Arctic Cat UTV Tires: An In-Depth Analysis

A lot is riding on your Wildcat or Prowler tires.

As an outdoor fad, the ordinary trails are, you know… too ordinary!

A true outdoor-er always pushes the boundaries, whether in the mountains, sand dunes, the rocky hell, or even the muddy holes. Nothing is off limits; except boring straightway trails, of course!

The UTV folks are addicted to the rush of adrenaline and excitement from whizzing through the snow or rock trails past the random guy.

If that feels familiar, then you know the stock Arctic Cat tires may not always be sufficient to save you from the red-faced embarrassment!

No doubt, the Arctic Cat Wildcat or the Arctic Cat Prowler is excellent for the outdoors. But every good driver knows that ill-fitted tires will make them slower as a seven-year itch.

You need tires that can handle your type of terrain, whether snow, mud, rocks, or sand. A minor tire specialization for the condition goes a long way to give you an edge over the competition and make the Wildcat/Prowler ride fun and efficient.

So, what kind of Arctic Cat tires are the perfect choice for your next adventure?

Rock Crawling Tires for Arctic Cat Wildcat/Prowler

When it comes to rock crawling, your Arctic Cat Wildcat or Prowler needs something that can handle the unforgiving and rocky Utah-esque terrain.

• First, ensure the tires you choose can provide enough traction to keep you from slipping and sliding all over the place.

• Second, the tires are durable enough to handle the abuse that rock crawling can dish out.

• And the most important one, the tires you choose must look good!

When it comes to traction, you want to make sure you choose a tire with plenty of treads. A good rule of thumb: choose a tire with at least 1.5 inches of tread. This will give you plenty of traction while allowing your Wildcat/Prowler to maneuver effortlessly over rocks and other obstacles.

Next, you want to ensure the tires are durable enough to handle the abuse that rock crawling can cause. Remember, you're going to be putting a lot of stress on your tires while climbing over rocks and other obstacles, so you want to make sure they can handle it.

An excellent way to judge a tire's durability is its sidewall construction. You want a bad boy like Rigid Tire by Moose, with thick, reinforced sidewalls to withstand plenty of bumps and bruises.

Also, the tires you choose should have aesthetics! They should be eye-catching. You know, the eye candy. In any case, what's the point of owning a great-looking Wildcat if its tires look like they came off a grocery getter?

Muddy Trails Tires for Arctic Cat Wildcat/Prowler

If you're planning a muddy adventure, remember that your favorite snow tires may leave you in the mud, literally! The thick sticky mud holes are the stuff that gives Wildcat drivers mad excitement, but stock tires will make you the laughing stock - you never would want that!

Choose tires that can provide good mud traction to relieve the embarrassment of getting stuck.

This is where Mud-Terrain (M/T) tires come in – these are specifically designed for mud. The usuals on the mud parks are something like Rebel Tire by Sedona or more aggressive ones like Assassinator by SuperATV.

However, M/T tires tend to make a lot of fuss on the road because of the spaced-out tread pattern, don't wear as well on pavement, and weigh a few more pounds enough to slow you down on the straightaways.

A two-incher tread pattern gives you more ground clearance and makes it easier to navigate over muddy obstacles. But on the downside, a two-inch tread is too aggressive and can be jarring on a smooth surface.

So if the mud you're riding in isn't so much, then a one-inch tread will give you more versatility and better fuel efficiency. Anything between the 7/8 and 1 1/4 inch range ticks the boxes for the best Arctic Cat Wildcat or Prowler tire for trail and mud.

And finally, don't forget about the price. M/T tires can be expensive, so shop around and compare prices before making your final decision.

Sand Dunes Tires for Arctic Cat Wildcat/Prowler

While some feel at home in the muddy swamps and holes, there are those whose excitement feeds off the sandy clouds. They are the SXS sand men and women - the sand folks!

The dunes can be incredibly strenuous for the Cats, even the high-powered models if left to the devices of stock tires. Don't be a sand dummy wading through the dunes in rock hard-pack tires.

If you're driving on the dunes, you'll want tires that can provide good traction and floatation. Not the stock tire that digs you into sand holes of problems!

The ideal front tires for the dunes are usually bald, with a ridge of two for excellent cornering, with the rears that carry a paddle-like design for the floatation effect. Popular mentions include Skat-Trak, Sedona, and EFX.

For hard-packed sand, something like the Mudder Inlaw is a great all-around tire that will perform well in various conditions. But something like the SandCat by SuperATV comes in handy for the deep, wet-sugar-like sand. It has an aggressive tread pattern to help you power through the deepest dunes.

For speed, take a spin on the Paddle Tire. It's designed to minimize drag and reach maximum velocity.

No matter what type of terrain you're driving on, there's an Arctic Cat Wildcat or Prowler tire that's perfect for the job. With such a wide variety of tires to choose from, we're sure you'll find the ideal set of rubber to help you tackle your next off-road adventure. So, Shop around and compare prices, then get out there and have some fun!