Soviet Trucks

[dragoon500ly]

Like any military, the Soviets fielded a variety of jeeps and trucks to support the "sexier" tanks/IFVs/APCs. Since an Army marches on its stomach...here is the unsexy side of the military!

The oldest (read Category III and Mobilization only units) is the UAZ-69. This first appeared in 1943 and is a light utility 4x4 vehicle, it has room for a driver and passenger and up to 600kg of cargo or it can tow up to 850kg. It is 4.025m long, 1.805m wide, 2.05m high and weighs in at 1,540kg. It has a max speed of 100 km/h and a road range of 460km. It uses gasoline (60L tank). It can be easily transported by air and can be air dropped.

The UAZ-469 appeared in 1952, it is a light 4x4 cargo vehicle. It has room for a driver and passenger and can carry 650kg internally or tow up to 800kg. It is 3.85m long, 1.85m wide, 2.03m high and weighs in at 1,525kg. It has a max speed of 90km/h and a road range of 540km. It is gasoline powered (48L tank). This is noramlly seen with a rag-top and hard doors.

[ArmySGT.]

Specifications

Engine
2,450 cc petrol, in-line 4-cylinder, water cooled, 75 hp (56 kW) at 4000 rpm, 166.7 N·m (123.0 lb·ft) at 2200 rpm
Fuel
76-octane petrol, tank capacity is 78 litres
Transmission
4-speed manual gearbox, 2-speed transfer shift, 4-wheel drive
Front axle
Live axle with leaf springs, drum brakes
Rear axle
Live axle with leaf springs, drum brakes

Dimensions and weights

Empty weight with fuel: 1,650 kg (3,638 lb)
Max. gross weight: 2,450 kg (5,401 lb)
External dimensions (length/width/height): 4,025 mm (158.5 in) x 1,785 mm (70.3 in) x 2,050 mm (80.7 in)
Wheelbase: 2,380 mm (93.7 in)
Tread front/rear: 1,453 mm (57.2 in)/1,453 mm (57.2 in)
Ground clearance: 220 mm (8.7 in)
Tyre size: 215 SR 15
Wheel size: 6Lx15

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UAZ-469


Specifications

Wheel arrangement 4 х 4

Seating accommodation 5 + 2

Length (soft top/hard top), mm 4025/4100

Width with/without mirrors, mm 2010 / 1730

Height, mm 2025

Wheel base, mm 2380

Front/rear track, mm 1465 / 1465

Road clearance, mm 210

Fording depth, mm 500

Curb weight, kg 1770

Gross vehicle weight, kg 2520

Load capacity, kg 750

Engine petrol, ZMZ-4091

Fuel petrol A-92

Volume, l 2,7

Maximum output, hp (kW) 112 (82,5) at 4150 rpm

Maximum torque, Nm 208 at 3000 rpm

Maximum speed, km/h 130

Fuel consumption at 90km/h, l/100 km 10,6

Fuel tank capacity, l 78

Gear box Manual, 4-stage

Transfer case 2-stage

Wheel drive Part-time AWD

Front brakes disc-type, ventilated

Rear brakes drum-type

Tires 225 / 75 R 16

Note:

Fuel consumption serves for defining vehicle technical status, but not as serviceability standard. The accurate fuel metering can be done only on carrying out special test in strict adherence to GOST 20306-90 when vehicle’s total mileage is 9000-10000 km

http://www.uaz.ru/eng/models/uaz-469/specifications/

SYSTEM
Alternative Designations: INA
Date of Introduction: 1973
Proliferation: Widespread
Description:
Troop Capacity: 2 in front, 5 in rear
Weight (mt):
Gross Vehicle Weight: 2.4
Curb: 1.6
Length Overall (m): 4
Height Overall (m): 2
Width Overall (m): 1.8
Payload on/off Highway (kg): 600
Number of Axles: 2
Ground Clearance (mm): 300
Turning Radius (m): 6.5
Wheels:
Size (in): 8.40x15
Central Tire Pressure Regulation System: No
Run Flat: No
AUTOMOTIVE
Engine: Inline 4, 70 hp, gasoline
Cooling: Water
Cruising Range (road) (km): 730
Speed (km/h): 100
Fuel Capacity (liters):
Left Tank: 39
Right Tank: 39
Towing Capability (kg):
Off Highway: 850
On Highway: 850
Gradient (loaded) (°): 60
Fording Depths (m): .58
Trench Crossing Width (mm): INA
CARGO SPACE
Height (mm): 400
Width (mm): 1,400
Length (mm): 1,000
Cargo Bed Area (m2): 1.6
VARIANTS
UAZ-469B: Export; lower off-road performance
Ambulance: 1 stretcher patient and 1 attendant

http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/row/weg.pdf

[WallShadow]

What, no Studebaker trucks? Studebakers were beloved by the Russians due to Lend-Lease, and many became or were copied into becoming Katyushas. If you look really closely at many late 40's/early 50's utility vehicles, you can see the Yankee-made bloodline running close to the surface--the UAZ was a quick knock-off of the Willys Jeep, the BRDM-1 was a beefed-up clone of the GPA "SEEP" amphibious Jeep (unloved by the Allies, adored by the Soviets), many of the Deuce-and-a-Halfski trucks look like Studebakers, and the 4-wheeled M3 White Scout car, many of which made the Lend-Lease route, evolved into a 6-wheeled Soviet armored transport--BTR-152, Let's not forgetthe the Soviet Bear bomber was reverse-engineered from a B-29 that made a forced landing flying over Russian territory.

[antimedic]

Was it the Bear or Tu4 Bull that was reverse engineered from the B29?

[raketenjagdpanzer]

It was the TU4 although its lineage does extend to the Bear.

[ArmySGT.]

http://www.russianmilitarytrucks.com/phpBB3/index.php

[WallShadow]

Originally Posted by raketenjagdpanzer

It was the TU4 although its lineage does extend to the Bear.

Apologies, the Tu-4 Bull is the clone; the Bear is much further divergent in design.

[ArmySGT.]

UAZ-452






Technical data:
Size:

Length: 2,360 mm
Width: 1,940 mm
Height: 2,090 mm
Weight: 1,720 kg
Useful load: 950 kg

Driving capacities:

Maximal speed: 95 km/h
Fuel consumption 24 l / 100 km
Fuel tanks 86 l (50 + 36)
Operational range: 360 km

Engine:

Volha UM2 451
Gasoline, four-cycle, water-cooled, 4 cylinders
Cubature: 2,445 cm3
Power: 54 kW

Derived types:

There are dozens of types, namely:

ambulance
minivan (11 passengers)
"Boure" ("Storm") High-frequency sound weapon
The "float"

http://www.mortarinvestments.eu/prod...2#currency=USD

[ArmySGT.]

GAZ-66





Specification
Length - 5.65 meters.(office body)
Width - 2.4 meters.
Height - 3.25 meters.(office body)
Weight - 3,500 Kg. Depending on body type
Max Towing Weight - 2,000Kg
Max. payload - 2,000 Kg.

Turning circle - 18.9m
Approach angle - 41 deg.
Departure angle - 32 deg
Max. ascent angle - 30 deg
Ground clearance - 320mm

Engine - ZMZ-66 V8 water cooled petrol. 4.254Litre. 115 BHP
Suspension - Solid axles with leaf springs and dampers
Gearbox - Four speed with synchromesh on 3rd and 4th
Transfer Box - High low ratio. 2 and 4wd.
PTO - To front of vehicle for winch, generator etc
Transmission - 4 fwd + rev manual (2 speed transfer box). 2 x Limited slip differentials.

Fuel consumption - 10-18mpg. depending on conditions.
Fuel capacity - 2 x 105 litres
Max speed. - 60mph / 80kph. (Speed governed)
Tyres. - 12.00 x 18
Electrics. - 12v.
Brakes - Standard single circuit hydraulic with servo assist

http://www.gaz66.co.uk/Specifications.html

SYSTEM
Alternative Designations: INA
Date of Introduction: 1964
Proliferation: Widespread
Description:
Troop Capacity: 3 in cab, 18 in rear
Weight (mt):
Gross Vehicle Weight: 5.8
Curb: 3.6
Length Overall (m): 5.65
Height Overall (m): 2.44
Width Overall (m): 2.32
Payload on/off Highway (kg): 2,000
Number of Axles: 2
Ground Clearance (mm): 315
Turning Radius (m): 10
Wheels:
Size (in): 12x18
Central Tire Pressure Regulation System: Yes
AUTOMOTIVE
Engine: V8, 115 hp, gasoline
Cooling: Water
Cruising Range (road) (km): 875
Speed (km/h): 95
Fuel Capacity (liters):
Left Tank: 105
Right Tank: 105
Towing Capability (kg):
Off Highway: 2,000
On Highway: 2,000
Gradient (loaded) (°): 39
Fording Depths (m): .8
CARGO SPACE
Height (mm): 890
Width (mm): 2,050
Length (mm): 3,330
Cargo Bed Area (m2): 6.8
VARIANTS
GAZ-66B: Canvas-top cab for air transport or airdrop
GAZ-66A: Steelcab
Numerous other variants for various duties.
NOTES
Besides functioning as a general cargo carries, the GAZ-66 is used as a prime mover for 120-mm mortar. The DDA-66 variant is an NBC decontamination truck.

http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/row/weg.pdf

[ArmySGT.]

ZIL-157





SPECIFICATIONS:
Cab seating: 1 + 1
Configuration: 6 x 6
Weight:
(empty, with winch) 5,800 kg
(loaded, with winch) 8,450 kg
Max load:
(road) 4,500 kg
(cross-country) 2,500 kg
Towed load:
(dirt road) 3,600 kg
(cross-country) 2,500 kg
(roads) 3,600 kg
Load area: 3.57 x 2.09 m
Length: (with winch) 6.922 m
Width: 2.315 m
Height:
(cab) 2.36 m
(tarpaulin) 2.915 m
(load area) 1.388 m
Wheelbase: 3.655 m + 1.12 m
Angle of approach/departure: 33º/43º
Max speed: (road) 65 km/h
Range: 460 km
Fuel capacity: 150 litres
Engine: ZIL-157K 5.55 litre 6-cylinder water-cooled petrol developing
109 hp at 2,800 rpm
Turning radius: 11.2 m
Suspension:
(front) longitudinal semi-elliptical springs with hydraulic
double-acting shock-absorbers
(rear) bogie with semi-elliptical springs
Tyres: 12.00 x 18
Brakes:
(main) air
(parking) mechanical
Electrical system: 12 V
Batteries: 2 x ST-84

DESCRIPTION:
The ZIL-157 (6 x 6) truck replaced the ZIL-151 (6 x 6) truck in production from 1958, and in 1961 the improved ZIL-157K entered production, to be replaced in 1966 by the more powerful ZIL-131 (6 x 6) 3,500 kg truck. In appearance the ZIL-157 is very similar to the ZIL-151 but has a slightly different cab (also fitted to late production ZIL-151s), and single instead of dual rear wheels.
The layout of the vehicle is conventional, with the engine at the front, two-door fully enclosed cab in the centre, and the cargo area at the rear, which consists of a wooden platform with sides, bench seats down each side which can be folded up when the vehicle I carrying cargo, and a drop tailgate. If required, the vehicle can be fitted with bows and a tarpaulin cover. Standard equipment includes a cab heater, an engine preheater and many vehicles also have a winch.

VARIANTS
ZIL-157V and ZIL-157KV: tractor trucks for towing semi-trailers (for example carrying SA-2, FROG-3, FROG-4 or FROG-5 missiles)
ZIL-157KG: with shielded electrical system
ZIL-157KE: temperate climate export model of ZIL-157K
ZIL-157KYu: tropical climate export model of ZIL-157K
ZIL-157GT: tropical climate export model of ZIL-157K with shielded
electrical system
ZIL-157KYe: ZIL-157K chassis for special bodies
ZIL-157KYel: ZIL-157KYe chassis with high-output generator
ZIL-157KYeG: ZIL-157KG chassis with shielded electrical system
ZIL-157YeGT: ZIL-157KYeG chassis, tropical climate export model
ZIL-157KYeGT: ZIL-157KYeG chassis, tropical climate export model (chassis has features of the ZIL-157KYu)
ZIL-157YeT: ZIL-157KYe chassis, tropical climate export model (chassis contains features of ZIL-157KYu)

http://vnfawing.com/forum/viewtopic....ce4a01c1cdf181

[ArmySGT.]

URAL-375





Specification

The Ural-375D has the same equipment as the GAZ-66 and ZIL-131.
Hood design, 3 seats cab.
Payload: 9,920 lb (plus trailer: 22,050 lb)
full weight: (off road - 11,020 lb),
loading height: 4'7.9".
Suspension: solid axles, leaf springs, rear wheels at balance-cart.
Engine: 180 horsepower (130 kW) ZIL-375YA V8 gasoline(carburetor) pushrod engine.
gearbox: 5x2 steps,
max. speed 47 mph (76 km/h).
Brakes: drums, with pneumatic control.
Stopping distance from 20 mph (32 km/h) - 36'.
Measures: LxWxH = 24 ft 1 inx8'10"x8'9.5", wheelbase 13'9.4". Track 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m)
Maneuverability: turning circle 69',
Ground Clearance: 15.7", overcome ford: 4 ft 11 in (1.50 m) Curb weight: 18,520 lb (8,400 kg).
Tires: 14-20", pressure 0.3-2 p.s.i. (controlled).
Fuel tank: 79+16 gal. Fuel economy: 4.9 mpg (at 19-25 mph), 2.94 mpg (city cycle).

Varieties

The Ural-375D came in a variety of forms:

Ural-375 has an open cab roof that could be covered by a canvas - i.e.: a softtop cab rather than a hardtop.
Ural-375A has a fully enclosed all-steel cab,was a chassis for wagon-style body, payload 12,787 lb (5,800 kg), framework shortened to 13.2'
Ural-375D Most produced 375.
Ural-375S was a tractor-trailer truck with framework shortened to 5.3'.
Ural-377-6x4 truck
Ural-377S was a 6х4 tractor-trailer.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ural-375D

Technical data:

Weight: 8.4 tonnes
Length: 7.35m
Width: 2.69 m
Height: 2.98 m
Crew: 3

Engine:

V-8 gasoline ZIL-375
Power: 129 kW (175 k pri 3200 ot/min)
Speed: 75 km/h
Operational rang: 405km
Gear box: 5+1
Tank: 300l + 90l

Versions:

Flat-bed
Radio-box
Diesel engine version

http://www.mortarinvestments.eu/prod...3/ural-375d-49

SYSTEM
Alternative Designations: INA
Date of Introduction: 1965
Proliferation: Widespread
Description:
Troop Capacity: 3 in cab, 24 in rear
Weight (mt):
Gross Vehicle Weight: 13.2
Curb: 8.4
Length Overall (m): 7.36
Height Overall (m): 2.68
Width Overall (m): 2.67
Number of Axles: 3
Ground Clearance (mm): 410
Turning Radius (m): 10.8
Side Slope (°): 32
Vertical Step (mm): 800
Gradient (loaded) (°): 65
Fording Depths (m): 1.49
Trench Crossing Width (mm): 875
Wheels:
Size (in): 14x20
Central Tire Pressure Regulation System: Yes
Run Flat: INA
AUTOMOTIVE
Engine: V8, 180 hp, gasoline
Cooling: Liquid
Cruising Range (road) (km): 650
Speed (km/h): 75
Fuel Capacity (liters):
Main Tank: 300
Aux Tank: 60
Towing Capability (kg):
Off Highway: 5,000
On Highway: 10,000
CARGO SPACE
Height (mm): 872
Width (m): 2.43
Length (m): 3.9
Cargo Bed Area (m2): 9.5
VARIANTS
URAL-375: Observation hatch and unimproved powertrain
URAL-375E: Decontamination vehicle
URAL-375N: 2,000 kg additional payload
URAL-375S: Truck-tractor
URAL-375T: Equipped with winch
NOTES
Besides functioning as a general cargo carrier, the Ural-375D is used as a prime mover for light and medium artillery. The Ural-375 chassis also serves as a base for the BM-21 MRL, POL tankers, vans, and cranes. The Ural-4320 began to replace the Ural-375D around 1978.

http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/row/weg.pdf

[ArmySGT.]

KRAZ-255





Technical data:

Length: 8.645 mm
Width: : 2.750 mm
Height: 3.170 mm (tilt on)
Headroom: 360 mm
Weight: 11.9 tonnes
Angle of climb: 47°

Engine:

JaMAZ 238, 8-valved diesel, direct injection, 14.860 cm³
A Pre-heating system included
Power: 176 KW at 2100 rpm
Consumption: 25 l/100 km
Speed: 70 km/h
Operational range: 750 km

http://www.mortarinvestments.eu/prod...-3/kraz-255-23

KrAZ-255 B, heavy truck. KRAZ-255B utilized four-stroke 8-cylinder diesel engine JAMZ-238, two-line V power plant with 240HP at 2100rpm, swept volume 14.86l. Fuel consumption on road when loaded is 38-45l of diesel fuel. This truck can tow up to 18ton trailer in terrain.

Curb weight: 12.275kg
Payload: 7.500kg
Trailer weight: 50.000kg on road, 10.000kg in terrain
Length: 8.64m Width: 2.90m Height (with tarpaulin): 3.20m
Wheelbase: 4.60 + 1.40m
Track: 2.16m
Clear height: 0.36m
Cargo area: 4.56 x 2.51 x 0.34m
Axle sign: 6x6
Engine: JAMZ-238
Number of cylinders: 8, V-engine
Fuel: diesel fuel
Power output: 195kW (265k at 2100rpm)
Cooling: liquid
Clutch: dry, double-disc
Gearbox: manual 5+1 Range gearbox: 2°
Axles: fixed
Suspension: leaf springs
Brakes: pneumatic
Tyre pressurization: central
Cabin: full-metal, cowl, 3 seats
Fuel tank: 300 l
Max. speed: 76km/h
Max. climb: 58%
Ford depth: 1m
Angle of approach/departure: 49°/34°

http://www.stvgroup.cz/en/PRODUCTS-S...platform-lorry

SYSTEM
Alternative Designations: INA
Date of Introduction: 1967
Proliferation: Widespread
Description:
Troop Capacity: 3 in cab, 16 in rear
Weight (mt):
Gross Vehicle Weight: 19.7
Curb: 12
Length Overall (m): 8.64
Height Overall (m): 2.94
Width Overall (m): 2.75
Payload (kg): 7,500
Number of Axles: 3
Ground Clearance (mm): 360
Turning Radius (m): 14
Wheels:
Size (in): 20x21
Central Tire Pressure Regulation System: Yes
Run Flat: INA
AUTOMOTIVE
Engine: V8, 265 hp, diesel
Cooling: Water
Cruising Range (road) (km): 850
Speed (km/h): 70
Fuel Capacity (liters):
Right Tank: 165
Left Tank: 165
Towing Capability (kg):
Off Highway: 10,000
On Highway: 50,000
Gradient (loaded) (°): 30
Fording Depths (m): 1
CARGO SPACE
Length (m): 4.56
Width (m): 2.5
Height (m): .92
Cargo Bed Area (m2): INA
VARIANTS
KrAZ-258: Tractor-truck
Numerous other variants for various duties.
NOTES
Primarily designed as a cargo truck, the KrAZ-255B is also used as a prime mover for various equipment including a tank-transporter trailer and PMP pontoon bridge.

http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/row/weg.pdf

[ArmySGT.]

Ural 4320









Specifications
Ural-4320 truck specifications
YaMZ-238M2 engine YaMZ-236M2 engine
Cab design: Forward-mounted engine
Seating capacity (in cab): 3 3
GVWR: 15,300 kg (33,750 lb) 14,975 kg (33,000 lb)
Weight of load carried: 6,000 kg (13,200 lb) 5,000 kg (11,000 lb)
Suspension: solid axles, leaf springs, rear wheels at balance-cart
GVWR of towed trailer: 11,500 kg (25,350 lb)
Top speed: 82 km/h (51 mph) 75 km/h (47 mph)
Engine: liquid-cooled V-8 diesel V6 diesel
Power: 240 PS (177 kW) 180 PS (132 kW)
Transmission: five-speed gearbox, two-speed distributor box with
interaxle locked differential.
Body: metal, with tailgate, removable bows and a canopy, two foldable
side and one removable middle benches.
Seating capacity: 27 27
Tires: with controlled air pressure OI-25 14.00-20 HC(PR)14

Early versions of the Ural 4320 were fitted with the Kamaz 740 V8 diesel engine. ohv, displacement 10,857 cc (bore/stroke 4.72"), compression ratio 16:1. Power 210 PS (154 kW; 207 hp) at 2,600 rpm. Torque 470 lb·ft (640 N·m) at 1,500 rpm.

The Ural-4320 is a general purpose off-road 6x6 truck, produced at the Ural Automotive Plant in Miass, Russia for use in the Russian army. Introduced in 1976, it is still in production today. The wheel arrangement for the Ural-4320 was designed for transporting cargo, people and trailers on all types of roads and terrain. It also serves as a launching platform for the BM-21 "Grad" rocket launcher.

The Ural-4320 is a diesel-powered development of the Ural-375D. The Ural-4320 chassis has good ground clearance, so it is preferred in regions where roads are difficult to traverse due to sand or big rocks. In the proverbial Russian tradition, the Ural-4320 is reliable and easy to repair and maintain. It has civilian uses as a fire truck, a garbage truck, or a logging truck. It is also used for water, oil and gas drilling using the 1BA15 and URB-3A3 drilling rigs, which are mounted on the Ural-4320 chassis.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ural-4320

SPECIFICATIONS
Payload, kg
- on hard roads 8,000
- on all kinds of road and cross country 6,500
Payload on chassis, kg 8,000
Gross trailer weight, kg 12,000
Truck kerb weight, kg 8,500
Gross vehicle weight, kg 15,300
G.V.W. distribution, kg:
- through front axle 4,800
- through axle bogie 10,500
Maximum traveling speed, km/h 90
Maximum upgrade angle, degree 31
Engine
diesel, V-8,
liquid-cooled
- rated power, kW (hp) 176 (240)
- maximum torque, N·m (kgf·m) 883 (90)
Transmission five-speed gear box, two-speed
transfer case with interaxle
locked differential
Tires 14.00-20 (370-508)
with controllable pressure
Tire pressure control system is centralized, the control is carried out from driver's seat; it ensures tire pressure change when moving on terrain with low ground carrying capacity. The truck movement with small tire damages is possible.
Bed metal, with drop tail gate,
equipped with removable arches and canopy
Seats for people 27
Bed internal dimensions, mm 3890×2330×1000
Auxiliary power take-off and winch - optional.
Winch - drum type, tractive effort 7-9 tf, rope length 60m.

URAL-4320-31 Truck Dimensions
The all-terrain truck (wheel arrangement 6×6) is designed for transportation of cargoes, people and towing trailers on all kinds of roads and terrain.

http://www.uralaz-tdr.com/ural_4320_31_truck.html

[dragoon500ly]

Originally Posted by WallShadow

What, no Studebaker trucks? Studebakers were beloved by the Russians due to Lend-Lease, and many became or were copied into becoming Katyushas. If you look really closely at many late 40's/early 50's utility vehicles, you can see the Yankee-made bloodline running close to the surface--the UAZ was a quick knock-off of the Willys Jeep, the BRDM-1 was a beefed-up clone of the GPA "SEEP" amphibious Jeep (unloved by the Allies, adored by the Soviets), many of the Deuce-and-a-Halfski trucks look like Studebakers, and the 4-wheeled M3 White Scout car, many of which made the Lend-Lease route, evolved into a 6-wheeled Soviet armored transport--BTR-152, Let's not forgetthe the Soviet Bear bomber was reverse-engineered from a B-29 that made a forced landing flying over Russian territory.

The Studebaker-clones would be the GAZ-63. ZIL-151, Zil-131, Z-157 series, the Ural 375, KrAZ-214/255-series resemble 2.5-ton trucks ala the Vietnam War era.

source is the FM-100-2-3

[WallShadow]

Why innovate when the "technology donor" has done all the legwork and worked out the bugs?

[ArmySGT.]

MAZ-535A





MAZ-537



MAZ-535 is a Soviet/Russian army vehicle, an artillery truck designed and developed by MAZ, Minsk automobile plant, Belarus. Designed in the beginning of 1960s.

MAZ-535A was capable of towing an R-14 IRBM.
Specifications

wheel formula - 8x8
carrying capacity - 7,000 kg (15,432 lb)
max weight - 18,975 kg (41,833 lb)
trailer weight - 15,000 kg (33,069 lb)
velocity - 60 km/h (37 mph)
dimensions - 8,780 mm (345.7 in)x2,805 mm (110.4 in)x2,915 mm (114.8 in)
track width - 2,150 mm (84.6 in)
wheelbase - 5,750 mm (226.4 in)
engine - liquid-cooled diesel
power 375 hp (280 kW) (on 1650 rpms)

Manufacturer MAZ
Production 1958-?
Assembly Minsk
Class Truck
Engine 38.8L D12A-375 48 valve V12 diesel, 375 hp

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MAZ-535

MAZ-535 is a Soviet/Russian army vehicle, an artillery truck designed and developed by MAZ, Minsk automobile plant, Belarus. Designed in the beginning of 1960s.

MAZ-535A was capable of towing an R-14 IRBM.
Specifications

wheel formula - 8x8
carrying capacity - 7,000 kg (15,432 lb)
max weight - 18,975 kg (41,833 lb)
trailer weight - 15,000 kg (33,069 lb)
velocity - 60 km/h (37 mph)
dimensions - 8,780 mm (345.7 in)x2,805 mm (110.4 in)x2,915 mm (114.8 in)
track width - 2,150 mm (84.6 in)
wheel base - 5,750 mm (226.4 in)
engine - liquid-cooled diesel
power - 375 hp (280 kW) (on 1650 rpms)

The R-14 Chusovaya (Russian: Чусовая) was a theatre ballistic missile developed by the Soviet Union during the Cold War. The missile was gradually replaced by SS-20 missiles and by the mid 1980s most had been taken out of service. The last missiles was scrapped on August 9, 1989.

http://www.tanknutdave.com/component...nt/article/419

The design of the MAZ-537 series began during the early 1960s to produce a heavy load carrier and construction vehicle for use in remote areas. It is a further development of the MAZ-535 8x8 artillery tractor. Production of the MAZ-537 commenced in 1963 and it was first observed in 1964. Production of all variants was carried out at the Mink Motor Vehicle Plant. Most versions of the MAZ-537 are used as tank transporters. Despite it's age this heavy military vehicle is still in service with a number of countries, including Russia.

The MAZ-537 tank transporter can tow semi-trailers with medium and main battle tanks with a maximum weight of 50 000 kg both on roads and rugged terrain. It is still capable of towing any MBT currently in service with the Russian Army.

A forward control cab provides seating for driver and three passengers.

The MAZ-537 is powered by a standard tank engine, developing 525 hp. It is worth mentioning, that this engine had a short service life. Vehicle has a full-time all-wheel drive. There is a power assisted steering of front four wheels. Standard equipment includes an engine pre-heater, to assist starting in cold climate, and powerful cab heaters. A central tyre inflation system is fitted, to provide better traction over sand and soft ground.

From the MAZ-535/537 series the MAZ-543 evolved as a specialist carrier vehicle which was also used to carry numerous missile and rocket systems such as the SS-1 Scud series, the SS-12 Scaleboard and the SSC-3 coastal defense missile. In the early 80s the tank transporter version was succeeded by the KZKT-7428 Rusich.



Variants



MAZ-537A 15-tonne cargo/ballast tractor, which could tow loads with a maximum weight of 75 t on hard surface roads and up to 30 t on rugged terrain. This vehicle is fitted with a self-recovery winch. It entered production in 1964;

MAZ-537G it is the most widespread version. This tank transporter is fitted with additional loading winches and a self-recovery winch. It's production commenced in 1964;

MAZ-537D prime mover, fitted with auxiliary generator. It was intended to tow special semi-trailers with missiles. It's production commenced in 1964;

MAZ-537E designed to tow semi-trailers with active steering. Entered production in 1966;

MAZ-537K cargo truck, fitted with a small load-handling crane. A version carrying a turntable crane has been reported;

MAZ-537L ballast tractor, intended to tow airplanes with a maximum weight of 200 t;

MAZ-537M upgraded version, fitted with a YaMZ-240 diesel engine, developing 500 hp. This engine has a longer service life. Vehicle also had a number of other upgrades;

KET-T and MTP-A4 heavy recovery vehicles.

Entered service 1963
Configuration 8x8
Cab seating 1 + 3 men
Dimensions and weight
Weight (empty) 22 t
Towing load 50 t
Length 9.13 m
Width 2.88 m
Height 2.89 m
Mobility
Engine D12A-525 38.9-liter diesel
Engine power 525 hp
Maximum road speed 55 - 60 km/h
Range 650 km
Maneuverability
Gradient ?
Side slope ?
Vertical step ?
Trench ?
Fording 1.3 m

http://www.military-today.com/trucks/maz_537.htm

[ArmySGT.]

KZKT-7428 Rusich










Entered service 1981
Configuration 8x8
Cab seating 1 + 5 men
Dimensions and weight
Weight 23.7 t
Towing load 70 t
Length 10.06 m
Width 2.88 m
Height 3.42 m
Mobility
Engine YaMZ-8401.10-14 diesel
Engine power 650 hp
Maximum road speed 65 km/h
Range 700 km
Maneuverability
Gradient ?
Side slope ?
Vertical step ?
Trench 1 m
Fording 1.1 m

The KZKT-7428 Rusich prime mover is designed to haul semi-trailers with heavy loads up to a maximum weight of 70 t, both on road and rugged terrain. It entered service with the Soviet Army in 1981 and replaced in production the previous MAZ-537. Currently the Rusich JSC (formerly Kurgan Plant of Wheeled Trucks) is the only Russian producer of heavy wheeled vehicles. The KZKT-7428 series vehicles are also commercially available and are used in oil and gas industry.

Cab of this tank transporter provides accommodation for 5 passengers. The rear seats can be transformed to sleeping benches for two men.

The Rusich prime mover is powered by the YaMZ-8401.10-14 turbocharged diesel engine, developing 650 hp. Engine is located behind the cab. The KZKT-7428 has considerable cross-country capability. Vehicle can operate in any climatic conditions in temperature ranges from -50 to +50°C.



Variants



KZKT-7428-011 baseline model;

KZKT-74281-011, additionally fitted with a 15 t capacity loading winch;

KZKT-7428-012, fitted with the D12A-525A diesel engine, developing 525 hp. The same powerlant is used on the MAZ-537 and MAZ-543 heavy utility trucks;

KZKT-7428-013, fitted with the Cummins KTTA19-C650 diesel, developing 650 hp;

KZKT-7428-014 pipeline hauler;

KZKT-74282 ballast tractor, intended to haul aircraft, oversized and heavy loads;

MTP-A4 repair and recovery vehicle, based on the KZKT-74281-012 chassis. It carries spares and is used to recover, tow and repair other damaged heavy wheeled vehicles.

http://www.strategia.kurgan.ru/eng/products/7428.html

[ArmySGT.]

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[Michael Koenig]

Greetings

Looking for reference on MAZ 537 D - Soviet 8x8 prime mover with aux. electric generator driven off PTO to power additional electric motors mounted on super heavy missile transport trailers.

Need info especially on equipment deck behind cab as remained of vehicle seems to be standard MAZ 537