A British-based YouTuber recently debuted a DIY all-terrain tank, bringing the do-it-yourself game to the next level. Dubbed the Rhino Tank, the structure is essentially an ATV with the body of a tank. Its creator, Colin Furze, built it out of curiosity and, of course, to test its viability.
For the DIY all-terrain tank, Furze drew inspiration from Elie Aghnides' 1950s concept of the Rhino. Aghnides, an inventor also known for designing a water-conserving aerator for taps, created the Rhino as a one-off schematic intended to be sold to the military. The original silhouette was inspired by a waterfall. For his rendition of the Rhino, Furze used a hydraulic dump truck as the base and added a Cybertruck-like sheet-metal body. While the tank performed well on land, it had issues with inclines and sharp turns.
Image Credit: YouTube @colinfurze
What's Driving This Trend
- DIY All-terrain Vehicles
- Opportunity for businesses to cater to the growing demand for DIY all-terrain vehicles that combine the features of ATVs and tanks.
- Retrofitting Vehicles
- Innovation opportunity in retrofitting existing vehicles to transform them into all-terrain tanks, presenting a cost-effective alternative to building from scratch.
- Merging Tech and Mobility
- Potential for tech companies to collaborate with vehicle manufacturers to develop advanced features for all-terrain tanks, enhancing performance and user experience.
Who This Affects Most
- Automotive
- Automotive industry can explore new markets by designing and manufacturing DIY all-terrain vehicles, capitalizing on the growing consumer interest.
- Military
- Military organizations can consider the integration of all-terrain tanks in their operations, outsourcing or collaborating with technology companies to enhance capabilities.
- Industrial Equipment
- Opportunity for industrial equipment manufacturers to develop retrofitting solutions for converting existing vehicles into all-terrain tanks, expanding their product offerings.
