2027 Can-Am Defender XT HD9

2027 Can-Am Defender XT HD9

2027 Can-Am Defender XT HD9 is a new side-by-side UTV built to handle real work and real trails with confidence—and it’s available now at MotoMember in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Finished in Stealth Black, this Defender XT blends rugged protection, premium utility features, and the smooth, torque-rich feel you want for property maintenance, hunting land, farm chores, and weekend exploring.

Designed as a do-it-all 3-passenger machine, the Defender XT HD9 pairs a proven Rotax® V-twin with a selectable 2WD/4WD system and Turf Mode for sensitive ground. Add in factory XT upgrades like a hard roof, heavy-duty skid plate, and a 4,500 lb winch, and you’ve got a ready-to-work package that’s equally at home on the jobsite or deep in the woods. Learn more about the Defender lineup at https://can-am.brp.com/.

Key Features

• HD9 Rotax® power: 976 cc V-twin with 65 hp and strong low-end torque for hauling and towing
• Selectable drivetrain: Turf Mode / 2WD / 4WD with Visco-Lok† auto-locking front differential
• PRO-TORQ CVT: QRS calibration, high-airflow ventilation, and Electronic Drive Belt Protection; modes include ECO™ / ECO™ Off / Work with speed limiter
• Dynamic Power Steering (DPS): lighter steering effort and better control in ruts, rocks, and tight work areas
• XT protection package: XT front bumper, full hard roof, and full heavy-duty HMW plastic skid plate
• 4,500 lb winch: synthetic rope winch for recovery, plow work, and pulling logs or equipment
• Comfort-focused cab: VERSA-PRO bolster bench seating for 3, adjustable driver seat, tilt steering wheel
• Tech & charging: 4.5 in display plus DC outlet (10A) and dual USB ports (10A x2)
• Lighting: 140W front lighting output and LED taillights for early starts and late finishes
• Utility-ready: 2 in hitch receiver, large cargo box, and serious towing/payload capability

Specifications

• Engine: 976.0 cc Rotax® V-twin, liquid cooled, 2 cylinders
• Fuel system: Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC™) with Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
• Power: 65 hp / 59 lb-ft
• Transmission: CVT (PRO-TORQ CVT with QRS); Extra-L / H / N / R / P
• Drivetrain: Selectable Turf Mode / 2WD / 4WD with Visco-Lok† front differential
• Steering: Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
• Front suspension: Double A-arm, 10 in (25.4 cm) travel; twin tube gas charged shocks
• Rear suspension: TTA with external sway bar, 10 in (25.4 cm) travel; twin tube gas charged shocks
• Brakes: Front twin-piston calipers (32 mm) / 220 mm discs; rear single-piston caliper (32 mm) / 220 mm disc
• Tires/Wheels: XPS Trail Force 27 x 9/11 x 14 in tires; 14 in cast-aluminum wheels
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 125.7 x 62 x 78 in (inventory length: 10.08 ft; inventory width: 5.17 ft)
• Wheelbase: 83 in (211.5 cm)
• Ground clearance: 11 in (28 cm)
• Dry weight: 1,624 lb (736 kg)
• Fuel capacity: 10.6 gal (40 L)
• Storage capacity: 16.2 gal (61.3 L) total
• Cargo box: 38 x 54.5 x 12 in; capacity 1,000 lb (California: 600 lb)
• Payload capacity: 1,500 lb (California: 1,200 lb)
• Towing capacity: 2,500 lb
• Seating capacity: 3
• Chassis: Profiled cage, ROPS approved

Real-World Benefits

The Defender XT HD9 is built for owners who need one machine to do it all: the V-twin power and Work/ECO drive modes help you manage traction and efficiency, while DPS reduces fatigue during long days of steering through ruts or around buildings. Turf Mode is a game-changer for lawns and sensitive ground, and the XT protection (roof, skid plate, bumper) plus the factory winch means you’re prepared when conditions turn ugly. With a 1,000 lb cargo box rating and 2,500 lb towing capacity, it’s ready for feed runs, firewood, tools, and trailer duty.

Visit or Contact MotoMember

Come see this new 2027 Can-Am Defender XT HD9 at MotoMember, 1100 Sheller Ave, Chambersburg, PA 17201. Call 717 352-8270 to confirm availability, discuss accessories, or ask about protection options. Includes a 1-year BRP Limited warranty, with B.E.S.T. coverage available up to 48 months.