What is an Argo ATV?

What is an Argo ATV?

The name Argo has always held clout in the ATV world. Argo can legitimately say that they were the first all-terrain vehicle. Fifty years ago Ontario Drive & Gear’s (ODG) first Argo amphibious machine made a literal splash in the industry with its six wheels and skid-steer steering mechanism.

What kind of engine does an Argo Xplorer have?

The Xplorer XR 500 one-up and XRT 500 two-up model are the price-point models in the new Argo ATV lineup. They’re full-size ATVs that are priced to sell within the mid-size ATV class. They feature a 503cc SOHC, four-valve, single cylinder, liquid-cooled engine, which produces 39 horsepower.

What happened to Argo?

For the last 49 years Argo has held steady building only their original amphibious model, and aside from minor tweaks, an actual handlebar and some creature comforts, it didn’t change much in between. That is until this year. Argo wanted something else to offer their dealers.

Why choose Argo vehicles?

Whether it is for a commercial, governmental/public sector or personal utility application, Argo vehicles fill the gap between recreational quads and heavy off road equipment. Argo vehicles will climb, crawl or swim anywhere you have to go, with the equipment and tools you need, at a cost you can afford.

What kind of ATV is an Argonaut?

By ATV Rider August 11, 2016 ARGO, which was named for its stamina on land and water after the Argonaut of Greek mythology, dominates the Extreme Terrain vehicle (XTV) market. For nearly 50 years, this 6-wheel drive amphibious vehicle has found a home traversing the world’s gnarliest terrain.

What makes the Argo XTV different?

It was also designed to respect the environment with low emission rates that meet both EPA and CARB standards. Argo XTVs don’t use a traditional suspension setup found on ATVs or UTVs. There are no A-arms or shock absorbers. The machine simply relies on the flex of its 6 tires for suspension.