- Argo Sasquatch XTX uses a 1.8-liter Hyundai turbo-diesel engine.
- Huge 71-inch tires let this pickup cross snow, ice, and open water.
- Built for commercial work, the Canadian truck also excels at rescues.
For over six decades, Argo has been quietly building some of the most capable vehicles to emerge from Canadian soil. Now, the company is setting its sights even higher. Drawing on a long history of go-anywhere vehicles, the Ontario-based manufacturer has unveiled a new flagship model that’s already attracting interest far beyond its home market.
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The new model, called the Sasquatch XTX, echoes the blocky profile of Russia’s Sherp, an amphibious, four-wheeled crawler purpose-built for punishing conditions.
Pricing isn’t officially listed on Argo’s website, but third-party sources peg the Sasquatch XTX at around $190,000 before delivery and dealer fees, which can top $3,500. Well-equipped examples climb beyond $250,000.
Built for the Brutal
At its core, the Sasquatch is designed around a high-strength crew cab with several access points, including a front-mounted door with a fold-out ladder and more conventional side doors. This setup allows easy entry even in uneven or elevated terrain.
Once inside, you’ll find a pair of front seats and two rear fold-down seats. While the cabin is quite basic, it includes an audio system with Bluetooth, air conditioning and heating, and a roof hatch. Like the Sherp, the Sasquatch XTX can float and power itself through water thanks to the massive 71-inch tires.
What sets the Argo apart from its Russian counterpart is the design. Rather than following the same compact layout, the Sasquatch XTX adopts a pickup-style form, incorporating a sizable rear storage area.
One standout feature is the Argo Terrain Control system, a clever interface that lets the driver select from pre-programmed terrain modes.
Press one of the buttons, like Water, Mud, Snow, or Trail, and the vehicle will automatically inflate or deflate the tires to the perfect pressure for greater traction. The Sasquatch also boasts a neat trick: it can spin in place, turning 180 degrees without moving forward or back.
Power comes courtesy of a Hyundai-sourced 1.8-liter turbo-diesel engine. There’s no word on how much power this engine has, but we know it’s enough to allow the XTX to drive at up to 25 mph (40 km/h) on land and 4 mph (6 km/h) in the water. Mated to the engine is an automatic transmission.
The Ultimate Rescue Machine?
Not only is the Sasquatch XTX perfect for off-roading enthusiasts with money to burn, but it also serves as an excellent rescue vehicle. It’s already delivered one to Ontario-based GlobalMedic, a charity that provides disaster relief and rescue services.
“We know with climate change, we get these significant weather events,” GlobalMedic founder Rahul Singh told CTV News. “So, if people are trapped by snow and we’ve got to get in and rescue them. Sure, we can come in by snowmobile. We can pull drivers off the highway. But if grandma slips and breaks her hip, we can’t pull her out on a snowmobile. But this unit, we can do it.”
According to Argo’s Director of Commercial Sales, Michael Kelly, the Canadian firm has received interest in the Sasquatch XTX from Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries worldwide.
