Quadbike On Test: Polaris Sportsman 570 ATV

Polaris is looking to develop its market share with the new Sportsman 570. Viewed by many as an essential workhorse for most livestock farms, does the Sportsman have what it takes to become an integral part of a stock-farming business? James Huyton puts one to the test.

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Quadbike On Test: Polaris Sportsman 570 ATV

Farmers Guardian put the Polaris through its paces on an extensive farm located in south west Lancashire, running 1,050 breeding ewes, mainly consisting of Aberfield Mules and New Zealand Suffolk Mules,...

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