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USMC deuce & a quarter multifuel

geko29

34,000 GVWR 26' box truck with a 6-speed non-synchro manual.

Hey, I know it's not huge, but nonetheless I wasn't licensed to be driving it (Requires a B). That should count for something.

ArmyofOne

Meh, it wasnt really for competition purposes. I was simply curious. I know the Army/Marines have some BIG trucks. But I am also not nieve, I know they aren't the biggest on the road.

mndaves

Metro Transit articulated bus - 60 feet total (35/25), about 24 tons unloaded. It was actually fun to drive!!! Now have a 31' motorhome and tow a Malibu Maxx; about 47 feet total; 12 tons loaded.

IS-SV

No prob, I knew that when I posted.

And I do respect those driving the big rigs, many are accumulating huge mileage numbers annually.

ArmyofOne

Yes, 18-wheelers do put out some impressive mileage numbers...BUT...most do not do so without MASSIVE maintenance costs. Tires alone can cost $5,000-$10,000+ for a set (just for the tractor) which is why most owner/operators by 1 or 2 at a time. Clutches for mannytranny's are also spendy.

As for military trucks, its VERY rare to see one with more than 10,000 miles. For comparison, the average 5 year old 18 wheeler can have around 500,000. Also, anyone every priced a Wheel/tire for an HMMWV? Its a block-tread goodyear radial. $2,089. FOR ONE TIRE. Typical gov't overspending...

Who else has driven a large vehicle? This can go for anything that moves under mechanical power: Boats, planes, etc.


Lil4x...I know you were in the navy! Where are the boats you drove?

(Oh and Bob, From a current soldier to an ol' salt...you know what they say about sailors right?














500 sailors go out, 250 couples come back! )

1993ES300x

don't let the size fool ya...

trukn1

I am not an owner/operator, I drive for a company. My 3 year old Freightliner Coronado now has 435K miles on it ( is an 07). Yes, the maintenance costs are ridiculous, but it keeps all of yall living the same lifestyle that you enjoy. Keep this in mind,,Without trucks, America stops moving. No gas at the station, no food in the stores, no clothes at the shops and most importantly,,NO LEXUS' at the dealers.

For reality's sake check the tires below. They are known as super singles. Basically 1 tire replaces the typical dual sets that are most commonly seen. Not everyone uses them as they are uber- expensive. Typically 1 of these will cost in the neighborhood of $700-$900 dollars. Blow one of these bad boys,,game over. No limping to the next truck stop, no keep rolling til it comes off,, just pull over and wait for a road call; AKA more expense. LOL!!

This is my current, assigned ride,,,435K miles and still running strong


Super single tire,,


Tire specs,,,,445/50/R22.5

lamar411

I driven a U-Haul a few times

LexusMan77

Dang....everyone so far has driven tanks, uhaul trucks, construction vehicles, etc. I guess I'll stick to the brand.......the biggest vehicle I've driven has been.......... an LX470.

Lil4X

OK, Josh, here goes:



Length: 999 feet, Beam: 113 feet, plus overhanging angle deck. Draft: 35 feet. Displacement: 68,000 tons
Armor: 7.5 inch armored hull, 6 inch armored main (hangar) deck.
Armament (1070): Carrier Air Wing 6 Consisting of VF41 and VF84 flying F4J Phantom 11’s, VA15 and VA215 flying A7B Corsair 11’s, VA176 in A6A Intruders, VAQ130 in EKA3B Skywarriors, VAW-121 in EIB’s and VFP-63 flying RF8G photo Crusaders. 4 gun turrets, twin 5"-54 guns each. 1 Marine detachment for the light work.
Power: 212,000 shaft horsepower, 12 boilers, 4 geared turbines, turning 4 screws
Max speed (unclassified) 32 knots, and as Scotty would say, "perhaps just a wee bit more".
Accommodations: Just you and 4,000 of your closest friends.

mmarshall

Outside of a few larger trucks doing things like charity work, picking up furniture, etc...........the largest vehicle I've driven was probably the Ford Excursion. It was also probably the worst-handling new vehicle I've ever sampled, right off a dealer's lot. The 6500-7000 lb. curb-weight was simply too much for the poorly-engineered chassis.

I am also a licensed pilot/classroom Ground Instructor, and have flown a number of general-aviation aircraft up to the size/weight of a Piper Navajo. Some of these aircraft I've flown solo; others with other pilots/instructors.

MPLexus301

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Well I will take the lame trophy for this thread. The largest thing I've ever driven was a Tundra Crew Max but that truck barely fit in a lane, parking space, drive thru, etc. I have no problem driving a Land Cruiser or LX but the Tundra Crew Max is a totally different type of machine...

frankdms

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Driven lots, but the biggest was this old fiat with 20 foot forks and 3 junk cars in them.

LexusChris

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The 1999 Lincoln Navigator has to be the largest vehicle I ever driven.