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Simon

2007 3.0L CRD Patrol



What to bring

  • Fuel

    Diesel 220L

    Petrol 250L

    The longest leg between fuel stops is Innamincka to Birdsville, 680km (7 days). I will budget for 800km at my worst fuel usage, i.e. 800km @ 25L/100km = 200L.

    Please bring an extra 20L.

  • Water

    40L (>5L/day/person)

    Please bring an extra 10L.

  • Recovery Gear

    Snatch strap

    Tow strap

    Recovery hitch

    Shovel

    Recovery tracks

    Rated recovery points front & rear

  • Comms

    UHF

    Handheld UHF

    Satellite phone and/or EPIRB

  • Other Considerations

    Sand flag -legally required

    3 days emergency food supply

    Air compressor

    2 spare wheels

    Tyre repair kit

    Basic tool kit

    Basic first aid kit

    Fire extinguisher

    Axe/Bush saw

    2 bags of firewood

    Tyres & shocks in excellent condition

  • Other Activities

    Photography

    Camel & Dingo spotting

    Wheel changing demonstrations

    Camp oven scones

    Lots of digging

    Campfires and Starry nights