How To Choose Between Different Argo XTV, ATV & UTV Models
ATV, UTV, and XTV. What is the difference?
Here is a quick comparison between the different Argo offerings.
Argo has many vehicle offerings that can be confusing if you don't have in-depth knowledge. Argo has designed different vehicles for different purposes.
Before discussing the main vehicle varieties Argo offers, and which one is the best for you, it's important to stress why Argo is the best XTV, UTV, and ATV brand out there today.
ATV — all-terrain vehicle (also known as quads or four-wheelers).
Meant for single riders. Smaller than UTVs. Handlebar steering.
UTV — utility task vehicle
Tend to be bigger than ATVs and allows for side-by-side riding. The steering wheel is similar to a car.
XTV — extreme terrain vehicle
For extreme off-road applications such as venturing extreme uneven grounds (areas with no roads), swamps and snow-filled paths, etc. XTVs are often used by seasoned outdoor enthusiasts. They feature handlebar steering systems.
Why Argo?
Why buy an Argo when there are many other brands? Well, here's why Argo XTVs, UTVs, and ATVs stand out!
Limitless boundaries:
Argo vehicles know no boundaries. For over 50 years (since 1967), the company's goal has been making the best amphibious vehicles XTVs – Extreme Terrain Vehicles, Offroad ATVs – All-Terrain Vehicles, and UTVs – Utility Task Vehicles.
Argo vehicles can go anywhere! They have multiple advanced features ranging from skid plates to high clearance.
Great variety of vehicles:
Argo also offers a great variety of recreational and commercial vehicles that can be used by individuals to commercial entities for just about any application thinkable.
Argo fills the gap that has existed for a long time between heavy off-road equipment and recreational quads.
Argo has vehicles for individuals who just want to have fun, as well as vehicles for companies that want to transport personnel, respond to emergencies, and more.
High safety rating:
Argo XTVs, ATVs, and UTVs are also highly rated with the best passenger safety rating factor today (SSF – Static Stability Factor).
Generally, Argos are 4-times less likely to roll over when compared to typical UTVs.
Environmentally friendly aspects:
Argo is also among the few XTV and UTV makers that put conscious effort into incorporating environmentally sensitive approaches in manufacturing. For instance, Argos do not leave toxic traces behind. They are also lightly treaded.
Specially designed tires that work perfectly with low ground pressure (1.06 psi) ensure little to no lasting impact on substrates and vegetation.
Vehicle fluids are also sealed perfectly to prevent land and water pollution. Exhaust design and placement is also done to reduce fire risks.
More value for money:
You can get more from an Argo UTV, XTV, or ATV than you would with other brands. Even the most specialized Argos can handle multiple applications.
Almost all Argos have been designed with versatility in mind in any site and terrain. While different Argos have different capacities, they can all carry personnel and equipment.
Nevertheless, Argo has priced vehicles reasonably, with clients getting options to customize vehicles to match their budgets.
Most importantly, an Argo can achieve what heavier more-expensive equipment would achieve. Argos can also reach remote locations at a lower cost.
Argo Offerings
Argo has two main vehicle categories, namely commercial and recreational vehicles.
As the name suggests, the commercial vehicle category is for commercial clients such as utility, mining and exploration companies that need access to remote work sites.
The recreational vehicle category is for individuals interested in XTVs, UTVs, and ATVs for recreational use. For example, outdoor exploration, fishing, and hunting.
Argo’s Commercial Vehicle Series
Companies that need XTVs for commercial applications should consider Argo’s commercial series vehicles namely; the Aurora Responder Series and Conquest Pro Series.
For specifics on which commercial series XTV to choose, here’s what you should know;
Aurora Responder Series
Who is the Aurora Responder Series for?
Argo designed and named the Aurora Responder Series XTVs with emergency response teams in mind.
The series has been designed for firefighters who need access to remote sites. It’s also for other types of emergency responders like safety personnel teams working in risky remote industries like mining, forestry, road construction, skiing, etc.
Aurora Responder Series XTVs has been designed to respond to emergencies that range from extracting injured individuals to penetrating seemingly impassable terrain. Whether it is transporting personnel, evacuating injured individuals, or carrying supplies in emergency situations, Aurora Responder Series XTVs can do it all.
Conquest Pro Series
When should you choose a Conquest Pro Series XTV?
Who is the Conquest Pro Series XTV for?
Argo designed this series with professional applications in mind. The series is also about conquering the outdoors. As a result, Conquest Pro Series XTVs should be bought by companies that want unmatched XTV capabilities to make operations easier and safer.
Examples of such companies include those in mining, road construction, skiing, and other industries where remote access is an issue.
Conquest Pro Series XTVs will not only transport people but cargo to the most remote locations characterized by swamps, bad roads, swamps, mud, logs, name it!
Argo’s Recreational Vehicle Series
Argo has five different categories of vehicles in the recreational vehicle series. They include; Frontier, Aurora, Conquest, Xplorer & Magnum Series.
Recreational Argo Series
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Argo Frontier Recreational Series
When should you choose an Argo Frontier Series XTV?
You should look at the Argo Frontier Series XTV if you want a 6-wheeler or 8-wheeler XTV that comes with extreme off-road capabilities as well as more space for passengers and cargo. The Frontier Series offers the perfect blend of extreme vehicle functionality, space, and style.
Argo's Frontier Series is composed of six XTVs (three 6-wheelers and three 8-wheelers) that offer the most XTV space in the market coupled with unmatched recreational adventure offroad (in water, mud, woods, and more).
Argo Aurora Recreational Series
When should you choose an Argo Aurora Series XTV?
Argo designed the Aurora Series as a premium recreational series XTVs offering more than what the Frontier Series XTVs offer. If you checked the Frontier series and desire more, consider Aurora XTVs.
Most importantly, Aurora Series XTVs are all 8-wheelers with premium features ranging from ultra-high performance to superior technology features. If you wish for an XTV with all must-have XTV features and more, Aurora Series is for you.
Argo Conquest Recreational Series
When should you choose an Argo Conquest Series XTV?
While Argo makes all their XTVs with versatility in mind, a first glance at the Conquest Series colour (true timber prairie camo) clearly shows that Argo had hunting applications in mind more than any other application.
You should consider at an Argo Conquest Series XTV if you are looking for the perfect XTV for hunting applications.
Argo designed Conquest Series XTVs with game hunting in mind. The XTVs can be used by lodge owners, camp operators, or big game enthusiasts who need more than a good firearm.
The XTVs (Conquest 800 and 950 Outfitter) can both carry game back thanks to their racks and over 530 kgs load capacity backed by powerful 30 HP and 40 HP engines.
Definitely the best series for up to six individuals looking to enjoy the ultimate XTV hunting experience.
Argo Xplorer Recreational Series
When should you choose an Argo Xplorer Series ATV?
Unlike other vehicles in Argo’s recreation category, the Xplorer Series is for ATVs (All Terrain Vehicles). Consider an Argo Xplorer Series vehicle if you want the most premium ATV in the market today.
Argo has four unique ATV offerings in the Xplorer series with notable differences such as engine sizes varying from 500-cc to 1,000-cc. However, all ATVs represent 50+ years of Argo's innovation. If you want the best quality ATVs in the market renowned for unmatched dependability, look no further.
The ATVs have everything you would want in a premium ATV, from premium tires to digital gauges, heavy-duty steel racks, anti-vibration receiver, power steering, numerous colour options, and more! Most importantly, Argo didn't compromise on comfort!
Argo Magnum Recreational Series
When should you choose a Magnum Series XTV?
While Argo considers many aspects when designing XTVs, the Magnum Series is for those looking to buy an Argo XTV that will fit in a full-sized pickup.
They offer unmatched reach and capabilities off-road. However, one notable issue is their size. Most XTVs on sale today can’t be transported using regular pickups.
Argo designed the Magnum Series to solve portability issues without compromising on any other XTV aspects.
Besides portability, Argo’s Magnum Series XTVs are just as capable as the most handy Argo recreational XTVs.
For instance, the XTVs still have ample storage in the form of smart storage spaces under seats, and other areas like the tailgate and hood. The XTVs also has ample cargo capacity and tie-down points that secure cargo, gear, etc., on the move.
The Magnum Series also has the latest Argo XTV tech that ranges from power steering to superior transmission and clutch features.
If you still can’t decide which Argo XTV or ATV is good for your application, don’t worry. You can get assistance when you want to rent (commercial models) or buy (commercial and recreational models) an Argo in Ontario or Manitoba.
Loch Lomond Equipment Sales - a Factory Authorized Dealer of Argo in Northwester Ontario can help you choose the perfect Argo.
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