Mecanum Wheel Considerations

[abross]

Hello. I have read a couple threads that talk about mecanum wheels, but I have a more specific question. My team is trying to decide whether we want tank drive, or to use mecanum wheels. This is our second season, so as of now, we only really have experience with tank drive, but we're willing to try out something new.

I was wondering if anyone knows how well mecanum wheels can stand up to another robot pushing or 'ramming'. Will they slide more? Will they have a tendency to quickly lose control?

Any and all opinions/advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thank You.