truck with all-wheel drive GAZ-3308 is an improved version of the famous "shishiga" (GAZ-66). The chassis and transmission largely repeat their predecessor, so the new car has retained high off-road performance. The use of a 5-speed transmission made it possible to use the truck on highways and reduced fuel consumption.

The development potential inherent in the shishiga design allowed the truck to remain on the assembly line for more than 20 years and become the basis for the new Sadko-Next all-terrain vehicle, first introduced by the plant in 2014.

History of creation

The GAZ-66 all-terrain vehicle used in the army had compact overall dimensions.

In the 80s, the military began to criticize the layout of the car, which weakly protected the driver from a mine explosion. The gasoline power unit, which did not meet the growing requirements, also caused complaints.

The GAZ-3301 was created to replace it, but the army customer was not satisfied with the layout of the machine. The collapse of the USSR put an end to the project.

Over time, the military lowered the bar of requirements, which, coupled with a decrease in the production of civilian products, spurred the GAZ plant to develop a new bonnet version.

The hood all-terrain vehicle GAZ-3308 is a hybrid with elongated spars and the cab of a civilian truck GAZ-3309.

The first prototype was released in 1995 under the index 3309P. The tests lasted two years, and already at the end of 1997, the first cars under the Sadko trademark rolled off the assembly line of the plant.

Design

The all-terrain vehicle GAZ-3308 has a hood layout, built on a frame chassis.

The machine is designed to transport goods or people on paved roads, as well as off-road.

The design of the car allows the use at temperatures up to minus 45⁰С. Some machines are equipped with a preheater, the control panel of which is located under the hood on the sidewall amplifier.

Frame

The GAZ-3308 all-terrain vehicle uses a steel frame made of stamped elements. The parts are connected to each other with rivets. Extensions are installed on the front part of the spars. On the front of the spars there are towing devices, which are a U-shaped fork with a pivot inserted into the holes. The rear cross member is equipped with an additional pivot fork adapted for trailer installation.

Brackets are installed on the side parts of the side members of the all-terrain vehicle, designed to fix fuel tanks with a capacity of 105 liters. The tanks are located behind the cab of the all-terrain vehicle. normal fuel is A-80 gasoline. The plant allows the use of A-92 gasoline with an increase in the ignition timing.

Engine

The GAZ-3308 all-terrain vehicle uses a ZMZ-5231 8-cylinder gasoline engine. The motor is based on the power unit from the GAZ-53/66. The difference is the cylinder diameter increased to 92 mm, which made it possible to bring the working volume to 4670 cm³.

Due to the volume, the torque increased, which is 290 N * m. The maximum engine power is 113 hp, achieved at 3200 rpm. Early versions of the car were equipped with a 130-horsepower engine without a converter.

To meet environmental requirements, the engine is equipped with a catalytic converter located in the muffler.

The neutralizer is equipped with a lambda probe that sends signals to the electronic control unit. The unit corrects the operation of the engine by adjusting the ignition timing.

Transmission and suspension

The GAZ-3308 all-terrain vehicle is equipped with a single-plate clutch. The driven disk has a damper in its design, which reduces vibrations that occur during rotation crankshaft.

Torque from the clutch is fed to the input shaft of the 5-speed gearbox. The box does not have an overspeed, it is equipped with synchronizers in all gears except first and reverse. The traction range is extended by installing a 2-speed gearbox with a straight and low row. The gearbox distributes the torque between the axles.

The front and rear axles of the all-terrain vehicle are of a unified design, equipped with a hypoid main couple and cam differential mechanism. Steering knuckles are mounted on the front axle, equipped with constant velocity joints.

Part of the GAZ-3308 is equipped with an additional power take-off mounted on the gearbox housing. The gearbox has one gear. The output shaft of the gearbox is connected by a driveline to a winch mounted between the front extensions of the frame side members.

The bridges of the GAZ-3308 all-terrain vehicle are mounted on leaf springs, supplemented by double-acting hydraulic shock absorbers.

At the rear there are additional rubber buffer springs working in compression.

Brake system

The all-terrain vehicle uses pneumohydraulic brakes, supplemented by an anti-lock braking system. The brakes have two independent circuits, each serving its own axle. The GAZ-3308 used a system of duplication of contours. There are cars without ABS systems.

The ABS unit is equipped with three channels and a pneumatic booster. Each channel has a separate brake cylinder. Air is supplied from a single-cylinder compressor mounted on the engine. Four working receivers with a volume of 20 liters (3 pieces) and 5 liters (1 piece) are installed on the frame. Each wheel has a separate drum brake equipped with an automatic gap adjuster.

The auxiliary brake system is used to hold the GAZ-3308 in the parking lot. The working drum is located on the transmission of the all-terrain vehicle, controlled cable drive from the lever in the cab.

Steering and tires

The GAZ-3308 all-terrain vehicle is equipped with a hydraulic booster steering. The gearbox consists of a screw connected to the steering shaft and a ball nut. The steering column has no adjustment, it is closed on top with a plastic casing. Wheel two-spoke, plastic. The control of lighting equipment, wipers and a sound signal is carried out by a double steering column switch.

On the all-terrain vehicle GAZ-3308 are installed pneumatic tires dimensions 12.00R18.

In the standard delivery, rubber model KI-115A with a radial arrangement of the cord is used. Steel discs are equipped with split rings. With the help of rings, the tire is fixed.

Tires are equipped with a pressure adjustment system that allows you to increase the patency of the GAZ-3308. Changing the pressure is done by turning the regulator installed in the cab.

Cabin

The GAZ-3308 is equipped with a fully metal cab with two hinged doors. In the cabin, there are two separate seats designed for the driver and one passenger. The driver's seat can be adjusted by the distance to the pedals, as well as by the angle of the backrest. Additionally, the seat leans back with a special adjustment bolt located on the front of the cushion frame.

The standard equipment of the cab of the GAZ-3308 all-terrain vehicle includes inertial seat belts. The cabin is heated by a liquid heater connected to the engine cooling system. The air supply is provided by a fan. The air ducts are brought to the windshield, to the legs, as well as to the side windows of the doors. V summer time air circulation is ensured by lowering the windows in the doors or turning the corner windows.

Behind the GAZ-3308 cab, a platform is installed on the transverse and longitudinal bars. At the request of the customer, the platform is made of metal or wood. The platform can be equipped with removable side bars and arches for an awning.

Platform dimensions:

• length - 3390 mm;
• width - 2145 mm;
• board height (side) - 900 mm.

The platform is equipped with a lighting dome and a buzzer button installed in the driver's cab. Side boards are fixed, the back board leans back. Folding benches are installed along the side boards.

Between the side boards there is a safety belt passing above the edge of the tailgate. The front side of the GAZ-3308 platform is used to install the spare wheel bracket. The spare wheel is raised and lowered by a mechanical cable winch.

Devices

In front of the driver of the GAZ-3308 there is an instrument panel, on which dial indicators, control lamps and several switches are installed.
List of devices:

• in the center is a speedometer equipped with a total mileage counter;
• on the right are pressure gauges that measure tire pressure and pressure in the front axle brake circuit;
• below are an ammeter and a pressure indicator in the rear axle brake circuit;
• on the left is a cooling system thermometer equipped with a red system alarm indicator;
• next to it is a lubrication system manometer with a built-in light indicator of an emergency pressure drop;
• below there is a fuel gauge with a reserve balance indicator (it works when there is 12 liters of gasoline left).

Specifications

The table shows comparative specifications the most common GAZ trucks with all-wheel drive.

	GAZ-3308	GAZ-66	GAZ-33086
Curb weight, kg	3710	3610	4000
Weight full, kg	5950	5940	8150
Load capacity, kg	2000	2000	4105
Passenger capacity, persons	21	21	21
Length, mm	6250	5806	6430
Width, mm	2340	2322	2340
Height, mm	2780	2520	2520
Ground clearance, mm	315	315	265
Fuel consumption, l/100 km	13,5…17	20	14…16

The overall dimensions of the GAZ-3308 make it possible to place cars in pairs on a standard railway platform.

Fixation of all-terrain vehicles is carried out with slings wound up behind the front towing eyes and behind the rear of the frame.

Modifications

Based on the GAZ-3308, the following versions existed:

• GAZ-3308 "Huntsman", is a variant with a 5-seater double-row cab;
• GAZ-33085/33086 "Countryman", distinguished by the use of a diesel engine and conventional tires;
• GAZ-33088 - a variant with a YaMZ diesel engine.

The presented cars are not the whole list, as there are many "folk" completions and improvements.

Application

The all-terrain vehicle GAZ-3308 "Sadko" replaced the "shishige" in the army and is used to deliver personnel and military cargo. On the basis of the chassis, closed vans of the “kung” type can be installed, designed to accommodate equipment or as staff vehicles. The airborne army GAZ-3308 is used for towing 120 mm guns 2B16 "Nona-K" and transporting the crew.

Civilian vehicles are used as trucks to deliver goods off-road. Cars are in demand as shift vehicles. On the basis of GAZ-3308, a number of fire trucks have been created, which are used to fight fires in remote areas. An example of a fire truck is the AC-1.0-30 tank truck.

There are variants of "Sadko" with a two-row cab, used in utilities.

On request, it is possible to manufacture special vans. An example of a machine of this type is the GAZ-3308 Taiga.

Interesting stories and footprint in the history of the automotive industry

In 2005, deliveries of GAZ-3308 vehicles to Syria began. The cars were adopted by the army. During hostilities, vehicles are used by both opposing sides.

The shortened chassis of the all-terrain vehicle "Sadko" served as the base for the car special purpose"Vepr". The car has a closed body designed to carry 12 people.

The designers of the GAZ-3308 car managed to combine cross-country ability, improved comfort and driver safety in one car. Due to this, the truck quickly ousted its predecessor from the army.

The simplicity of the design and the possibility of repair in the field allow the machine to perform its service properly.

The modernized Sadko-Next all-terrain vehicle retained the concept of its predecessor and is equipped with an improved cabin that provides increased comfort for the driver. However, a large number of electronic components and components are used in the design of the car, which complicate the maintenance of the car. The military is more suitable for simple, like a bicycle, cars that can be repaired on the knee.

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This section lists the work that must be carried out regularly in the intervals between the maintenance operations provided for in the service book.

8.1. Checking the oil level in the crankcase

The oil level must be checked with the engine cold and the vehicle parked on level ground. The oil level should be between the "P" and "O" marks on the dipstick (closer to the "P" mark).Add oil if necessary.

Pour fresh oil through the oil filler neck, closed with a stopper.

8.2. Checking the oil level in the gearbox, in the transfer case, in the front and rear axles

Checking the oil level must be carried out on an unloaded vehicle, installed on a level ground, on cooled down units.

The oil level in the gearbox must be within 0–7 mm from the lower edge of the filler hole (Fig. 8.1).

Rice. 8.1. Checking the oil level in the gearbox:

The oil level in the transfer case must be within 0-5 mm from the lower edge of the filler hole (Fig. 8.2).

Rice. 8.2. Checking the oil level in the transfer case:

1 - drain plug; 2 - filler plug

The oil level in the rear axle should be at the level of the lower edge of the filler hole, in the front axle - 5–6 mm below the edge of the filler hole (Fig. 8.3).

Rice. 8.3. Checking the oil level in the front and rear axles:

1 - drain plug;

2 - filler plug

8.3. Checking the coolant level

Checking the coolant level in expansion tank 2 (fig. 8.4) should be carried out only on a cold engine.

The fluid level in the expansion tank should be at the “MIN” mark or 30–50 mm higher than it.

Rice. 8.4. Checking the coolant level in the expansion tank:

1 - cork; 2 - tank

Top up the coolant through the opening of the expansion tank, closed with a stopper. With frequent topping up of liquid, it is necessary to check the tightness of the cooling system.

8.4. Checking the electrolyte level in the battery

The electrolyte level in the battery should be between the MIN and MAX marks (Fig. 8.5) marked on the translucent battery case, and in their absence, along the lower edge of the filler hole.

Rice. 8.5. Accumulator battery:

1 - cover; 2 - cork; 3 - filler hole

If the electrolyte level is below the norm, it is necessary to remove the cover 1, unscrew the plugs 2 and through the holes 3 add distilled water to the battery cells to the norm; then wrap the plugs 2, after checking the cleanliness of the ventilation holes in them and install the cover 1. After that, it is necessary to burn the outer surfaces of the battery with a clean rag moistened with a 10% solution of ammonia or baking soda.

It is necessary to constantly monitor the cleanliness of the battery terminals and wire clamps, as well as the reliability of their connections.

When installing a battery in a car, make sure that the wires are connected in accordance with the polarity indicated on their tips and battery terminals (positive terminal is greater than negative).

Before installation on a car, the batteries are charged to a density of 1.25–1.27 g/cm 3 . Depending on the climatic region of operation of the car, the density of the electrolyte must be adjusted (see the Operating Instructions for the batteries).

When the car is parked for a long time, disconnect the battery from the car body to ensure fire safety.

Battery switch. To disconnect the battery during long-term parking or when repairing electrical equipment, a battery switch is installed to the right of the driver's seat.

To avoid failure of some electrical equipment, it is not allowed to disconnect the battery while the engine is running.

8.5. Checking the oil level in the reservoir of the power steering system

The reservoir and pump of the power steering system of the GAZ-3308 car are installed on the engine.

Add oil to the reservoir while the engine is running Idling to the filter mesh 3 (Fig. 8.6).

Rice. 8.6. The tank of the power steering system of the GAZ-3308 car:

1 - cover; 2 - breather; 3 - mesh filter; 4 - tank; 5 - filter

The reservoir of the power steering system of the GAZ-33081 car is installed under the hood on a bracket on the front panel of the cab.

The oil level in the tank should be between the MAX and MIN marks (Fig. 8.7) marked on the tank body (for a plastic tank) or 0–5 mm above the strainer (for a metal tank).

Rice. 8.7. Checking the oil level in the tank of the power steering system of the GAZ-33081 car

8.6. Checking the brake fluid level in the clutch master cylinder reservoir

The level of brake fluid in the clutch master cylinder reservoir must be 15–20 mm below the upper edge of the reservoir (Fig. 8.8).

Rice. 8.8. Checking the fluid level in the clutch master cylinder reservoir:

1 - working cylinder; 2 - tank; 3 - cover; 4 - capacity

8.7. Checking the brake fluid level in the two-section brake control reservoir

The brake fluid level in the two-section brake control reservoir must be 15–20 mm below the upper edge of the reservoir.

8.8. Tension of drive belts of aggregates

8.8.1. Diesel engines

The tension of the fan belt is checked by pressing on the middle of the branch between the pulleys of the crankshaft and the generator with a force of 4.0 daN (4.0 kgf), while the deflection should be within 12–17 mm. To adjust the belt tension, it is necessary to loosen the generator mount, turn it and tighten the belt.

Tighten the bar mounting bolt and the nuts of the alternator mounting bolts. The belt tension is considered normal if its deflection on the branch of the crankshaft pulley - the generator pulley (Fig. 8.9) is within 12–17 mm when pressed with a force of 4.0 daN (4.0 kgf).

Rice. 8.9. Checking fan belt tension

8.8.2. Engine ZMZ-5231

The belt tension is controlled by a spring dynamometer. The belt is tensioned correctly if, at a load of 4.0 daN (4.0 kgf), in the middle of the section between the generator and fan pulleys, the belt deflection is within 10–15 mm.

8.9. Wheel and tire care

During the operation of the car, it is necessary to tighten the wheel nuts in a timely manner in order to avoid breaking the mounting holes, remove rust from the wheels and tint them.

To ensure the longest tire life, the following rules should be followed:

Maintain the required pressure in the tires. Pressure is checked on cold tires before departure. At stops along the way, you should inspect the tires and visually check the air pressure in them. Do not drive with reduced tire pressure, even for short distances. Do not reduce the pressure in the heated tires by releasing air from them, since during the movement an increase in pressure is inevitable due to the heating of the air in the tires;

Perform wheel balancing. At the factory, the tire/wheel assembly is dynamically balanced using weights mounted on both sides of the rim flange. Checking and balancing wheels with tires should be done on a special stand. The unbalance of the wheel with the tire should not exceed 40 g/m;

When returning from a trip and at stops, the tires should be inspected and foreign objects should be removed from them. The vehicle must be parked in a clean and dry place. Do not allow oil, gasoline, oil paint to get on the tires;

Do not allow the car to park on flat tires;

Rearrangement of wheels (Fig. 8.10) should be done as needed.

Rice. 8.10. Wheel swap diagram

The reason for rearranging the wheels may be the need to obtain uniform wear of all tires, including the spare one, as well as to ensure the correct selection of tires along the axles. Tires with the same tread wear should be installed on the axle, and more reliable tires should be installed on the front axle of the car.

The wear limit of the tire tread corresponds to a residual groove depth of 1.6 mm, which is determined by measurement or wear indicators. Wear indicators, which are 1.6 mm high in the form of solid rubber strips, are located in the tread bands and are marked on the sidewalls of the tire with TW1 icons.

When using tires, you must be guided by the "Rules for the operation car tires» (Edition 2004).

8.10. Wheel replacement

Change the wheel in the following order:

• brake the car with a parking brake;
• put stops under the wheels on the side opposite to the removed wheel;
• loosen the six nuts of the wheel to be removed;
• put the jack (Fig. 8.11) under the beam of the front or rear axle near the wheel to be removed and unscrew the screw 2 by hand until it stops against the beam of the axle. When lifting the wheel under the base of the jack, it is recommended to place a beam or board;
• turn the locking needle 7 all the way to the right (clockwise), insert the knob into the lever 5 and swing the knob to lift the car so that the removed wheel comes off the surface by 4–5 mm.

Rice. 8.11. Jack:

1 - head; 2 - screw; 3 and 4 - working plungers; 5 - lever; 6 - pressure plunger; 7 - locking needle; 8 - cork

If the jack fails to lift, make several swings with the crank with the locking needle 7 open to remove air that could get into the working cavity of the jack.

Plunger lifting limitation mechanical, with increasing force on the lever at the end of the lift

• stop lifting;
• unscrew the six wheel nuts, change the wheel and tighten the nuts;
• lower the car from the jack, slowly opening the locking needle 7, turning it to the left (counterclockwise);
• tighten the six wheel nuts and remove the wedges;
• adjust the air pressure in the tires.

When using the jack and storing it, observe the following rules:

1. To stabilize the vehicle, place stops under the wheels of the opposite side and brake with a parking brake.
2. It is forbidden to carry out any work under the car raised on a jack.
   To perform adjustment and installation and dismantling work, you should raise the car with a jack and lower it on stands.
3. When storing the jack, the screw must be screwed in, the working and pressure plungers are lowered, and the locking needle is unscrewed by 1–2 turns.
4. Fill the jack with clean filtered oil NMGZ-S or MGE-10A to the level of the filling hole.

At an ambient temperature of up to minus 40 ° C, it is allowed to use transformer oil.

The use of other oils and fluids, including brake fluid, is prohibited.

It is necessary to eliminate malfunctions of the jack in a timely manner. Oil leakage in the plungers and locking needle is eliminated by tightening the gland nuts. Oil leakage into the joints of the body parts is eliminated by tightening the head of the body. If the seals are worn, they should be replaced.

The failure of the jack occurs due to the presence of air in the working cavity or due to the valves sinking. To eliminate the malfunction, it is necessary to lightly tap the pressure plunger lever several times and continue lifting. To avoid air entering the working cavity of the jack, do not lift the working plunger by hand with the needle closed.

Incomplete lifting of the working plunger of the jack occurs due to a lack of oil. It is necessary to periodically check the amount of oil in the jack and add it if it is low. The oil level should reach the filler hole closed with plug 8.

Failure to work, except for the reasons indicated, can be caused by dirt getting inside the jack. To clean from dirt, it is necessary to fill in clean kerosene instead of oil and pump the jack with the shut-off needle turned off, then remove the kerosene and fill in oil.

8.11. Cabin care

The cabin of the car is made of modern materials and protected from corrosion by high quality protective materials. Automotive system coatings consists of several layers:

• cataphoretic primer;
• topcoat in various colors (on a melamine-alkyd basis or a two-layer system on an acrylic basis - base enamel plus varnish).

Hot-drying plastisol mastic is applied over the cataphoretic primer for anti-corrosion protection and for protection against abrasive wear on the bottom of the cab, wheel arches, floor thresholds.

The basis for the durability of the cab is laid by the manufacturer. However, the preservation of the necessary protective and decorative properties of coatings depends on proper care, climatic conditions, ecological state of the environment and vehicle storage conditions.

During the operation of the car, constant preventive care for the paintwork of the cab is required, which consists in timely and proper washing, treatment with polishing agents, as well as timely tinting of damaged areas.

To avoid damage paintwork cabin must be washed as soon as possible:

• after rain to prevent the aggressive effects of acid precipitation;
• after driving on roads sprinkled with salt;
• when such contaminants as soot, sap secreted by tree leaves, bird droppings containing chemically active substances that change the color of the decorative coating and cause enamel peeling get on the coating;
• when deposits of dust and dirt appear.

In summer, the car should be washed outdoors in the shade. If this is not possible, then it is necessary to immediately wipe the washed surfaces dry, since when water drops dry in the sun, spots form on the painted surface. It is not recommended to wash the car in the cold.

The car should be washed with a soft sponge using car shampoos. After washing, thoroughly rinse the vehicle with plenty of clean water. It is recommended to wipe the washed surfaces dry with a soft cloth (flannel). It must be remembered that the hemming of doors, hood, trunk lid, connections engine compartment, doorways, welds are particularly susceptible to the aggressive effects of salt compositions used to combat ice. Therefore, it is necessary to regularly clean these places from various contaminants, since the accumulated dirt leads to the destruction of the protective and decorative coating and to metal corrosion. Traces of corrosion on hemmings and welded joints are superficial and can be removed with polishing pastes at the initial stage.

If in the region where the car is operated, salt compounds are used for road treatment, then it is necessary to regularly wash the bottom of the cab. This will prevent the formation of mud and salt deposits and corrosion damage to the bottom of the cab and chassis parts. In addition, during the operation of the car, the coating of the bottom of the cab is exposed to gravel, sand, therefore, at the beginning and at the end autumn-winter period it is necessary to check the condition of the bottom and, if necessary, to put in order the damaged areas on the bottom of the cab.

Regular polishing of the cabin with polishing materials helps to protect the paintwork and helps to preserve its decorative properties (especially for vehicles stored outdoors). Before polishing, the painted surface should be thoroughly rinsed with water and wiped dry. Polishing should be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions for the specific polishing agent. When polishing, do not use aggressive cleaners or other substances that can damage the paintwork of the cabin.

Store the car in a garage or under a shed. When the car is stored for a long time in an open parking lot, a defect “surface inclusions of iron-containing particles in the paint film” may appear on the paintwork. This defect is caused by particles of iron and its oxides that fall on the painted surface of the car along with atmospheric dust. The defect is superficial and does not violate the integrity of the coating. This defect is eliminated by polishing with the use of grinding and polishing pastes.

If bitumen gets on the surface of the cabin, it must be removed immediately with white spirit or an auto-cleaner for bituminous stains, as bitumen causes yellowing of the light coating.

Engine and transmission oils, brake fluid, acid, alkali, soda solution and other aggressive liquids also have a negative effect on the paintwork. To remove such contaminants, rinse the contaminated area with water. In case of incomplete removal of contamination, special products should be used, which can be purchased at a car accessories store.

If mechanical damage to the cabin paintwork (chips, scratches) is detected, the coating must be restored. If measures are not taken in a timely manner to eliminate operational defects, this will lead to the development of under-film corrosion with subsequent peeling of the paintwork.

To ensure the durability of the cabin, it is recommended to carry out additional corrosion protection of its hidden cavities during operation with a frequency depending on the operating conditions, but at least once every two years. In this case, it is necessary to carry out the restoration of the protective coating of the hidden cavities of the cab at service stations, using car preservatives such as "WAXOYL AG" or "Merkasol", according to the instructions attached to the preservatives.

8.12. Types of car maintenance

To ensure good technical condition and the constant readiness of the vehicle for operation, as well as to eliminate the causes that accelerate the wear of its parts, it is necessary to use the recommended fuel, oil, lubricants and fluids of the proper quality and comply with all vehicle maintenance requirements.

Timely execution of the full range of operations for all types of maintenance and timely troubleshooting ensure traffic safety, significantly reduce the consumption of spare parts, reduce the cost of Maintenance and increase vehicle life.

Since maintenance work is preventive, it must be carried out on time and must be completed. Maintenance must be carried out in conditions that exclude the ingress of dirt and dust into the components and assemblies of the vehicle.

The following types of maintenance have been established:

daily maintenance (EO);

first maintenance (TO-1) - after 5000 km of run;

second maintenance (TO-2) - after 20,000 km of run;

seasonal maintenance (SO).

Seasonal maintenance is carried out once a year, together with the regular work on TO-1 or TO-2.

The frequency of the first and second maintenance is determined depending on the following operating conditions of the vehicle.

Category. operating conditions	Vehicle operating conditions	Periodicity of maintenance, km
		TO-1	TO-2
1	2	3	4
I	1. Motor roads I, II, III of technical categories outside the suburban area on flat, slightly hilly and hilly terrain, with cement concrete and asphalt concrete pavements.	5000	20000
II	1. Highways of I, II, III technical categories outside the suburban area in mountainous areas, as well as in small towns and in the suburban area (in all types of terrain, except mountainous), having cement concrete and asphalt concrete pavements. all types of terrain, except mountainous), as well as in small towns and in suburban areas on flat terrain coated with bitumen-mineral mixtures. 3. Highways of III, IV technical categories outside the suburban area, having crushed stone and gravel coverings in all types of terrain, except for mountainous and mountainous.	4500	18000
III	1. Motor roads I, II, III technical categories outside the suburban area, car roads in small towns and in the suburban area (mountainous terrain), as well as in large cities with cement concrete and asphalt concrete pavements. 2. Motor roads I, II, III of technical categories outside the suburban area (mountainous terrain), motor roads in small towns and in the suburban area (in all types of relief, except for flat ones), as well as in large cities (in all types of relief, except mountain), having coatings of bitumen-mineral mixtures. 3. Motor roads of III, IV technical categories outside the suburban area in mountainous and mountainous areas, motor roads in the suburban area and streets of small towns, streets of large cities (all types of terrain, except mountainous and mountainous), with crushed stone and gravel coatings. 4. Motor roads III, IV, V of technical categories outside the suburban area, motor roads in the suburban area and streets of small towns, streets of large cities (flat terrain) with cobblestone and chipped stone pavements, as well as pavements of soils treated with binders materials. 5. Internal factory roads with improved surface. 6. Winter roads.	4000	16000
IV	1. Streets of large cities with coatings of bitumen-mineral mixtures (mountainous terrain), crushed stone and gravel coatings (mountainous and mountainous terrain), coatings of cobblestone and chipped stone and soils treated with binders (all types of relief, except flat) materials. 2. Motor roads of the V technical category outside the suburban area, motor roads in the suburban area and streets of small towns (flat terrain) with unreinforced unreinforced soil or reinforced with local materials. 3. Timber and forestry dirt roads that are in good condition.	3500	14000
V	1. Natural dirt roads, on-farm roads in rural areas, intra-quarry and dump roads, temporary access roads to various construction sites and places where sand, clay, stone, etc. are mined during periods when traffic is possible there.	3000	12000

Symbol for the frequency of maintenance:

service "+" - at each MOT;

"++" - after one MOT;

"+++" - after two maintenance.

8.13. Maintenance work

8.13.1. Daily Maintenance (EO)

The content of the work and the methodology for their implementation	Technical requirements	Tools and accessories
1	2	3
Pre-departure inspection
Check the oil level in the engine crankcase, top up if necessary	The oil level should be between the marks O and P of the rod indicator, closer to the mark P	Funnel, engine oil
Check for fluid in the cooling system. If necessary, add coolant to the expansion tank	The coolant level in the expansion tank must be at or above the MIN mark by 30 mm.
Check the presence of fluid in the two-section brake control reservoir	The brake fluid level warning light must not be on.	According to the indicator on the instrument panel
Check for fluid in clutch master cylinder reservoir	The brake fluid level in the reservoir should be 15–20 mm below the upper edge of the reservoir.
Check the air pressure in the tires, if necessary, bring it to the norm. Check the pressure on cold tires with the handle of the tire pressure control valve in the neutral position and the wheel valves of the front and rear wheels open	Tire pressure - in accordance with section 4 "Technical data"	On the gauge on the instrument panel
Check the operation of the engine and the serviceability of its systems. Start the engine and warm it up to a coolant temperature of 40–50 ° C, press the throttle pedal several times (for GAZ-3308) or the fuel control pedal (for GAZ-33081)	The engine should run stably at idle, it should be easy to switch from low speed to high speed. There should be no interruptions, knocks and extraneous noise. The oil pressure at idle speed should not exceed 0.1 MPa (1 kgf / cm 2) (the emergency oil pressure indicator lamp should turn off)	By ear and by instruments on the instrument panel
Check the oil level in the power steering reservoir	The oil level in the power steering tank on a GAZ-33081 car should be between the MAX and MIN marks printed on the tank body (for a plastic tank) or 0–5 mm above the strainer (for a metal tank); on a GAZ-3308 car, add oil to the tank to the filter mesh 3 (see Fig. 8.6) when the engine is idling	Funnel
Check the operation of the drive and the operation of the parking brake system	The drive lever should move no more than 10-15 teeth (controlled by clicks) when applying a maximum force of 60 daN (60 kgf)
Check the serviceability of the working brake system. Check to be carried out at air pressure in cylinders not lower than 6.0 kgf / cm 2	The warning light for the emergency level of brake fluid and brake failure should not light up.	Visually
Check the operation of light signaling devices, washer and wiper, sound signal	With the engine running, make sure that the devices are in good condition by turning them on in sequence
Car care upon return from a trip
Clean the car and, if necessary, wash it. Clean the cabin and platform. In the front part of the floor, where the heads of the bolts of the front attachment points of the cabin are located, two 8 mm holes are made to drain water from the cabin floor. When cleaning the cabin, if necessary, they must be cleaned. If the cabin floor under the mat is damp, then wipe it with a dry cloth, and wrap the mat to the side to dry the floor.	When washing inside the cabin, make sure that water does not get on the switches and devices located on the panel. After washing, carefully wipe electrical equipment, especially insulating parts. After washing the engine, it is recommended to blow it with compressed air	Water, rags, compressed air
Check tire condition	There must be no foreign objects on the tires
Switch off the battery with the mass switch

8.13.2. Periodic maintenance (TO-1, TO-2, CO)

Periodic maintenance work is given in the service book attached to the vehicle.

8.13.3. Refueling vehicles with fuel and lubricants and special liquids

2. It is forbidden to use other brands of fuels and lubricants and liquids, except for those specified in subsection 8.13.4.

3. Before lubricating, it is necessary to remove dirt from the grease fittings and plugs in order to avoid its penetration into the car mechanisms.

4. Lubricate with a syringe until fresh grease appears from the joints of the parts of the assembly being lubricated.

5. When replacing engine oil with another brand or other company, it is recommended to flush the lubrication system with flushing oil.

It is forbidden to mix (top up) engine oils of different brands and different companies.

8.13.4. Car refueling map with fuels and lubricants and special liquids

Table 1

Lubrication point name	Amount of points		Lubricant quantity	Grease name	Temperature range of application
1	2		3	4	5
Fuel tank GAZ-3308	2		210 l	See table 3
Fuel tank GAZ-33081	1		105 l	Diesel fuel:
				Brand L - 40	Above 0°C
				Mark 3 - 35	From 0 to minus 20°
				Mark 3 - 45	From 0 to minus 30°
				Grade A	Below minus 30° С
Engine crankcase ZMZ-5231	1		10 l	See table 2
Diesel engine crankcase	1		12 l	Motor oils Lukoil-Avangard SAE15W-40APICF-4	Up to minus 15° С
				"Lukoil-Super" SAE 5W-40	Up to minus 30° С
				Engine oils duplicating:
				Oil M-10 G 2 to	Summer
				M-8G 2 k	Up to minus 10° С
				Motor oils SAE 5W-40 API CF-4, CF-4/SG	All season down to minus 25°С
Bushing of the rotor of the sensor-distributor of ignition (GAZ-3308)	1		4-5 drops	Engine oil
Water pump bearings (GAZ-3308)	1		15 g	Grease "Litol-24", "LITA"	All season
Clutch release bearing (GAZ-3308)	1		20 g	Grease "Litol-24", "LITA"	All season
Crankcases:				Transmission oils:	Above minus 30°С
Gearboxes without PTO	1		6 l	TSp-15K, TAP-15V, Super T-3 (TM-5), Devon
Gearboxes with PTO	1		7l	"Super T", "Lukoil TM-5"
transfer box	1		1.6l	SAE 85W-90	Below minus 30° С
				Transmission oil TSZ-9GIP or a mixture of oils TSp-15K or TAP-15V or "Super T-3" (TM-5) or "Devon Super T" or "Lukoil TM-5" SAE 85W-90 with 10–20% diesel winter or arctic fuel Lukoil TM-5 transmission oil SAE 75W-90	From minus 40°C to plus 25°C
hinges cardan shafts	6		96 g	Grease No. 158 M	All season
Spline connection of cardan shaft	3		600 g	Lubricants solidol Zh, salt-dol C, "Litol-24"	All season
shock absorbers	4		4×0.55=2.2 l	АЖ-12Т, spindle oil AU	All season
Crankcases:
front axle;	1		7.7 l	Transmission oils:	Above minus 30° С
rear axle	1		6.4 l	Super T-3 (TM-5), Devon Super T, Lukoil TM-5*, TAD-17I SAE 85W-90
				Transmission oil TSz-9 gip or a mixture of Super T-3 (TM-5) or Devon Super T or Lukoil TM-5 oils, TAD-17I SAE 85W-90 with 10–20% winter or arctic diesel fuel	Below minus 30° С
				Transmission oil "Lukoil TM-5" SAE 75W-90	From minus 40° С to plus 25° С
Steering knuckle bearings	2		60 g	Grease Litol-24, LITA	All season
Steering knuckles of the front drive axle	2		1000 g	Grease Litol-24, LITA	All season
Front and rear wheel bearings	4		800 g	Grease Litol-24, LITA	All season
Gland sealing device blocks	4		80 g	Grease Litol-24, LITA	All season
Steering gear housing	1		0.55–0.6 l	Transmission oils: "Super T-3" (TM-5), "Devon Super T" "Lukoil-TM5", TAD-17ИSAE 75W-90	All season
Steering gear universal joints	4		7 g		All season
Tie Rod Joints	2		8 g	Grease Litol-24, LITA	All season
Tie Rod Joints	2		30 g	Grease Litol-24, LITA	All season
Power Steering Cylinder Hinge	1		5 g	Grease Litol-24, LITA	All season
Power steering	1		1.8 l (GAZ-3308)	R brand oil	From minus 35° С to plus 45° С
			2.1L (GAZ-33081)	Oil brand A, brand AUP	Above minus 25° С
				Oil VMGZ	Below minus 35° С
Expanding fork ball joint parking brake	1		5 g	Litol-24, LITA	All season
Pneumohydraulic brake drive	1		1.0 l	Brake fluid "ROSDOT", "Tom" class III brand A	All season
Clutch reservoir	1		0.25 l	Brake fluid "ROSDOT", backup fluid "Tom" class III brand A	All season
Air filters ventilation (GAZ-38081) fuel tank	2		0.1 l	Engine oil	All season
Terminals rechargeable battery- GAZ-3308 (batteries - GAZ-33081)	2 (GAZ-3308)		10 g	Cannon grease PVC or grease	All season
	4 (GAZ-33081)		20 g
door hinges	4		80 g	Lubricants Litol-24, LITA	All season
The cooling system of the car engine GAZ-33081	1			Coolants OZh-40 "Lena", TOSOL-A40M,	Above minus 40° С
				"Cool Stream Standard 40", "Termosol" brand A-40 OZH-65 "Lena", TOSOL-A65M, "Cool Stream Standard 65", "Termosol" brand A-65	Below min 40° С
- with preheater			25.5 l
- without preheater			24 l
The cooling system of the car engine GAZ-33081:	1			Coolants: OZH-40 "Lena", TOSOL-A40M, "Cool Stream Standard 40", "Termosol" brand A-40	Above minus 40° С
				OZH-65 "Lena", TOSOL-A65M, "Cool Stream Standard 65", "Termosol" brand A-65	Below minus 40°C
- with preheater-heater -			17 l
- without preheater-heater			16 l
Winch gearbox housing*	1		0.8 l	Oil MT-16P	All season
Hinges for cardan shafts for winch drive*	4		0.05 l	Gearbox oil	All season
Winch drum shaft splines*	1		0.04 l	Engine oil	All season
Winch drum shaft*	1		35 g	Lubricant Litol-24, grease C, grease Zh	All season
Winch cable guide rollers*	2		25 g	Lubricant Litol-24, grease C, grease Zh	All season
Sliding yokes for winch cardan shafts*	2	40 g		Grease Litol-24	All season
Winch block*	1	40 g		Graphite grease USSA, grease solidol Zh, grease S	All season

* For vehicles with winch

table 2

Engine oils with higher performance properties are allowed for use:

By viscosity class: SAE 15W-30; SAE 15W-40; SAE 10W-30; SAE 10W-40; SAE 5W-30; SAE 5W-40 - and operational properties - BZ or BZ / D1 according to STO AAI 003–98 and SF or SF / CC, SG or SG / CD according to API.

Gasolines used in the car

Table 3

When using duplicate gasoline, an increase in the ignition timing by 4 ° along the crankshaft is required.

8.14. Elements that are replaced on a car during its maintenance

8.14.1. Car GAZ-33081

When servicing a car, the following items must be replaced:

Filter designation - FT020–1117010.

Maintenance of the fine fuel filter consists in periodic draining of the sludge.

To drain the sludge, unscrew the filter plug and drain the sludge until clean fuel appears, then tighten the plug.

To remove air:

• unscrew plug 3 (Fig. 8.12) on the housing fuel pump and unscrew fitting 1 on the fuel fine filter by 1–2 turns;
• bleed the system using booster pump 2, when fuel appears, first screw in fitting 1, then plug 3.

Rice. 8.12. Removal of air from the fuel supply system:

1 - fitting; 2 - booster pump; 3 - cork

The element designation is 4301–1109013–10 or 4301.1109013–20.

3. Non-separable oil filter.

Filter designation - FM009–1012005.

When installing the filter on the housing, the rubber seal must be lubricated with engine oil and screw the filter onto the housing.

After touching the gasket to the housing, tighten the filter another 3 / 4 turns. Install the filter only by hand.

Instead of the filter FM009–1012005, it is allowed to install replacement filters X149 from ACDelco (France) and L37198 from Purolator (Italy) with the main dimensions:

• in diameter - 92–96 mm;
• in height - 140–153 mm;
• on a landing thread ¾ -16UNF.

4. Filter element 4310-3407359-10 of the tank SHNKF 453473.300 of the power steering system (for a metal tank). When installing a plastic non-separable tank YaMZ.993.003 of the power steering system, the tank is replaced as an assembly.

5. The filter element of the dryer II 40 100 F from KNORR-BREMSE.

8.14.2. Car GAZ-3308

1. Non-separable fuel fine filter.

The filter designation is 2108–1117010–033.

When installing the filter, make sure that the arrow on the filter housing coincides with the direction of fuel flow.

The filter does not require maintenance.

2. Air filter element.

The filter element designations are: 3102-1109013-02, -03, -04, -05, -06, -08, -09, -10, 31029-1109013, 31029-1109013-01, -02, -03, or 18.35. 04/20.00.00 or B 4202 or GB-99.

3. Oil filter (Fig. 8.13) full-flow, with a replaceable filter element "Regotmas 440A-1-06" or "Regotmas 440A-1-0.5".

The filter element must be replaced every time the engine oil is changed.

Rice. 8.13. Oil filter:

1 - filter housing (upper part); 2 - spring; 3 - support washer; 4 - sealing ring; 5 - stiffening ring; 6 - filter element; 7 - filter housing tube; 8 - bypass valve plug; 9 - bypass valve gasket; 10 - filter housing gasket; 11 - bypass valve ball; 12 - rod oil filter; 13 - filter element gasket; 14 - filter housing (lower part); 15 - filter gasket; 16 - filter spacer; 17 - washer; 18 - connecting nut; 19 - spacer gasket; 20 - connecting fitting; 21 - sealing gasket; 22 - sealing ring

For this you need:

unscrew the filter by hand at its upper part. In case of jamming, it is allowed to unscrew the filter with a 30 mm wrench by the hexagon on the upper part of the housing 1;

take measures to prevent oil from getting on the engine;

protect the oil cavity of the spacer 16 from possible contamination by covering it from above with a clean rag;

carefully unscrew the nut 18 on the connecting oil supply rod 12, drain the oil from the filter housing;

disconnect sections 1 and 14 and replace filter element 5;

check availability and correct installation seal parts 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 13 and washers 17 according to fig. 8.13, connect the sections and secure with nut 18.

It is necessary to monitor the condition of the upper rubber sealing ring 4 and replace it in case of loss of elasticity and deformation.

Otherwise, unfiltered oil will flow to the crankshaft bearings;

• lubricate gasket 15 with engine oil, put the filter on the engine, wrap it with your hands until gasket 15 begins to compress and tighten by 0.5–1 turn;
• start the engine. If there are oil leaks when the engine is running at an increased speed for several minutes, tighten the filter by hand. Wrench tightening is not allowed.

Warning.

1. Do not loosen or tighten the nipple nuts of the full flow filter tubes together with the adapter. In this case, preliminary fixation of the latter with a key is necessary.
2. The filter element in operation must be replaced immediately if a characteristic whistle appears from the triggered bypass valve in the spacer 16 during engine operation.
3. It is forbidden to use the filter elements of KAMAZ vehicles, because due to their greater height (by 10 mm) they rest against the upper part of the filter housing and do not let oil through.

This car, which rolled off the assembly line of the Gorky Automobile Plant in 1996, was the answer to industry demands for an all-wheel drive off-road cargo vehicle that would have a modern level of operational comfort.

Previously, this niche was occupied by the legendary GAZ-66, but, having been developed back in 1964, this all-terrain vehicle ceased to meet the modern requirements of civilian as well as military consumers. GAZ Sadko left for himself all the best that his predecessor of the latest modification GAZ 66-40 was famous for, namely:

• Transmission;
• transfer case;
• bridges and wheels;
• cargo platform.

The cab, control and frame of the new car was inherited from the GAZ 3309 model, as a result of which the Gorky manufacturer achieved good compatibility in terms of components and parts with other medium-duty models of its production. Initially, the new brainchild was assigned the production index GAZ 33097, but in December 1997 this car received its own name "Sadko", as well as the industry index 3308.

Sadko's car has three main versions:

• Standard- Equipped with single tires size 12R18, load capacity - 2 tons.
• Military- differs by single tires in size 12R20, equipped with an air pressure support and adjustment system, a load capacity of 2.3 tons, as well as a winch.
• Civil- Equipped with dual tires size 8.25R20, load capacity - 4 tons.

Main technical characteristics of engines

All-terrain vehicle "Sadko" is equipped with both gasoline and diesel power unit. As the first, ZMZ-513 or ZMZ-5233 engines are used. Both engines are liquid-cooled carburetors.

Modification GAZ-33081 is equipped with a turbocharged diesel MMZ engine D-245.7 Belarusian production.

Initially, this unit complied with Euro-2 environmental standards, but after modernization, this engine began to meet the strict Euro-4 environmental standard (since 2013). Its main parameters:

• Number of cylinders - 4 in a row
• Rated power - 117 hp (V = 4.75 l)
• Turbocharging
• Compression ratio - 15.1
• Fuel consumption (60 km / h) - 16 l / 100km
• Maximum travel speed - 90 km / h

Another of the modifications of the diesel Sadko is the GAZ-33088, which is equipped with a YaMZ-53442 turbocharged engine. The peculiarity of this motor is that with a volume of 4.43 liters it is able to develop a power of 135 hp.

It should also be noted an early modification of the GAZ-33082, which was equipped with a licensed Steyr turbo diesel engine GAZ-562. With a volume of 3.13 liters, this unit developed a power of 150 hp.

Main performance characteristics

For all modifications of this model, a 5-speed synchronized manual gearbox is used. An exception is the GAZ 3308-50/52 modification, in which the ZMZ-513 engine serves as the power unit.

For them, a 4-speed mechanics is used. To overcome difficult areas, a 2-stage transfer case is provided for lowering gear ratio rpm from engine to transmission without power loss.

The cross-axle limited slip differential was inherited by this car from the GAZ 66 car. It is he who, together with the transmission, provides high off-road capability. What is the ability of the GAZ-3308 Sadko to easily overcome slopes up to 31 degrees to the horizon. It should also be noted the clearance, which is 315 mm for standard equipment, and 335 mm for military equipment (the increase is achieved by installing wheels of a larger radius).

For the comfort of driving the machine, a hydraulic power steering is provided. With a car length of 6.25 m, the radius of its full turn is 11 m. The brake system is drum-type for the front and rear wheels, has two circuits, a hydraulic vacuum booster and a brake force redistribution system.

The use of the car "Sadko"

In addition to the military purpose, which was the main one when creating a prototype of equipment with high cross-country ability, this machine has received well-deserved recognition in many areas of economic activity.

For example, the modification of the GAZ Sadko Jager, thanks to the all-metal double 4-door cab, is able to accommodate 5 more passengers in addition to the driver, and the load capacity of the body is 1.5 tons. This allows the car to be used by hunting farms, or organizations serving electric and gas pipelines in hard-to-reach places. Using it, you can easily and quickly deliver a team of repairmen and all the necessary tools to the accident site.

Also, on the basis of GAZ-33081 created vehicle cross-country with a superstructure from American LaFrance, whose main task is to patrol forests and extinguish forest fires. This machine is equipped with a 1000L reinforced plastic water tank, which, paired with a high pressure pump, ensures a long period of work without refueling.

Summing up, we can say with confidence that the GAZ 3308 "Sadko" has proven to be an excellent off-road vehicle for any season and type of terrain, and has also become a worthy successor to the glorious traditions of "Shishiga" (GAZ 66).

Technical characteristics of GAZ Sadko:

Automobile model	GAZ-33081 (with diesel engine)	GAZ-3308 (with ZMZ-5231 engine)
Vehicle type	Two-axle cargo, with a drive on both axles
Vehicle load capacity, kg	2000
Gross vehicle weight, kg	6300	5950
Vehicle weight in running order (without additional equipment), kg	4065	3710
Overall dimensions, mm:
- length	6250
- width (according to the platform)	2340
- height (in the cabin without load)	2570
- height (on an awning without load)	2780
Base, mm	3770
Front wheel track, mm	1820
Rear wheel track, mm	1770
Vehicle ground clearance, mm	315
Turning radius of the car along the axis of the track of the front outer wheel, m	11
The highest speed with a full load, without a trailer, on horizontal sections of a flat highway, km / h	85 90-95
Fuel consumption when driving at a constant speed, l / 100 km
- 40 km/h	13,5	-
- 60 km/h	17	22
Overhang angle (with full load), °:
- front	48
- rear	32
The greatest angle of the lift overcome by the car at gross weight car, °, not less than	31
Depth of fording on a hard bottom, no more than, m	1,0
Loading height, mm	1360

If you thought that only the Western auto industry has stepped forward over the past decade, then this article is written especially for you. Today we will look at freight car GAZ 3308 of domestic production, which has undergone a serious transformation and modernization in accordance with all modern standards.

In fact, Sadko Gaz is a natural evolution of Russian trucks, thanks to which all the old GAZ-66 models were discontinued and replaced with a new prototype. In the late 90s, the GAZ-3308 "Sadko" entered service with the Russian army, having also proven itself well in the CIS countries and neighboring countries.

Actually, the history of the car began back in the 80s, when engineers began to think about modernizing the GAZ-66 truck and adding new features that would correspond to the times. In the early nineties, the first diesel car model was presented, which at that time was considered a real breakthrough! What the first military van looked like, you can see in the photo. The main idea of ​​​​creating a truck was to equip the army and other military purposes. In spite of positive reviews and the prospects of mass production, the car never gained popularity due to the collapse of the Union and a serious economic crisis. The old GAZ-66 models remained on the assembly line, which were produced for about ten more years.

The development of a military truck began during the USSR

But the history of the creation of the truck did not end there, and soon Russian designers returned to the idea of ​​creating new military equipment. Of course, no one was going to produce Sadko in the form in which it was presented in the early nineties, since progress did not stand still and new ideas were required from engineers. The country's leadership wanted to see a completely improved model with increased strength, powerful engines and the best specifications.

It took the designers about five years to finalize the car, and already in 1995 the GAZ-3309P model was presented. The main technical breakthrough was a change in the overall design of the cabin and the complete replacement of cabover variations. After additional tests, some modernization and all formal checks in 1997, the GAZ-3308 car entered service with the Russian army.

Popularity and further modernization

After all GAZ-66 models were disposed of and replaced with new prototypes, the truck began to be delivered to the CIS countries and neighboring countries. Let's look at the places where the domestic "handsome" is officially used for military purposes:

1. Since the beginning of the 2000s, Belarus has completely replaced the old equipment with the GAZ-3308 and uses it to this day.
2. In the National Guard of Kazakhstan, you can also see "Sadko", which is very popular with the military.
3. Since 2014, Ukraine has also started using military equipment Russian production, including a cargo van.
4. In addition to nearby countries, the car is also actively supplied to Syria. For example, in 2004, this country received 114 models for initial testing, and since 2007, the van has officially entered service with the army.

At least five countries use the Russian Jaeger for their army

As you understand, the Sadko machine is popular not only within the country, but also abroad, forcing manufacturers to constantly improve their creation and introduce some modern elements. The first "cosmetic" update of the van was made in 2003. No drastic changes, except for the installation of a new turbodiesel and some visual additions.

But in 2013, a new Huntsman was presented at an automobile exhibition, which has a special power plant and new protective equipment. It is worth noting that since 2013 the car has fully met all Euro-4 requirements and is recognized by the world community. The last stage of modernization of the truck took place in 2014, having received the name "Sadko Next" and the possibility of transporting huge loads with a total weight of about three tons.

Technical equipment GAZ 3308

As noted above, the van fully complies with all international standards and is in no way inferior to Western military equipment. "Huntsman" can easily cover long distances in all weather conditions and feel comfortable off-road. By the way, thanks to military tests and constant modernization, the car is not afraid of many obstacles, including fallen trees, or even shallow swamps.

To date, there are three options for installing the engine: diesel, Minsk or Yaroslavl production, and gasoline from the Zavolzhsky plant. It is worth noting that the GAZ 3308 model is best combined Gas engine , and the majority of customers prefer it.

The gasoline version consists of eight cylinders and has a carburetor type. The power of such a machine is 122 horsepower and can easily climb various hills. True, there are also two opinions here, as many customers complain about poor load capacity when fully loaded. But, as a rule, with proper use, there should not be any special problems with movement. If we talk about diesel, then engines based on it have even less power.

The built-in carburetor is equipped with two chambers. Thanks to the liquid heater, the temperature of the mixture has an acceptable temperature and does not overheat. Also inside the system, constant monitoring and air circulation is carried out, helping to maintain an acceptable temperature.

The truck is widely used both for military operations and for the transport of any cargo.

An additional advantage of the van is the original suspension structure, which allows you to drive on soft ground and not be afraid of dirt. As for the drive, it acts simultaneously on two axes. For example, the total volume of the diesel model is 6.3 tons, while the petrol version is just under six. According to experts, this is a fairly large weight indicator for a car of this class.

Touching on the cons of the truck, it is necessary to say about the big ground clearance, which is often the cause of braking. On the Jaeger, drivers can easily climb hills at an inclination of no more than 31 degrees and drive through watery terrain up to one meter deep. By the way, it is not recommended to transport goods with a volume of more than 2000 kg on a truck!

Once again touching on the technical characteristics of the GAZ 33081, it is worth mentioning the excellent alarm system, including the sound one, which helps to keep in touch between the body and the main cabin.

Appearance

Having talked about the performance characteristics of the truck, let's take a closer look at its external characteristics. The maximum number of passengers in the cabin must not exceed two people, including the driver. The all-metal technology on which the cab is designed allows the installation of more than a hundred superstructures for the chassis. Therefore, in addition to transporting goods, the van can also be equipped for various rescue operations and install special oil tanks. In small towns, the Huntsman is even used as a fire truck. thanks to endurance and the possibility of transporting water tanks.

Speaking about the spaciousness of the body, it should be noted that up to five passengers can comfortably accommodate there, and if the car is equipped as a residential van, then you can feel at home at all. Thanks to the option to purchase a longer version of the truck, many foremen use it for moving and further repair work. As you understand, GAZ 3308 is universal and can simultaneously perform several functions.

The latest models also include a portable ladder that can be used to climb up to the roof. As a rule, additional luggage compartments are installed there for the transport of goods. But it should be noted that all items carried on the roof must be light in weight!

GAZ-3308 has more than ten variants of modifications

Inside the cabin there are sockets and additional lighting, which works thanks to a special diesel generator. We can safely say that the fuel consumption of GAZ 33081 is quite acceptable, and this is especially true for a diesel engine. On average, for every hundred kilometers you will need 22 liters of gasoline. It is also possible to install an additional preheater to help maintain the desired temperature and prevent hypothermia. As noted earlier, all engines of recent years have been developed using Euro-4 technology and are environmentally friendly.

When purchasing the standard version of the Jaeger, the tire size will be 12R18, while a similar model with a forklift has upgraded durable 8.25-R20 tires.

Price

Since GAZ 33081 is produced primarily in Russia and for its citizens, each buyer has the opportunity to choose the version of the car they like directly during production at the factory. You can immediately discuss your questions and upgrade the truck depending on how you plan to use it in life. The average price of "Sadko" is about 1.5 million rubles

GAZ-3308 "Sadko"- Russian cargo onboard all-wheel drive vehicle 2.5-ton bonnet class.

Story

In the late 1980s, due to the replacement of the GAZ-66, there were attempts to unify the production of an existing car. So, in 1990, the GAZ-3301 model appeared, built to meet the requirements of the military. Also, a distinctive feature of this car was the presence of a diesel engine. However, the collapse of the USSR and the decline in state purchases put an end to the promising machine. In view of this, the production of "shishiga" (GAZ-66) was continued.
However, development new car continued. Taking into account the softened requirements of the military, and also in view of the practical experience of using a cab above the engine on the GAZ-66 with all its inherent disadvantages (high danger to the crew in case of a mine explosion, great difficulty in repairing the engine, low level of comfort and poor ergonomics in general), and most importantly, a sharp reduction in government purchases for the army and the national economy, the plant management returned to the bonnet layout, but the design of the all-wheel drive chassis remained consistent.

The first prototype of a new all-wheel drive truck was created by the Gorky Automobile Plant in 1995 under the GAZ-3309P index. Serial production of the model, which received the industry index GAZ-3308 and its own name "Sadko", began in December 1997.

In the Russian army, the 2.3-ton truck GAZ-3308 replaced the GAZ-66-40 model with a cab over the engine. The GAZ-3308 uses a modified one (other wings with enlarged wheel arches) cab from GAZ-3309, as well as drive axles and transmission similar to those used on GAZ-66-40.

In September 2000, the GAZ-3308 was offered for export to the armed forces of Ukraine.

Since 2003, Sadko has been mainly equipped with a MMZ D-245.7 turbodiesel (since 2005 environmental class Euro-2, since 2013 - D-245.7E4 of the ecological class Euro-4).

In February 2013, a version of the GAZ-33088 "Sadko" appeared with a Euro-4 YaMZ-53442 turbodiesel.

In June 2014, GAZ introduced a new version with the unofficial name Sadko-Next with a payload of 3 tons, along with a new version of the GAZ-3309.

Variants and modifications

• GAZ-3308- basic version with a carbureted 130-horsepower ZMZ-5231.10 engine with a working volume of 4.67 liters;

• GAZ-3308 "Huntsman"- GAZ-3308 version with a two-row five-seater cab extended by 1150 mm, developed by Technospas-NN;

• GAZ-33081- modification with a 117-horsepower diesel engine MMZ D-245.7 with a working volume of 4.75 liters with a turbocharger;

• GAZ-33081 "Huntsman-II"- GAZ-33081 version with a two-row five-seater cab, developed by the Chaika-Service manufacturing enterprise;

• GAZ-33082- early modification with a GAZ-562 turbodiesel licensed by Steyr;
• GAZ-33085 "Countryman"– A 4-tonne model with a dual-tire rear axle, which makes maximum use of elements from Sadko.
• GAZ-33086 "Countryman"- modification with diesel engine MMZ D-245.7, introduced in 2005;
• GAZ-33088- modification with a 134.5-horsepower YaMZ-53442 diesel engine with a working volume of 4.43 liters with a turbocharger;
• MTP-1- technical assistance vehicle on the GAZ-3308 "Sadko" chassis;
• dressing station AP-2 on GAZ-3308 chassis produced by PJSC "Medoborudovaniye";
• mobile disinfection and shower unit DDA-01-"SZMO" on the GAZ-3308 chassis produced by PJSC "Medoborudovaniye".

Rotational buses on the chassis "Sadko"

• KAVZ-39766- bus-all-terrain vehicle using a 19-seater body of a small class bus KAvZ-3976. Modifications: 397660 - with carbureted engine ZMZ-513; 397663 - with diesel engine MMZ D-245.7. Produced in 2003-2005.
• SemAR-3257- 12-seat all-terrain vehicle with a carburetor engine ZMZ-513 and a body from a SemAR-3280 small class bus. Produced by CJSC NPP Semar in 2001-2006.
• Rotational bus on GAZ-3308 chassis- cargo-passenger "shift" with a separate angular body on the GAZ-3308 chassis with a standard cab. Produced in 2003-2006. at Semar. Currently produced at the Auto-Profi plant.
• GAZ-330811-10 Vepr- a special-purpose vehicle on a shortened Sadko base with an all-metal three- or five-door body