Polaris XPEDITION & Ranger 1500 UHD 72" Billet Tie Rod Kit

Take control of the trail with uncompromising precision and strength using the DRT Motorsports UHD 72" Billet Aluminum Tie Rod Kit, built specifically for the Polaris XPEDITION and Ranger 1500 mid/long-travel 72" platforms. These 72" billet tie rods deliver an elite strength-to-weight ratio that outperforms OEM in every category — navigating harsh rocky terrain, loaded with gear, or tackling high-speed desert sections.

Crafted from aerospace-grade 7075-T6 billet aluminum, the UHD system is engineered to maintain maximum clearance throughout the suspension cycle, ensuring bind-free steering at full compression or full droop. Heavy-duty PTFE-lined 5/8" chromoly rod ends provide race-ready precision, while the proprietary inner ball joint keeps your OEM bellows intact, protecting the steering rack against water, sand, and impact debris.

This complete kit replaces the OEM inner tie rod ends while retaining the factory steering rack — a dramatic upgrade in durability without unnecessary modifications. Finished in military-grade black anodize and laser-etched with the DRT Motorsports logo for performance and styling in one package.

Key Features

• Multi-platform fit — 2024+ Polaris XPEDITION (ADV5, XP/5) + 2024+ Ranger XD 1500 (Crew and 2-seat), 72" platforms
• OEM direct replacement — replaces factory inner tie rod ends, retains OEM steering rack
• Billet construction — 7075-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum, CNC-machined
• Mil-spec anodize — black, corrosion/UV/impact resistant
• Laser-etched branding — DRT logo precision-etched
• 3-piece PTFE-lined rod ends — 5/8" chromoly, race-grade
• OEM bellows retained — proprietary inner ball joint design
• Misalignment spacers — 303 stainless steel for full suspension cycle
• Wrench flats — machined for on-vehicle adjustability
• Class 10.9 hardware — included, high-strength mounting
• Bind-free steering — full clearance at compression and droop

Specifications

• Application — XPEDITION + Ranger 1500 72" mid/long-travel platforms
• Material — aerospace-grade 7075-T6 billet aluminum
• Finish — military-grade black anodize
• Rod ends — 5/8" PTFE-lined chromoly steel, left/right adjustable
• Spacers — 303 stainless steel misalignment
• Hardware — Class 10.9 included
• Inner ball joint — proprietary DRT, retains OEM bellows
• Steering rack — retains factory unit (no rack swap)
• Installation — bolt-on, with proper alignment after install
• Status — Patent Pending

Fitment

Polaris

• 2024+ Polaris XPEDITION ADV5 (2-door, 72")
• 2024+ Polaris XPEDITION XP/5 (4-door, 72")
• 2024+ Polaris Ranger XD 1500 (2-seat and Crew, 72")

Frequently Asked Questions

Why 7075-T6 instead of 6061-T6?

7075-T6 has roughly twice the tensile strength of 6061-T6 at similar weight. For UHD applications like long-travel tie rods that see major bending and impact loads, 7075-T6 is the right material. The trade-off is higher cost, which is why DRT reserves it for the UHD platform.

Does it work with the OEM steering rack?

Yes. The kit replaces the OEM inner tie rod ends only; it retains the factory steering rack. No rack swap required, and the proprietary inner ball joint keeps the OEM rack bellows intact for water/sand/debris protection.

Will it bind at full compression?

No. The system is engineered to maintain maximum clearance throughout the suspension cycle, ensuring bind-free steering at full compression or full droop.

Does it fit both XPEDITION and Ranger 1500?

Yes. The 72" platform shares the same tie rod geometry between the 2024+ Polaris XPEDITION and the Ranger XD 1500, so one kit covers both.

Do I need an alignment after installing?

Yes — like any tie rod replacement, a proper toe alignment is recommended after installation to set steering geometry correctly.

What's the difference between this 72" UHD kit and the 64" HD kit?

The 64" HD kit uses 6061-T6 billet for 64" XPEDITION platforms. The 72" UHD kit uses higher-strength 7075-T6 billet for the longer 72" mid/long-travel platforms, where bending loads are higher. Confirm your platform width before ordering.

Why DRT Motorsports

DRT Motorsports designs multi-platform tie rod systems engineered for serious off-road use. From 7075-T6 aerospace-grade billet aluminum and PTFE-lined chromoly rod ends to mil-spec anodize, 303 stainless misalignment spacers, Class 10.9 mounting hardware, and OEM steering rack + bellows retention, every DRT UHD 72" tie rod kit delivers race-grade durability in a clean bolt-on upgrade for the longest XPEDITION and Ranger 1500 platforms.

Upgrade your 72" platform steering. Order the DRT Motorsports Polaris XPEDITION & Ranger 1500 UHD 72" Billet Tie Rod Kit from Dunes 2 Dezert SXS for fast shipping and trusted off-road expertise.