Polaris Sportsman 6x6 - Manual (Page 57)

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OPERATION
Hauling Cargo
Your Sportsman 6x6 has been designed to carry or tow a certain
amount of load. Always read and understand the load distribution
warnings on the warning labels. Never exceed the specified weights.
WARNING
Overloading the vehicle or carrying or towing cargo improperly
can alter vehicle handling and may cause loss of control or brake
instability.
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Never exceed the stated load capacity for this vehicle.
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Do not obstruct the headlight when loading the front rack.
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Cargo should be properly distributed and carried as low and for-
ward in the cargo box as possible.
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Reduce speed and allow a greater distance for braking.
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Use extreme caution when applying brakes with a loaded
vehicle. Avoid terrain or situations that may require backing
downhill.
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Always attach the tow load to the hitch point.
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Do not tow any trailer on a grade steeper than 15 ° .
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Vehicle should never exceed 10 mph (16 kph) while towing a
load on a level surface. Vehicle speed should never exceed 5
mph (8 kph) when towing loads in rough terrain, while cornering,
or while ascending or descending a hill.
Maximum Cargo Capacities (Level Ground)
Total Cargo 875 lbs. (397 kg)
Front Rack Cargo 75 lbs. (34 kg)
Cargo Box 800 lbs. (363 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacities
Towed Load (level ground) 1500 lbs. (681 kg)
Towed Load (up to 15 ° incline) 850 lbs. (386 kg)
Vertical Hitch Weight 150 lbs. (68.1 kg)
Towing Grade 15 °