Respect the machine

At Mustang Powder we operate with Pisten Bully (PB) snowcats. We currently operate PB 400’s for our main 12-person groups, steep chutes and private program. In the event of a cat breakdown we have multiple backup snowcats to keep guests skiing while repairs are made. In the unlikely event there happens to be a breakdown when we are running the Private Cat programs we would combine the two groups of 6 into a bigger group of 12. In this situation guests would be reimbursed for the difference between the 6 & 12 person rates for that day of skiing.

Our passenger cabs are forward facing , heated and very comfortable with many windows for great 360 degree visibility.  Cabs were designed and refined in house and built by a local BC fabricator.  The passenger cab configuration allows us to climb the steepest roads and navigate very tight corners safely. The side load on the passenger cab has dual doors for faster transitions from machine to skiing.  

The the PB400s are powered by a Cummins 8.9L 400HP,1850 ft/lb Turbo Diesels. This is more than adequate power to get groups quickly to the tops of the runs. They aren’t racing machines, but they can sure climb.

We have a heated workshop for maintaining the machinery. Our mechanics spend evenings checking over the snowcats and doing any repairs and services that may be needed. In the off-season we do a comprehensive summer-service to all the snowcats. This proactive maintenance work minimises breakdowns during the winter. We have yet to miss a day due to a machine being down. If you are the sort of person who is interested in machinery, during your ski holiday don’t hesitate to ask for a tour of the workshop.

To find out more details on these snowcats, you can go to the PistenBully website.