ARGO rolled out a new line of Pro and Commercial amphibious offroad vehicles at the recent Utility Expo, including its latest amphibious “Xtreme Terrain Vehicle,” the Sasquatch XTX.
Built to traverse land and water, the Sasquatch XTX is powered by a Doosan 3-cylinder, 1.8-liter turbo diesel engine coupled with the HDT Automatic e-Steer transmission, designed by parent company ODG. The ARGO Instant Torque Drive System (ITDS) provides low-end torque for smooth acceleration in any terrain, the company says. (To see the Sasquatch XTX in action, check out the video at the end of this article.)
The Sasquatch XTX comes equipped with ARGO’s all-new XT328 71-inch tires with a cupped-to-flat tread pattern for “superior water propulsion, excellent grip for side-hilling and extreme traction.”
The ARGO Terrain Control (ATC) tire inflation management system features five-valve independent cold-air inflation with an electronic pump, along with a one-touch preset button that allows operators to match tire inflation to the terrain. Operators can auto inflate or deflate tires for optimal performance. Standard steel beadlock rings add strength to the wheel during low-pressure use, the company says.
Operators can take their foot off the pedal and turn the steering wheel to get true zero-turn capabilities. Equal power rotates one side of the wheels forward while the other side rotates backward, ARGO says.
The premium ROPS QX4 Crew Cab delivers an "ultra-quiet environment" with panoramic views and an ergonomically designed interior for up to four passengers, according to the company. Entry and exit are possible through the front or side doors, both of which feature a folding ladder and handles.
