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1:35 Russian KrAZ-260B Tractor with 5P85TE TEL S-300PMU
Production of the KrAZ-260 began some time during the early 1980s when it replaced the earlier KrAZ-255B on the production lines at the Kremenchug Motor Vehicle Plant. However, the vehicle was not disclosed to the general public until 1985 when examples were displayed towing 152-mm 2A36 nuclear-capable field guns during a Red Square parade - the KrAZ-260 can tow loads of up to 10000 kg when fully loaded (30000 kg when empty). The Red Square example had an open body equipped with forward-facing bench seats although this had been a parade configuration. The normal body uses a conventional cargo body with tailgate all covered by the usual tilt over bows. A winch is a standard fitting under the cargo body and can be employed for either forward or rearwards recovery, including self-recovery.
The overall appearance of the KrAZ-260 is similar to that of the earlier KrAZ-255B but the bonnet is more angular to accommodate the turbocharged diesel engine, and the overall dimensions are slightly larger. As far as can be determined the KrAZ-260 was produced for military service only and as apparently not been delivered to armed forces outside the Soviet Union.
Variants known to exist include the KrAZ-260V tractor truck, used to tow a variety of semi-trailers, and the KrAZ-240. It was also used to tow platforms with S-300 missiles. This tractor truck has a 6x4 drive configuration, a slightly longer wheelbase (4,88 m+1.4 m) and an on-road load capacity of 16.8 t; it is used for long range logistic support duties, leaving the KrAZ-260 for forward area load carrying.
In 1999 this heavy utility truck was succeeded with improved KrAZ-6322.
Scale 1:35
Item Type Plastic Model Armor Kit
Length: 403.2 mm
Width: 94.7 mm
Total Plastic Parts 890+
Total Sprues 26 sprues and tires
Photo Etched Parts 2 pcs
-Full drive train assembly complete with engine transmission, differential housing, and suspension units.
-The main tires are hollow rubber with a very good tread pattern
-Wheel hubs are in great details
Additional Information
Article No | HB85511 |
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Article No of Manufacturer | 85511 |
Аvailability | AVAILABLE |
Colour | For colouring |
Scale | 1:35 |
Manufacturer | HOBBY BOSS |
Brand | KRAZ |
Series | No |
EAN | 6939319255112 |
Material | Polystyrene (plastic). |
Epoch | 1947-1991 Cold War and 21st century |
Age recommendation | Not suitable for children under 14 years. |