Enjoying great popularity in ourIn the country, various UAZ models compare favorably with their import competitors by an acceptable cost and high maneuverability. But at the same time significantly inferior in comfort of movement.
History of the model
The first UAZ is gasoline cargoa car with a power unit of 50 horsepower, installed before that on the "Victory". Equipped with a four-speed gearbox. The first copy was assembled in Ulyanovsk in 1949, and a year later the conveyor production began. The car received the marking of the UAZ-300.
A few months later it was modified, the following works were performed:
- Reinforced frame and suspension.
- Increased load capacity.
The legendary UAZ models with an index of 69 began to be produced since 1954. The release lasted 18 years, and the car received universal recognition.
450th series
In 1958, the first sample was produced at the plant.the legendary 450 series, which was made until the next complete modernization, which occurred in 1985. The following UAZ models were released on the basis of the domestic SUV, which is beloved by all.
- UAZ-451 - (1961-85) - all-metal van.
- UAZ-451 D - cargo.
- UAZ-451 A - a nurse.
It should be noted that the series was produced onlywith drive to the rear axle. Front remained inactive. Only in 1966, the all-wheel drive car was produced, which received the official index "452". On its platform produced various modifications. And not only for public use, but also for specialized cars intended for various uses. Here are some specialized models. UAZ:
- vehicles for use in the Far North;
- mobile aircraft passenger ladders;
- mobile radio centers;
- weather stations;
- excursion micro trains;
- minibuses with 16 seats.
1985 Upgrade
UAZ models did not cease to exist, but after restyling they received another marking.
Index to upgrade | Index after upgrading | Description | Type of car |
469 | 3151-01 | Military version with two gears | Jeep ("funnels") |
469B | 315212-01 | The usual version with one gear | - |
469BG | 3152-01 | Nurse | - |
452 | 3741 | Loaf | Utility version |
452A | 3962 | Nurse | - |
452D | 3303 | Tadpole | Cargo version |
In the early 90s, the automobile plant fell underconversion, that is, its products became available to the ordinary population of the country, and not only to government agencies. This made it possible to increase the implementation of the 3151st series.
UAZ engine models have become more diverse:instead of a gasoline of the same type of 2445 cm3, diesel and later fuel injecting engines were used. Such a change has significantly increased the power and power of the car. And also simplified its operation.
Modern cars
На сегодняшний день Ульяновский автомобильный The plant reserves the leading position in the production of off-road vehicles with all-terrain vehicles. In addition to the classic production of “funnels”, “nurses” and “tadpoles”, the production of the car with the index 315195 - UAZ “Hunter” was adjusted. The model is a fairly successful project of the plant, made using the latest technical equipment.
Another modern plant model is the UAZ."Patriot". It can be called a luxury car (compared to other products). But mass production did not live up to its hopes and did not enjoy such popularity as the classic Oise.
The latest development restyled "Patriot",which is planned to be launched into pipeline production already this year, will meet many consumer requirements, and most importantly, it will be distinguished by a new engine model and corresponding moderate fuel consumption.
