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Take a Once in a Life Ride on an Authentic WWII M8 Greyhound Vehicle
Our M8 is temporarily out of order. Please check back with us.
It’s not just a ride, it’s an adventure!!
Get upclose and personal when you experience a ride on AFHMs WWII Reconnaissance M8 Vehicle. This ride is unique, fun and exciting for children and adults of all ages
Check out videos from a few of our recent rides: WWII M8 Rides
For additional information on pricing and time/date availability, please call the museum at (727)539-8371. Rides are available during most museum hours, and reservations are encouraged in order to accomodate your visit.
What’s more fun than a day at the Armed Forces History Museum? The answer is easy – a day at the Armed Forces History Museum AND a ride on a fully restored, World War II M8 Greyhound. Viewing the museum is an experience in and of itself, but add a ride on this M8 armored car, and you have taken your visit to a whole new level.
While often mistaken for a tank, due to its large size turret with a 37 mm cannon, the M-8 is actually considered a 6 x 6 armored reconnaissance vehicle. The museum’s M8 Greyhound is complete with a Browning .30 cal machine gun (de-milled of course) and other accessories used in WWII. Your ride is sure to become the main topic of conversation as you convey this incredible experience as part of your museum visit. A ride on this vehicle leaves a lasting impression for years to come. Where else can a civilian go and ride on a military vehicle?
Don’t Miss Out
This is a “once in a lifetime opportunity” and is only available here at the museum. Take the ride of your life as the M-8 takes you “off road” behind our museum. Planning ahead will be well worth it.
I love it there I suggest that you let people drive all the machine actually I think that is a bad idea but great museum
Thanks Zach! We think it is a pretty special place as well. While you cannot actually drive the M8, a ride on it is pretty awesome!!
This is the best ride ever. When do you ever get to ride a real WWII armored vehicle.
What a museum! What a ride! It’s not everyday you can ride an armored vehicle. The ride was great, friendly staff and reasonable prices. Thank you for preserving the memories of so many who sacrificed.
Thanks for taking the time to post on our web-site Cindy. We are pleased to hear you had such a wonderful experience. We consider it an honor to preserve the history of those whose military service has contributed to the history and freedom of our great country. Glad you enjoyed your M8 ride. It is pretty awesome, and certainly for most, a once in a lifetime experience!!!!
How much is it for 2 adults to ride the M-8??? My Dad’s birthday is coming up and I would love to surprise him!
That would be an excellent surprise Sheila. It is truly an experience. I recommend you call (727) 539-8371 ext. 103. They can give you all the information regarding cost, as well as availability. AFHM says Happy Birthday!
We are planning a trip to your museum and would like to know the price of 2 adult tickets for the M-8 ride, it looks like great fun.
Sorry to just now be responding. The M8 ride is truly a once in a lifetime experience and currently $50 for up to three people. We also have a new T-Shirt with the M8 on it and those who ride can purchase the shirt (which says “This Is How I Roll”) at 45% off regular price. Hope you get a chance to ride. No one has regretted it yet. Thanks for taking the time to visit our web-site.
We are planning a trip to the museum and wondering how to purchase a ride in the M8 for 2 adults the third week of Oct? Is there availability and whats the cost?
You are in for a treat with the M8 ride. Call our front desk at (727)539-8371 and they can handle the reservations for you. Thank you for visiting our web-site and for your interest in the Armed Forces History Museum. We look forward to your visit.
Are rides available in March 2013? Are tickets the same price as last summer? We’ll have one Senior/Vet, and two teens. Thank you!
Yes, we are still offering rides on our M8. Currently, the cost for the M8 is $50 for up to three people. I do not see that changing in the foreseeable future. You may want to call ahead once you know the date of your visit to ensure a driver is on staff that day. Thanks! We look forward to your visit.
Thanks for quick response. We’ll be visiting with WW2 vet GrandDad, hope to learn a lot.