Heavy truck tractor KAMAZ-65226: review, specifications and reviews

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

In 2007, the largest truck at that time in the class of truck tractors was produced in Russia. The name of this well-known car is KAMAZ-65226. At that time, he was able to become the absolute leader due to the presence of a powerful diesel engine and reinforced suspension. This truck will be discussed in more detail in this article.

Main parameters

KamAZ-65226, the technical characteristics of which are fully indicated below, is a powerful vehicle capable of solving many of the tasks assigned to it. Among its indicators are:

• Engine model - DEUTZ BF8M1015C ("Euro-2") with diesel turbocharging. A high efficiency charge air cooler is also available.
• Rated power, hp/crankshaft speed, rpm. – 544/1900.
• Maximum torque - 2637 Nm.
• The location of the cylinders and their number - V-shaped, 8 pieces.
• Engine capacity - 15.9 liters.
• Cylinder diameter - 132 millimeters.
• Stroke - 145 millimeters.
• The compression ratio is 17.
• The curb weight of the car is 11,850 kilograms.
• Gross weight – 33,500kilogram.
• The total mass of the road train is 97,000 kilograms.
• The total weight of the semi-trailer is 85,000 kilograms.
• Fuel tank capacity - 500 liters.
• Transmission model is ZF 16S 251 mechanical type with sixteen steps.
• Wheels - disk, equipped with pneumatic tube tires.
• Rim size - 8.0-20 (216-508).
• Tire parameters - 12.00 R20 (320 R508).
• Maximum travel speed of at least 60 km/h.
• Batteries - 2 pieces, 12/190 V/Ah.
• Clutch type - single disc, diaphragm.
• Drive type - hydraulic with universal pneumatic booster.
• The gear ratio of the main gear is 5, 55.
• Type of transfer case - mechanical, ZF STEYR, two-stage. The center differential locks securely.
• First gear ratio - 1, 41.
• The second gear ratio is 0.91.

Deciphering the markings

The KamAZ 65226 6010-77 E3 car has a dump truck as its base model, which is indicated by the second digit in its encoding - “5”. The first digit - "6" - tells us that the car belongs to the class of trucks, the gross weight of which is in the range of 21-40 tons. The last digit "6" means that the tractor was made for its subsequent operation in the temperate climate zone. The numbers "6010" are an indicator of a certain type of steering. E3 is an index indicating the presencein a truck with a diesel engine that is capable of working in heavy duty and meets all existing specifications of the Association of Automobile Designers.

Car operation area

KamAZ-65226-6010-77 was mass-produced. Due to the presence of all-wheel drive in it, he feels quite comfortable in the conditions of both an international highway and complete off-road. In addition, the design features of the machine allow it to be used even in extreme situations, which is largely facilitated by a durable, temperature-resistant and economical engine. Many truck users noted that even at very low ambient temperatures, the truck starts without any serious problems in a short time, without requiring much effort from the driver.

Riding Features

KAMAZ-tractor 65226, even when fully loaded, perfectly overcomes slopes of 30 degrees. Although, as practice has shown, a car can drive through sixty-degree slopes without any threat to its safety. However, gentler climbs show that the car stays in place thanks to the well-functioning parking brake, which is very important in this class of car.

Driver Reviews

KamAZ-65226 is equipped with an optimal working transmission, as evidenced by the reviews of drivers who do not make any complaints about it at all. Switching gears in the car occurs without problems. Iftalking about the main working gears of the car, then this is the fifth and eighth, located in the bottom row, as well as the fourth and seventh in the top. Often drivers use them. An important nuance: it is difficult to use eighth gear on frequent descents and ascents, and therefore the best option would be to use the so-called gear game. Although it should be understood that no matter how powerful the equipment, it is the driver’s experience that comes to the fore in some situations, especially since sometimes KamAZ is forced to drive in real off-road conditions.

The nuances of the design of the machine

KamAZ-65226 is equipped with a fifth wheel coupling with reinforced fasteners. This device is located slightly higher than on other similar models of machines. This feature allows the truck to transport very large loads. In addition, you can not ignore the two-stage transfer case, which is associated with a lockable center differential. This knot allows you to accurately turn the car with a trailer, however, this will require a sufficiently large turning radius.

However, KamAZ-65226, like any other car, has some shortcomings. So, most drivers do not really like that the cab is high, and therefore there are certain difficulties in servicing the wipers and the windshield. The lower part of the cab is not equipped with a step and handle, which drivers usually hold on to when washing side and windshields. Although in newer truck models these subtleties have already been taken into account, and claimsbecame much less. In general, the cabin itself has three seats and one place to sleep. At the same time, manufacturers took care of the comfort of the driver and passengers and provided the seats with pneumatic suspension.

Particular attention should be paid to the full heat exchange of the motor. The thing is that the machine is focused on the transportation of goods weighing almost 100 tons. Of course, such a weight is not capable of driving at the speed of an ordinary car. Therefore, at a sufficiently low speed, the engine will be very susceptible to heating, or even extremely undesirable overheating. To solve this problem, the plant's designers resorted to installing a special pipe frame behind the cab. On both sides of the sides on this frame, a radiator and an intercooler with a pair of forced-action fans for air supply were also mounted.

The spare wheel of the tractor is installed in a special place and is raised/lowered by a hydraulic mechanism.

The power of the headlights of the car is fully sufficient for a comfortable long-distance trip at night or in conditions of poor visibility.

Who buys?

KamAZ-65226 (technical specifications - 6x6, all-terrain vehicle) is very often purchased by oil workers, construction organizations, mining companies, as well as structures specializing in the transportation of various heavy equipment. Most of those who buy this tractor pay about 5-6 million Russian rubles for it, which, if you look at it in detail, is not so much. BUTall because for a truck of this quality, this cost is quite economically justified and acceptable, given its reliability and long period of trouble-free operation. The final cost of the car will depend on its technical features and mileage, if it has already been used before.

Interesting truck fact

To understand as clearly as possible what the described truck tractor looks like, it is worth watching the TV series called “Truckers”, which is loved by many viewers. The main characters of this multi-part television movie traveled around the country on a KamAZ-65226 truck. By the way, the peak of active sales of the truck fell just during the broadcast of the series.

Documents for the tractor

PTS KAMAZ-65226 is manufactured, as for other vehicles, on special forms of the statutory standard. Moreover, this passport is initially issued at the factory in the case of the initial purchase. This document contains all the necessary information about the machine. It serves to strengthen the fight against illegal actions in relation to cars, determine the environmental class of the car and register.