The Greatness of Amphibious Trucks

Gibbs Technologies, Detroit based company is no stranger to water transport. In recent years, they have brought the amphibious sports car Zippi Aquada, Quadski ATV, and Humdiga - a concept car four-wheel SUV, a vehicle that can run on any terrain including on water.

They do not stop there, they returned to innovate by creating the cruising vehicles, ie Phibian and Humdiga II as the high-speed Amphitrucks. Body of the two vehicles with four-wheel drive were made from carbon material. So as to move fast  on land and water, their weapon is the twin turbo diesel engine.

Gibbs Technologies has announced the availability of its Phibian. (Picture from: http://www.gizmag.com/)

These vehicles can quickly change from ground vehicles to water transporter when it enters the water. The wheels will be close inside, and a dual engine jet is ready to operate. It works is quite simple, just by pressing a button and wait for about ten seconds. Once in the water these amphitrucks are capable of driving at speeds over 48 km/h.

With 3 crews and 12 passengers able to be accommodated comfortably in the Phibian. Able to accommodate the weight of the truck weighing 1,500 kg. Not surprising because the truck is designed for military, rescue and humanitarian operations for.

Gibbs Technologies has announced the availability of its Humdinga II amphibious truck. (Picture from: http://www.gizmag.com/)

As for the model Humdiga II can take 5 to 7 passengers or carry loads weighing up to 750 kg. This vehicle equipped with a V8 engine which produces 350 hp of power, which allows it to pass quickly when moving on land and water.

This truck is small for its class, it is more suitable for use as a night patrol or emergency assistance. Not yet known what the price of the vehicle. *** [GIZMAG | EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES]

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