Ann Beadell trek and fuel consumption

Frank

I would use a formula along the lines of (normal consumption x 125%).

When considering the distance you will travel, don't forget to add in potential side trips.

Just in case you haven't, already, take a look at the Anne Beadell Trek notes, there is some guidance in there.

EO - Anne Beadell Trek Notes

Enjoy...Baz - The Landy

As Baz said allow 25% extra, even a little more, given the isolation.

The Connie Sue in that section varies from 60 - 70 kmph dirt roads down to quite a bit of heavily rutted 20 - 30kmph roads. You can often bypass these rutted sections on the side of the track ( Err, sorry - Highway)

Heading west on the ABH should be a breeze. 80+ kmph.

I got about 21 l/100k towing in a 200 series diesel.

Hope you're not planning to do it in the next week!

It's VERY wet at the mo. A couple of tradies got rescued by helicopter yesterday after being stuck for 2 or 3 days

Frank Hi, When I went through I phoned Irlkirka from Coober Pedy to make sure that they had Petrol available and would be there. The dunes are not big or difficult so 20/25% plus extra for side trips. One of my favourite trips even with the corrugations. (There is plenty).
On the lighter side, when I arrived at Irlkirka at about mid day was deserted. Had no option other than to set up camp & wait. By the time The guy came back at 9.pm ish was starting to think I would have to do some serious burglaries. Never found out where He had gone.
Mike.