new crossfire 700 promises performance on and off the trail

What happens when you cross Cat's M-series and Firecat lines? Well, Cat says the result is the new 2006 Crossfire, a sled set up for performance trail handling with deep snow capabilities.

The new 2006 Crossfire, Cat's midyear release that's available in black or orange for order now (MSRP $8,999) and slated to start coming off the line Jan. 17, features a 140 horsepower Suzuki 700 EFI powerplant with a more rider-forward design to help riders transition from sitting to standing positions.

The sled also features an ACT Diamond Drive System that replaces the chaincase with a planetary gear drive situated on the PTO side of the chassis. Other features include removable side panels that allow quick access to the engine, clutch and brake and a FasTrack Long Travel System slide-rail suspension with Arctic Cat (IFP) shocks and a Torque Sensing Link rear arm.

The Crossfire also features a deeper lugged 15- x 136- x 1.25-inch Ripsaw patterned track.

Sled specs
Engine: Suzuki 698cc, 140 hp
Cooling: liquid
Exhaust: APV w/ tuned pipe and canister
Drive Clutch: Arctic (rpm sensing)
Driven: Arctic (roller cam) ACT drive system
Ski stance: 42-44-inch adjustable
Front suspension: AWS-VI double-wishbone A-arms with lightweight aluminum Arctic Cat gas (IFP) shocks and adjustable preload springs with swaybar
Rear suspension: FasTrack Long-Travel System slide rail, adjustable torsion springs, lightweight aluminum Arctic Cat (IFP) shocks, Torque Sensing Link rear arm
Track: 15x136x1.25 with 136-inch Ripsaw pattern
Fuel capacity: 12.4 gal
Official Dry weight: TBA
MSRP: $8,999