2026 Polaris Sportsman 450 H.O.
2026 Polaris Sportsman 450 H.O.

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Polaris
Polaris
Model Year
2026
2026
Model
Sportsman 450 H.O.
Sportsman 450 H.O.
Model Code
A26SEA50B4
A26SEA50B4
Color
Ghost Gray
Ghost Gray

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front / Rear - Single lever, 3-wheel hydraulic disc with hydraulic rear foot

Parking - Park in-transmission / lockable hand lever

Front / Rear - Single lever, 3-wheel hydraulic disc with hydraulic rear foot

Parking - Park in-transmission / lockable hand lever

Wheels
12 in. (30.5 cm) Steel
12 in. (30.5 cm) Steel
Tires

Front - 25 x 8-12, 489

Rear - 25 x 10-12, 489

Front - 25 x 8-12, 489

Rear - 25 x 10-12, 489

Dimensions

Length
Overall - 83 in. (210.8 cm)
Overall - 83 in. (210.8 cm)
Height
Overall - 47 in. (119.4 cm)
Overall - 47 in. (119.4 cm)
Width
Overall - 48 in. (121.9 cm)
Overall - 48 in. (121.9 cm)
Weight

Curb - 739 lb. (335 kg)

Estimated dry - 699 lb. (317 kg)

Curb - 739 lb. (335 kg)

Estimated dry - 699 lb. (317 kg)

Ground Clearance
11.5 in. (29 cm)
11.5 in. (29 cm)
Wheelbase
50.5 in. (128.3 cm)
50.5 in. (128.3 cm)
Seat Height
33.25 in. (84.5 cm)
33.25 in. (84.5 cm)

Drivetrain

Transmission
Automatic PVT P / R / N / L / H In-line shifting
Automatic PVT P / R / N / L / H In-line shifting
Drive System
4x4
4x4
Drive
One-touch on-demand AWD / 2WD
One-touch on-demand AWD / 2WD

Electrical

Battery
340 CCA
340 CCA
Instrumentation
All-digital gauge - Speedometer, odometer, tachometer, two tripmeters, hour meter, gear indicator, fuel gauge, AWD indicator, volt meter, coolant temperature, hi-temp light
All-digital gauge - Speedometer, odometer, tachometer, two tripmeters, hour meter, gear indicator, fuel gauge, AWD indicator, volt meter, coolant temperature, hi-temp light
Lighting
Halogen POD and bumper lights, triple 50-W high beams, dual 50-W low beams, single LED brake light / taillight
Halogen POD and bumper lights, triple 50-W high beams, dual 50-W low beams, single LED brake light / taillight
Electrical System
12V power plug, in-pod trickle charging port, pre-wired for hand and thumb warmers
12V power plug, in-pod trickle charging port, pre-wired for hand and thumb warmers

Engine

Engine
Prostar 4-Stroke SOHC
Prostar 4-Stroke SOHC
Cooling
Liquid
Liquid
Cylinders
Single
Single
Horsepower
33 hp
33 hp
Displacement
499 cc
499 cc
Fuel System
Electronic fuel injection
Electronic fuel injection
Fuel Capacity
4.5 gal. (17 l)
4.5 gal. (17 l)

Operational

Suspension

Front - Sealed MacPherson Strut

Front travel - 8.2 in. (20.8 cm)

Rear - Sealed Dual A-Arm, IRS

Rear travel - 9.5 in. (24.1 cm)

Front - Sealed MacPherson Strut

Front travel - 8.2 in. (20.8 cm)

Rear - Sealed Dual A-Arm, IRS

Rear travel - 9.5 in. (24.1 cm)

Seating

1 Person capacity

Saddle

1 Person capacity

Saddle

Hitch
Standard 1.25 in. (3.2 cm) receiver
Standard 1.25 in. (3.2 cm) receiver
Towing Capacity
1,350 lb. (612 kg)
1,350 lb. (612 kg)
Load Capacity

Front rack - 90 lb. (40.8 kg)

Rear rack - 180 lb. (81.6 kg)

Cargo system - Lock & Ride-compatible 5 gal. (18.9 l) front dry storage

Front rack - 90 lb. (40.8 kg)

Rear rack - 180 lb. (81.6 kg)

Cargo system - Lock & Ride-compatible 5 gal. (18.9 l) front dry storage

Capacity
Payload - 485 lb. (220 kg)
Payload - 485 lb. (220 kg)

Other

Additional Colors

Sage Green

Ghost Gray

Sage Green

Ghost Gray

Includes
Vehicle protection - Front-rack extender, winch mount included
Vehicle protection - Front-rack extender, winch mount included

Features

Smooth

  • A SMOOTHER RIDE: Enjoy the ride with 9.5" rear suspension travel and 11.5" of ground clearance to help soak up trail ruts and bumps—delivering a smoother ride.
  • MORE TIME BACK: Sealed suspension bushings minimize maintenance and deliver a smoother ride and better handling.
  • TASK TO TRAIL TRACTION: Navigate challenging terrain with confidence. On-demand AWD detects when tires start to slip in wet or loose conditions, instantly delivering power to all four wheels for optimal traction and control.
  • Legendary Sportsman suspension delivers the smoothest ride to absorb bumps of all sizes.

Strong

  • IMPROVED FIT AND FINISH: Shifter close-off and better seat fitment provide enhanced showroom appeal and ride comfort.
  • UPGRADED CLUTCH SEALING: Take on more trails with confidence with improved clutch airflow to help keep water out.
  • WORK-READY TOWING: Pull trailers, and other vehicles, with confidence thanks to a work-ready 1,350-lb. towing capacity.
  • Sportsman 450 is packed with unyielding, work-ready features to help you effortlessly handle daily tasks.

Versatile

  • BRING ALL YOUR ESSENTIALS: Confidently stow valuable tools, supplies and essentials with a best-in-class 5 gallons of storage—all secure and easy to reach.
  • GEAR UP FOR LONG DAYS: Be fully equipped to face long days with a rack extender, boasting a 270-lb. capacity to carry more tools, gear or game.
  • EXTEND YOUR DAY: Work efficiently at any hour with steerable pod headlights that illuminate your path.
  • Sealed integrated storage and smart features for long days out. Plus, you can customize for your work or play needs with a wide selection of accessories.

Smooth

  • A SMOOTHER RIDE: Enjoy the ride with 9.5" rear suspension travel and 11.5" of ground clearance to help soak up trail ruts and bumps—delivering a smoother ride.
  • MORE TIME BACK: Sealed suspension bushings minimize maintenance and deliver a smoother ride and better handling.
  • TASK TO TRAIL TRACTION: Navigate challenging terrain with confidence. On-demand AWD detects when tires start to slip in wet or loose conditions, instantly delivering power to all four wheels for optimal traction and control.
  • Legendary Sportsman suspension delivers the smoothest ride to absorb bumps of all sizes.

Strong

  • IMPROVED FIT AND FINISH: Shifter close-off and better seat fitment provide enhanced showroom appeal and ride comfort.
  • UPGRADED CLUTCH SEALING: Take on more trails with confidence with improved clutch airflow to help keep water out.
  • WORK-READY TOWING: Pull trailers, and other vehicles, with confidence thanks to a work-ready 1,350-lb. towing capacity.
  • Sportsman 450 is packed with unyielding, work-ready features to help you effortlessly handle daily tasks.

Versatile

  • BRING ALL YOUR ESSENTIALS: Confidently stow valuable tools, supplies and essentials with a best-in-class 5 gallons of storage—all secure and easy to reach.
  • GEAR UP FOR LONG DAYS: Be fully equipped to face long days with a rack extender, boasting a 270-lb. capacity to carry more tools, gear or game.
  • EXTEND YOUR DAY: Work efficiently at any hour with steerable pod headlights that illuminate your path.
  • Sealed integrated storage and smart features for long days out. Plus, you can customize for your work or play needs with a wide selection of accessories.