Obstacle Crossing
The ability to overcome natural, man-made and concealed obstacles to movement.
Capability
Speed
The ability to move quickly over terrain.
Precision Control
The ability to make precise control movements that result in vehicle movement that precisely reflect the operators intention.
Manoeuvrability
The ease with which a vehicle is able to move and change direction, in this case over difficult terrain.
Stability
In the context of an extreme terrain vehicle, having a low and central Centre of Gravity in a wide footprint so as to resist tipping on ground and to remain stable when afloat.
Step Climbing
The ability to overcome rapid changes in gradient or ground level without losing traction, bottoming out, fouling extremes of the vehicle or turning over.
Slope Traversal
The ability to move across a slop safely without slipping or overturning, whilst retaining the ability to manoeuvre and deal with or avoid obstacles or changing ground conditions.
Slope Climbing
The ability to ascend or descend steep slopes safely, without losing traction, retaining the ability to manoeuvre to avoid obstacles or changing ground conditions, including the ability to back off safely and under control if necessary.
Agility
The ability to deal rapidly and effectively with any form of terrain challenge, and to adapt quickly to changing operational demands. A complex emergent capability.
