That ditch you couldn't cross, the washout that stopped you, the log you hung up on: three inches of extra height on a Can-Am Defender HD10 takes care of a lot of them. This 3" lift kit uses billet aluminum shock spacers to raise the machine true to size, opens room for up to 27" tires and keeps a good steering radius and suspension travel.
Highlights
- 3" of lift, measured true to size
- Room for up to 27" tires
- High-strength billet aluminum shock spacers
- Keeps ride feel, steering radius and suspension travel
- Vehicle-specific, bolt-in fit
- Lifetime warranty
Ride Higher, Ride More
Extra ground clearance keeps the frame and skid plates off rocks, stumps and ruts, and bigger tires add even more. It's the simplest way to make a Defender more capable off the beaten path.
Spacer Lift Done Right
Billet aluminum spacers are machined to hold up to daily riding, and because they lift at the shock mounts the factory geometry stays close to stock. The lifetime warranty lets you ride hard with confidence.
Pick Your Machine
Use the Model, Year and Sub Model pickers to match your Defender. The 6x6 kit includes extra middle spacers, so price varies by model.
Before You Lift
Plan your tire size first: the kit clears up to 27" tires. Check CV boot condition and ball joints before installing, since lifted machines put more angle on both.
What's in the Box
- (2) front billet aluminum shock spacers
- (2) rear billet aluminum shock spacers
- (2) middle billet aluminum shock spacers (Defender 6x6 only)
- Hardware and instructions
Who It's For and What Pairs Well
For Defender and Defender MAX HD10 owners who want more clearance and bigger tires without a big suspension project. Add axles from Can-Am Defender axles, skid plates from Defender skid plates and A-arms from Defender A-arms.
Fitment
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2016+ | Can-Am | Defender HD 10 |
| 2016+ | Can-Am | Defender HD 10 DPS |
| 2016+ | Can-Am | Defender HD 10 XT |
| 2016+ | Can-Am | Defender HD 10 XT Cab |
| 2018+ | Can-Am | Defender HD 10 XTP |
| 2018+ | Can-Am | Defender HD 10 Mossy Oak |
| 2018-2022 | Can-Am | Defender HD 10 XMR |
| 2020+ | Can-Am | Defender HD 10 6x6 |
| 2020-2022 | Can-Am | Defender Limited HD 10 |
| 2017+ | Can-Am | Defender MAX HD 10 DPS |
| 2017+ | Can-Am | Defender MAX HD 10 XT |
| 2017+ | Can-Am | Defender MAX HD 10 XT Cab |
| 2019-2022 | Can-Am | Defender MAX HD 10 XMR |
| 2018-2022 | Can-Am | Defender MAX HD 10 Lone Star Edition |
| 2020-2022 | Can-Am | Defender MAX HD 10 Limited |
Installation Notes
XMR and Limited models fit 2018-2022 / 2020-2022 only (see the table). Bigger tires add strain to axles; heavy-duty axles are a smart upgrade with larger tires. Two instruction sheets are linked below.
- source:
- superatv
- satv_url:
- https://www.superatv.com/can-am-defender-3-lift-kit
- fitment_raw:
- Can-Am Defender HD 10 2016+; Can-Am Defender HD 10 DPS 2016+; Can-Am Defender HD 10 XT 2016+; Can-Am Defender HD 10 XT Cab 2016+; Can-Am Defender HD 10 XTP 2018+; Can-Am Defender HD 10 Mossy Oak 2018+; Can-Am Defender HD 10 XMR 2018-2022; Can-Am Defe
- install_pdf:
- https://madmin.superatv.com/amfile/file/download/file/1215/product/11090/
- desc_status:
- rewritten_2026-10-29