GAZ-3409 - tracked all-terrain vehicle used to deliver goods and passengers to areas where there is no road. The basis of transport is "Sable". The Ministry of Emergency Situations and the Customs Service became the first consumers of the machine, after which the project became interested in the oil and gas and geological industries. Recently, fishermen, hunters and fans of extreme sports have shown strong interest.
Performance characteristics of the GAZ-3409 "Beaver"
The all-terrain vehicle is popularly known as the "Beaver". Specifications:
- Curb weight - 3.6 tons;
- Load capacity - 600 kg;
- Capacity - 6 people (2 in the cabin and 4 in the cabin);
- The power of the power unit - 130 horsepower at 3.8 thousand revolutions;
- Maximum torque - 260 Nm at 1.8 thousand revolutions;
- The volume of the power plant - 2.8 liters;
- Number of cylinders - 4;
- Length - 4.6 meters;
- Width - 2.4 meters;
- Height - 2.8 meters;
- Wheelbase - 2.5 meters;
- Clearance - 43 centimeters;
- Average fuel consumption - 30 liters per 100 kilometers;
- Tank capacity - 185 liters;
- The maximum speed on the asphalt road is 63 km / h;
- Maximum speed on the water - 5 km / h.
High demand due to versatility. For transportation of passengers is equipped with a comfortable lounge with the necessary equipment. The car is capable of carrying loads of various types and special equipment. The option of transporting a trailer with a weight not exceeding 1.3 tons is available. By request, the manufacturing plant can convert the passenger version into a special purpose vehicle (fire engine, drilling rig, etc.).
Engineers have achieved a uniform distribution of the load over the entire plane of the tracks. This provides minimal pressure on the ground when moving, resulting in no damage to the soil and vegetation. Caterpillars are asphalt type, equipped with removable rubber shoes. This allows you to drive on public roads without special permission. You can operate in harsh conditions: transport can withstand temperatures from -50 to +40 degrees Celsius.
In the driver's cabin there is a gear shift lever and steering column, but it lacks the steering wheel. To control the levers are used, located on the sides of the chair. On the right side there are additional controls that affect the power take-off and power take-off. Some copies are equipped with automatic transmission with four gears.
The design is based on a standard tractor layout. The body is made by type of boat. The body is attached to the top of the frame. The American-Chinese engine is equipped with four cylinders, developing up to 130 horsepower. Caterpillars consist of tracks without lugs. The tracks turn relative to each other in the same direction. All-terrain vehicle is able to overcome swamps, rivers, snow-covered territory and other areas that are not equipped with an asphalt surface.
On the water moves due to the rotation of the tracks. Thanks to this quality GAZ-3409 Beaver got its name. Additional equipment includes deflectors that improve the controllability of equipment on the water. Floating car is controlled in the same way as on land. If necessary, you can stay in the middle of the pond. This feature relished fishermen.
Overview Salon GAZ-3409 "Beaver"
The main controls in the cabin are the gearshift lever and levers for controlling the tracks. As mentioned above, under the driver's right hand are additional levers of control of the range-shifter and power take-off. The spacious interior is equipped with soft seats, finished with quality material.
The client can order additional equipment: hatches for fresh air in summer and air conditioning. Diesel heating equipment operates independently of the engine. Sound and thermal insulation made at a high level.
Modifications GAZ-3409
On the basis of the standard version 3409, the manufacturing plant has developed several modifications, each of which has its own distinctive features.
34039 "Irbis"
Monokuzov received increased volume, which allowed to increase the number of passenger seats. The comfort of the cabin is enhanced in all respects: improved audio system, finishing materials, sound and thermal insulation, and much more. The working conditions of the driver are also improved. The engine was placed in the cabin, thereby improving access to it. The carrying capacity of the equipment is increased to 2 thousand kilograms.
Specifications:
- Curb weight - 5 tons;
- Load capacity - 2 tons;
- Capacity - 12 people (there are 4 beds);
- The volume of the power plant - 4.75 liters;
- Power - 122 horsepower;
- Number of cylinders - 4;
- Maximum torque - 423 Nm at 1,5 thousand rpm;
- Length - 6.3 meters;
- Width - 2.5 meters;
- Height - 2.9 meters;
- Wheelbase - 3.6 meters;
- Clearance - 40 centimeters;
- Trailer weight - no more than 2 tons;
- Tank capacity - 400 liters;
- Maximum speed on the road - 60 km / h;
- Maximum speed on the water - 6 km / h.
Benefits:
- Comfortable working conditions for the driver. The windshield provides a good overview;
- Reliable diesel engine runs stably and for a long time without serious damage;
- The spacious passenger compartment includes 4 beds;
- A hatch in the passenger compartment provides people with fresh air in the summer;
- Rubber-metal hinges double the working life of the caterpillars compared to the base model;
- The body and windows are protected by special metal gratings.
34039
The model is available in several versions. The main difference lies in the body - metal passenger or tent cargo-passenger. At the choice of the customer, the tracks are equipped with open or rubber-metal hinges.
Specifications:
- Curb weight - 4.8 tons;
- Load capacity - 1.2 tons;
- Capacity - 10 people (there are 4 beds);
- Engine displacement - 4.75;
- Power - 109 horsepower at 2.4 thousand revolutions;
- Maximum torque - 350 Nm at 1.7 thousand revolutions;
- The number of cylinders - 4;
- Length - 5.7 meters;
- Width - 2.5 meters;
- Height - 2 meters;
- Wheelbase - 3.6 meters;
- Clearance - 40 centimeters;
- Trailer weight - no more than 2 tons;
- Fuel tank - 370 liters;
- Maximum speed on the road - 60 km / h;
- The maximum speed of the water - 6 km / h.
Benefits:
- Fresh air in summer comes through 2 air vents;
- Heating equipment Webasto quickly heats the interior and maintains an acceptable temperature when the engine is off;
- The presence of the spotlight provides additional coverage at night.
3351
The two-link tracked all-terrain vehicle is equipped with a body made of fibroplastic. It is supplemented with fiberglass reinforcement. Sound and thermal insulation made of foam panels. The modular second link of the equipment provides for the installation of any special equipment.
Specifications:
- Curb weight - 4.7 tons;
- The load capacity of the first link is 600 kilograms;
- The load capacity of the second link is 1,400 kilograms;
- Capacity of the first link - 5 people;
- The capacity of the second link - 11 people;
- Engine capacity - 3.2 liters;
- The number of cylinders - 6;
- Power - 183 horsepower at 3.8 thousand revolutions;
- Maximum torque - 400 Nm at 2.2 thousand revolutions;
- Length - 7.3 meters;
- Width - 2.3 meters;
- Height - 2.5 meters;
- Clearance - 35 centimeters;
- Trailer weight - not more than 2.5 tons;
- Tank capacity - 200 liters;
- Maximum speed on the road - 55 km / h;
- The maximum speed of the water - 4 km / h.
Benefits:
- The steering column is equipped with a steering wheel, which simplifies handling;
- The automatic transmission provides stable and dynamic off-road driving (the driver is not distracted by constant gear shifting);
- Swivel hitch unique design gives the car high characteristics of terrain;
- Solid rubber tracks exert the smallest pressure on the ground in the family.
3344
This model has the best maneuverability in the single-link tracked all-terrain vehicles category. High performance achieved by transferring engine torque to the tracks of both links. Numerous tests have shown that 3344 is able to overcome high obstacles and overgrown forests.
Specifications:
- Curb weight - 8.7 tons;
- Load capacity of the first link - 500 kilograms;
- The load capacity of the second link - 2 tons;
- Capacity of the first link - 5 people;
- The capacity of the second link - 11 people;
- The volume of the power unit - 4.5 liters;
- Number of cylinders - 4;
- Power - 189 horsepower at 2.3 thousand revolutions;
- Maximum torque - 710 Nm at 1.6 thousand revolutions;
- Length - 9.9 meters;
- Width - 2.4 meters;
- Height - 2.8 meters;
- Clearance - 43 centimeters;
- Trailer weight - not more than 3 tons;
- Fuel tank - 250 liters;
- Maximum speed on the road - 60 km / h;
- The maximum speed of the water - 5 km / h.
Benefits:
- High permeability;
- Comfortable working conditions for the driver;
- Large capacity on the sum of two links;
- Modern heating equipment;
- Protection of glass, headlights and body metal grilles.
What can be concluded?
The all-terrain vehicle GAZ-3409 Bobr is one of the best developments of domestic specialists in recent years. The car copes with all the tasks. The equipment brought the greatest benefit to the Ministry of Emergency Situations: every year it delivers valuable cargo and specialists to remote areas of the country, which are exposed to seasonal natural disasters.
