batteries' maximum current

[Space]

How fast can I discharge a battery without damaging it or overheating it?
What maximum current can I draw from it?
I suppose it depends on the model, but 
any info would be appreciated, whether it's alkaline or rechargable ....
Are there batteries that I can fully discharge in 10 minutes?

[Info Freak]

Hi space,

Sorry im afriad i dont really have a tested answer for this however you can try connecting negitive to positive with a large resistor in the circuit. What i really would like to know is why you want to know this?
Thanks

[Space]

Just wondering whether there could be an electic means of transport that could have just enough autonomy to take me to the tube.
To answer my question, I found a battery for RC models that is meant to discharge in 5 minutes.
Still no idea about standard batteries such as NiMH AA .