GAZ-3302 - the first car of a large family of medium-duty trucks assembled in Russia. Immediately after the launch of serial production, the model received high demand in the Russian market. Standard version vehicles carried loads of up to 1,500 kg. Over the long history of the engineers managed to develop about 20 modifications. Van GAZ-3302 is one of the most popular versions. Depending on the type, additional add-ons were installed. For example, "Farmer" got a double-row cabin.
History and general information about GAZ-3302
The model appeared in 1994 and launched a new family of affordable freight transport. In those years, the country needed just such cars. Due to the good technical characteristics of the car received high demand in the business. Due to its small size, the car felt good on the narrow streets of the countryside and in the dense stream of modern megacities.
GAZ-3302 was used to transport goods of various categories (including special equipment) and people. In the first year of production, this model could be found on many construction sites. A few years later, the body began to equip with special equipment, so cars began to use utilities. Traction characteristics made it possible to quickly get to the places of communication failures.
It was possible to achieve a low loading height (1 meter) due to the use of low-profile wheels. During the design of the cabin designers looked at foreign developments. This made it possible to create a comfortable working environment and a good overview of the road for the driver. Over the long history of mass production, the GAZ-3302 has been modernized several times, taking into account consumer feedback. The main advantage for the business was low gasoline consumption with good performance.
GAZ-3302 onboard was the base model of the family. Later, a chassis appeared, on which numerous superstructures could be installed. This increased the interest of consumers, as each customer could receive transportation to perform various tasks. Engineers when creating a new car took into account the peculiarities of domestic roads and climate. That is why the transport served for many years without serious damage. Versions of the last years of release began to equip the Chrysler motor with an improved piston system and an increased working resource reserve.
Technical characteristics GAZ-3302
Load capacity 3302 - one and a half tons. The main technical units drove more than 100 thousand kilometers without serious damage at elevated loads. The standard model has the following dimensions:
- Length - 5.5 meters;
- Width - 2.4 meters;
- Height (with awning) - 2.1 meters (2.6);
- Wheelbase - 2.9 meters;
- Weight - 3.5 tons.
To turn the transport required 55 centimeters in radius.
Fuel consumption
The fuel consumption of the GAZ-3302 of the first years of production exceeded the average market indicators, yielding some competitors in this indicator. The manufacturer indicated consumption at the level of 11-12 liters per 100 kilometers. In fact, it was 15-16 liters, and in some cases reached 20.
A few years after the start of the release, the engineers corrected this flaw. Consumption lowered to specified in the data sheet. In cars with power units Cummins, this figure was 9-10 liters per 100 kilometers.
Engine GAZ-3302
The family of medium tonnage trucks has a rich history of power plants. The first lots were equipped with ZMZ 4025.10 and 4026.10 engines. The first version had a capacity of 90 horsepower, the second - 110. They had four cylinders.
A few years later they were replaced by a new development of the same manufacturer, which received an index of 40524. It was used on the main varieties (including the model with all-wheel drive) and the basic version. Line motor consisted of four cylinders. Its main feature was the presence of a system of distributed fuel injection with electric control. The maximum power of 133 horsepower developed at 4.5 thousand revolutions. The greatest torque of 214 Nm was achieved at 4 thousand revolutions.
UMZ-4216 was installed on some modifications with an extended body. It was equipped with four cylinders mounted in a row. They provided a working volume of 2.89 liters. To improve traction characteristics, GAZ specialists equipped it with a modernized system of distributed fuel injection. With four thousand revolutions the engine reached maximum power - 123 horsepower. Torque of 235 Nm occurred at 2.2-2.5 thousand revolutions. The main feature of the UMP-4216 was that the owner could install the equipment for movement on gas in a specialized auto service. This allowed business owners to save on transportation costs.
The lineup of this family was attended by diesel powered vehicles. The power unit with the GAZ-5602 index was installed in the following versions: 3302-531, 330202-531 (with a long body) and 33027-531 (with all-wheel drive). Gorky specialists built their plant on the basis of a foreign engine, which also worked on diesel. Four cylinders arranged in row type. They provided a volume of 2.13 liters. Completed the development of turbocharged to increase power. As a result, received 95 horsepower at 3.8 thousand rpm and maximum torque of 204 Nm at 2.3 thousand. Vehicles on diesel more attracted business owners, as with such fuel the car rarely went down.
Some batches were equipped with a Chrysler 2.4L-DOHC American inline power unit, the name of which makes it clear that the working volume is 2.4 liters. It was provided with four cylinders. Timing consisted of 16 valves. The entire structure was complemented by a fuel injection system. The power plant developed an impressive 150 horsepower and 224 Nm of torque. The least popular in this family was the ZMZ-406 with a volume of 2.3 liters. Buyers had two options available: for 100 and 110 horsepower.
Structure GAZ-3302
Good device GAZ-3302 is confirmed by high demand even in our days. Popular variants are chassis and onboard performance. The second modification can be found in every city of our country. Low cost and maintainability made this car the most popular truck in Russia, which belongs to the middle class. Servicing 3302 is cheaper than its main foreign competitors, so business owners opt for a domestic product.
The main drawback - the side of the body. Cars of the first years of release especially "suffered". In rare cases, with careful operation, they could serve without serious damage for 10 years. The sides of the last years of production were primed, but this preserved their quality and integrity for a short time. The owners regularly podvarivali mounts and seams. The most durable machines are those that use cathophoretic priming, galvanized on both sides and phosphating all surfaces.
The spring-type GAZ-3302 suspension was developed for the family from scratch using the best designs of previous trucks of the Gorky Automobile Plant. Its main advantage was the presence of telescopic shock absorbers. To reduce roll when cornering (this was a long-standing problem of "gas" cars), engineers added a unique mechanism to the rear suspension.
Good braking in all weather and road conditions was provided by modern (in those years) disc and drum devices. The first set in front, and the second - behind. The brake system included a hydraulic drive consisting of two circuits, supplemented by pressure control.
For many years, the GAZ-3302 dump truck and other modifications in the device did not have a power steering. This affected the manageability and final demand. Serial batches of the last years received this mechanism, therefore an increased interest was tested for them.
According to customer reviews, many cars have problems with Hur. Often there were leaks of liquids that did not stop even after an overhaul. This flaw did not occur on every model. Car owners determined the quality of the mileage: if over 10 thousand kilometers the hydraulic booster did not start to leak, it was considered good with a high working resource reserve.
Until 2011, the five-speed gearbox GAZ-3302 of the mechanical type had many flaws. She regularly broke down, because of what had to spend a lot of money on major repairs. In the 2010-2011s, the designers of the company upgraded the GAZ-3302 gearbox. She became less likely to fail, withstand heavy loads and had a high stock of working resources.
The cabin in the batches of the first years of release was not distinguished by high comfort and convenience. It was done in a simple way with the goal of performing the necessary tasks and functions. Subsequently, Gorky Design Bureau decided to deviate from such a philosophy. They took the Ford Transit cab as a basis and remade it for a Russian product, while maintaining high comfort and a large supply of free space inside. It is designed for the driver and two passengers. On the dashboard placed the necessary indicators. Large windshield provides a good overview of the road.
Modifications GAZ-3302
On the basis of the GAZ-3302 chassis, the plant has produced many varieties that continue to work in various industries today:
- Onboard. Standard truck for the transport of goods. Tailgate reclined for loading and loading. With the help of special tools it was possible to increase the height of the sides, thereby increasing the volume of the body. Also included were arcs, on which the driver installed an awning to protect materials from precipitation;
- Farmer. The technical characteristics of the transport is no different from the standard model. The main change is the extra row of seats in the cabin. Transport was intended for agriculture, but it found application in other areas;
- 2705. A cargo-passenger taxi with an all-metal body. Standard capacity is 3 people, but some owners have installed extra seats in the load compartment. The car is designed for the carriage of goods weighing up to 1 350 kg, in fact it was exploited with constant overloads;
- 3221. The most popular variety, which in Russia was used as a "route taxi". The cabin housed thirteen passenger seats. Mass production was established in 1996. The car did not change during the first 7 years of release. In 2003, engineers conducted work to improve comfort. In particular, the heating equipment and the ventilation system were subjected to serious modifications. In 2005, ABS was added to the device. This model with an index of "32" differed all-wheel drive and improved wheels, which allowed it to overcome off-road;
- GAZ-3302 refrigerator. A car with refrigeration equipment that transported food and medicine. The superstructure was installed on the GAZ-3302 isometric van;
- Ambulance. Medical vehicles differed raised roof, which allowed doctors to work inside the cabin, standing to their full height. The machine included the necessary first aid equipment. The salon is designed for one stretcher and two doctors.
In fact, there are much more modifications, but the rest were produced in limited series with special equipment for performing various tasks.
What can be concluded?
GAZ-3302 is one of the most successful families of the Gorky enterprise. This transport was so good that they continue to use it 20 years after the start of production. Auto parts stores in sufficient quantities offer the necessary components for repair. However, when buying it is recommended to carefully check their quality.
Owners of medium-duty trucks of this model have the following features:
- All wires must be changed every 10 years. After this period, they dry out and fail;
- Heating equipment in copies prior to 2007 has low efficiency;
- It is better to leave vehicles in a guarded parking lot, since attackers can open the doors with a simple screwdriver;
- The frame design has low strength;
- The seats in the cars of the first years of release are hard and uncomfortable, which affects the performance of the driver.
Experts recommend buying 3302 release of 2011 and later. In these trucks eliminated many of the shortcomings that for many years brought discomfort to the owners. The description of innovations in new versions can be read on the official site of GAZ.
Production of the car is still ongoing, so it can be purchased in the primary market. Basic equipment costs 580 thousand rubles. When installing various add-ons, the price tag may increase to 780,000. For the installation of the American motor "Chrysler" will have to pay 30-50 thousand rubles. In the secondary market, copies up to the year 2000 cost about 100 thousand rubles. More "fresh" cars will cost the buyer 100-250 thousand. Some owners rent vehicles for 1000-1500 rubles per hour.
