GAZ-66

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GAZ-66

The GAZ-66 is a Russian 4x4 all-road (off road) military truck produced by GAZ. It was the main transport vehicle for motorized infantry of the Soviet Army and is still employed in former Soviet Union countries. It is nicknamed shishiga (шишига) shehsherik (шешерик) trueman (in Siberia).

The GAZ-66 has gained legendary status in many countries around the world due to its reliability, simplicity and off-road capability. Thanks to standard features such as a front mounted winch, Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS) and self locking differentials the GAZ-66 is extremely popular with armed forces all around the world as well as off-road enthusiasts. Production ceased in 1999, with the GAZ-3308 being produced instead.

Specifications [edit]

Design

Cab-forward design, 2 seats cab + 21 passengers in back.

Payload: 4,410 lb (2,000 kg) plus the same weight trailer

Suspension: Solid axles with leaf springs

Engine

Type- V8 gasoline (carburetor) OHV engine

Displacement- 4,254 cc (Bore 3.62", stroke 3.15")

Compression Ratio- 6.7:1

Output- 115 hp (86 kW) @ 3,200 rpm

Torque- 166 lb·ft (225 N·m) @ 2,300 rpm. 4x2 gears

Max. speed- 56-59 mph (speed governed)

Brakes

Type- Drums, with hydraulic control, single circuit, servo assisted

Stopping distance from 20 mph- 27'

Measurements

LxWxH- 18 ft 7 in (5.66 m)x7 ft 8 in (2.34 m)x8 ft 0 in (2.44 m)(cab)/8 ft 3 in (2.51 m)(tent)

Wheelbase- 10 ft 9.9 in (3.30 m)

Track front/rear: 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)/5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)

Curb weight: 7,580 lb (3,440 kg)

Fuel tanks- 2 x 28 gal 2 x 105 lires

Fuel economy- 10 mpg (city) 12-15 mpg (highway)

Maneuverability

Turning circle- 62'

Approach angle- 41 deg.

Departure angle- 32 deg

Max. Ascent angle - 31 - 37 deg (fully loaded)

Ground clearance- 12.5"

Fording depth- 2'7.5"

Tyres

Size- 305R18

Pressure- Adjustable with central tyre inflation system from cab

Popular Culture [edit]

• In the 2010 game Call of Duty: Black Ops, the GAZ 66 is used as a transport for guards in the level "Vorkuta."

External links [edit]

Wikimedia Commons has media related to: GAZ-66

• English website for Russian Military Trucks
• The UK home of the Gaz 66
• Gaz-66 enthusiast group
• Gaz-66 enthusiast website
• Polish Gaz-66 site
• Gaz-66 expedition site
• Gaz-66 blog
• Gaz-66 Video
• Gaz-66 Video
• Gaz-66 Video
• History of the predecessor of GAZ-66 - GAZ-62 (rus)

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