2023 Can-Am® Defender Limited HD10

1. It’s the most powerful Defender engine ever made The HD10’s 82-horsepower Rotax V-Twin is the strongest engine Can-Am has ever installed in a Defender from the factory. 2. The engine is tuned for torque, not top speed Unlike sport UTVs, the HD10 is built for low-end pulling power. It excels at towing, mud, hauling, and work. Many owners describe it as a “refined tractor engine.” 3. It runs cooler than earlier models Can-Am redesigned the airflow and clutch cooling system, allowing the HD10 to stay stable even in high heat or slow-speed ranch work. 4. The PDrive clutch is a major improvement The updated PDrive primary clutch provides: smoother engagement reduced belt wear faster backshifting This is one of the reasons the HD10 feels more refined than older Defenders. 5. The Rotax V-Twin has aviation roots Rotax engines are used in light aircraft, snowmobiles, and watercraft. The HD10’s motor comes from a long-standing engineering lineage known for reliability. 6. It’s built to handle heavy use Many owners report HD10 engines running well past 5,000 hours with basic maintenance, which is exceptional for a utility UTV. 7. It’s responsible for the Defender’s strong towing capability The HD10 engine is what gives the Defender its 2,500-pound towing capacity, one of the highest ratings in the utility UTV class.