Draped in ****, this 2027 Polaris Patriot 9R Switchback® Assault® 146 - Race IFS New Snowmobile looks like it was built to make winter feel loud—in the best way. It’s the kind of crossover sled that doesn’t pick sides: it’s happy chewing up trail miles, then immediately turning off into the untouched stuff when the powder line catches your eye. One minute you’re carving clean and planted, the next you’re standing it up and letting it play. That “why choose?” attitude is basically the whole vibe.
Under the hood sits the **Patriot 9R**—a **turbocharged**, **liquid-cooled**, **2-cylinder**, **2-stroke** horizontal in-line that brings **899cc** of modern punch with **fuel injection** and **oil injection**, so it’s ready for long days without the drama. Hit the button with **electric start**, or go old-school with the **pull start** if you feel like earning it. Feed it **regular** fuel, squeeze the **thumb throttle**, and let the **CVT** do what it does best—keeping the power on tap through a **belt-driven** setup. And when the trail tightens up or you’re maneuvering around the truck, you’ll appreciate having **reverse** on board.
The Switchback® Assault® 146 is all about balance—big capability without feeling like you’re wrestling it. The **MATRYX** aluminum frame keeps things strong and purposeful, with a planted stance at **47 inches wide** and a low-slung, rider-focused feel. At **125 inches** long and a **dry weight of 499 lbs**, it’s substantial enough to feel stable when you’re pushing the pace, yet still nimble when you’re picking lines. The driver area is clearly built for real riding too: **skid resistant** boards, **tunnel braces**, a **belt guard**, and a lineup of protection pieces like **hand guards** and a **snow guard** that help keep the elements from turning your ride into a survival story.
Up front, the ride is anchored by **Independent A-Arm** suspension with **9.5 inches** of travel, paired with **WER® Velocity** adjustable gas shocks featuring **remote reservoirs**. Out back, the **IGX** rear suspension delivers **16 inches** of travel with **two rear shocks**, plus a **WER® Velocity** center shock—also adjustable, also remote reservoir—so you can dial it in for your kind of day. Whether you’re aiming for smooth, fast trail control or a more compliant feel when conditions get choppy, the **shock-mounted adjustments** keep the tuning straightforward and rider-friendly.
Steering stays direct and familiar with **manual handlebar** control, backed up by **Pro-Steer™ composite skis** and **carbide skags** that help keep the front end tracking where you point it. When it’s time to scrub speed, the **Matryx Stealth** brake system and **hydraulic disc** rear brake deliver the confidence you want—especially when the trail drops away or the next corner shows up quicker than expected.
Then there’s the part that makes it feel truly modern: **RIDE COMMAND™ GPS** with **mobile app instrumentation**, plus **Bluetooth® Audio** to bring your soundtrack along for the ride. The display package keeps the essentials in check with a **fuel level gauge** and a **temperature warning light**, and the lighting is **LED**—bright, crisp, and paired with a **tinted**, **low-height** windshield for that sleek, ready-to-charge look. Add **adjustable heated grips** (driver) and you’ve got a cockpit that stays comfortable even when the weather tries to negotiate otherwise.
Out back, the **R Cobra** track puts the power to snow with a **146-inch** length, **15-inch** width, and **1.352-inch** lugs—an all-around setup that fits the sled’s personality: confident on trail, eager off it, and always ready for one more run. With an **11.5-gallon** fuel capacity, it’s set up for real days, not just quick laps.
In ****, this Switchback® Assault® 146 doesn’t just look fast sitting still—it looks like it’s already halfway to the next horizon. All that’s missing is a fresh stretch of winter and a rider who can’t resist seeing what’s around the next bend.
