MDK-2 Russian Tracked Trench-Digging Vehicle
MDK-2
Tracked Comprehensive Mine-Clearing Vehicle (TCMCV),
Other
Basic Information
Name
MDK-2 Russian Tracked Trench-Digging Vehicle
Designation
MDK-2
Alternate Designation
MDK-2
Equipment Type
Tracked Comprehensive Mine-Clearing Vehicle (TCMCV),
Manufacturer
Izdeliye 453
Date of Introduction
1959
Description
The MDK-2 trench-digging machine (maschina dorozhnoy kopatelnoy) is based on the chassis of the AT-T heavy tracked artillery tractor, this first appearing in the 1950s. Production of the AT-T heavy tracked artillery tractor, details of which can be found in the All-Terrain Carriers And Prime Movers section, is complete.
Ground Specifications
Crew
2
Engine
V-12 Diesel (415 hp)
Range
500.0 km
Variants
MDK-2
The MDK-2 is used for digging weapon trenches and pits for vehicles, guns, and other equipment.
MDK-2M
There is also an improved MDK-2M model, this having an increased working speed of 387 m³/h. Ditch depth remains 4.5 m, and width remains 4 m (top) and 3.5 m (bottom).
MDK-3
The MDK-3 trench-digging machine (maschina dorozhnoy kopatelnoy) was developed as the Russian armyʼs intended replacement of the MDK-2, and MDK-2M.
System
Alternative Designation
MDK-2
Type
Tracked Trench-Digging Vehicle
Manufacturer
Izdeliye 453
Crew
2 ea
Chassis
Based on the chassis of the AT-T heavy tracked artillery tractor.
Depth of Dug Ditch
4.5 m
Width of Dug Ditch, Top
4 m
Width of Dug Ditch, Bottom
3.5 m
Dimensions
Length, in Travel Configuration
8 m
Length, in Ditch Digging Configuration
10.23 m
Width, in Travel Configuration
4 m
Width, in Ditch Digging Configuration
INA
Height, in Travel Configuration
3.95 m
Height, in Ditch Digging Configuration
3.48 m
Weight
27,000 kg
Ground Pressure
0.73 Kgs/cm²
Automotive
Engine Name
V-401
Engine Type
V12 Diesel
Engine Power
415 hp at 1,600 rpm
Range
500 km
Speed, Maximum Road
35 km/h
Gradient
80%
Side Slope
22%
Main Weapon System
Note
The MDK-2 is not equipped with any mounted weapon systems
Protection
Hull Armor
None
Applique Armor
No
Mine Clearning
No
NBC Protection
Yes, overpressure
Smoke Equipment
No
Image Sources
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
Land
Land
Filter Label
M
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
—
Width
—
Height
3.95 m
Weight
27000 kg
Operators (3)
Russia
Ukraine
CFE Treaty
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