UAZ-469

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UAZ Hunter
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Overview
Manufacturer UAZ
Also calledUAZ-469 / UAZ-469B (1971–1985)
UAZ-3151 / UAZ-31512 (1985–2003) [1]
UAZ Tundra 469 (West Germany, 1971–1991) [2]
UAZ Tigr (2005–2012)
Baijah Taigah (Germany, 2003–2007)
MWM Spartan (Czech Rep., 2020–present)
Production1971–present
AssemblySoviet Union / Russia: Ulyanovsk
Germany: Bad Nauheim (Baijah Automotive: 2003–2007)
Cuba: Camagüey (Empresa Reparadora José Smith Comas: 2003–present)
Azerbaijan: Ganja (Ganja Auto Plant: 2005–present)
Ukraine: Kremenchuk (KrAZ: 2004–present)
Vietnam: Hanoi (Thanh Xuan Industry Automobile-Motorbike Co.: 2003–present)
Sudan: Port Sudan (2006–present)
Czech Republic: Štěnovice (MW Motors: 2020–present)
Body and chassis
Body style 4-door SUV [3]
Layout Front-engine, four-wheel drive [3]
Related Beijing BJ212
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission 4-speed or 5-speed manual gearbox 2-speed transfer shift
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,380 mm (93.7 in)
Length4,025 mm (158.5 in)
Width1,785 mm (70.3 in)
Height2,050 mm (80.7 in)
Curb weight 1,700 kg (3,747.9 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor GAZ-69
Successor UAZ Simbir

The UAZ-469, later sold as the UAZ-3151 and UAZ Hunter, is an off-road military light utility vehicle manufactured by UAZ since 1971. It was used by Soviet and other Warsaw Pact armed forces, as well as paramilitary units in Eastern Bloc countries. In the Soviet Union, it also saw widespread service in state organizations that needed a robust and durable off-road vehicle. Standard military versions included seating for seven personnel. [3]

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History

Using the same chassis as the GAZ-69 but with a new body, [4] the UAZ-469 was introduced in 1971 to replace the GAZ-69. It is powered by the same 75 hp (55 kW)2,445 cc (149.2 cu in) UMZ-452MI inline-four engine as the UAZ-452 and is able to run on gasoline with an octane rating as low as 72 (although 76 was preferred). [5] This engine was used in a variety of Soviet vehicles, including the GAZ-21 Volga passenger car. The UAZ-469 presented two great advantages: it was able to drive in virtually any terrain and it was very easy to repair. The vehicle was originally not available for purchase by the public, but many were sold as surplus to private owners. [3] Modifications include a basic UAZ-469B with ground clearance of 220 mm (8.7 in), and a specialized military UAZ-469, with ground clearance increased to 300 mm (12 in).

After slight modernisation in 1985, due to new industry designation standards, modifications were renamed: the UAZ-469 became the UAZ-3151, while the UAZ-469B became the UAZ-31512.

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UAZ Hunter at Interpolitex 2011

In 2003 an updated version of the old UAZ-469B was introduced, it was named UAZ Hunter. [3] [6] Manufacture of the UAZ-31512 for the Russian Army continued until 2011, [7] while manufacture for the civilian market was discontinued in 2005 due to new emission standards.

The UAZ-469 was exported to eighty countries, [8] and between 1.65 to 2 million units of the vehicle and its variants were produced. [9] [10] The Hunter was originally sold in Germany and some Asian countries as the "UAZ Tigr" (Tiger), until General Motors complained that the name was too similar to the Opel Tigra, and in Germany, it was renamed "Baijah Taigah". [8]

In 2010 in honor of the Victory Day UAZ launched a limited edition of Hunter under the original 469 nameplate.

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Post-facelift UAZ Hunter in Poznan

In 2011 UAZ Hunter undergone a facelift bringing back the classic bumpers and removing the plastic moldings, returning to the original look, similar to 2010 469. Following the facelift UAZ launched a series of limited editions and special series.

In 2015 it was decided to discontinue the Hunter due to its outdated technology. In order to commemorate this and the Victory Day UAZ launched a limited 'Victory Series' with a livery inspired by the planes from the Soviet war drama Only "Old Men" Are Going Into Battle. The next year after the final edition the factory changed their decision and brought back UAZ Hunter back into production.

Specifications

The original version uses a 2.45-liter four-cylinder engine. From 2010 until 2013 it had a 2.7 L (2,693 cc) engine producing 112 hp (82 kW). [1]

Engine
2,450 cc petrol, in-line 4-cylinder, water cooled, 75 hp (55 kW) at 4,000 rpm, 166.7 N⋅m (123.0 lb⋅ft) at 2,200 rpm [11]
Fuel
Carburettor system, uses 76-octane petrol, tank capacity is 78 litres
Transmission
4-speed manual gearbox, 2-speed transfer case, 4-wheel drive
Front axle
Live axle with coil springs, drum brakes
Rear axle
Live axle with leaf springs, drum brakes
Dimensions and weights

Modifications

A police patrol car version was available, based on the UAZ-31512-UMM with an insulated five-door metal body and optional special equipment. [13]

Special Editions

In Mexico, a special package called Vallarta Kit, named after the beach resort of Puerto Vallarta, was released featuring a winch, steering assembly and gearbox reinforcement, snorkel, suspension kit and LED headlights, among other extras. [14]

Other variants

Concepts and prototypes

Vehicles based on UAZ Hunter

The UAZ-469B formed the basis of the TREKOL-39041 amphibious vehicle. [20]

Users

A UAZ-3151 on parade in Minsk, July 2017. Parad po sluchaiu Dnia nezavisimosti Belorussii pri uchastii aviatsii ZVO (16).jpg
A UAZ-3151 on parade in Minsk, July 2017.

Former users

Service history

See also

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Cars Database - UAZ 469". Roman Pashkeev. Archived from the original on 2013-11-08. Retrieved 2013-11-09.
  2. ↑ "1980 UAZ 469 B". IMCDB. The fact that they have or not the "B" in the name depending also if it had or not portal axles fitted;into story of Italian UAZ site they say also that "469 B" was military denomination chosen by Importer for put in sale that vehicle in Italy, being "31512" name that of original civilian version at home;e.g., in West Germany into '70s, the same civilian UAZ was marketed as "Tundra 469 B";by that, it's easy to understand that if us were in presence of a military one, then was a UAZ 469(with portal axles)or a 469 B(without portal axles);if civilian version, therefore only UAZ 31512(but if wrongly named 469 B at export);warning, but:some military cars into movies sometimes were civilian ones converted in military for be filmed, so isn't easy to say if us were in presence of a true surplus ex-military one or a civilian one retouched and re-painted(when needs)as a military-spec vehicle.
  3. 1 2 3 4 5 "UAZ All-Terrain Vehicles: History, Photographs, and Links". kitoy.ru. Archived from the original on 2013-11-09. Retrieved 2013-11-09.
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  5. ↑ Thompson, p.178.
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  8. 1 2 Thompson, p.333 caption.
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  12. ↑ The GAZ-69 had differentials with two satellites but the UAZ-469B uses four satellites due to its higher torque.
  13. ↑ ТУ 78.2.071-92
  14. ↑ "UAZ". Archived from the original on 2018-12-16. Retrieved 2018-12-13.
  15. ↑ В Польше переделывали наши УАЗ-469 в необычные санитарки с удлиненным кузовом (in Russian)
  16. ↑ Уазбука (2012). "Oise firms brothers Martorell" (in Russian). Archived from the original on 2012-12-21.
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  26. 1 2 Foss & Gander 1999, p. 728.
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  28. 1 2 3 Foss & Gander 1999, p. 730.
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  30. 1 2 3 4 Foss & Gander 1999, p. 731.
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  36. ↑ Foss & Gander 1999, p. 734.
  37. ↑ "Handbook Of Pre-War Yemeni Fighting Vehicles". Oryx. Retrieved 24 May 2023.
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  39. ↑ Foss & Gander 1999, p. 729.
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