Off the Beaten Track

Series

Series Name: Shell Cinemagazine

Issue

Issue No.

Date Released

1952

Stories in this Issue:

Story

Story No. within this Issue

2 / 3

Summary

BFI Summary - a heavy-duty cross-country vehicle under test
Film User Summary - a remarkable cross-country vehicle with six-wheel drive and power-assisted steering.
Shell synopsis: The second feature is entitled ‘Off The Beaten Track’ and shows a six wheel drive truck being tested in challenging conditions. Cross country performance is made possible by its exceptional clearance, hence the high build of the vehicle. Suspension enables the front wheels to follow the ground without upsetting the trim so that the load on both wheels remains even. Power steering uses compressed air to assist the driver, while deeply cut treads and broad low pressure tyres improve grip and help prevent difficulties in marshy ground.

Keywords

Science and technology; Motor vehicles

Written sources

British Film Institute Databases Used for synopsis
Film User Vol.6 No.72, October 1952, p.514
Shell Visual Media Services Information Master Tape No.: U1525

Credits:

Director: J. A. D. Cartwright
Production Co.: Shell Film Unit

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