2026 Ski-Doo Backcountry X 850 E-TEC Black

2026 Ski-Doo Backcountry X 850 E-TEC Black

A sled that delivers for the most demanding crossover riders with advanced technology and an incredible combination of off-trail capability and on-trail performance. Built on the industry's most refined platform: REV Gen5.

Bolder
50/50 crossover with a twist
Available with the full power of the Rotax 850 E-TEC Turbo R engine with water injection system that will leave your competition behind. Advanced technology combines with unbeatable capability and stunning style to create the premier 50/50 snowmobile to dial up any adventure.

On-Trail
Exceptionally Confident
Dynamic trail precision thanks to a 43-inch ski stance providing flat, aggressive cornering and exceptional confidence in varying trail conditions. Plus, all the off-trail flotation of a 146-inch track length.

Off-Trail
Ultimate agility and performance
Exceptionally nimble and instantly responsive with power to match, the Backcountry crossover snowmobile creates an effortless off-trail ride that's almost second nature to anyone at the controls.

Features May Include: 

Platform

• REV Gen5 Platform: Refined capability for on-trail and off-trail with a bold new look. The REV Gen5 redefines previous standards with perfectly balanced handling, planted cornering and superior agility carving through powder.

Rotax Engines

• 850 E-TEC Turbo R | 850 E-TEC | 600R E-TEC | 600 EFI: Backcountry snowmobiles are powered by the most responsive 2-stroke engines in the industry, and features the 180-HP 850 E-TEC Turbo R with Water Injection System - the most powerful 2-stroke engine on snow.

Digital Display

• 10.25" Touchscreen Display with BRP Connect, featuring Built-In GPS with Group Ride: A high-res, full-color display that puts an interactive, informative experience at your fingertips. Now available with built-in GPS with new Group Ride feature to keep track of your progress and other riders – no cell signal needed.

Rear Suspension

• cMotion X Rear Suspension: The most capable crossover suspension on snow. Further refined with 80% new parts and revised geometry for planted trail performance for smooth cornering and improved bump capacity, plus optimized off-trail agility.

43-Inch Ski Stance

• Race-Inspired X-RS Performance: Designed with lessons learned directly on the race track, the RAS RX front end features a 43" ski stance for supreme confidence in tight, aggressive corners and stability in rough trails.

Front Suspension

• RAS X Crossover Front Suspension: An updated version of our RAS X trail front end for capability on- and off-trail. Light steering feel optimized for crossover usage with adjustable stance.

Skis

• Pilot DS 2 Skis: Deep keel design offers consistent predictable control on the trail. Wider profile provides ample flotation when you jump over the snow banks.

Shot

• E-TEC SHOT Starter: Push-button starting with almost no added weight. After an initial pull-start, the engine charges an ultracapacitor. Pushing the handlebar SHOT button for subsequent starts the rest of the day. Eliminates nearly 20 lb. (9 kg). Only possible with E-TEC technology.