2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42
GAZ 3310 "Valdai" is a low loader truck of domestic production. This model belongs to the medium tonnage class of commercial vehicles. The novelty has been produced at the Gorky Automobile Plant since the fall of 2004. At the moment, the serial production of "Valdai" has not been stopped. It was this car that was the first medium-duty vehicle, which was developed at the plant using computer technology. Today it is actively used as a city carrier. It is also operated on intercity and even interregional flights. The Valdai truck is the leader in sales on the Russian market.
GAZ Valdai - design reviews
A massive frame from GAZ 3307 was used as the basis of the truck. The cab had many similarities with the GAZ 3302 Gazelle. The result was something in between "Gazelka" and "Lawn". The machine combines everythingpositive qualities of both models. Thanks to this design, the novelty is able to transfer loads weighing up to 3500 kilograms. But this is not the limiting feature of GAZ Valdai: reviews say that it is capable of pulling 4-ton loads without problems. Due to the low position of the frame, the engineers have achieved an optimal loading height (100 centimeters). When developing the novelty, great attention was paid to the comfort of travel. The cab contributes to maximum driver comfort in all operating conditions. And thanks to the increased ground clearance, Valdai easily transports goods over rough terrain. By the way, it was the first medium-duty truck to have disc brakes on both axles (similar domestic vehicles had a disc-drum brake system).
Valdai engine
Reviews about the technical ability of the engine make you pay a lot of attention to this car. Initially, the Gorky Plant was tasked with creating a more economical engine than the GAZon, at the same time reliable and high-torque. The ideal solution was the Belarusian engine brand MMZ-245.7 with a capacity of 119 horsepower. This unit is capable of speeds up to 100 kilometers per hour. It is equipped with imported fuel equipment brand CRS Bosch. The battery is 12-volt, like the Gazelka (although 24-volt batteries are better suited for cars of this class). But despite the 12-volt power system, drivers do not complain about any problems when starting the engine in winter.time. GAZ "Valdai" reviews characterize as a reliable and economical truck.
Small update
At the end of 2010, Valdai began to be equipped with a three-liter American Cummins engine (Cummins ISF 3.8). Its technical characteristics were several times superior to the parameters of the Belarusian MMZ. Buyers have a choice of three engine options with power from 143 to 170 horsepower. At the same time, the torque of the "American" is from 450 to 600 Nm (depending on power). With such a unit, the new GAZ Valdai will definitely not have problems with power. Repair of the Cummins engine in the next 3-4 years of operation will definitely not be needed (except for periodic oil changes and nozzle cleaning).
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