Guys look what I found this time!
Another unique machine for a review!
Lets test this awesome offroading self propelled armchair!
Its going to be interesting!
Hi guys as usually its me just a voice over and you are watching review machines!
And today we have for a review this unique full custom self propelled tracked armchair.
In fact it is a little tracked ATV for one man that is able to tackle rough terrain!
By the way It is designed not only for recreational use but also it is suitable for persons with
disabilites to provide them an opportunity to move offroading!
This vehicle has just been built and today we will do the first real tests of this machine.
We want to find out if this tiny thing is really capable as it pretends
to be!
Firstly lets look at the design of the machine.
The base here it’s a frame and an armchair mounted on it.
The tracked gear was taken from an old sled.
The track itself divided into two parts for each side of the machine.
The engine 6 hp Chinese Lifan.
Then there is a CVT transmission and the chain drive to the reducer and wheels.
Also there is a gearbox from an old scooter, but only two gears are used forward and reverse.
There are two handles with a throttle and brakes.
The disk brakes are used from a car.
Moreover here we have an electric started, bright lights, and electric adjustable armchair!
This option is necessary if the machine is used by persons with disabilities.
Well its enough of theory, lets try it!
Firstly lets have a ride on a usual earth road to get the feel of the machine.
Also we are going to do the offroading tests, in sand, forest and dirt but a bit later.
And now I want to mention that it is very simple to handle this vehicle.
There are only two levers and nothing more that control the skid steering.
To maneuver just pull one of the levers, one of the tracks slows down and the machine turns.
So the atv is so maneuverable and very easy to handle.
The engine of course is not the most powerful just 6 hp, but even with such huge engine
the vehicle can move quite rapidly!
The maximum speed here is about 25 km/h, that’s quite enough for such a little machine!
But there is a certain drawback.
It’s the lack of any suspension system.
That is why the vehicle is quite rough.
But it is due to the minimal budget of the project, If the author had more money for
the project he would install some suspension of course.
But he also going to build more expensive models with a decent suspension system.
Well its enough to ride in a good road, lets move to the forest!
You know in the forest this tiny thing provides a lot of emotions!
Its very exciting to ride it!
It think the matter is in the whole construction of the frame, that resulted in a seat that
is very near to the ground.
It like some kind of offroading cart!
All the obstacles are very close to your face, so its very thrilling to get over them!
And as to the obstacles this mini ATV can overcome them quite decently.
Mostly due to the tracks of course and a little weight.
Besides the frame is rather wide and has a low gravity center, so its quite steady machine
that reminds me some kind of forest spider.
The perfect maneuverability is a very useful feature
in the forest.
You is able to choose the optimal route between the trees.
But if there is for example thick bushes in front of you, you can try just to cut your
way right through them.
Well and again I want to discuss some drawbacks.
I’ve already said about the lack of suspension.
Now I’d like to mention a weak engine.
If it is enough for a good road, its definitely weak for a rough terrain.
Especially its weak when the machine is turning.
I think there is every reason to state that this vehicle would bevery decent and interesting
peace of equipment if it had more powerful engine!
Well its very tough task to find some dirt in the season, but its for the better, cause
our little atv is definitely not cut out for riding in dirt.
But if the puddle is not very deep its able to get over it.
Besides its interesting to see how this machine can tackle snowy roads, may be we will make
some more winter tests, please post comments if you want to see them on the channel.
Meantime we are climbing the hill and find ourselves in a very beautiful place!
Lets spare a moment to enjoy a magnificent view!
By the way we always try to find some bright places for our reviews, cause we want to share
with you not only interesting machines, but also the beauty of the nature!
And now lets test the vehicle on a loose sand!
And while its crawling here I want to mention, that there are serial produced similar vehicles
by Austrian company Mattro and their machines Cizel.
But they are full electric and their price is way more.
Its about 30 000 dollars.
And as to our vehicle, the total budget is only about 2 000!
A decent price for a machine that can take you to the fishing for example.
Well to sum it up I would like to share my thoughts about the machine.
You know there is a Certain problem.
If we consider it as a recreational vehicle, it may seem too weak and slow and not able
to tackle a real offroad.
But if it is a vehicle for a person with disabilities it is too rough cause there is no any suspension.
So the next modification of this little ATV will have both more powerful engine and suspension
system!
But the price will be higher.
Please post comments guys if you want to see a review of the next modification.
And now lets call it a day.
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