GAZ-66

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GAZ-66
Red GAZ-66.jpg
Overview
Manufacturer GAZ
Production1964-1998
Body and chassis
Class Truck
Layout F4 layout
Powertrain
Transmission 4-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase 3,300 mm (129.9 in)
Length5,805 mm (228.5 in)
Width2,322 mm (91.4 in)
Height2,520 mm (99.2 in)
Curb weight 3,440 kg (7,584 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor GAZ-63
Successor GAZ-3308

The GAZ-66 is a Soviet and later Russian 4x4 all-road (off-road) military truck produced by GAZ. It was one of the main cargo vehicles for motorized infantry of the Soviet Army and is still employed in former Soviet Union countries. [1] It is nicknamed shishiga (шишига), shisharik (шишарик)/shehsherik (шешерик), trueman (in Siberia).

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History

After tests and trials, in 1969 GAZ-66 received the state quality mark of the USSR. It was the first USSR truck to receive such an award. [2]

Almost one million vehicles of this type were built for both military and civilian use. The GAZ-66 has gained legendary status in many countries due to its reliability, simplicity and off-road capability. [3] Since the 1960s, the GAZ-66 has been popular with armed forces and off-road enthusiasts. [4] Production ceased in 1999, with the GAZ-3308 being produced instead.

Basic versions

GAZ-66 based fire engine Tolna Feuerwehr 0032.JPG
GAZ-66 based fire engine
GAZ-66 tanker A GAZ-66 truck at Tambov Airshow 2007.jpg
GAZ-66 tanker
GAZ-66 with KUNG body. GAZ 66.jpg
GAZ-66 with KUNG body.
GAZ-66 platform truck GAZ-66 v Khabarovske.JPG
GAZ-66 platform truck
GAZ-66 in Russian military service GAZ-66 truck in Russian military service, used as a communication centre.jpg
GAZ-66 in Russian military service
GAZ-66 in military service with the PAIGC liberation movement in Guinea-Bissau, 1973 ASC Leiden - Coutinho Collection - G 20 - Life in Ziguinchor, Senegal - PAIGC office in Ziguinchor, also Coutinho's home - 1973.tif
GAZ-66 in military service with the PAIGC liberation movement in Guinea-Bissau, 1973

Military versions

Export versions

Specialised versions

Operators

Former operators

Specifications

Specifications for GAZ-66-11 [17] [18]

Design
Engine
Brakes
Measurements
Maneuverability
Tires
Soviet stamp, 1971 The Soviet Union 1971 CPA 3998 stamp (GAZ-66 Truck).jpg
Soviet stamp, 1971

Bibliography

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