(LIAZ) for many years has been a leader in the production of extra-large and big class. There are more than a dozen models in the company's line public transport, including trolleybuses. In 2005, the organization became part of the GAZ Group of Companies, which made it possible to re-equip production base and arrange the assembly of world-class equipment.

Experienced Wood Chemical

Early 30s for Soviet Union became a very stressful time. Having recovered from the consequences of the civil war, the USSR rushed to catch up with the Western countries with all its might. The primary tasks were to build up industrial potential, develop and introduce advanced technologies.

In 1933, near Moscow (in the village of Likino-Dulyovo), on the site of the future LIAZ plant, it was decided to create an experimental enterprise - the Timber Chemical Plant. On its site, it was planned to develop new technologies for the processing and use of wood for the USSR: fiberboard, chipboard, lignoston bars, insulating boards, etc. However, the construction was delayed. Only by the autumn of 1937 were the main buildings built and equipment installed. The first products were wooden linings for rails for the Moscow Metro.

War

No sooner had the plant gained momentum than the Great Patriotic War began. In a few months, fascist troops reached Moscow. The question arose about the evacuation of the enterprise. The equipment was dismantled and relocated under bombardment to the Chelyabinsk region. However, soon the enemy from the capital was driven back, and the echelons returned home.

Through the heroic efforts, mainly of women and adolescents (most of the men fought), the work of the plant was restored. Already in February 1942, the production of wooden products for aircraft, balls for obtaining gunpowder and other products began. For selfless work, the employees of the team were repeatedly awarded medals, orders and commemorative signs.

From wood to machinery

When most of the USSR was liberated, the government faced a no less serious task than defeating the enemy - restoring the country from ruins. The first step was to significantly increase the production of building materials, the most affordable of which was wood. And to increase the pace of logging, mechanisms and equipment were needed.

In 1944, the Timber Chemical Pilot Plant, taking into account its profile and the experience of workers, was reconstructed into Likinsky machine building plant(LIMZ). Its specialization was the production of machines and units for the logging and woodworking industries: sleeper machines, mobile power plants, skidding winches, locomotives, electric saws, spare parts for KT-12 tractors and ZIS vehicles. The company also organized the repair of complex diesel engines.

Buses to be

The 1950s were marked by the rapid growth of the automotive industry. As cities expanded, the lack of public transport became more and more acute. This problem was especially urgent for the country's largest metropolis - Moscow. In the late 50s, a decision was made to create a LIAZ bus plant on the basis of LIMZ. The enterprise was located near the capital, and the qualifications of the workers made it possible to organize the production of complex equipment.

In 1958, the reconstruction of the plant for the production of urban passenger buses ZIL-158. The Firstborn rolled off the assembly line on January 10, 1959. This model was produced through 1970 inclusive. For 11 years, LIAZ has manufactured 62,290 vehicles.

From copying to own developments

LIAZ developed rapidly. If in 1959 the factory workers produced 213 vehicles, then in 1963 5419 buses were assembled. By the end of the 60s, productivity was more than 7,000 vehicles.

However, the team swung at more - to create their own model, superior in performance to the reliable, but outdated ZIL. Having gained some experience, engineers and designers have developed an improved version of the large roomy city bus LIAZ-677. The prototype was released in 1962, after a series of tests and improvements in 1967, the first batch was released.

The model turned out to be extremely successful. In 1972, at the autumn Leipzig Fair, she was awarded the Gold Medal, becoming an example for other enterprises of the socialist bloc. It was produced in various versions and modifications until the mid-90s: excursion, city, suburban, northern version, with gas-balloon equipment, in special version (mobile television station). By the end of 1994, 194,356 units had been manufactured.

Thus, LIAZ-677 became one of the most popular models in the country and was widely used both on the territory of the USSR and abroad. For labor achievements the team in 1976 received a well-deserved award - the Order of the Red Banner of Labor.

Development

Having released an excellent product, the factory workers were not going to rest on their laurels. In the early 1980s, it was developed new model- LIAZ-5256. However, for its production it was necessary to carry out technical re-equipment of the LIAZ plant. The reconstruction began in 1985 and lasted until 1991.

Initially, the 5256th model was assembled in an experimental workshop in small batches. In 1985, 14 machines were manufactured. During this time, the main shortcomings were identified and eliminated before the release of the model into large-scale production. In March 1991, LIAZ-5256 entered the updated main conveyor, becoming the main model of the enterprise.

Hard times

It is surprising that even during the dramatic years of the Second World War, the enterprise suspended its work for only a few months. But at the end of the 20th century, in the era technical progress and incredible opportunities, the LIAZ plant was on the verge of an abyss. After the collapse of the USSR, ties with suppliers of components and customers of finished products represented by municipalities were broken. The new government was not up to the buses. The situation was aggravated by a fire at the site for the production of KAMAZ engines, and power units stopped coming to Likino. In 1997, LIAZ was declared bankrupt, and external management was introduced.

Fortunately, in 2000, the Ruspromavto auto holding took patronage over the production, and five years later the enterprise became part of the GAZ group of companies. This made it possible to restore and modernize the technological equipment. And at the same time, start producing modern, economical and environmentally friendly buses of a new generation.

Products

To date, LiAZ produces 20 leading models and about 60 modifications. In 2012, the first LIAZ-6274 electric bus was produced as an alternative to large class buses with gasoline, diesel and gas engines. The vehicle was developed on the basis of the LIAZ-5292 low-floor bus, powered by lithium-ion batteries and designed for urban transportation. For several years, trolleybuses were produced on the basis of LIAZ. Today, the company is ready to produce them to order.

2013 was the year of innovations:

• Together with partners, a low-floor bus of the European level LIAZ-529230 was manufactured. By the way, 30 cars of this series were used to service the Sochi Olympic Games in 2014.
• The first suburban low-floor car with a MAN engine was created.
• For the first time on a low-floor bus LIAZ-529260 installed Russian engine YaMZ.
• Designed new design and the interior of the bus of the future. Among the improvements are new front and rear masks, panoramic windows, LED headlights, aerodynamic mirrors, curved, ergonomic handrails, and for the first time in Russia, self-leveling flooring technology was used.

Established in 2014 new modification a large class bus LIAZ-529260 with a length of 10.5 m. A year later, a promising 9.5-meter model of the middle class saw the light. Comfortable ultramodern tourist and intercity buses series "Cruise" and "Voyage". According to the corporate policy of the company, in the future new models will be produced under the single GAZ brand, regardless of the place of production, be it in Likino, Pavlovo, or Kurgan.

LIAZ plant: reviews

Judging by the feedback from employees, the company is a desirable place to work. After joining the GAZ Group of Companies and the subsequent modernization, the conditions for the implementation of labor activities have improved markedly. Salaries have grown, all employees are provided with a significant social package.

Satisfied with the activities of the plant and partners: whether they are suppliers of components, or customers. LIAZ pays off contracts on time, avoiding debts. And its products meet the highest standards of quality, convenience and economy. By the way, all currently produced buses are equipped with engines of Euro-4, Euro-5 environmental classes, and some modifications are of the promising Euro-6 standard.

Where is the LIAZ plant located?

The production facilities of the enterprise are located in the large east of the Moscow region. Administratively it belongs to the Orekhovo-Zuevsky municipal district. The plant is city-forming.

Address of the LIAZ plant: 142600, Russian Federation, Likino-Dulyovo, Kalinina street, 1.

At the ExpoCityTrans exhibition, which takes place at VDNKh from November 29 to January 1, GAZ Group (it also owns Likinsky bus factory) presented an electric bus based on LiAZ: it will be tested on Moscow routes.

The prototype of this car was an experimental model, which was described in AR No. 10, 2015: based on the results of its tests, Mosgortrans gave the gas workers technical task on the second generation electric bus.

GAZ Group President Vadim Sorokin (right) hands over the symbolic key to the bus to Mosgortrans General Director Yevgeny Mikhailov

It is maximally unified with the serial LiAZ-5292, and outward difference- a hump along the entire length of the roof, under which Korean batteries with a capacity of 130 kWh and a total weight of 1800 kg are hidden. Instead of an engine internal combustion- Siemens traction motor (this company became one of the partners of the project), charging is carried out through a 700-volt socket, hidden in front, right behind the gas emblem. There is also an alternative outlet in engine compartment, at 380 V: through it, the batteries are fully charged in six hours, through the bow - in four hours.

The main outlet is hidden behind the emblem

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The promised daytime reserve is 200 km, but taking into account a couple of intermediate charges of 20-30 minutes (while the driver is having lunch, etc.).

In the engine compartment air compressor, Charger from the mains 380 V and an autonomous heater

By the way, the heating is powered by an autonomous diesel stove, but the air conditioning system is powered by the same high-voltage batteries. To minimize infrastructure costs, Mosgortrans is going to use the existing trolleybus power grid for charging: it is planned to replace some of the trolleybuses in the center of Moscow with electric buses.

The salon, like all new LiAZs, is very neat, bright and spacious.

The car will be tested on routes until spring: the price has not been announced, but it can be assumed that it will be comparable to the cost of a similar NefAZ electric bus shown on (25-27 million rubles). For a basic diesel LiAZ-5292 in a good configuration, they ask for about 10-11 million rubles, for a gas one - 17 million. However, the most expensive component of the design of an electric bus is batteries, and in the future, they are supposed to be provided by gas workers for a long-term (five years) lease.

Engine	YaMZ 53624 CNG (gas); Euro 5; 287 HP at 2300 rpm; working volume 6.65 l.; maximum torque 1130 Nm at 1100 - 1600 rpm; rear arrangement, longitudinal; number and arrangement of cylinders 6R in-line
Maximum speed (km/h)	80
checkpoint	Voith Diwa D854 auto/ ZF 6AP-1200V auto
Curb weight / full (kg)	10500 / 18000
6500 / 11500
Fuel tank (l)	220
body type	Bearing, all-metal, wagon layout
Body resource (years)	12
Wheel formula	4x2/rear
Base (mm)	5960
Ceiling height in saloon (mm)	2100...2300
Floor height above road level (mm)	360
Minimum turning radius (m)	10.7
Axles front/rear	Dependent, portal with disc brakes, rear axle/ HanDe Axle / ZF
Steering gear	ZF Servokom 8098 with power steering
Brake system	Pneumatic, double circuit, with ABS, ASR
Ventilation	natural and forced
Heating system	Liquid, using the heat of the engine cooling system and an independent liquid heater
Tires	275/70R22.5

Advantages:

• High reliability of components, assemblies and bodywork
• Convenience of boarding - disembarking for all categories of passengers
• Increase passenger traffic by reducing downtime at stops and maximizing passenger capacity
• Environmental standard Euro-5
• High residual value
• Unification with other Liaz models

When installing gas engine gas cylinders are located on the roof of the bus.

On the this model we have also prepared an extended list additional equipment, which you can find on this page in the "Additional Options" tab!

Additional options:

• Automatic system fire fighting equipment "EPOTOS"
• Northern version
• Preparation for installation of ASKP (electric harnesses, handrails 2 pcs.)
• Index with a running line in the cabin
• Driver's seat "C.I.B.E." on air suspension with electric heating
• Automatic central lubrication system
• Three ceiling fans in the passenger compartment
• Salon window blinds
• Audible alarm when reversing
• Electronic digital tachograph KASBI DT-20M with CIPF block
• Side discharge air conditioner
• Tire pressure monitoring system (7 sensors)
• Decorative caps ( rear axle) and wheel nut guards (front axle)
• Alcolock (NEW)
• CD/MP3 player + 4 speakers + installation
• DVD radio + installation
• Monitor 15" + installation
• Monitor 17"+ installation
• Monitor 19" + installation
• Microphone + control box
• Car navigator + installation
• Air conditioner monoblock
• Anti-corrosion treatment
• Rear view camera with color monitor
• Parking sensors 4 pcs.
• Alarm with central lock
• Alarm system with central locking and feedback
• Equipped with ERA GLONASS system
• Seat belts
• Tire set winter/summer
• Disks
• Motorist set
• A set of consumables for MOT 1, MOT 2, MOT 3
• Set of belts for the engine, brake pads

Warranty, service and spare parts: Liaz 529267 urban, gas, Euro 5

In the 30s of the twentieth century, a plant was built in the city of Likino-Dulyovo, which produced wood-laminated plastics from which aircraft were built, liners for bearings, liners for metro rails, and more were cut out. etc. At the end of the war, the plant was transformed into a machine-building plant for the repair of diesel engines, the manufacture of mobile power plants, and motor vehicles. In 1958 the plant became a bus plant. The ZIL-158 model was produced, but already in 1962 the first LiAZ-677 appeared, which later became a legend in the automotive industry: about 200 thousand cars were assembled, this is the most massive model of a large class bus in the world.
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In the difficult 1990s, production stopped, people did not receive salaries, the press already reported that LiAZ was no more. The preservation of the main capacities and the revival of the plant is a feat of the labor collective. Now LiAZ is again the flagship of the industry, along with 17 other enterprises in Russia and abroad, it is part of the GAZ Group, which is the country's largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles and has adopted a development strategy for the period up to 2012, the purpose of which is to provide consumers of complex solutions to transport problems. LiAZ employs 3,200 people, about 3,000 buses roll off the assembly line a year, and it is planned to increase output to 4,300 in the next four years. New models created at the plant, starting in 2002, have invariably been awarded the highest awards at the Moscow International Automobile Exhibition.

LiAZ offers consumers all kinds of buses of large and extra large class: urban and suburban, tourist, single and articulated, gas, school, northern, disabled. The low-floor models 5292 and 6213 are in the highest demand. All bodies are chemically treated in eight huge baths, which allows us to give a guarantee against corrosion for 12 years. Only three other companies in Europe have this technology for buses. At the request of customers, domestic or imported engines Kama and Yaroslavl automobile plants, or imported Caterpillar, Cummins, MAN, different gearboxes, and in general the buyer has the right to choose any options, from basic components to bus coloring. Even applications for cars are being fulfilled, which the plant has not done before, so school bus designed in the northern version and the batch was released in less than two months! At the end of 2007, the production of trolleybuses was mastered. In 2008, a sample of a bus with a hybrid power unit(two engines - diesel and electric).

In millions, the funds allocated for social support of personnel and for the further improvement of sanitary and living conditions are calculated. Employees are rewarded based on the results of a labor competition, there are payments for anniversaries, for vacations, the company partially bears the cost of transporting employees from their place of residence to the plant and back. Liazovites have organized summer vacations on the Black Sea coast, as well as their children in health camps. This is how the fundamental principle of the production system of the Likino Bus Plant is fulfilled: "People are the most valuable asset of the enterprise."