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Old 29th Aug 2010, 02:17
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Ascend Charlie
 
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An S76 B model with EAPS should remove the sand for the engines.
The tyre pressure of (I think) 160 psi might be a worry. They sink into soft grass up to the axles, but don't break the brake lines off like some other types do. Never landed one on a beach, though...
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