INNOVATIVE People call them UTVs, MUVs or side-by-sides. We just call ours Big Red.™ It’s a name Honda aficionados know well. But this Big Red is all-new, and built from the ground up to be the best Multipurpose Utility Vehicle on the planet.
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Farm jobs, farm work, hunting, fishing or just plain exploring, Big Red is built to do it all. We start with a powerful 675cc single-cylinder engine that’s tuned for plenty of low-end torque. Next, we hook that up to the best MUV transmission in the business: our own Hondamatic. Similar to the automatic transmission in your car, it features a heavy duty-torque converter instead of a belt;
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that means Big Red offers superior durability. The design makes it impervious to water-induced slippage from stream crossings and mud, too. And our front-to-rear crankshaft design (again, like a full-size truck’s) combined with our sealed front and rear driveshafts means no unnecessary, power-robbing right-angle driveline changes—typical smart Honda engineering.
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Two-wheel drive? Four-wheel drive? Four-wheel drive with locked front and rear differentials? You decide—it’s as easy as moving a lever. Big Red’s built to do it all.
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A - Changing drive modes (2WD, 4WD, 4WD with locked differentials) is easy with a single-lever control.
The closer you look at your new Big Red, the more you’re going
B - No MUV has as much elbow room as Big Red.
to like what you see. It’s full of the differences that set this Hon-
C - Four disc brakes offer linear, confident stopping power thanks to supersized pistons in their calipers. D - The 675cc liquid-cooled engine features fuel injection for plenty of power and smooth operation.
da apart from any of the lesser engineered side-by-sides out there. With the build quality and attention to detail that Honda is famous for, nothing can match it for long, trouble-free service.
Versatile Power and dependability are Honda hallmarks, and your new Big Red excels in both those areas. But we’re especially proud of how versatile Big Red is. The tilt dump bed makes unloading a snap, and its modular construction means it’s built to last. A three-point automotive-type restraint system is just one of Big Red’s safety features—we’ve really thought this MUV out, and it shows. The receiver-type trailer hitch just adds to that versatility, and so do all the accessories we offer. The new Big Red. Hey, it’s a Honda—what more do you need to know?
Optional accessories shown.
Optional accessories shown.
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A - Digital Meter Kit Compact design features speedometer, odometer, hour meter and gear indicator. B - Glove Box Lid (Locking) A great way to add a little extra security when you’re away from your Big Red. Installs easily, and comes with a pair of keys. C - Universal Cargo Mount System Utilizes a pair of tough aircraft-grade aluminum rails, and provides additional mounting points for securing cargo. D - Storage Cover Nicely fitted, this cover helps keep your new Honda Big Red clean, especially if it’s stored in a shed or barn. Features the Honda logo, too.
BIG RED Model
MUV700
Engine
675cc liquid-cooled longitudinally mounted OHV single-cylinder four-stroke; semi-dry-sump
Bore and stroke
102.0 x 82.6mm
Fuel system
Programmed electronic fuel injection
Transmission
Fully automatic electronically controlled automotive-type three-speed with reverse
Driveline
Direct front and rear driveshafts: 2WD with open differentials; 4WD with locked rear differential; 4WD with locked front and rear differentials
Front suspension
Independent; double-wishbone with coil-over shocks; 149.86 mm of travel
Rear suspension
Independent; double-wishbone with coil-over shocks; 180.34 mm of travel
Brakes
Hydraulic; four-wheel 200mm discs with balanced automotivetype twin-circuit
Tyres
25 x 10-12 front and rear
Wheelbase
1,922.78 mm
Turning radius
4.20 m
Towing capacity
544.31 kg
Bed capacity
226.796 kg
Bed dimensions
838.2 x 1,346.2 x 254 mm
Ground clearance
261.62 mm
Length
2,913.38 mm
Width
1,625.60 mm
Height
1,953.26 mm
Kerb weight
649.09 kg
Fuel capacity
29.9 litres (including 5.67 litre reserve)
Colours
Red
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E - Backup Alarm Help alert others on the farm or the worksite with this useful audible backup alarm. Engages automatically when you use reverse. F - Bed Mat Thick, weather-resistant rubber mat featuring the Big Red logo helps protect the bed floor as well as sensitive cargo.
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENT
At Honda, we believe in performance and leadership. That’s why we’re taking a leadership position when it comes to the environment, in our products and in all other aspects of our business as well.
Drive Responsibly
Remember, Multipurpose Utility Vehicles can be hazardous to operate. Always wear your seat belt, a helmet, eye protection and clothing appropriate to the driving situation. Keep doors and side nets closed. Never carry a passenger in the cargo bed, stay off public roads, obey cargo limits and guidelines, and never drink and drive. Be sure to follow the owner’s manual directions when carrying cargo or towing a trailer. Avoid excessive speeds, and never drive faster than conditions permit. Big Red is recommended for drivers 16 years of age and older, and tall enough to wear the seat belt properly and reach all the controls. The passenger should also be tall enough for the seat belt to fit properly and brace themselves, if needed, by placing both feet firmly on the floor while firmly grasping the hand hold. Honda recommends that all MUV drivers read their owner’s manual thoroughly. Whenever you drive off-road, make sure you always stay on established trails in approved areas. Keep your off-road area clean, use common sense, and respect the rights of others. We strongly recommend that you use only Honda Genuine Accessories that have been specifically designed and tested for your vehicle and do not remove any original equipment or modify your Honda in any way that would change its design or operation. Operating your MUV with a modified engine, exhaust system, spark arrestor or noise-control system may be illegal. Always obtain written permission before driving on private lands, and obey all the laws and regulations governing your off-road areas.
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Specifications and availability subject to change without notice. Big Red,™ Hondamatic, and Honda Genuine Accessories are trademarks of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. NaturalGear is a registered trademark of NATGEAR, LLC. ©2008 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (08/08) Optional accessories shown.