2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

I KNOW I POSTED THIS EARLIER IN THE YEAR BUT I WAS WONDERING IF ANYONE RODE OR NOW OWNS A NEW ARCITC CAT 366 AND IF SO WHAT DO YOU THINK OF IT?

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

in my opinion its a waste of an atv the thing is ugly and it is soo close in motor size to the 400 why even bother. in my opinion if your looking into a 366 just buy the 400

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

It is my understanding from a local dealer that Kymco is making all of the Arctic Cat engines for the 90 to 366 class bikes, and that Arctic Cat (in addition to Suzuki) make the 400 and above engines. Thus, the logic was they could offer a 366(Kymco) bike for more than a grand cheaper than the 400(Suzuki) and still be close in power.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: rango726

in my opinion its a waste of an atv the thing is ugly and it is soo close in motor size to the 400 why even bother. in my opinion if your looking into a 366 just buy the 400</end quote></div>

1. The engine in the '400' is actually only a 376.
2. It's a whopping 100lb heavier.
3. And it sits higher

...bigger is not necessarily better

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PDMGUY, I wish I could find one, it appears to be just the size my wife wants, but none of the dealers seem to have a clue what I am talking about and I even called Arctic Cat and all they could tell me was to call my dealer.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

Gater that is why im wondering if anyone has riden this machine or anything yet. I want a quad that isnt huge and has a decent amount of power. I rode my cousins 2004 rancher and that was fine for size. I like the looks of that 366 model. My wife could also ride it on the trails without feeling like it is too big. The price isnt to bad for it either. I know our local atv dealer in WI advertises it on there website for $4699.99. I havent contacted them because im waiting until spring to purchase it.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: Grumble69

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: rango726



in my opinion its a waste of an atv the thing is ugly and it is soo close in motor size to the 400 why even bother. in my opinion if your looking into a 366 just buy the 400</end quote></div>



1. The engine in the '400' is actually only a 376.

2. It's a whopping 100lb heavier.

3. And it sits higher



...bigger is not necessarily better</end quote></div>
right the engine in the 400 is a 376 making it very close to the 366. why nother. a hundred pounds is nothing imo. my point is why buy a cheap kymco when you can have the 400 for a little more and get 4x4 and diff lock and full gauges etc. ill bet money the 366 doesnt get produced for very long.its a waste of a model and im on 2 different sites and theres not one person who ownes one. or atleast admits to it.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

From what I'm reading it sounds like it will be the other way around with the 400 getting phased out. Personally I think it looks fine and is a reasonably priced utility 4x4. Good for light duty work and plenty fine for riding around. It all depends what you're going to use it for.

I'm very likely going to get it. I've compared it to other brands of similar size and think it's the best option for what I'll be using it for. It pulls a nice weight. The rear rack can hold a fair amount. And it's got a high ground clearance. I just don't need a bigger ATV.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

to each his own im not saying its useless im just saying if it were me id just spend the extra $$ for the 400 why not have 3 times as much capability as what you need for very little more. im not trying to sway you by any means i personally couldnt care less what anyone buys i was just trying to point out some very big differences for just a little more$$. and i will have to completely disagree with you on the 400 being phased out. that atv brings in just as much revenue each year for cat as its higher models. the 366 is in its first year and will never out sell the 400. that would be like cat calling it quits all together on trying to take the market on atvs.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

When you say it has more capability, what are you are referring to? Not trying to be a smart ass, I'm just not getting what you're saying.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

dont worry about being a smart ass man its all in good fun lol. i love a good debate. lol. im saying that the 400 is more capable of a machine its taller so it can get over more and with the diff lock it makes it unstopable. also it has a 2 in reciever making it more versatile, the full slew of guages helps too. the independant suspension also makes it more capable. im noty saying the 366 is useless i used to ride with a friend who had a honda recon 250 and i had my 400 and that 250 would go just about everywhere i did it took alot more effort and alot more of a beating but it impressed me. and yeah the 400 has some downsides like its weight and width but you get used to that stuff and its all fun from there.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

I own a 400 myself and I think what is trying to be said is that the 400 is a far more useful and capable (as in playing) machine. The 400 is like the ultimate tool to have around with its full four wheel drive system and extras weight it can pull all sorts of different things around the house or farm and it can handle quite a bit of weight on the racks. The 366 is going to be a bit of a cheap ( and that is what you payed for!) toy. I bought my eleven year old an off brand atv and it has been nothing but a broke down all the time headache. You do get what you pay for and dollar for dollar you will not beat the 400. I'm not trying to piss you off or anything just give you another opinion good luck and have fun with whatever one you buy. Oh if you are having any problem at all finding these machines out there just imagine what getting parts for one might be like?

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yeah man im not trying to dump on your decision for an atv. im just stating the same as mobilized. the rated pulling weight for the 400 is 1050 lbs but i have pulled soo much more with it and it doesnt even look back. and that was something i was thinking about the other day. my style 400 started being produced in 06 and its now 08 and i have a hell of a time finding any one that carries a part without having to order it and then it ends up on backorder etc and i have to wait 2 weeks or more for a part. i just ordered a gasket and it took a week and 3 days to get to me. its something that i would think they would have kicking around. anyways you will have a hell of a time getting parts as well.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

I know the 400 is also a very capable snow plowing machine and that comes in real handy at times depending on your location.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

mobil i just realized a few min ago your on the other site too. never realized it.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

rango I ride Arctic Cat so I am everywhere! LOL

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

Thanks for all the info. That local dealer here also has left over 400 that is $100.00 cheaper then the 366. I still like the smaller size of the 366 though. I guess I'll try to test them both in spring when the time comes. I just wanted to see if anyone had one or any experiences with one.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

PDMGUY, Bass Pro Shop here in Fort Myers finnally got some of the new 366's in last week. I really liked the looks of it. It is quiet a bit lower than my ac400, but it looks pretty sharp. My wife really liked it and we will probably get her one in the next week or so.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

In my opinion they are ugly, but for those of you thinking about getting one, im glad you choose AC

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

Gater when you get it please let me know what you think of it compaired to your 400. Im still up in the air until I see them side by side and compare them. I wish there was a place that I could try them and do some comparing.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

I've had mine for a few days and am really pleased with it. In the storeroom, the 366 is noticeably smaller that the other behemoths. Even the 400 looks big next to it. However, when I got it out onto my property, I'm glad it wasn't any larger. It just barely fit down some of my wooded trails. I took it in a boggy area and didn't have any issues.

I don't have a good area to see how fast it will go. I got it up to 45mph and it didn't sound close to its limits. The acceleration was very good. The one fault I have with it is in the turning radius. Despite it's smaller size, it turns a bit wide compared to a Yamaha that I've ridden. It also doesn't have a full size gauge. But to be honest I so rarely use one. About the only thing I ever glance at is speed, and it's right there.

So if I were mulling between the 366 and 400, I wouldn't worry about performance. It'll be close. I would focus on the size though. If you ride in tight places, I would definitely go with the 366. If you're using it for utility, then the 400 might be the better choice since the rear racks are wider. In terms of looks, I just don't get why folks consider it ugly. It's a 4-wheeler, not a piece of art or a piece of ass.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

If the AC366 motor is made by Kymco, then why on their web site and their CD is says it is made by Arctic Cat and is a hemi cylinder? Just wondering.

Now between the two, for the slightly extra money, the 400ac offers a diff locker and low range which would come in very handy when towing or in deep mud. Also, the ground clearance is slightly more with the 400ac and it has been around for a while and has been a proven machine. Now as far as the motor sizes, yes it is only 10cc difference, but with all the other features, the 400ac IMO is the better buy. However each person must look at their needs and wants and determine which one is right for them. If you don't need the diff locker or the low range for heavy towing, then the 366ac might be the one for you. But if you are going to pull heavy trailers (ie: +1000 lbs), the 400 will do way better b/c of the low range. Just my two cents worth.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

Listen all you guys I been reading your debate and I just couldn't take it anymore. I have owned a 366 for quite a while now, and guess what I traded in to get it. That is right a 400 2006. Here is the fact the 366 weighs 606lbs the 400 645lbs the 366 has fully ind suspension but 10 inches of clearance compared to 12 on the 400. Now I remember there was a thing about size, it sits lower than the 400 but otherwise really the dimensions aren't all that different just your eyes tell you that they are. So if your wandering which is a better machine and specially for you, my answer would be the 400 because you weigh about 250lbs at almost 6ft tall so for you the choice must be obvious for you to think about it even being close surprises me. You will only fill tight on smaller machines and face it they are very close in price. I fell in love with machine when I saw it for the first time but I will admit now that I have it I can honestly say the 400 was the better machine for the money but that is not saying that I dont like my 366 just that the 400 is really the better machine for the money and specially for you, get your wife the 250 that should be a good beginner platform. Have fun I wish my wife would take up interrest in ridding but doubt it. later Jason

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

366 vs 376 specs

There are other things beside engine size that the 400 has going for it. The suspension travel is much longer,larger tires and the gas tank is much bigger. Those 3 things alone are a big plus.

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>I just don't get why folks consider it ugly. It's a 4-wheeler, not a piece of art or a piece of ass. </end quote></div>

LLLOOOLLL!!!! I know, people think they will be using these things going down main street on a Saturday night bagging chicks or something.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

All good points but in the end I was just giving pmdguy a honest opinion from someone that has the 366 and just had the 400. The 366 is a fine machine but really for the money the 400 is the way to go after weighing everything apples to apples and thats the truth.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

I plan on getting a 366 for my wife. The main two specific points being less weight and less cost. She's never ridden a quad and isn't likely to get all hardcore and need diff locks and the like.

Whether that weight is the 40 pounds claimed by mossmanj or the 100 pounds claimed in the spec sheet, it's a savings on something that isn't that heavy. Even at a 40 pound difference that's about 6% less weight than the 400. That only goes up if the weight difference is greater.

Since the two motors are very close in displacement, assume neither holds a truly significant power advantage, nor a mileage difference.

The 366 presents a two fold cost savings- both the motor is less expensive and lack of diff lock options.

As for the 366 being redundant in the face of the 400, I ask why is the 400 any more viable?
It is at best 100cc's difference from the 500, with identical features. It's the 400cc machine that seems redundant to me. For slightly more money you can just get the 500, which makes the 400 a poor option in either direction.

Either get the lighter 366 with less features and pay less, or get the 500 with all the bells and whistles. The 400 is a jack of all trades type model that is really the redundant model here.

I'm not knocking it, I am just saying that looking at the model line up, I think if I were to see a redundant model, it'd be the 400 and not the 366.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

You have a good point and it is well noted but unless you own both or have both you will not have a clear picture of what I'm talking about because it doesn't just come down to specs but you will find that out yourself after you have it in any case have fun it is still a good machine just not as good as the 400.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

Oh by the way here are the real specs on 366 that you get in manual when you buy. overall length 82.2 inch, overall height 46.9 inch, overall width 42.9 inch, susp travel 7.5 inch, wheelbase 47.9 inch, dry weight 606 lb everything else is correct as shown in brochure.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

that's why I come here. Because spec sheets never tell the full story. Nice to be able to ping someone that's owned the things and get the strait skinny

Edit: I went by the Cat dealer today, who helpfully just happened to have a 400 and a 366 sitting next to one another. I took a pic, don't know how to upload it here though.

The 366 does look tiny compared to the 400, but looking closely, it's largely the effect of the bodywork, and the larger tires on the 400. At a glance the 366 is dwarfed by the 400, but really- it's not too different in anything but bodywork and seat height.

That would bring the difference more to the weight difference for a smaller rider.

I also was incorrect in my earlier post, saying the 366 lacked a LO range, which it does.

I would say that the 366 represents the top of the base quad model while the 400 represents the lowest end of the premium model of quad (those with diff lock, etc)

In the end, which we get will depend mostly on price. Our Cat dealer beats the other dealers in town for comparable manufacturers by a few hundred dollars. I was quoted 7K for the 700 EFI with camo job. That's the MSRP for the 650.
My local Kawi dealer can't beat that for a 750i Brute Force or Grizzly.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

If this is about price and it is for your wife why wouldn't the 250 be in the contest somewhere just asking.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

We did look at the 250 but we were looking for something in the 300-400cc range for her, and the 366 has both the 2inch receiver and Hi/Lo range in it.

The main thing she wants is selectable 2 and 4 wheel drive, and enough power and clearance to go anywhere- but without being really heavy or expensive. She is much more a hobbyist in such things- I tend to be the fanatic when it comes to things with motors.....

Looking around she took a shine to the Cat and the Grizzly models. But the priority is my big bore, then we'll worry about one for her. It's all a matter of finances. But by the end of the summer, I'll have probably spent close to 20 grand in quads and gear.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

I am formally mossmanj and I wanted to add having problems with shifter sometimes think it might need linkage adjusted but could be more serious also did you know my 366 is actually made in taiwan by kymco not in US and yes I'm sure, it says it right on the frame for the V.I.N #, Just thought I would add that little tidd bit for those who want made in the USA and nothing else.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

Made in the US is a worthless statement anyway. Even in the chest thumping Harley crowd, the electronics are all japanese, the suspension parts, brakes- almost all japanese.

I used to have an IROC Camaro, good old American Chevy? Nope, made in Canada.

So where it's made doesn't mean alot to me. I am never more than one hidden cop from losing my license on my Suzuki TLR1000 sportbike. And for all their huff, I wouldn't trade it for any fancy italian Ducati or Aprilia.

Never had any illusions about how 'pure' any motorized thing I owned was.

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

This JMac doesn't know what he's talking about... I rode with him this last weekend and he couldn't even keep up to my Suzuki Ozark 250... [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif[/img]

2008 ARCTIC CAT 366
 

I cant help it that my 366 is helpless over the suzuki ozarks great power

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i have the arctic cat 366 with custom snorkels and 26'' mud lights adn epi clutch kit it perfroms way better then the old ac 400 it is light. it out performs the 400 outlander and and honda 420 many of times i have drove around them then having to pull them out they are a great bike. they get me to my tree stand and they love the mud i have had mud over the front head lights and it just keept on going no problem. so before u go dissing them why dont u just ask someone who has one how they do that is why it replaced the 400 ac becasue it was better in every way.

Ok I found an 08 AC 366 with less than 50 hours on it for $3900. What everyones opinion of them now? I am interested in having a dependable comfortable trail riding machine that can handle a few hills from time to time. I do not mud and I do not seek out monster hills. Just whatever I have to go through or up while I am on the trail. And I wanted the IRS beacause I have low back problems. Thanks!