Saturday, September 20, 2008

Yes, HMMWVs Can Get Stuck

HMMWV is the military acronymn that stands for High Mobility Multi-purpose Wheeled Vehicle. Commonly known as a "Humvee". Contrary to popular belief, HMMWV's are not invincable and able go "anywhere". SSgt Michael Huntington's shop borrowed some HMMWVs for training. They all got a little more training than was bargained for. Below is the result of an inexperienced driver challenged with driving conditions other than a hard-packed surface, aka MUD.
The view from the front of the vehicle with the camera near the ground. notice the HMMWV is axle deep in mud and the bottom of the chassis is resting on the ground (High-Centered).
The whole picture with everyone trying to decide what to do next...
A close up of the front wheel on the driver's side. Just a sampling of all four tires.

4 comments:

Robert Sagor said...

Hi Sarah! You didn't tell me you had a blog!Can I add yours to my list of friends?
God Bless,
Laura

the Huntingtons said...

Sure, you can list our blog on yours! We would like to add yours to ours if you don't mind.

Robert Sagor said...

Go ahead! :) See ya tomorrow!
Oh Amie says to tell you she has a blog too. You can access it from my blog. It is the one with the really long name.... :)
Blessings,
Laura

Robert Sagor said...

I have been wondering when your going to post pics of your vacation!? I don't think we'll be in church tonight Tim has an appointment.
TTYL
Laura