KrAZ-260



Overview


ATZ-9.3-260

ATZ-9.3-260 tanker truck based on KrAZ-260 6x6 tactical truck chassis.

Source: Vitaly V. Kuzmin - © GNU Attribution Share Alike license

Origin
Soviet Union
Type
Tactical truck
Entered service
1979
Status
In service
Development
1970's
Developer
Soviet Union - KrAZ
Production
1979 - 1993, series production since 1981
Producers
Soviet Union - KrAZ
Ukraine - KrAZ
Number produced
15.279 vehicles of KrAZ-260 type
Notable users
Ukraine
Soviet Union
East Germany

Introduction


The KrAZ-260 is a tactical truck of Soviet origin. It was developed by KrAZ in the 1970's as a replacement for the KrAZ-255 series of tactical trucks. For many years both types were produced side by side. The KrAZ-260 features a turbocharged engine and new cabin design. Despite the differences 8 out of 10 parts are interchangeable. Both KrAZ-255 and KrAZ-260 were replaced on the production line by the KrAZ-6322.

Variants


KrAZ-260 truck variants

KrAZ-260
Baseline tactical truck variant. Features a 9 t cargo capacity.
KrAZ-260V
Tractor truck variant. This variant is used with various types of trailers, including low loaders and transport and launch equipment for SAM systems
KrAZ-260A
Variant of the KrAZ-260 with more capable YaMZ-238N engine.
KrAZ-260G
Long wheelbase variant of the KrAZ-260. This chassis is used for several types of specialist vehicles, inclusing the PPS-84 pontoon system.

Specialist vehicles based on KrAZ-260 chassis

PPS-84
Pontoon bridge and ferry system.
Bridge laying vehicle.
USM-2
Bridge construction vehicle.
ATZ-9.3-260
Fuel truck.
EOV-4422
Military bucket excavator.
KS-3576
Military field crane.
BM-21K
Upgrade for BM-21 systems developed in the Ukraine, replacing old Ural-375D chassis with KrAZ-260A.

Details


Facts KrAZ-260
General
Origin
Soviet Union
Type
Tactical truck
Crew
1 + 2 (driver + 2 passengers in cab)
Dimensions
Weight
12.775 kg empty
22 t with max load
Length
9.03 m
Width
2.72 m
Height
2.99 m to cab roof
3.12 m with awning
Cargo capacity
Max load
9.0 t
Towed load
30 t on road
10 t off road
Chassis
Chassis type
Wheeled chassis, 6x6
Tread
2.16 m
Wheelbase
4.6 m + 1.4 m
Steering
Front wheels
Automotive
Engine model
YaMZ-238L
Engine type
14.9 L 8-cylinder diesel
Power output
300 hp
Transmission
8 forward, 2 reverse
Fuel
330 L + 50 L reserve
Mobility
Speed
80 km/h on road
Range
1.000 km on road
Turn radius
26 m
Power to weight ratio
23.5 hp/t empty
13.6 hp/t with max load
Obstacle crossing
Ground clearance
0.37 m
Gradient
58 %
Fording
1.2 m
Protection
Armor type
None, softskin vehicle
NBC system
No
Smoke system
No
Fire suppression
No

Related articles


KrAZ-255

The KrAZ-260 is based on the earlier KrAZ-255 and many parts are interchangeable.