If you want to experience driving a real tank in real conditions then why not try and armed forces tank driving day. This is something completely different to your usual run of the mill track days and gift voucher days. The reason is because you would be in charge of a real military tank and also be taught how to drive it along an all-terrain course.
You will experience everything that real soldiers go through in terms of training and atmosphere but all in just one day. Most events will provide you with all of the kit and some will even let you take home the military outfits that they provide you. The day will begin in the morning with a training session over a cup of tea and some light snacks. They will explain to you all about the tank and how the armed forces tank driving school works.
Before you even getting into a tank, your briefing you will also have all of the health and safety rules explained here and you will have trained military staff who have served in conflict areas by your side at all times.
Armed Forces tank driving includes manning the T-55AM2 Battle tank, this is a 42 ton modern day tank that is used in all of the current conflicts that are going on around the world. The British forces use them in the Middle East and also in any other war-torn countries that they may have a presence in.
What happens on an armed forces tank driving day?
- In the morning you will have briefing and the day ahead will be explained to you.
- You will receive health and safety training.
- Then you will be introduced to the tank you will be driving.
- You will meet all of the soldiers who will be accompanying you and training you.
- They will show you all of the controls and then let you loose on the 42 ton tank.
- You will be able to drive around the course and also crush a family saloon car.
- At the end of the day you will be given a certificate to commemorate your day.
How much does the day cost?
Depending on what extras you once that prices start from just under £200, this will include all of your training and lunch and also refreshments.
Also for an extra £30 per head you can also invite spectators along and this also includes food refreshments and some light activities.
Who is tank driving for?
Anyone can join armed forces tank driving, but you do have to be over 12 years old and the minimum height is five foot.
Other than that individuals and groups are always welcome and there are special deals for those who want to book teambuilding days out.
One of the best places to book your armed forces tank driving day out is by going online there are a whole range of sites offering some of the cheapest deals around and you can even buy gift vouchers for a loved one.