There are many companies throughout the UK that offer tank driving experiences. Though the price of such experiences together with the length of time controlling a tank that said price allows does vary quite a bit, the quality of the vehicles used and the experience of the instructors is generally very high regardless of the company that you choose. Therefore the best thing to do is simply search online for the best deal that is available in a location near you.
Choosing the Right Tank Driving Tracks
Due to the number of different tank driving tracks in the UK, there are a number of different types of tank driving based experiences available.
- The most straightforward and also the cheapest is a simple run through an obstacle course. These packages always start with brief instructions and when you feel comfortable you will have the opportunity to take control of a tank under the supervision of an experienced instructor.
- There are numerous options available that take place over the course of an entire day. Many companies call these experiences the "Full Monty Package". They generally involve the chance to drive at least four different military vehicles and also include various briefings on military warfare as well as a number of SAS style training scenarios.
- One of the most exciting options that is offered at some tank driving tracks is a combination of both paintball and tank driving. Participants are put into different groups and members of each group then take it in turns to control the vehicle, look through the periscope and of course fire paintballs from the modified tank guns.
Tank Driving Tracks Driving Requirements
Regardless of where you decide to go tank driving it is essential that you check out the requirements for those taking part prior to purchasing the experience. All details are generally listed on the companies' website and they do vary from company to company but you can usually expect them to consist of the following.
- There is usually a minimum age of between twelve and sixteen years old.
- Some companies also require that should a participant be less than eighteen years old, an accompanying adult needs to come too.
- As for height requirements, some companies require that those taking part be at least five feet tall and no more than six foot seven.
- Some companies have a maximum weight of twenty stone.
- Lastly, no company offering tank driving experiences will stand for anyone being under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Tank Driving Tracks and Safety Concerns
Tank driving experiences are not even remotely dangerous. Of course, danger is associated with tanks but said danger is generally not a problem for the driver which is what those participating in a tank driving experience will be doing. Prior to being given control of the tank, all participants are thought exactly how to handle the vehicle in a safe manner and they are accompanied by experienced staff at all times throughout the session. As well as this, tank driving tracks are generally designed with the likely inexperience of the tank drivers in mind.