4x4xAMPHIBIOUS, VIKING
combines the best of extreme off-road with amphibious capability.
The ATON IMPULSE VIKING-2992 is a unique special purpose vehicle,
ideal for heavy industry, exploration, arctic use, flood-relief, NGOs,
rescue & emergency services. VIKING is the only amphibious off-road
vehicle in the world to have passed through certification to meet UN/ECE
regulations for unrestricted ON-ROAD USE.
VIKING's world-leading amphibious capabilities are based around its
purpose-designed flotation construction, centrally mounted engine &
powerful water-jet propulsion enable it to ford open water at speeds
of up to 15 km/h.
Off-road, VIKING is overwhelmingly superior to comparable amphibians,
with cross-country ability akin to tracked vehicles. High
maneuverability, turn-over resistance & endurance provide safety &
comfort in remote or hazardous areas.
With a curb weight of only 1.46 tonnes, riding on giant 1300x600x533
tires, VIKING's exceptionally low ground pressure enables to "float"
on soft snow surfaces & avoids damage to sensitive environments.
VIKING has independent pneumatic front & rear wheel suspension with
adjustable clearance & a tire air-pressure adjustment system
operable from the cab while driving the vehicle.
VIKING's top speed on-road is 50 mph at 16.8 mpg; off-road at 11.8
mpg. On-road speed is limited by the tires (cost $700 each) which are
rated to 50 mph. ATON IMPULSE is bringing out new custom tires rated
to 62 mph, as well as bullet proof tires. More powerful engine models
will be fitted in future models. |
