Technical characteristics of the Sobol car

4.1. Total information

1. For buses with 10 passenger seats.
2. For RVs with two rows of seats.
3. For flatbed vehicles, the cabin height is indicated.

1. The given fuel consumption is used to determine the technical condition of the vehicles, is checked under conditions regulated by the relevant standards and is not an indicator of operational fuel consumption standards.

Reviews from GAZ-22171 owners

Many owners of the GAZ-22171, who previously operated Gazelle, find that it is made of better quality and has high reliability of the components. This is most likely due to the fact that the operation of the GAZ-22171 is rarely associated with the transportation of heavy loads, so the minibus breaks down much less often than its relative.

The power of the carburetor engine is clearly not enough for city use, and even on the highway it does not perform well. But the injection engine has proven itself to be reliable and unpretentious over the years of its operation. Its fuel consumption is significantly lower, and its power and throttle response are higher than those of a carburetor engine. The Cummins diesel, which is installed on the latest modifications of the Sobol, performed even better. With a diesel engine, the car can easily move in the general flow of passenger cars both in large cities and on the highway.

Thanks to the power steering, the car is easy to drive, and the high seating position gives excellent visibility on the road. The shock absorbers that are installed in the front suspension are quite weak, which is why the car often “nods” during sudden braking. The rear leaf spring suspension, on the contrary, is too rigid, which leads to a “goat” effect on bumps and uneven surfaces.

All-wheel drive GAZ-22171 models performed excellently in off-road conditions. These minibuses are often used in rallies, where they show quite decent results even without special training. Often this vehicle serves as a special vehicle for pulling out jeeps stuck in the mud. But you shouldn’t get too carried away with off-road driving. If the all-wheel drive Sobol gets into a rut left by trucks, it will get stuck there for a very long time. Moreover, it will only be possible to pull it out with the help of a tractor or truck.

Currently, GAZ-22171 can often be found on the secondary market. Less common are all-wheel drive vehicles, which can cost several times more. Such machines are valued among hunters and fishermen.

4.2. Engine

4.3. Transmission

The history of the appearance of GAZ-22171 “Sable”

The first Sobol class cars appeared at the Gorky Automobile Plant in 1998. They differed from ordinary “Gazelles” in the following parameters:

• Base shortened to 2,760 mm;
• Single rear tires;
• Independent front spring suspension;
• Load capacity reduced to 900 kg.

The GAZ-22171 car had a high roof and was produced in six-seat and ten-seat versions. In 1999, production of the Barguzin modification began, which received a lower roof. This modification was positioned by the manufacturer as a minivan, and had a lifting rear door.

The Sobol family of cars also includes all-wheel drive versions. They were purchased both by private individuals for travel and hunting, and by various organizations that, due to the specifics of their work, have to get to hard-to-reach places. All-wheel drive versions of GAZ have a rigid front axle and cardan joints in the front wheel drive.

In 2003, the Gorky Automobile Plant underwent a global modernization of the Gazelle family. This modernization also affected cars of the Sobol family. The following elements in the design of the cars have been changed:

• The shape of the bumpers has changed and has become more voluminous;
• A massive radiator grille appeared, which gave the car a more aggressive look;
• The old design headlights were replaced with new block headlights;
• There is a new dashboard and many other minor improvements.

At the beginning of 2010, new modifications called “Sobol-Business” appeared at the Gorky Automobile Plant. They are distinguished by the presence of many modified units and components in the design. Sobol-Business minibuses are still produced. The most popular engines in this family are the Cummins ISF 2.8 diesel engines equipped with a turbine. These motors have long proven themselves to be reliable and economical.

4.4. Chassis

The main differences between Barguzin and Gazelle

It is believed that the Sobol is a more compact version of the Gazelle, and this is true. Although the Sobol is a car of a completely different class, the models have a lot in common - the same components and assemblies, appearance, interior and body elements. When comparing models, it is better to consider the main differences. And the main differences between Sobol are as follows:

• One wheel is installed on the rear axle (the Gazelle has a gable tire);
• Load capacity is approximately one and a half times less;
• The wheelbase is 140 mm shorter;
• Unlike springs, the Gazelle is equipped with a front spring suspension (4x2 version);
• More compact luxury interior;
• Short frame of our own design;
• Other brake drums;
• The diameter of the brake discs has been increased by 15 mm;
• Other springs are installed on the rear suspension.

The big advantage of the front suspension on the Barguzin is that it does not have kingpins. Ball joints are installed instead.

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4.6. Brake control

Technical characteristics 1998 V.

The first issue 2217 ran from 1998 to 2003. The minibus was produced in a 10-seater version mainly for minibuses and had a simpler configuration. The six-seater minivan has already acquired a richer finish - it is considered a commercial vehicle.

The minivan's interior is equipped with a folding table, and the middle row seats are located so that the occupants can communicate with each other. The seats are soft and comfortable - passengers should feel comfortable on long trips.

The only inconvenient thing is that the seats are rigidly tied to their places, and it is not possible to rearrange them at your discretion in the cabin.

"Sobol Barguzin" from the first releases could be either rear-wheel drive or with a 4x4 wheel arrangement. In the all-wheel drive version, the front axle is constantly engaged, the axles are driven through cardan shafts. Due to its sufficient comfort, “Barguzin” is often used for family trips outside the city to nature.

GAZ 2217 (1998-2003) has the following technical characteristics:

• Dimensions (length/width/height) – 4.81/2.03/2.1 m;
• The distance between the wheel axles (wheelbase) is 2.76 m;
• Rear wheel track – 1.7 m;
• Front wheel track – 1.69 m;
• Load capacity – from 0.64 to 0.91 tons;
• Gazelle fuel consumption per 100 km (gasoline) – 11.7 liters, for a diesel engine – 9.2 liters;
• Fuel tank volume – 70 l;
• The maximum permissible speed is up to 145 km/h;
• Gearbox – mechanical, five steps;
• The front wheel suspension on the 4x2 version is spring, independent;
• Ground clearance – 150 mm for rear-wheel drive, 205 mm for all-wheel drive;
• The weight of a fully loaded vehicle is 2800 kg (minivan), 2650 kg (minibus with 10 seats).

First generation Sobol Barguzin cars have the following modifications:

• GAZ 2217 – minivan, six passenger seats;
• GAZ 22171 – minibus, ten passenger seats;
• GAZ 22177 – minivan with 4x4 wheel arrangement;
• GAZ 221717 is a minibus with all-wheel drive.

On the first generation of Barguzinov, only two types of engines were installed:

• Diesel engine GAZ 560 (under license from STEYR MOTORS) with a power of 110 hp. s., volume 2.1 l.
• Gasoline carburetor engine ZMZ 406 with a power of 110 hp. s., volume 2.3 l.

Chassis, transmission, steering and braking system

As for the Barguzin chassis, it has the following technical characteristics:

• Gearbox – mechanical, five-speed, all gears are synchronized (except reverse speed);
• Transfer case (for models with all-wheel drive) – two gears, with gear ratios 1.07 and 1.86;
• Clutch – with one driven disc, hydraulic drive;
• The front suspension for models with rear-wheel drive is independent, double wishbone, for models with all-wheel drive – dependent, on leaf springs. All types of suspension are equipped with a stabilizer and hydraulic shock absorbers;
• The brake system is hydraulically driven, with two separate circuits for the front and rear wheels, with a pressure regulator and a vacuum booster. There are discs on the front axle and drums on the rear axle. Hand brake on cables, cables go to the rear wheels;
• Steering – worm shaft – ball nut type mechanism, gear ratio 16.6; with hydraulic power steering, the column is adjustable in angle and height;
• Rear suspension - leaf spring, with stabilizer and hydraulic shock absorbers;
• The main gear (rear axle) is hypoid type, gear ratio 4.556 for the 4x2 model, gear ratio 5.125 for the 4x4 model.

Design

The GAZ-2217 minibus has the following overall dimensions:

• Length - 4.8 / 4.9 m;
• Width - 2.1 m;
• Height - 2.1 / 2.2 m;
• Wheelbase - 2.8 m;
• Wheel formula - 4x2 / 4x4;
• Capacity - 6+1 / 10+1;
• Ground clearance - 15 / 19 cm;
• The volume of the power unit is 2.89 l;
• Power plant power - 107/120 horsepower;
• Maximum speed - 120 / 130 km/h.

During the production of the car, several types of engines were used. In 1998, ZMZ engines (402, 406.3 and 406) were installed on the car. Their characteristics differed only in the number of valves. A diesel version of the GAZ-5601 was also offered. In 2003, engineers carried out a modernization, after which a 140-horsepower injection power unit and a Gorky Automobile turbodiesel were used in production. In 2008, the device was supplemented with a Chrysler DOHC 2.4L power plant, which developed up to 137 horsepower. The diesel engine 5601 was replaced by 5602. In 2009, we came to the final version: gasoline UMZ-4216.10 and turbodiesel Cummis ISF 2.8L.

The latest generation engine has four cylinders. There are 2 valves per cylinder. In the case of the diesel version, there are 4 valves per cylinder. Working volume - 2.89 or 2.781 liters. Maximum power is 107 (at 4 thousand revolutions) or 120 (at 3.2 thousand revolutions) horsepower.

A version with all-wheel drive is also available, designed for rural areas where off-road conditions are common. The scheme of this option includes a single-lever transfer case. Power steering is also provided to improve handling. In some modifications, the driver can disable one axle.

The clutch includes one disc and is of the dry type. The drive is carried out by a hydraulic mechanism. The manual transmission has six stages: five forward and one rear.

The wishbones form the basis of the front independent suspension. The designers added anti-roll bars to its design. The rear dependent suspension is based on two longitudinal semi-elliptic springs.

When purchasing, you can choose additional functions, which include a multifunction steering wheel, air conditioning, electric windows and electrically adjustable side mirrors. Diesel variants come with cruise control.

The car's interior is comfortable, but simple. The driver has at his disposal a four-spoke steering wheel, a gear lever, and a dashboard with system indicators. Materials of medium quality are used for interior decoration; they last for many years. The seats are upholstered in fabric. Airbags are not provided; ABS is included as standard. There are two versions - with a low and high roof. This does not affect the cabin equipment in any way.

4.7. Electrical equipment

4.8. Body

The body is all-metal, half-hood, has two hinged cabin doors, a sliding side door and two hinged rear doors (for vehicles with a medium roof) or one rear door that opens upward (for vehicles with a low roof).

1. For vehicles with an all-metal body.
2. For auto GAZ-2752 and mod. with two rows of seats.
3. For body with medium roof.

4.10. Basic data for adjustments and control

"Barguzin business"

“Sobol Barguzin”, unlike “Gazelle”, is more suitable for business trips or as a family car. To a large extent, comfort depends on the thoughtful interior decoration. All the details of the interior of the car in the next generation Soboley model - GAZ 2217 Barguzin Business - have been well worked out.

Appearance and seating arrangement in the Barguzin business modification

On the roads, the new model is easily recognizable by its modified front bumper and radiator grille trim. The instrument panel, audio system, air conditioning and heating systems have changed in the cabin. The stove is now controlled using an electronic unit.

The steering wheel has acquired different shapes and has become more pleasant to the touch. Installed different turn switches and windshield wipers. The new brand began to use an imported clutch - due to this, speeds are now switched more easily, and the clutch pedal is pressed noticeably softer. The plant gives a guarantee of 80 thousand km or two years for the new Sobol Barguzin, the interval between maintenance has increased to 15 thousand km.

The new model is also equipped with two types of engines – a 2.9-liter UMZ-4216 gasoline engine and a promising Cummins turbocharged diesel engine (2.8-liter).

Technical characteristics of Cummins ISF2.8s3129T:

• Engine type – diesel, turbocharged;
• Cooling – liquid;
• Number of cylinders – 4;
• The cylinder arrangement is in-line;
• Power – 120 l. With.;
• Compression ratio – 16.5;
• Fuel consumption at a speed of 60 km/h – 8.5 l;
• Fuel consumption at a speed of 80 km/h – 10.3 l;
• Piston diameter – 94 mm;
• Piston stroke – 100 mm;
• Cylinder volume – 2.8 l;
• Ecology class - Euro-3 or Euro-4.

The diesel engine in the Gazelle is very reliable and has a service life of about 500 thousand km before major repairs. The diesel engine at Barguzin Business has the following refueling tanks:

• Engine oil in the crankcase – 5 l;
• Oil in the oil filter – 0.44 l;
• Liquid in the cooling system – 6 l;
• Between the max and min marks on the dipstick – 1 liter.