Meet the 2027 Polaris Patriot 9R Switchback® Assault® 146 – Escape IFS, dressed in **** and looking like it was built to turn a long winter into a highlight reel. It’s the kind of machine that makes you volunteer for the “quick run” that somehow becomes an all-day adventure—because when the ride feels this sharp, the best plan is usually “one more mile.”



At its heart is the **Patriot 9R**—a **turbocharged**, **liquid-cooled**, **2-cylinder**, **2-stroke** horizontal in-line powerhouse with **899cc** of fuel-injected urgency. Thumb the throttle and the response is clean and immediate, thanks to **fuel injection** and **oil injection**, and it’s happy on **regular fuel**. When the day starts cold and your gloves feel like hockey pucks, you’ll appreciate having **electric start** (with a pull-start backup) ready to bring everything to life without drama. Power runs through a **CVT** with belt drive and a **P-85 / TEAM LWT** clutch setup, delivering that familiar “always in the right place” feeling as speeds and snow conditions change. And when you need to back out of a tight spot, **reverse** is right there—no awkward shuffling required.



This sled wears its **MATRYX aluminum frame** like a tailored jacket: strong, light, and purpose-built. At **125 inches** long and **47 inches** wide, it threads the needle between trail manners and off-trail attitude. The stance is adjustable from **39 to 41 inches**, letting you dial in how planted it feels when the trail gets choppy or when you’re cutting a line where the snow isn’t pre-packed for you. With a **dry weight of 497 lb** and **11.5 gallons** of fuel capacity, it’s ready for big days without feeling like you’re wrestling a tank.



Up front, the **Escape** front suspension with **independent A-arms** and **9 inches** of travel helps keep the skis calm when the trail turns into a field of surprise bumps. The **WER® Velocity** shocks—adjustable gas units with remote reservoirs—bring the kind of control that lets you ride harder without paying for it later. Out back, the **IGX** rear suspension delivers **16 inches** of travel, using a pair of rear shocks plus a center shock (all **WER® Velocity**, all adjustable, all remote-reservoir) to keep the ride composed when you’re pushing pace or skipping across uneven snow.



Then there’s the business end: a **Cobra Track** measuring **146 x 15** with **1.6-inch lugs**. It’s a sweet spot length for crossover fun—long enough to hook up when you leave the groomed trail behind, but still agile when the route tightens up. **Gripper® composite skis** with **carbide skags** give you confident bite up front, and braking is handled by the **Matryx Stealth** hydraulic disc setup—strong, predictable, and easy to trust when the next corner shows up faster than expected.



Inside the cockpit, it’s all about keeping you comfortable and connected. The **one-piece vinyl seat** keeps you locked in for solo missions, while **heated, adjustable grips** help you stay focused when temperatures drop. You also get **RIDE COMMAND™ GPS**, plus **Bluetooth® audio** and **mobile app instrumentation**, so your ride can be equal parts exploration and soundtrack. The display keeps you informed with a **fuel gauge** and warning lights for temperature, and the **low, tinted LED** lighting helps you see and be seen when daylight is short and the miles are long.



And that’s where **** really shines: it gives this Switchback® Assault® a look that’s equal parts bold and purposeful—something that stands out at the trailhead, but still feels perfectly at home throwing snow roost in the backcountry. If your ideal winter includes carved corners, fresh lines, and the freedom to choose “trail” or “off-trail” whenever the mood hits, this crossover is ready to make it happen.