2026

Backcountry

Name: BACKCOUNTRY
Brand: Ski-Doo
Availability: InStock

The premiere crossover snowmobiling experience. The Ski-Doo Backcountry expertly blends on-trail precision with off-trail capability, and does it in a way that offers every rider the best ride for their world – and now does it with proven, turbocharged Rotax power.

*Backcountry X-RS 850 E-TEC shown

Bolder

50/50 crossover with a twist

Available with the full power of the Rotax 850 E-TEC Turbo R engine with water injection system that will leave your competition behind. Advanced technology combines with unbeatable capability and stunning style to create the premier 50/50 snowmobile to dial up any adventure.

On-Trail

Exceptionally Confident

Dynamic trail precision thanks to a 43-inch ski stance providing flat, aggressive cornering and exceptional confidence in varying trail conditions. Plus, all the off-trail flotation of a 146-inch track length.

Off-Trail

Ultimate agility and performance

Exceptionally nimble and instantly responsive with power to match, the Backcountry creates an effortless off-trail ride that's almost second nature to anyone at the controls.

Unleashed

The True 50/50 Crossover

Zero Compromises

The Backcountry stands alone with superior on-trail and off-trail capabilities. Choose the perfect combo of features – including track length, wide or narrow ski stance and naturally aspirated or turbocharged power.

The most advanced ride on snow

REV Gen5 Platform

Refined capability for on-trail and off-trail with a bold new look. The REV Gen5 redefines previous standards with perfectly balanced handling, planted cornering and superior agility carving through powder.

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Power that Drives You

850 E-TEC Turbo R | 850 E-TEC | 600R E-TEC | 600 EFI

Backcountry snowmobiles are powered by the most responsive 2-stroke engines in the industry, and features the 180-HP 850 E-TEC Turbo R with Water Injection System - the most powerful 2-stroke engine on snow.

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Track your ride

10.25" Touchscreen Display with BRP Connect, featuring Built-In GPS

A high-res, full-color display that puts an interactive, informative experience at your fingertips. It features a built-in GPS, allowing you to track your ride even without a phone connected to the snowmobile.

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Crossover Control and Carving

cMotion X Rear Suspension

The most capable crossover suspension on snow. Further refined with 80% new parts and revised geometry for planted trail performance for smooth cornering and improved bump capacity, plus optimized off-trail agility.

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RAS RX Front Suspension

Race-Inspired X-RS Performance

Designed with lessons learned directly on the race track, the RAS RX front end features a 43" ski stance for supreme confidence in tight, aggressive corners and stability in rough trails.

Available on these models

Crossover Precision

RAS X Crossover Front Suspension

An updated version of our RAS X trail front end for capability on- and off-trail. Light steering feel optimized for crossover usage with adjustable stance.

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Bite Hard

Pilot DS 2 Skis

Deep keel design offers consistent predictable control on the trail. Wider profile provides ample flotation when you jump over the snow banks.

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Easiest Starting

E-TEC SHOT Starter

Push-button starting with almost no added weight. After an initial pull-start, the engine charges an ultracapacitor. Pushing the handlebar SHOT button for subsequent starts the rest of the day. Eliminates nearly 20 lb. (9 kg). Only possible with E-TEC technology.

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2026

Backcountry X-RS

Crossover

The most aggressive crossover sled with snocross attitude and go-anywhere capability.
REV Gen5 platform
RAS RX front suspension and Pilot RX Skis with wider 43" ski-stance available
Rotax 850 E-TEC® Turbo R engine with water injection system
cMotion X rear suspension with rail reinforcement

Backcountry X-RS

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Purebred aggressive crossover with snocross-inspired attitude and performance. High-capacity suspension for superiority in rough trails. Maximum agility for impressive off-trail capability. Equipped with the most advanced technology available on snow.

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Engine

Rotax® 850 E-TEC® Turbo R, Rotax® 850 E-TEC®
Rear suspension

cMotion™ X
Front suspension

RAS™ X (39 in.), RAS™ RX (43 in.)
Track

PowderMax† II, PowderMax†, Storm 150, Ice Storm 150
Special features

Pilot™ RX or DS 2, E-TEC® SHOT™ starter (Turbo R), Premium high-performance LED, Ice scratchers, Adjustable brake lever

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Engine
Engine	850 E-TEC 850 E-TEC Turbo R
Engine details	850 E-TEC® : Liquid-cooled, two-stroke, eRAVE™ 850 E-TEC® Turbo R : Liquid-cooled, two-stroke, turbocharged, Water Injection System, eRAVE™

Dimensions
Ski Stance	1,000 mm (adjustable) 1,090 mm (adjustable)
Track Length x Width x Profile	PowderMax†: 146 x 16 x 2.0 / 154 x 16 x 2.5 (39 in. ski stance) Storm 150: 146 x 15 x 1.5 (43 in. ski stance) Ice Storm 150: 146 x 15 x 1.5

Suspensions
Suspension option	Standard
Rear suspension	cMotion X

Feature
Starter	850 E-TEC Turbo R: SHOT 850 E-TEC: Electric Starter
Gauge	10.25 in. touchscreen display

2026

Backcountry Adrenaline

Crossover

Loaded with crossover-specific features for spending equal time riding on- or off-trail.
REV Gen5 platform
High-quality KYB shock package
cMotion™ X rear suspension
High-performance LED headlights

Backcountry Adrenaline

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At home anywhere there's snow, the Backcountry Adrenaline is loaded with crossover-specific features for spending equal time riding on- or off-trail. Now on the REV Gen5 platform, riders can enjoy a newly-refined confidence no matter where they ride.

Engine

Rotax® 600R E-TEC
Rear suspension

cMotion™ X
Front suspension

RAS™ X
Track

PowderMax†
Special features

Pilot™ DS 2 Skis, Ice scratchers

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Engine
Engine	600R E-TEC
Engine details	Liquid-cooled, two-stroke, eRAVE™

Dimensions
Ski Stance	1,000 mm (adjustable)
Track Length x Width x Profile	PowderMax†: 146 x 16 x 2.0

Suspensions
Suspension option	Standard
Rear suspension	cMotion X

Feature
Starter	Electric Starter
Gauge	4.5 in. digital display

2026

Backcountry Sport

Crossover

For the value-oriented 50-50 rider wanting an advanced platform and modern engine technology.
Rotax® 600 EFI engine
Electric starter
Improved deep snow running boards with large openings

Backcountry Sport

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Now on the REV Gen5 platform with refined ride quality, lower sound levels and reduced vibration for all-day enjoyment. Two new LED headlights offer exceptional nighttime vision. Continues to lead the way as the best value in crossover snowmobiles.

Engine

Updated Rotax® 600 EFI with 4th engine mount and electronic oil pump
Rear suspension

NEW cMotion™ X
Front suspension

RAS™ X
Track

PowderMax†
Special features

Pilot™ DS 2 Skis

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Engine
Engine	600 EFI - 85 Hp
Engine details	Liquid-cooled, two-stroke

Dimensions
Ski Stance	1,000 mm (adjustable)
Track Length x Width x Profile	PowderMax†: 146 x 16 x 2.0

Suspensions
Suspension option	Standard
Rear suspension	cMotion X

Feature
Starter	Electric Starter
Gauge	4.5 in. digital display

Backcountry

Bolder

50/50 crossover with a twist

On-Trail

Exceptionally Confident

Off-Trail

Ultimate agility and performance

Unleashed

The True 50/50 Crossover

Zero Compromises

The most advanced ride on snow

REV Gen5 Platform

Power that Drives You

850 E-TEC Turbo R | 850 E-TEC | 600R E-TEC | 600 EFI

Track your ride

10.25" Touchscreen Display with BRP Connect, featuring Built-In GPS

Crossover Control and Carving

cMotion X Rear Suspension

RAS RX Front Suspension

Race-Inspired X-RS Performance

Crossover Precision

RAS X Crossover Front Suspension

Bite Hard

Pilot DS 2 Skis

Easiest Starting

E-TEC SHOT Starter

Explore Backcountry Packages & Specifications

Backcountry X-RS

Backcountry Adrenaline

Backcountry Sport

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