Arctic Cat 550i GT vs Arctic Cat 550 LTD (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Arctic Cat 550i GTstacks up against the Arctic Cat 550 LTD. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Arctic Cat 550i GT | Arctic Cat 550 LTD |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Price | — | $9,499 |
| Engine | 545 cc | 545 cc |
| Weight | 313 kg | 318 kg |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic | Single disc. Hydraulic |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic | Single disc. Hydraulic |
| Tires | 25/8-12 / 25/10-12 | 25/8-12 / 25/10-12 |
Arctic Cat 550i GT vs Arctic Cat 550 LTD — which should you buy?
Picking between the Arctic Cat 550i GT and the Arctic Cat 550 LTD usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Arctic Cat 550i GT brings its published horsepower in a 313 kg package, while the Arctic Cat 550 LTD counters with its own power figure at 318 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: