Extreme Tanks

Venues:
Northampton

Event Details:
Have you ever fancied yourself as a military man/woman? Ever wanted to drive a Tank or to discover the dangers of jungle warfare? Well now's your chance! We have a fun packed day full of driving tanks over rugged steep inclines with sometimes wet and muddy countryside, shooting, learning SAS secrets and to top it off, car crushing!

Below gives you an idea of your fun filled day:

10.00am - Arrival on site. Bacon rolls, tea and coffee served.
10.15am - Kitting out in camouflage overalls, helmets and a Safety briefing.
10.30am - Activity 1 - Transportation in a Hagglund tracked troop carrier and Lance missile carrier.
11.30am - Activity 2 - 17th Century musket shooting OR a SAS weaponry lecture.
12.30pm - Lunch
1.30pm - Activity 3 - Driving an Abbot gun tank and 432 Troop carrier
2.30pm - Activity 4 - 17th Century mortar shooting OR a SAS woodland patrol.
3.30pm - De-briefing, prizes and car crush.
4.15pm - Guests depart.

What vehicles/weaponry do the activities include?
Your activities will include driving the following tanks, using weaponry and training:

Activity 1
Hagglund Tank Of Swedish origin the Hagglund bv 206 was quickly adopted by many armies around the world and originally designed for snow. The Hagglund has awesome off road performance which is also fully amphibious with little preparation.

Lance Missile Carrier - The Lance nuclear missile supply vehicle is an American tracked amphibious craft used by the British Armed forces. The alloy body and high powered engine makes for an exciting combination which will climb almost anything! This carrier is a relic from the cold war, very smooth and responsive, the only five you will see in private hands worldwide.

Activity 3
Abbot Gun Tank - A fast and maneuverable 17 ton tank with 105mm Howitzer is capable of shooting over 13 miles. Ideal in places with hard off road conditions. It is very simple to drive with a maneuverable lever steering auto gearbox, just like a big dodgem! This tank is still used in various armies around the world.

432 Carrier - The 432 lever steering automatic diesel MK2, with an off road speed of 30mph, is a powerful tracked armored personnel carrier. It is the squaddies' favourite. This Carrier served as everything from a Battlefield van to a Minelayer Rocket Launcher, Troop carrier to a mortar firer.

Activities 2 & 4
17th Century Stand - Try firing a 17th Century Fusilier flintlock musket and a black powder mortar. Don't get too attached to your eyebrows or too close to your colleagues and friends! Lots of noise, lots of smoke and big flashes!

OR

SAS Woodland Patrol - Become part of a Woodland patrol team and learn some jungle warfare secrets from Ex Regiment SAS members. Use your new found knowledge and skills and go on to avoid anti personnel mines, booby traps and all those other nasties you find in our jungle. Who will survive?

AND

Armoury Lecture - Attend a lecture by an ex SAS armourer in our armoury department. Dozens of pistols, rifles and machineguns, even 2.5 ton of cannon with a colourful expert. This is a real eye-opener.

PRIZES - (Additional cost - please request prizes)
2nd PLACE - A Russian hat
1st PLACE - A CAR CRUSH and an Ak47 Klashnikov machine gun OR a 2nd WW Bren gun. A Genuine de-activated firearm.

Where does the experience take place?
Northampton

When does this experience take place?
Events run from February - November. It is advisable to arrive 15 mins before the activity takes place.

What should I wear?
Helmets will be provided along with one piece camouflage suits. We do however recommend that you bring clothing with you that you are happy to get dirty and wet as we cannot be responsible for any damage to your own clothing. Boots (Wellies) or stout footwear is also advisable. On occasions a warm waterproof jacket and gloves are advisable if it is cold or rains.

What about the weather?
The weather should not be a cause for cancellation but in extreme cases you will be contacted and an alternative date will be offered.

What else do I need to know?
Extra experienced staff will be at each vehicle area to assist people on and off the vehicles. The drivers and instructors are all experienced and highly trained. They will instruct you and give you safety briefings.

What are the minimum and maximum numbers?
Maximum numbers at 30

What is the cost per person?
Prices start from £330 per person including VAT - dependant upon numbers booked. Please note that this would be an exclusive event for your group

Additional costs - Prizes: engraved Tankard £30, Cossack Hats £20, Deactivated WW2 Machine guns £250

Are there any restrictions?
A strict "no alcohol" policy must be adhered to all day. The minimum age is 16 and Height, 5ft 2 ins. Any Spectators wishing to come along will be incurred a £10 fee to cover the cost of refreshments and a ride on a military vehicle. Children under 10 are free. Unfortunately no dogs are allowed on site.