SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V
With the hindsight of more than 25 years of experience, our engineers have added the touch of good Italian design and good taste on the most advanced technology available.
With the Superclass 1.2L VVT 12V our team has “raised the bar” much higher.
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- Features
- Engine
- Tech
- Design
- Specifications
- Configurations:
- ALL-UTILITY
- XC-GROOMER
- PEOPLE MOVER
- RESCUE-TEAM
NEW SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V
The new SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V is the latest pride of the Alpina R&D team, which has hit the target many times already with the Sherpa series. The design has been widely changed and improved keeping in mind some basic concepts; the new SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V must meet the requirements of those seeking:
- a multi-utility / multi-task machine;
- strength, performances and quality superior to any other existing utility snowmobile or ATV;
- ease of operation and handling make the SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V an ideal sled for off-track and boondocking;
- a high level of comfort for touring;
- a reasonable price and low operating costs.
With the hindsight of more than 25 years of experience, our engineers have added the touch of good Italian design and good taste on the most advanced technology available. With the SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V our team has ‘raised the bar’ much higher.
SUPERCLASS, A MILESTONE IN THE HISTORY OF SNOWMOBILES
In 1996 Alpina Snowmobiles named its new twin-tracked utility snowmobile, the “Superclass”. The Alpina “Superclass” was to remain a milestone in market surveys for over 20 years. Notwithstanding its unusually large size (two tracks 500mm + 500mm width), the outstanding features of this dual-track snowmobile were: a lightweight frame, an incredible ability to ride over deep snow, and an exceptional towing capacity. In addition to these features, the Superclass was reasonably priced and has always remained a pure utility snowmobile, with a pleasing look designed with a flare and style in the classical Italian manner.
For many years the Superclass has been the foundation/base on which Alpina has developed an impressive number of innovations never seen before on the international snowmobile market. 1997 – The Superclass introduced a comfortable motorbike-style riding position, in later years dubbed a “rider-forward position” 1999 – The Superclass Mark-2 introduced a 3-speed forward transmission, with High,Low, X-traLow, Neutral and Reverse gears as standard. The Superclass carried up to 5 persons. The Superclass was one of the first two-stroke engines with electronic fuel injection. The Superclass was made available with an incredible number of options, like ROPS, hand-guards, different sizes of windshield and other accessories dedicated to professional users. Through the years, the Superclass has remained an up-to-date machine, and has been “surpassed” only by the bigger sisters’ Sherpa series, designed for the most rugged, tough and demanding tasks.
Features
FIRST IMPRESSION MATTERS
The Superclass design is based on the Alpina winning solution with two tracks and two skis. Twin tracks offer a doubled contact surface and grip. Two skis allow precise steering with a reduced radius in every situation. The combination of these two factors is the key to high stability, on any type of snow.
The racy lines and the stunning design are the fruit of the best Italian tradition and passion that manifests itself in cars, motorbikes and everything pleasing to the eye. The longer, contoured, two-level seat offers the driver and passenger a natural position for long trips. Driving comfort is assured by the seating position and the adjustable heated grips and the heated seat. Protection from wind and cold is provided by a large windshield and by the body side wings and you will enjoy the heating vents that will keep you warm with a hot air stream. The engine and transmission quietness, smoothness, and absence of vibrations will pleasantly surprise you.
The exhaust is exceptionally clean and directed rearward between the tracks, to the rear of the unit. You will appreciate the progressive steering that is precise and effective in every snow condition, while the exclusive nitrogen gas filled front and rear suspensions provide comfort that will make you forget you are sitting on a utility vehicle.
After a quick look over the complete and comprehensive digital instrument panel and your hand over the transmission shift lever, you are ready to start your working day. All the controls are at your fingertips, the handlebar switches are derived from the Sherpa series.
The LED daylight lamp located on the “nose” of the Superclass 1.2L VVT 12-valve is always on and a dual halogen head-light can light up your working area in the darkness. But don’t get deceived by so much refinement and comfort; it conceals a strong and pure work-horse underneath.
Engine
HEART AND MUSCLES
There’s nothing to compare with the Superclass 1.2L VVT 12-valve. Open the hood, it lifts by itself thanks to the gas spring strut, and you will discover a 100% brand new technology.
The 1.2 Litre, 3-cylinder 4-stroke engine, with an incredible flat-curve torque from the low-end to the high-end, is the ideal power-train for the Superclass. This is achieved thanks to the 12-valves with Variable Valve Timing working in conjunction with the state-of-the-art engine management computer. Smooth running with an incredible fuel economy, the engine is complete with catalytic converter and dual oxygen sensors in conformity with the EURO 6 and EPA emissions standards (NER: zero).
With a huge radiator and fitted with a powerful two-speed electric fan, the cooling system can handle any condition. The twist-grip control communicates (fly by wire) to the intelligent throttle the requested power, while the automatic transmission self-adapts to the load condition, no matter if you are pulling a huge load or if you just want to dart out into the powder. The new generation transmission, with Hi-Lo ranges, plus Neutral and Reverse, has a smooth and precise shifting. Designed for maximum strength, with an all gear power train (chain-less), it is the only snowmobile transmission with pressure lubrication via a mechanical pump.
Thanks to the low-inertia of the power train, the Superclass 1.2L VVT 12-valve boasts a greater acceleration. The oversized brake disc rotor is controlled by powerful hydraulic and mechanical calipers, derived from the Sherpa series; even on the steepest slopes full control is assured. The well balanced output drive-shafts spin noiselessly and without vibrations. In addition to the high comfort offered by the special nitrogen gas cartridge mono-shock absorbers, the new exclusive Alpina Track Suspension 3, introduces a new feature unknown on any other existing snowmobile; that is the track’s variable angle of attack. Thanks to this innovation, the suspension self-adapts to any type of snow and surface, always offering the optimum traction and control. And all this abundance of technology is built onto the new revolutionary steel frame designed for the Superclass 1.2L VVT 12-valve, featuring a reduced weight and an incredible torsional strength.
Tech
THE RIGHT TOOL FOR YOUR JOB
You may or may not be satisfied with your previous experience on other snowmobiles. In any case, if you are switching to a new Superclass you are going to discover a whole new world, and an easier way to work. Like a Swiss Army Knife, the Superclass has everything to satisfy your work needs. The “nose” is equipped with brackets for the installation of a winch and a brush-guard. The frame is already equipped with wires from the engine compartment to the tail, ready for extra work-lights and groomers.
As an option, the Superclass can be equipped with the Alpina ADCN system that, from a keyboard on the hand-bar, the driver can control a groomer with up to 3 actuators, and 4 more outputs to control separately work-lights, flasher beacon, siren, etc. All through 3-only wires! The large rear cargo area has removable rails, and can be easily transformed into a flatbed cargo platform to accommodate every type of load. The rearend is equipped with: standard pintle hitch, 2” receiver. As an option, it can also be fitted with a removable ball hitch and up to 2 electric power rear sockets for groomers and for other electric powered devices, as well as R.O.P.S. and a kit with 2 extra seats.
There are really no limits to the number of possible tasks for the new Superclass.
BEYOND YOUR EXPECTATION
BEYOND YOUR EXPECTATIONYou can’t compare the Superclass with the other utility snowmobiles, it’s in a class by itself. It’s not just “a larger snowmobile”, it’s a real workhorse which can do from 2 to 3 times the job made by other snowmobiles. Only the Superclass can:
- transport up to 4 persons aboard (with additional 2-seats kit)
- transport up to 13 persons at one time (with Transalp Bus trailer)
- tow a heavy cargo widely exceeding the registered weight of 940 kg / 2072 Lbs.
- carry a rescue stretcher aboard without need of a trailer
- prepare XC ski trails with a quality close to an expensive snow-groomer
- drive on deep fresh snow where others will get stuck
Design
New SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V
designed by wind!
First look at the new ‘aggressive-looking’ style of the latest SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V, fruit of the best Italian design, tradition and passion. Design sketches released by Filippo Marcolin who leads the “CENTRO STILE ALPINA”.
Specifications
SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V
specification chart
Here is what you definitely will find on the new Alpina SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V:
- 3-cyl. 4-stroke 12-valve engine with variable valve timing (VVT);
- Exhaust catalyst with 2 oxygen probes – EURO 6 automotive conformity / EPA (NER: zero);
- Engine diagnostic with standard OBD tool;
- New heavy duty no-chain transmission with pressure lubrication;
- Dual 500mm + 500mm x 3968mm tracks;
- Backward rear exhaust muffler;
- Exclusive mono-shock track suspension with self-adjusting angle of attack;
- New x-tra long travel front suspensions with double wishbone and nitrogen shock’s;
- Wiring harness ready for ADCN digital control system (for groomers and extra devices);
- Oversize 50Ah automotive battery for cold wether;
- 960 Watt alternator;
- Engine hood with hydraulic/gas spring lifter.
Full Specifications
| Engine emissions conformity | Automotive EURO 6 / EPA (NER: zero) |
| Engine type | 3-Cylinder in-line DOHC / VVT |
| Cycle | 4-stroke |
| Displacement | 1199 cc. |
| Number of valves | 12 |
| Cylinders block | aluminum |
| Cylinder head | aluminum |
| Fuel delivery system | Electronic Multipoint Injection System with Electronic Throttle Control (DbW) |
| Ignition system | electronic |
| Cooling system | liquid with front radiator and electric-fan (two-speed) |
| Engine pre-heater (electric) | on request |
| Recommended fuel type | unleaded gasoline (RON/MON 95/85) |
| Lubrication | forced |
| Electric starter | standard |
| Exhaust system | 3-way exhaust converter catalyst with dual lambda-probe and remote muffler |
| Max. power at 5750 rpm | 82 hp |
| Max. torque @ 2750 rpm | 85 lb-ft / 115 nm |
| Drive pulley | 5-mass centrifugal clutch |
| Driven pulley | torque–sensing with rollers and variable-angle helix |
| Gear transmission | AP+2 with Direct Drive System (chainless) |
| Forward-gears | 2 (Low range / High range) |
| Reverse / Neutral gear | standard / standard |
| Tracks | hi-traction profile |
| Number of tracks | 2-Twin |
| Track carrying structure | polyester fabric and cord / rubber |
| Track-length (in./mm.) | 156 / 3968 |
| Track-width (in./mm.) | 20+20 / 500+500 Twin |
| Lug-height (in./mm.) | 1.25 / 32 |
| Tracks suspensions type / Rear travel (in./mm.) | self-leveling ATSS-3 / 7.65 / 195 |
| Steering | composite plastic-skis with extra-wide HD-PE skin |
| Wear bars | carbide |
| Front suspensions type / travel (in./mm.) | dual A-arm independent suspension with spring shock-absorber / 9.45 / 240 |
| Handlebar | adjustable steel handlebar |
| Brake system (in./mm.) | disc brake dia. 10.5 / 266 |
| Service brake | hydraulic caliper self adjusting |
| Parking / Emergency brake | mechanical caliper self adjusting |
| Electric system | 12 V. with hi-output alternator (960 Watts) |
| Battery | 50 Amp./h with enhanced start-power |
| Headlight / Parking-light | dual-headlight with 2 halogen bulbs 55 W. (H11) / LED parking-light |
| Tail-light / Stop-light | mini LED 0.19/1.38 W |
| Engine temperature gauge | standard |
| Electronic engine hourmeter | standard |
| Electronic tachometer | standard |
| Electronic speedometer with total and trip odometer | standard |
| Fuel-level gauge | standard |
| Check panel | standard |
| Electric controls on the handlebar | standard |
| Electric grips heater | standard |
| Saddle with electric heater | standard |
| Backrest | on request |
| Big-size windshield | standard |
| Pintle-hitch | standard |
| 2”x2” receiver-bar | standard |
| Frame | steel frame MIG welded w/anticorrosion Epox-Acrilic coating and polyester paint |
| Est. overall length (in./mm.) | 124.5 / 3155 |
| Est. max. width (in./mm.) | 54.5 / 1385 |
| Load platform capacity (in./mm.) | 46.5×15/ 1188×380 |
| Est. dry-weight (lbs./kg.) | 1210 / 550 |
| Fuel tank capacity (US-Gallons/Liters) | 12 / 45 |
Full Specifications
ALL-ROUND QUALITY
Quality is everywhere in the Superclass, even in the smallest hidden spots you wouldn’t expect. Watch it, the design comes from a country where beautiful cars and “beauty” in general are a tradition. Open the hood and it will self-lift thanks to a gas spring. Start it, with the quick and easy RFID programmable key system. Drive it, and the diurnal LED lights will increase your visibility in the snow. Plug and play, with the pre-set wiring for 12V accessories and the CAN-Bus digital system for multiple electric devices like track-setters and similar. Smell it, as it is the world’s cleanest snowmobile, awarded with a NER index of 0 (the cleanest) during EPA emission tests. And feel the passion our team has spent in every big and small detail.
Configurations:
FOUR AVAILABLE CONFIGURATIONS
| ALL-UTILITY | ready for your everyday tasks at an affordable price |
| XC-GROOMER | ready to tow an Alpina F-250 trail groomer or any other groomer / track-setter with electric functions |
| PEOPLE MOVER | that’s the typical machine set-up for the transportation of passengers |
| RESCUE-TEAM | for rescue operations in the ski area |
ALL-UTILITY
ALL-UTILITY configuration
The SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V ALL-UTILITY is ready for your everyday tasks at an affordable price. Hauling logs or an ice-fishing cabin, patrolling the forest or grooming a snowmobile trail, this workhorse has everything it needs.
The rails on the wide cargo-platform can be removed to host any large cargo box or special attachment.
The rear pintle-hitch design is similar to large trucks coupling systems and easily connects any type of implement.
Standard 50 mm receiver tube makes it suitable to customization with a variety of attachments.
Comfortable double seat with backrest for passenger and safety roll-over guard complete the outfit.
XC-GROOMER
XC-GROOMER configuration
Whether you decide to tow an Alpina F-250 / D-250 trail groomer or any other groomer / track-setter with electric functions, the SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V XC-GROOMER comes already wired with a multi-function keyboard and a rear electric socket with digital output (CAN bus) to connect your grooming implement.
The roll-over guard is fit with two powerful LED work-lights and an amber flashing beacon to make safer and easier your night operation.
Rear pintle-hitch allows the easy connection of any type of implement.
PEOPLE MOVER
PEOPLE MOVER configuration
SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V PEOPLE MOVER offers the classic set-up for the transportation of passengers.
The double seat with backrest comes together with an extra 2-seats kit with safety belts, which extends the passengers capacity to 4, incl. driver.
Safety is enhanced by the roll-over guard, fit with two powerful LED work-lights and an amber flashing beacon.
Ball-hitch for pulling an Alpina TRANSALP sled with 6 or 9 passengers, for a total of up to 13 persons incl. driver. A clean and efficient way to move people on the snow.
RESCUE-TEAM
RESCUE-TEAM configuration
Rescue operations in the ski area will be safer, picking-up injured skiers without the need of a trailer or a towboggan, specially in steep slopes.
The SUPERCLASS 1.2L VVT 12V RESCUE-TEAM can carry two rescuers on the double seat with backrest and it’s equipped with the removable SRK kit, where the rescue team will lay the stretcher or the vacuum mattress with the injured skier.
Studded tracks and emergency ripper brake with dual-motor enhance the safety level in steep slopes and icy conditions.
Roll-over protection with LED work-lights, amber beacon and electronic siren, together with two large emergency flags, increase visibility in the slopes when operating among skiers.