I don't see any post about this, so here it is! right from DT site. if I find any pictures, I will update this!
Why E-tec?
- Simple System
- Minimal weight increase (415lbs)
- DQR (Durability, Quality, and Reliability)
- Same engine base as carb & SDI
- Battery less
- Same peak power as 600SDI (118hp)
- Technology is owned by BRP Inc.
- The reputation of our E-TEC outboard engines is very strong
Allocations are 1 per dealer.
I will be calling each of you today to confirm if you want one.
Here's some more info on the new model:
Model Name: 2009 MXZ TNT 600 E-tec (non-electric start)
Model #: MJ9A
MSRP: $9549
Ship Date: scheduled to arrive last week of January.
Fuel Economy: At 21 mpg US/25 mpg CDN, the 600 H.O. E-TEC uses 15% less fuel than the company’s current 600 H.O. semi-direct injection (SDI) engine, 78% less fuel than the Polaris‡ 600 CFI and 92% less than the Arctic Cat‡ 600 EFI.*
Oil Economy: Most owners will have to add oil just once per season, due to the added precision of the system’s electronic oil pump and sophisticated computer mapping. The 600 H.O. E-TEC uses half the oil of the SDI and Polaris 600 CFI, and just a third the oil (66% less) of the Arctic Cat 600 EFI. (There will be a new Di oil for this sled – each dealer will be auto-shipped 1 case soon)
Emissions / smoke and smell: The 600 H.O. E-TEC is the cleanest two-stroke snowmobile engine by a wide margin, meaning there’s virtually no smoke or smell.
Lightweight: Because of its two-stroke configuration, the 600 H.O. E-TEC is naturally lightweight, helping to improve handling and reduce rider fatigue. The MX Z TNT with 600 H.O. E-TEC weighs just 415 pounds (188 kg)….still at least 50lbs lighter than the competition!
Hassle-free ownership experience: Engines with E-TEC start on the first pull every time; run with a super smooth idle and instant response; the platinum-tipped spark plugs are warranted for three years; and features an automatic summerization function (automatic cylinder fogging…2min, and its done…all at the click of a button!)