2026

Backcountry

Name: BACKCOUNTRY
Brand: Ski-Doo
Availability: InStock

Starting at $10,349

MSRP on entry package, transportation and preparation fees may vary based on selection.

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.

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*Backcountry X-RS 850 E-TEC Turbo R 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 crossover snowmobile 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 and your friends

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

A high-res, full-color display that puts an interactive, informative experience at your fingertips. Now available with built-in GPS with new Group Ride feature to keep track of your progress and other riders – no cell signal needed.

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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.

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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

Starting at $17,199

Transportation and preparation not included.

Crossover
On & Off Trail

The most aggressive crossover vehicle with snocross attitude and go-anywhere capability.
REV Gen5 platform
RAS RX front suspension 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

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.

Starting at $17,199

Transportation and preparation not included.

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Engine

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

cMotion™
Front suspension

RAS™ X, RAS™ RX
Track

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

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

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Engine
Engine	850 E-TEC 850 E-TEC Turbo R with water injection system
Engine details	850 E-TEC® Turbo R : Liquid-cooled, two-stroke, turbocharged, Water Injection System, eRAVE™ 850 E-TEC® : Liquid-cooled, two-stroke, eRAVE™
Engine Horsepower	850 E-TEC® Turbo R : 180 up to 8,000 ft. 850 E-TEC® : 165
Cylinders & Displacement	850 E-TEC® Turbo R : 2 - 849 cc 850 E-TEC® : 2 - 849 cc
Bore & stroke	850 E-TEC® Turbo R : 82 mm x 80.4 mm 850 E-TEC® : 82 mm x 80.4 mm
Carburation	850 E-TEC® Turbo R : E-TEC® direct injection with additional booster injectors 850 E-TEC® : E-TEC® direct injection with additional booster injectors
Fuel tank / Octane	850 E-TEC® Turbo R : Premium unleaded - 91 850 E-TEC® : Premium unleaded - 91
Fuel tank	850 E-TEC® Turbo R : 36 L / 9.5 US gal 850 E-TEC® : 36 L / 9.5 US gal
Oil tank capacity (2-stroke)	850 E-TEC® Turbo R : 3.4 L / 3.6 qt 850 E-TEC® : 3.4 L / 3.6 qt
Dry Weight	850 E-TEC® Turbo R : 500 lb (146 in.) 850 E-TEC® : 475 lb (146 in.) 482 (154 in.)

Power Train
Drive clutch / Driven clutch	850 E-TEC® Turbo R : pDrive™ with clickers / QRS Vent Plus 850 E-TEC® : pDrive™ with clickers / QRS Vent Plus
Drive Sprocket Pitch	850 E-TEC® Turbo R : 73 mm / 2.86 in. 850 E-TEC® : 73 mm / 2.86 in.

Dimensions
Vehicle Overall Length	3,174 mm / 125 in. (146 in.) 3,284 mm / 129.3 in. (154 in.)
Vehicle Overall Width	1,160 mm / 45.7 in. (adjustable, 39 in.) 1,211 mm / 47.8 in. (adjustable, 43 in.)
Vehicle Overall Height	1,283 mm / 50.5 in.
Ski Stance	1,000 mm / 39 in. (adjustable) 1,090 mm / 43 in.(adjustable)
Track Length x Width x Profile	PowderMax†: 146 x 16 x 2.0 154 x 16 x 2.0 154 x 16 x 2.5 Storm 150: 146 x 15 x 1.5 Ice Storm 150 : 146 x 15 x 1.6

Suspensions
Suspension option	Standard
Front suspension	RAS™ X (39 in.) RAS™ RX (43 in.)
Front shock	KYB† PRO 36 EA-3
Front suspension travel	220 mm / 8.7 in. (39 in.) 279 mm / 11.0 in. (43 in.)
Rear suspension	cMotion™ X
Center shock	KYB† PRO 40 EA-3
Rear shock	KYB† PRO 40 EA-3
Rear suspension travel	264 mm / 10.4 in.

Feature
Frame	REV® Gen5
Skis	Pilot™ DS 2 (39 in.) Pilot™ RX (43 in.)
Seating	Trail narrow
Handlebar	Standard with J-hooks / Transparent handguards
Riser block height	120 mm / 4.7 in.
Starter	850 E-TEC : Electric, SHOT (opt. on some configurations) 850 E-TEC Turbo R : SHOT
Reverse	RER™
Brake system	Brembo with adjustable lever
Heated throttle lever grips	Standard
Gauge	7.2 in. digital display 10.25 in. touchscreen display
Windshield	Ultra-low
Runner / Carbide	3/8 square – 4
Bumpers (Front / Rear)	Standard/Standard

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2026

Backcountry X

Starting at $15,949

Transportation and preparation not included.

Crossover
On & Off Trail

A 50-50 sled with the most advanced technology, plus off-trail capability and rough-trail performance.
REV Gen5 platform
High-performance KYB shock package
cMotion™ X rear suspension
10.25" Touchscreen Display with BRP Connect, featuring Built-In GPS with Group Ride

Backcountry X

A sled that delivers for the most demanding crossover riders with advanced technology and an incredible combination of off-trail capability and on-trail performance. Built on the industry's most refined platform: REV Gen5.

Starting at $15,949

Transportation and preparation not included.

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Engine

Rotax® 850 E-TEC®
Rear suspension

cMotion™ X
Front suspension

RAS™ X
Track

Cobra, Ice Cobra, PowderMax†
Special features

Pilot™ DS 2 Skis, E-TEC® SHOT™ starter, Premium high-performance LED, Ice scratchers

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Engine
Engine	850 E-TEC
Engine details	Liquid-cooled, two-stroke, eRAVE™
Engine Horsepower	165
Cylinders & Displacement	2 - 849 cc
Bore & stroke	82 mm x 80.4 mm
Carburation	E-TEC® direct injection with additional booster injectors
Fuel tank / Octane	Premium unleaded - 91
Fuel tank	36 L / 9.5 US gal
Oil tank capacity (2-stroke)	3.4 L / 3.6 qt
Dry Weight	464 lb

Power Train
Drive clutch / Driven clutch	pDrive™ with clickers / QRS Vent Plus
Drive Sprocket Pitch	73 mm / 2.86 in.

Dimensions
Vehicle Overall Length	3,174 mm / 125 in.
Vehicle Overall Width	1,160 mm / 45.7 in. (adjustable, 39 in.) 1,211 mm / 47.8 in. (adjustable, 43 in.)
Vehicle Overall Height	1,283 mm / 50.5 in.
Ski Stance	1,000 mm / 39 in. (adjustable) 1,090 mm / 43 in.(adjustable)
Track Length x Width x Profile	PowderMax†: 146 x 16 x 2.0 Storm 150: 146 x 15 x 1.5 Ice Storm 150: 146 x 15 x 1.6

Suspensions
Suspension option	Standard
Front suspension	RAS™ X (39 in.) RAS™ RX (43 in.)
Front shock	KYB† 36 Plus
Front suspension travel	220 mm / 8.7 in. (39 in.) 264 mm / 10.4 in. (43 in.)
Rear suspension	cMotion™ X
Center shock	KYB† 36 Plus
Rear shock	KYB† PRO 36 EA-3
Rear suspension travel	264 mm / 10.4 in.

Feature
Frame	REV® Gen5
Skis	Pilot™ DS 2 (39 in.) Pilot™ RX (43 in.)
Seating	Trail narrow
Handlebar	Standard with J-hooks / Transparent handguards
Riser block height	120 mm / 4.7 in.
Starter	Electric SHOT (opt. on some configurations)
Reverse	RER™
Brake system	Brembo
Heated throttle lever grips	Standard
Gauge	7.2 in. digital display 10.25 in. touchscreen display
Windshield	Low
Runner / Carbide	3/8 square – 4
Bumpers (Front / Rear)	Standard/Standard

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2026

Backcountry Adrenaline

Starting at $13,799

Transportation and preparation not included.

Crossover
On & Off Trail

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

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.

Starting at $13,799

Transportation and preparation not included.

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Engine

Rotax® 850 E-TEC, Rotax® 600R E-TEC
Rear suspension

cMotion™ X
Front suspension

RAS™ X
Track

Cobra, Ice Cobra, PowderMax†
Special features

Pilot™ DS 2 Skis, Ice scratchers

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Engine
Engine	600R E-TEC 850 E-TEC

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

Suspensions
Suspension option	Standard
Rear suspension	cMotion™ X

Feature
Starter	Electric Starter
Gauge	4.5 in. digital display

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2026

Backcountry Sport

Starting at $10,349

Transportation and preparation not included.

Crossover
On & Off Trail

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

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.

Starting at $10,349

Transportation and preparation not included.

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Engine

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

NEW cMotion™ X
Front suspension

RAS™ X
Track

Cobra, PowderMax†
Special features

Pilot™ DS 2 Skis

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Engine
Engine	600 EFI - 85

Dimensions
Ski Stance	1,000 mm / 39 in. (adjustable) 1,090 mm / 43 in. (adjustable)
Track Length x Width x Profile	PowderMax†: 146 x 16 x 2.0 Storm 150: 146 x 15 x 1.5 RipSaw† II 2-ply: 137 x 15 x 1.25

Suspensions
Suspension option	Standard
Rear suspension	cMotion™ X

Feature
Starter	Electric Starter
Gauge	4.5 in. digital display

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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 and your friends

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

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

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