Also known as All Terrain Vehicles or Quads, ATVs have numerous uses for many different fields of interest. The most common include hunting, sports and utility use. While the use of all terrain vehicles vary, there is not just one kind to suit all needs. There are diverse models and styles to meet the various requirements imposed by the particular area of interest, including the option to have the mobile built custom. By knowing the different types of quads available on the market today, you can be sure to choose one to meet all of your needs.

One design of ATVs that is the most popular among business owners, ranchers, campers and hunters is the utility model. The reason for utility all terrain vehicles being so well liked are their ability to haul loads (with certain accessories attached), four wheel drive and their larger engine size. Engine sizes can range anywhere from one hundred fifty cc (cubic centimeters) all the way up to eight hundred. However with a greater size comes a heftier price tag. If you are planning to use a utility quad for extremely rough terrain or to haul pretty heavy loads, a bigger engine could very well be for you. Conversely, if your hauling cargo is limited or the land you will be traveling is generally mild, a smaller engine most likely will meet your needs.

Another type of quad is known simply as sport ATVs. These are particularly well suited to recreational uses and are very popular among those seeking to enter races and competitions. These models are more inclined to have lightweight bodies and frames making jumping easier in trick competitions. Two more traits that make sport quads a very attractive option for those looking into investing in an all terrain vehicle for purely recreational purposes is quick acceleration and excellent suspension.

ATVs built for more than just one person are called side by sides or utility task vehicles (UTV). UTVs are heavier than all terrain vehicles and are equipped with cargo boxes that hold several hundred pounds. They look like a cross between a little pickup truck and a golf cart, but are able to traverse extremely harsh land. These are a popular choice among land owners with large acreage as there are many accessories available for purchase, like plows. Read the rest of this entry »