Can-Am Defender XMR Forward Control Arms APEXX Heavy Duty

Can-Am Defender XMR Forward Control Arms – Heavy Duty APEXX Upgrade

Upgrade your UTV with premium Can-Am Defender XMR forward control arms designed for extreme durability, increased clearance, and superior off-road performance. Built for mud riders, utility users, and lifted builds, these heavy-duty control arms provide the strength and geometry needed to handle oversized tires and aggressive terrain without compromising reliability.

Whether you’re running portals, lift kits, or large tires, these Can-Am Defender XMR forward control arms deliver a professional-grade suspension upgrade that outperforms factory components in both strength and longevity.

Key Features

• 2” Forward Offset: Maximizes tire clearance and allows fitment of larger tires without excessive lift.
• Extreme-Duty DOM Steel Construction: Built from 1.5” x .120” wall tubing for superior strength in harsh riding conditions.
• Camber Adjustability: Over 3° adjustment in each direction with heat-treated threaded collars for precise alignment.
• Increased Ground Clearance: Up to 2” more clearance than OEM arms to avoid trail obstacles and deep ruts.
• Reinforced Ball Joint Brackets: 130% increased mounting area to prevent deformation under heavy loads.
• Optimized Suspension Geometry: Improved sway bar linkage angles reduce stress and component wear.
• OEM-Compatible Design: Retains factory brake line mounting tabs for clean installation.
• Ladder Bar Compatible: Works with 1.5” ID clamps for enhanced rear support setups.
• Optional Preinstalled Ball Joints: Professionally pressed for correct alignment and easy installation.

Technical Specifications

• Material: 1.5” DOM Steel Tubing (.120” wall thickness)
• Finish: Powder Coated
• Forward Offset: 2 inches
• Camber Adjustment: ±3 degrees
• Thread Size: 1” adjustable collars
• Ground Clearance Gain: Up to 2 inches
• Tire Fitment: Up to 35” (with lift and forward arms)
• Compatibility: Keller ball joints and OEM components

Compatibility

These Can-Am Defender XMR forward control arms fit a wide range of Can-Am Defender models from 2020 to 2026, including HD10, HD9, HD8, MAX, PRO, Limited, Lone Star, DPS, CAB, and 6×6 variants.

Why Choose These Can-Am Defender XMR Forward Control Arms?

Engineered for extreme conditions, these Can-Am Defender XMR forward control arms feature a 50% increase in tubing size and 70% thicker steel compared to factory arms. The advanced double-bend design improves ground clearance while maintaining proper suspension geometry, reducing stress on axles, tie rods, and other critical components.

Perfect for mud builds, lifted setups, and heavy-duty work applications, this kit delivers long-lasting durability, improved performance, and the ability to confidently run larger tires up to 35 inches.

Applications

• Mud riding and XMR builds
• Lifted Defender setups
• Large tire installations (up to 35”)
• Off-road trail riding
• Heavy-duty work and utility use

Warranty

Backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty (excluding wearable components such as bushings, bearings, and heim joints), ensuring long-term reliability and performance.

Cross-reference part/SKU numbers: 79-15132, 79-15129, 79-16029, 79-16390, 79-16389, 79-15134, 79-15131, 79-16065, HDFFA-C1DXMR-B, HDFFA-C1DXMR-B-BJI, HDFFA-C1DXMR-B-APX, HDFFA-C1DXMR-MG, HDFFA-C1DXMR-MG-BJI, HDFFA-C1DXMR-MG-APX, HDFFA-C1DXMR-Y1, HDFFA-C1DXMR-Y1-BJI, HDFFA-C1DXMR-Y1-APX