2026 Polaris Patriot 9R Switchback Assault 146 - Escape IFS 1.6 SC ES

Effortless Control & Crossover Performance

• TAME THE CHATTER. EAT UP THE BIG BUMPS.: Ultra-premium Walker Evans Velocity Shocks are designed to be compliant in the chatter and controlled in the big bumps. 1.75" body shocks on Escape front suspension for ultimate off-trail performance or 2" body shocks on Race front suspension for all-day performance and durability on the trails.
• ENGINE OPTIONS FOR EVERY RIDER.: With three engine choices from the Patriot Family. Choose a smooth and efficient 850 Patriot, the turbocharged Patriot Boost, or the lightning-fast response of the Patriot 9R.
• TRACK OPTIONS FOR EVERY TERRAIN.: Choose the 1.352 Cobra for better control in packed snow or groomed trails, the 1.6 Cobra for versatility on or off trail, the 1.5 Ice Storm for icy conditions, or the 2.0 Crossover for better traction in deep snow.
• The Matryx platform Switchback Assault features a rider-first design and decades of suspension development pulling the best attributes from RMK mountain sleds and INDY trail sleds to create the best handling crossover sled on snow, now with two front suspension options.

Industry-Leading Technology

• PLAN YOUR RIDE. TRACK THE FUN.: Plan, track, and share your ride with the 7S Display powered by RIDE COMMAND. The 7" glove-touch display is purpose-built for snowmobiles, with on-board diagnostics, GPS navigation with over 380,000 miles of offline trail data, and sled-to-sled Group Ride technology to see your ride group with or without cell coverage.
• WARM HANDS. BETTER RIDES.: The Polaris-exclusive SmartWarmers build heat quickly and maintain your customized temperature regardless of the temperature outside. Enhance your ride further by setting individual thumb and hand temperatures for an even more customized level of comfort.
• LIGHT THE WAY.: The NightBlade Headlight brings state of the art lighting technology to Polaris riders. Six projector beam optics deliver precision lighting with an engineered pattern to deliver exceptional visibility for night riding. The Patriot Boost and Patriot 9R Switchback Assault features Sinister Amber Accent lighting.
• Polaris sleds lead the way in technology that enhances your ride. Technology built to help you plan rides, track your group, keep your hands warm on the ride, and see your way from dusk til dawn.

On And Off Trail Versatility

• RIDER FIRST DESIGN. EFFORTLESSS CONTROL.: The Switchback on the Matryx platform is a boondocker's dream. The narrow cockpit provides improved rider connection to help you move around the sled in deep snow for balance or on-trail for precision.
• FLOAT. FLY. AND CARVE THE CORNERS.: The IGX 146 Rear Suspension features optimized geometry to better control pitch. Tipped rail design allows for easier cornering and acceleration while the 146" length offers improved flotation.
• THE PERFECT SUSPENSION FOR YOUR RIDING STYLE.: Choose your Switchback Assault experience with two front suspension options. The Escape Front Suspension features a narrower front suspension and several RMK parts to give you the ultimate off-trail experience. The original, Race Front Suspension is a wider stance and delivers the ultimate trail comfort and handling with off-trail capability.
• When the ride goes from the groomed trail to the singletrack, then the frozen swamp to the meadow, the versatility of a Switchback sled can't be beat. For 2026 includes the option of Escape Front Suspension - a narrower 39-41" ski-stance for even better off-trail agility.