KrAZ-255B Russian 6x6 Cargo Truck
Cargo Truck
Other
Basic Information
Name
KrAZ-255B Russian 6x6 Cargo Truck
Designation
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Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Cargo Truck
Manufacturer
Kraz
Date of Introduction
1967
Description
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.
Ground Specifications
Crew
1
Engine
V-8 Diesel
Max Speed
71.0 km/h
Range
825.0 km
Variants
KrAZ-255B
Baseline tactical truck model, produced since 1967. Features cargo area with tarpaulin cover.
Kraz 255B1
The KrAZ-255B (B1) was a later model equipped with a new dual-circuit braking system that replaced an earlier single circuit system
KzAZ-255BT /VT
From 1972, production of versions for Tropical (T) climates and temperatures up to +50°С were introduced, such models having a revised KrAZ-255BT or VT (T - Tropical) designation.
KrAZ-255 (V1)
The KrAZ-255 (V1) fifth-wheel tractor is based on the KrAZ-255B (B1) and can tow semi-trailers weighing up to 26,000 kg on roads, or 18,000 kg across country.
KrAZ-255L (L1)
KrAZ-255L (L1) (6 × 6) timber truck tractor, based on the KrAZ with a load carrying capacity of 8,000 kg. The KrAZ-255L (L1) timber truck tractor forms a road train when used in conjunction with the TMZ-9383 two-axle timber trailer; GVW of the road train is 39,000 kg.
KrAZ-256B (B1)
The KrAZ-256B (B1) is a 6 × 4 dump truck with a load carrying capacity of 12,000 kg.
KrAZ-258 (B1)
KrAZ-258 (B1) is a 6 × 6 fifth-wheel tractor truck with a load carrying capacity of 12,000 kg and the ability to tow assorted semi-trailers of up to 30,000 kg.
System
Alternate Designations
Kraz-255B; Kraz 255
Type
Cargo Truck
Manufacturer
Kraz
Configuration
6x6
Crew
1 + 1 in cab (driver, passenger)
Cargo Capacity
7,500 kg
Towed Load, On Road
30,000 kg
Towed Load, Off Road
10,000 kg
Dimensions
Length
8.65 m
Width
2.94 m
Height
3.18 m
Weight Empty
11.9 tons
Weight, Maximum Load
20 tons
Ground Clearance
0.63 m
Automotive
Engine Name
YaMZ-238
Engine Type
V8 Diesel
Engine HP
240 hp at 2.100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio, Empty
20 hp/t empty
Power-to-Weight Ratio, Full
12 hp/t max load
Fuel Capacity
330 liters
Transmission
Manual, 5 forward, 1 reverse
Electrical System
24V
Suspension
(front) longitudinal semi-elliptic springs; (rear) equaliser type on 2 longitudinal semi-elliptical springs
Steering
screw and nut with roller ball, hydraulic booster
Brakes
air, drums front and rear
Tires
1300 × 530-533
Range
825 - 950 km on road
Maximum Speed
71 km/h on road
Gradient
58 %
Vertical Obstacle
0.600m
Trench
0.680m
Protection
Armor
None, soft skin vehicle
Applique Armor
INA
Active Projection System
No
NBC Protection
No
Smoke Equipment
No
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
Transportation
Land > Combat Support Vehicles > Transportation
Filter Label
K
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
8.65 m
Width
2.94 m
Height
3.18 m
Weight
20000 kg
Operators (20)
Russia
Ukraine
Poland
India
North Korea
Serbia
Bulgaria
Georgia
Hungary
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Lebanon
Lithuania
Romania
Slovakia
Slovenia
Turkmenistan
Uzbekistan
Vietnam
Kurdistan
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