4 Things to Consider When Choosing Bug Out Vehicle
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The priority thinking when it comes to a bug out vehicle has got to be, will it get you out? You need to be able to move fast during adverse conditions. The secondary consideration needs to be for it’s use after escaping the primary threat. You want and need a method of travel that out weighs the ability you may have if on foot in order to it to be of value to you in both scenarios.
What factors should you consider? I feel strongly that the following are things that must be taken into consideration.
1. Terrain
Where are you now and where will you be attempting to go in this vehicle? Over mountain ranges or threw swamps? Is your biggest concern storms or humans? Will the terrain change when you reach your end location and will the vehicle either serve it’s new purpose as is or with small easy adjustments?
2. Fuel
How far can you get on a gallon of fuel in this vehicle, stopping to refuel may not and should not be an option during a bug out scenario. How much fuel can this vehicle hold? How easy will it be to locate additional fuel especially as fuel could be and most likely will be at a premium during an event. Do you want to be seeking diesel or gas?
3. Capacity
What and who will you be transporting? Will this vehicle carry you and your family as well as all your gear? Is it just you? Is your gear already at the predetermined location or will you be carrying all that you can with you? Is it small enough to maneuver easily in cramped quarters?
4. Security
Will this vehicle draw a lot of unwanted attention to you? Does the fuel it uses give off a strong smell that could prevent you from being hidden if needed. The same concern with the sound of the vehicle could it prevent or assist you in moving around stealthily? Will the body of the vehicle protect you and your passengers if need be? Will your supplies be visible to any one passing by?
I doubt that any single vehicle will meet all expectations. But you do have the opportunity to plan for the most likely needs at the time that you choose your vehicle and that planning could make or break your emergency plan. So please consider all factors carefully.
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