CAB HD11 Base

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  • Year 2026
  • Make Can-Am®
  • Model Defender MAX XT CAB HD11
2026 Can-Am® Defender MAX XT CAB HD11 Base

2026 Can-Am® Defender MAX XT CAB HD11 Base

2026 Can-Am® Defender MAX XT CAB HD11

The Defender MAX XT CAB provides year-round closed cabin comfort for you and a passenger. Enjoy auto HVAC, power windows and a windshield for extra protection when things get rough out there.

Features may include:

  • Heating, venting and air conditioning (HVAC) climate system
  • Full color match doors with locks and electric opening windows
  • Quick-4Lok auto-locking front differential
  • Speed Limiter
  • 1700-W Magneto
Drive like a boss
  • Power with Purpose

Heavy loads, long days, no slowing down. With 95 hp, a 70 lb-ft of torque, a new ROTAX engine, pDrive primary clutch and Quick Response System with CVT transmission, it leads in towing and cargo—power for work and play your way.

The Ultimate Defender
  • Redesigned for Control & Comfort

A premium, reimagined interior delivers comfort and control. With quieter operation, improved suspension, enhanced infotainment, and better ergonomics—this is peak utility.

Always on Duty
  • Built to Keep Going

With a 4,500 lb. winch, class-leading cargo box and towing capacity, and tough tires, it’s built to do more. Long service intervals and rugged components mean it’s always ready—on the clock or off.

Connected Ride
  • Everything you need at your fingertips

Added situational awareness with a clear view of rear and front* camera angles. Easily control accessories from the display. Manage media within the applet on your touchscreen.

Refined Power Delivery
  • New work-tuned HD11 engine

The new 999cc inline-3 HD11 engine delivers 95 HP and 70 lb-ft of torque. Paired with a smooth-shifting transmission, pDrive, and Quick-4Lok or Smart-Lok front diff, it’s built for control and drivability.

Best-in-Class Utility Features
  • Class-leading clearance, cargo, towing

With exceptional ground clearance, long suspension travel, serious towing and cargo capacity, and reduced NVH, this Defender is built to lead—on the job, off-road, and everywhere in between.

Engineered for Easy Maintenance
  • Easier access, smarter design

With smart service points and tool-free access to key areas, it’s built for less downtime. Double-bounded bushings, bolted skid plate, and ready-to-work durability seal the deal.

Engine

Engine Type Rotax® ACE (Advanced Combustion Efficiency) triple cylinder
Displacement 999 cc
Cooling System liquid cooled
Engine Torque 70 lb-ft
Engine Power 95 hp

Drivetrain

Drivetrain Selectable Turf Mode / 2WD / 4WD with Quick-4Lok auto-Locking front differential | Driving Assistance: CVT Engine Braking Sport / Normal / Work modes Speed Limiter
Transmission pDrive primary and Quick Response System X (QRS-X) CVT with high airflow and Electronic Drive Belt Protection L / H / N / R / P

Suspension

Front Suspension Arched Double A-Arm with sway bar
Front Travel (in./cm.) 12 in. (30.5 cm)
Front Shocks Twin tube gas charged shocks
Rear Suspension Arched Double A-Arm
Rear Travel (in./cm.) 12 in. (30.5 cm)
Rear Shocks Twin tube gas charged shocks

Brakes

Front braking system Dual 262 mm disc brakes with hydraulic twin-piston calipers (32 mm)
Rear braking system Dual 236 mm disc brakes with hydraulic twin-piston calipers (28 mm)

Wheels & Tires

Wheels 14 in. cast-aluminum
Front Tire XPS Trail King 2 29 x 9/11 x 14 in.
Rear Tire XPS Trail King 2 29 x 9/11 x 14 in.

Dimensions

Overall Vehicle Size (LxWxH) 162.4 x 65 x 81.4 in. (412 x 165 x 207 cm)
Ground Clearance 14 in. (35.6 cm)

Weights

Weight Winch: 4,500 lb (2,041 kg) winch with synthetic cable

Features

Gauges 4.5 in. wide digital display
Features Full glass fixed windshield with wiper kit, Full color match doors with locks and electric opening windows, Rear clear glass window, Full heavy-duty HMW plastic skid plate, Full hard roof with liner and dome light, Heavy-duty front bumper, Mudguards

Warranty

Warranty Factory: 1-year BRP Limited warranty

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