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2026 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000 Compact R-Spec
999cc Parallel-twin (DOHC 8-valve), liquid-cooled
$22,999
View full specsYamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000 Compact R-Spec vs Yamaha Wolverine X4 850
2026 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000 Compact R-Spec vs 2025 Yamaha Wolverine X4 850: 108 vs 70 hp, 999 cc vs 847 cc, 2114 lb dry vs 1666 lb dry, $22,999 vs $17,999. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Yamaha Wolverine X4 850
847cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$17,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power108 hpvs70 hpWolverine RMAX4 1000 Compact R-Spec wins
Lower price$22,999vs$17,999Wolverine X4 850 wins
Weight2114 lb dryvs1666 lb dryWolverine X4 850 wins
Bigger engine999 ccvs847 ccWolverine RMAX4 1000 Compact R-Spec wins
Ground clearance13.4 invs11.4 inWolverine RMAX4 1000 Compact R-Spec wins
Towingn/avs2,000 lbWolverine X4 850 wins
Across measured specs the Wolverine RMAX4 1000 Compact R-Spec leads in 3 categories and the Wolverine X4 850 in 3. Comparing two recreation UTVs, the Wolverine RMAX4 1000 Compact R-Spec uses a 999 cc parallel-twin (dohc 8-valve) with about 108 hp, while the Wolverine X4 850 uses a 847 cc parallel-twin with about 70 hp. The Wolverine RMAX4 1000 Compact R-Spec has the power edge (108 hp vs 70 hp). The Wolverine X4 850 is lighter at 1666 lb (vs 2114 lb). At $17,999 the Wolverine X4 850 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Wolverine RMAX4 1000 Compact R-Spec Yamaha · 2026 View | Wolverine X4 850 Yamaha · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine configuration | Parallel-twin (DOHC 8-valve) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 108 hp | 70 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Ultramatic V-belt CVT (L/H/N/R) with all-wheel engine braking | Ultramatic CVT |
| Drive system | On-Command Turf / 2WD / 4WD / full diff-lock 4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Dry weight | 2114 lb (959 kg) | 1666 lb (756 kg) |
| Overall width | 66 in (167.6 cm) | 59.8 in (151.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 90.2 in (229.1 cm) | 84.7 in (215.1 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13.4 in (34 cm) | 11.4 in (29 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 9.2 gal (34.8 L) | 9.2 gal (34.8 L) |
| Towing capacity | n/a | 2,000 lb (907 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $22,999 | $17,999 |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.