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2021 Polaris Ranger 500
2021 Polaris Ranger 500

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Polaris
Polaris
Model Year
2021
2021
Model
Ranger 500
Ranger 500
Model Code
R21MAA50B7
R21MAA50B7
Color
Solar Red
Solar Red

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front / Rear - 4-Wheel Hydraulic Disc

Parking - Park In-Transmission

Front / Rear - 4-Wheel Hydraulic Disc

Parking - Park In-Transmission

Wheels
Stamped steel
Stamped steel
Tires

Front - 25 x 8-12; Carlisle 489

Rear - 25 x 10-12; Carlisle 489

Front - 25 x 8-12; Carlisle 489

Rear - 25 x 10-12; Carlisle 489

Dimensions

Length
Overall - 110 in. (279 cm)
Overall - 110 in. (279 cm)
Height
Overall - 73 in. (185 cm)
Overall - 73 in. (185 cm)
Width
Overall - 58 in. (147 cm)
Overall - 58 in. (147 cm)
Weight
Dry - 1,065 lb. (483 kg)
Dry - 1,065 lb. (483 kg)
Ground Clearance
10 in. (25.4 cm)
10 in. (25.4 cm)
Wheelbase
73 in. (185.4 cm)
73 in. (185.4 cm)

Drivetrain

Transmission
Automatic PVT H/L/N/R/P
Automatic PVT H/L/N/R/P
Drive System
On-Demand True AWD/2WD/ VersaTrac Turf Mode
On-Demand True AWD/2WD/ VersaTrac Turf Mode
Final Drive
Shaft
Shaft

Electrical

Instrumentation
Single Analog Dial with 2 in. LCD Rider Information Center, Speedometer, Tachometer, Odometer, Tripmeter, Clock, Hour Meter, Gear Indicator, Fuel Gauge, Coolant Temperature, Volt Meter, Service Indicator and Codes, Seatbelt Reminder Light, DC Outlet
Single Analog Dial with 2 in. LCD Rider Information Center, Speedometer, Tachometer, Odometer, Tripmeter, Clock, Hour Meter, Gear Indicator, Fuel Gauge, Coolant Temperature, Volt Meter, Service Indicator and Codes, Seatbelt Reminder Light, DC Outlet
Lighting
50W headlight, LED tail
50W headlight, LED tail

Engine

Engine
ProStar, 4-Stroke
ProStar, 4-Stroke
Cooling
Liquid
Liquid
Cylinders
Single
Single
Horsepower
32 hp
32 hp
Displacement
500 cc
500 cc
Fuel System
Electronic Fuel Injection
Electronic Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity
9 gal. (34.1 l)
9 gal. (34.1 l)

Operational

Front Suspension
MacPherson strut; 9 in. (22.9 cm) Travel
MacPherson strut; 9 in. (22.9 cm) Travel
Rear Suspension
Dual A-arm, IRS; 10 in. (25.4 cm) Travel
Dual A-arm, IRS; 10 in. (25.4 cm) Travel
Steering
Tilt - Standard
Tilt - Standard
Seating
2 Person Capacity
2 Person Capacity

Other

Additional Colors

Sagebrush Green

Solar Red

Sagebrush Green

Solar Red

Cargo Box Length
32 in. (81 cm)
32 in. (81 cm)
Cargo Box Height
11.5 in . (29 cm)
11.5 in . (29 cm)
Cargo Box Width
42 in. (107 cm)
42 in. (107 cm)
Cargo Box Capacity
500 lb. (226.8 kg)
500 lb. (226.8 kg)
Cargo Box
Lock & Ride
Lock & Ride
Load Capacity
1,000 lb. (453.6 kg)
1,000 lb. (453.6 kg)
Towing Capacity
1,500 lb. (680.4 kg)
1,500 lb. (680.4 kg)
Hitch
Standard 2 in (5 cm) Receiver
Standard 2 in (5 cm) Receiver

Features

Features

  • RELIABLE PERFORMANCE: The durable 500cc ProStar Engine is purposefully engineered with 32 HP and built to take on tough jobs. The True On-Demand All Wheel Drive gives the traction you need, when you need it, while the compact design can easily be stored in the back of many trucks.
  • WORK HARDER & SMARTER: Have the confidence to haul logs, clear brush, and tackle tough tasks on your property with class-leading 1,500 lb towing capacity and 500 lb cargo box capacity. Easily hook up a trailer with the standard 2” hitch receiver to tackle your biggest jobs in fewer trips.
  • DESIGN FOR ALL-DAY COMFORT: Experience a legendary smooth ride with 10" of ground clearance and independent rear suspension (IRS) featuring 10” of suspension travel. Plus, enjoy added convenience and comfort with an adjustable tilt steering wheel.
  • PURPOSE-BUILT FOR YOUR JOBS: RANGER 500 is equipped with the payload capacity and box storage you require to get the necessary work done around the property.
  • ADJUSTABLE TILT STEERING: Utilize the tilt steering to adjust the position of the steering wheel to easily enter and exit the vehicle.
  • VERSATRAC TURF MODE: For work around the house, unlock the rear differential for easier and tighter turns that won’t tear up your lawn.
  • COMFORT & CONVENIENCE: Equipped with in-dash sealed storage and 2 cup holders so you can comfortably take everything you need along for the job.
  • TAKE IT ANYWHERE: RANGER 500 73” wheel base and 58” width can be easily stored in the back of many trucks so you can take it out for the jobs you need.
  • STANDARD 2” RECEIVER: Connect your trailer to your RANGER with the standard 2” receiver and maximize the impressive 1,500 lb towing capacity.
  • CARGO BOX CAPACITY: Haul up to 500 lb using the cargo box and take advantage of Polaris Lock & Ride Accessories to carry any item needed for the job.
  • GAS ASSIST DUMP BOX: For the larger loads, utilize the gas assist dump box to unload the bed of your RANGER.

Features

  • RELIABLE PERFORMANCE: The durable 500cc ProStar Engine is purposefully engineered with 32 HP and built to take on tough jobs. The True On-Demand All Wheel Drive gives the traction you need, when you need it, while the compact design can easily be stored in the back of many trucks.
  • WORK HARDER & SMARTER: Have the confidence to haul logs, clear brush, and tackle tough tasks on your property with class-leading 1,500 lb towing capacity and 500 lb cargo box capacity. Easily hook up a trailer with the standard 2” hitch receiver to tackle your biggest jobs in fewer trips.
  • DESIGN FOR ALL-DAY COMFORT: Experience a legendary smooth ride with 10" of ground clearance and independent rear suspension (IRS) featuring 10” of suspension travel. Plus, enjoy added convenience and comfort with an adjustable tilt steering wheel.
  • PURPOSE-BUILT FOR YOUR JOBS: RANGER 500 is equipped with the payload capacity and box storage you require to get the necessary work done around the property.
  • ADJUSTABLE TILT STEERING: Utilize the tilt steering to adjust the position of the steering wheel to easily enter and exit the vehicle.
  • VERSATRAC TURF MODE: For work around the house, unlock the rear differential for easier and tighter turns that won’t tear up your lawn.
  • COMFORT & CONVENIENCE: Equipped with in-dash sealed storage and 2 cup holders so you can comfortably take everything you need along for the job.
  • TAKE IT ANYWHERE: RANGER 500 73” wheel base and 58” width can be easily stored in the back of many trucks so you can take it out for the jobs you need.
  • STANDARD 2” RECEIVER: Connect your trailer to your RANGER with the standard 2” receiver and maximize the impressive 1,500 lb towing capacity.
  • CARGO BOX CAPACITY: Haul up to 500 lb using the cargo box and take advantage of Polaris Lock & Ride Accessories to carry any item needed for the job.
  • GAS ASSIST DUMP BOX: For the larger loads, utilize the gas assist dump box to unload the bed of your RANGER.