| MAZ-541 | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | MAZ |
| Production |
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| Assembly | Minsk Automobile Plant [1] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | Aircraft tug |
| Layout | F4 layout/FR layout |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 38.8L D-12A V12 diesel, 500 bhp |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual + 2-speed auxiliary gearbox |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 7,797 mm (307.0 in) |
| Width | 3,400 mm (133.9 in) |
| Height | 2,802 mm (110.3 in) |
| Curb weight | 28,230 kg (62,236 lb) |
The MAZ-541 was a Soviet aircraft tug.
Conventional trucks were previously used to tow aircraft, but with the appearance of the Tu-104 and Tu-114, more powerful vehicles were needed. MAZ-535 tractors were used, but its height required a longer tow bar; as a result, maneuverability worsened as the tractor often had to turn around and reconnect. This not only caused flight delays, but also created an unsafe environment at the airport. Development of the MAZ-541 started in 1956.
It was reportedly used at Sheremetyevo International Airport. [1]
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