MDK-3 Russian Tracked Trench-Digging Vehicle
MDK-3
Tracked Comprehensive Mine-Clearing Vehicle (TCMCV),
Other
Basic Information
Name
MDK-3 Russian Tracked Trench-Digging Vehicle
Designation
MDK-3
Alternate Designation
MDK-3
Equipment Type
Tracked Comprehensive Mine-Clearing Vehicle (TCMCV),
Manufacturer
Izdeliye 453
Date of Introduction
1986
Description
The MDK-3 trench-digging machine (maschina dorozhnoy kopatelnoy) was developed as the Russian armyʼs intended replacement of the MDK-2, and MDK-2M, full details of which can be found elsewhere in this section.
Ground Specifications
Crew
2
Engine
V-12 Diesel (710 hp)
Variants
MDK-2
The MDK-2 is used for digging weapon trenches and pits for vehicles, guns, and other equipment.
MDK-2M
Improved Version.
System
Alternative Designation
MDK-3
Type
Tracked Trench-Digging Vehicle
Manufacturer
Izdeliye 453
Crew
2 ea
Chassis
MT-T tracked artillery tractor
Bulldozer Blade
Yes
Crane Penetration
No
Ground Penetrating Radar
No
Mine Clearing
Limited with blade
Proofing Roller
No
Bucket Loader
No
Back-hoe Excavator
No
Scatterable Mine Dispenser
No
Ditch Trencher
Yes
Dimensions
Length, in Travel Configuration
10.22 m
Length, While Trench Digging
11.75 m
Width, in Travel Configuration
3.23 m
Width, While Trench Digging
4.6 m
Height, in Travel Configuration
4.04 m
Height, While Trench Digging
3.25 m
Weight
39.5 Tons
Automotive
Engine Name
V-64-4
Engine Type
V12 Diesel
Engine Power
710 hp
Cruising Range
500 km
Speed, Maximum Road
70 km/h
Speed, Average Cross
35 km/h
Speed Maximum Swim
INA
Fording Depth
INA
Ditching Machine Characteristics
Maximum Digging Depth
3 m
Digging Width
3.5 m
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
4.04 m
Weight
39500 kg
Operators (3)
Russia
Ukraine
CFE Treaty
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