You can expect an average ATV weight to be about 600 pounds (272 kg).
In addition, the weigh of fuel is about 6.3 (2.9 kg) pounds per gallon of gas. Fuel tanks on ATVs average at about 3 to 5 gallons. When considering the weight of fuel, you can expect on average a full tank of gas to add 25 pounds (11 kg).
When looking at specs for different ATVs, the weight will also be listed as dry or wet weight. Dry weight refers to only the frame without fuel. When the gas tank is full, that is known as wet weight.
For pulling ATVs, it's recommended to use a vehicle that can tow at least 2,000 pounds. This would be for a towing a single ATV and trailer. If you plan on towing multiple ATVs, then you'll need more towing power.
Make sure to check your vehicle's towing capacity. This can be found in your owner's manual or the manufacturer's website as your gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
9 ATV Weight Examples
The following chart features example ATV weights of specific models ranging from the lightest to heaviest used on the trails. Additional details can be found on the manufacturer's websites. Here's the ATV weight chart:
ATV Model | Engine Size | Average Dry Weight |
|---|---|---|
Yamaha Raptor 50 | 50cc | 237 pounds (108 kg) |
AlphaSports Daisy 90 | 90cc | 289 pounds (131 kg) |
Polaris Saw Tooth | 200cc | 425 pounds (193 kg) |
Yamaha Big Bear 250 | 250cc | 456 pounds (207 kg) |
Kawasaki 400 4X4 Auto | 400cc | 645 pounds (293 kg) |
Polaris Sportsman 500 X2 EFI | 500cc | 791 pounds (359 kg) |
Arctic Cat 700 Diesel | 700cc | 809 pounds (367 kg) |
Polaris Sportsman X2 EFI | 800cc | 839 pounds (381 kg) |
Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 | 1000cc | 927 pounds (420 kg) |
Additional Weight and Trailer Options
The additional weight you will encounter with a ATV will come from a few areas. Those areas being storage, add-ons, and gasoline (wet weight).
If you do not have a truck or open bed to toss your ATV in, then trailers are a good option. Depending on the size of your ATV, you may need a trailer for transport as it's too large to fit inside a truck bed. This also creates an additional weight to consider when towing and traveling with your ATV.
Make sure to refer to your vehicle's owners manual and read the section on towing capacity. It's always safer to leave some extra wiggle room to not damage your engine.
RHINO USA Ratchet Tie Down Straps
When buying a hitch trailer for your ATV, you'll also need a way to secure it to the trailer. Not to mention, they can be useful inside a truck bed as well. These straps are easy to tighten down and quite smooth to use. Having a pair of good quality straps will save your ATV from tumbling down the highway.
To Conclude
ATVs provide a fun mode of transportation on many different areas of terrain. Each type also comes with it's own weights based on it's purpose and use.
It's important to know the correct weight when looking to tow and transport your ATV. If you're unsure and want specific weights, you can always check the manufacture's website or go to a local cat scale to get a more accurate weight.