Featured Turret Syndrome John Schwartze March 16, 2017 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Find out more about how we test products. Ever Wanted to Drive a Tank? Here’s How… In Issue 26 we’d mentioned Mike Pappas BMP-1 in our Transport section, and began thinking that many of you out there who can’t afford your own tank would still love to be able to drive one. You’re in luck. We found a few places in this great country of ours that offer such a thing, and thought we’d give you the scoop on each location and what you can expect there. Here’s a look at some places you can rent some tracked armor for a day (among other available attractions) and give your family or employees a chance to do something very cool. Tank Town USA Where: Morganton, Georgia Fleet: > British FV432 > Excavator tractor What: Crush cars and or traverse an obstacle course with an FV432. You can also learn to operate an excavator. Drivers must be at least 15 with valid learner’s permit. Passengers must be at least 7 years of age. https://tanktownusa.com/ DriveTanks.com Where: Uvalde, Texas Fleet (vehicles only): > M4A3E8 Sherman > Russian T-34/85 > German Half-Track > German Kettenkrad > West German Leopard > British Chieftain > Abbot FV433 > Czechoslovakian BVP-1 What: More like a living museum. Not only can you drive tanks here, but you can fire live rounds from certain models as well as fire weapons such as machineguns, flamethrowers, mortars, and big guns such as a Howitzer and Pak 40. Car crushing to be added to the packages offered at some point. Minors OK if accompanied by parent. Lodging available on site. https://www.drivetanks.com Drive A Tank Where: Kasota, Minnesota Fleet (vehicles only): > T-55 > Chieftain > Mark 5 > Sherman E8 > IFV > Abbot > FV432 > M16 Half-Track > Humvees > 5-Ton Trucks > Ferret What: Various packages available that include firing machineguns, driving over cars, and even through mobile homes. A Sherman package includes firing custom rubber bullets and simulations of what it was like for the crew of a WWII Sherman to go through and stay alive. No on-site lodging. Eleven-year-old minimum to be on property and minimum 14-years-old and 5-feet tall to drive. http://www.driveatank.com Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
