Full Monty Tank Driving
Ref: TZAFE
Duration: 9 hrs
- Drive a range of classic military vehicles including an Abbott gun tank
- Fire muskets and mortars, and go on an SAS patrol
- Best driver of the day crushes a car with a Chieftain tank
- Lunch included - and you get to keep your camo suit!
You've got to hand it the army - they've definitely got the best wheels. For sheer power and huge amounts of fun, you can't beat a day driving around in military vehicles and shooting at stuff. All the fun of being a soldier, with none of the risks. You'll be kitted out in a camouflage suit and helmet and given a full safety briefing. During the course of the day you'll drive a 17 ton Abbott gun tank, a fully amphibious Hagglund tracked carrier, an FV 432 armored personnel carrier and a Rapier rocket carrier. You'll get a ride in a Lance missile carrier and there are other military-themed activities too - learn how to fire a range of classic weapons like mortars and muskets (mind your eyebrows!), go on an SAS woodland patrol and try clay-pigeon shooting. At the end of the day, the best driver will get to crush a car with a 56 ton Chieftain tank! Lunch is included, and you even get to keep your camo suit.
Location: Brackley, Northamptonshire
More Information:
Participant Guidelines: Minimum height is 1.57 meters. You'll need to be reasonably fit to take part. You don't need a driving license.
Weather: The weather shouldn't stop this experience going ahead, but any cancellations are for your own safety. There are covered areas on site to shelter in if it's wet.
Duration: Please check in at 9am. The day continues until around 6pm. You will spend around half an hour driving.
Spectators: A spectator fee (payable on the day) includes lunch and a ride on some of the vehicles. You must let us know spectator numbers in advance. Facilities are basic but spectators will be able to watch most of the action.
Dress Code: A camo suit and helmet will be provided, so there's no need to wear anything special. Bring rubber boots and gloves (spectators too) - everyone usually gets pretty muddy!
Availability: At least one Saturday a month from March to October. Other Info: In the event of mechanical breakdown, a suitable alternative vehicle will be used.