UAZ 2206 series: technical specifications (220695, 22069, 220694, 220602)

Non-staling “loaf” in the “9-seater minibus” version

UAZ-220695-04 is a minibus of category B. This version of the famous Ulyanovsk “loaf” is a special all-terrain passenger vehicle designed for transporting passengers, with a carriage-type body, inside of which there is a 2-seater cabin and an 8-seater salon (total 9 passenger seats). The UAZ-2206 series of minibuses (with various versions of the passenger compartment and number of seats) has been produced by the Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant from 1985 to the present day.

A little history

In the world, perhaps, there is not a family of cars that have been produced virtually unchanged in their appearance for sixty years. The secret of such rare longevity is the unsurpassed cross-country ability of these cars, which borders on permissiveness. And also, of course, the affordable price of the car.

Due to the specific shape of the body, these cars received the popular nickname “loaf” even in the first years of their production. When it was decided to begin mass production of a delivery van and an ambulance, UAZ did not even have its own design department, and several structures took part in the development of this vehicle family. The appearance was developed by NAMI specialists under the leadership of Yuri Dolmatovsky.

The original body version, with a “humpbacked roof” and a flat windshield, was rejected. Such a machine did not include four stretchers, and this turned out to be one of the fundamental requirements of the customer. The project had to be reworked, taking into account one more instruction - to use the existing chassis of the GAZ-69 car.

To install a mono-volume body on it, the frame was increased and other springs were installed. We also designed a new steering gear - for a car with a cabover layout it should be completely different. The first UAZ-450 “loaves” entered the assembly line in 1958. Interestingly, these first cars did not have a side door for the passenger compartment. There were only rear hinged doors. The additional right door appeared only eight years later, when the modernized version, the UAZ-452, was launched into production.

The more than time-tested “loaf” is still in demand among rural owners, foresters, and fishermen and hunters. In the off-road conditions of many regions of the Russian outback, it is still indispensable.

Design

Externally, the UAZ-220695-04 is no different from other cars of this family. Frame structure, all-metal body, carriage layout, round headlights.

The dependent suspensions are equipped with packages with short springs. Each of them contains thirteen sheets. The springs are rigid, but very energy-intensive. The motor, as in all “loaves”, is located inside the cabin: remove the cover and repair it calmly. Neither rain nor snow is scary. This point is important somewhere in Siberia or the Far North.

In a UAZ minibus, the cabin is not separated from the passenger compartment by a partition. The number of seats may vary, as well as their location. In the UAZ-220695-04 model, there are eight seats in the passenger compartment of the bus (plus two seats in the cabin, including the driver).

One three-seater (triple) seat is located rearward, with its back to the driver and passenger seats, along the imaginary partition of the cabin. They don't have seat belts. The second row contains one single and one double (double) seats, with lap inertia seat belts. The two single seats in the third row, near the rear hinged doors, are also equipped with lap inertia seat belts.

In addition, an easily removable table can be installed in the passenger compartment. Getting into the minibus is convenient: its side door is equipped with a handle and stationary steps. The rear doorway, with double hinged doors, is equipped with a folding step. When open, swing doors can be secured with special locks.

And in its modern design, the UAZ minibus is not comfortable and, of course, inferior in this sense to modern cars of this class. But this durable and unpretentious car will go where others will be powerless.

In addition to the removable table, the 9-seater minibus is equipped with dermantine soft door upholstery, three lampshades (1 in the cabin and 2 in the cabin).

Modifications

For some time, the UAZ-2206 was produced only in its basic version. A little later, engineers at the Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant developed several modified versions. They differed slightly and only in some technical characteristics, namely overall dimensions and capacity.

1. Modification of UAZ-220606. It is an export modification intended for operation in temperate or arid climates;
2. Modification of UAZ-220607. It is an export modification intended for operation in temperate or arid climates;
3. Modification of UAZ-3962. It is an ambulance. This version was most popular in the 1990s, since during the Soviet Union such equipment was not available for private use and was used only by government agencies. After the breakup the situation changed;
4. Modification of UAZ-2206(9)-04. The cabin has seven passenger seats, and there is also a small folding table;
5. Modification of UAZ-2206(9)-033. It is similar to the previous modification, but has a more comfortable interior. Inside there are soft comfortable seats, upholstery and two sunroofs.

Engine

The power unit of the UAZ-220695-04 is the ZMZ-40911.10 four-cylinder in-line petrol engine. Its displacement is 2693 cm3, and its rated power is 112.2 horsepower (85.5 kW) at 4250 rpm. Maximum torque – 198 N*m, or 20.2 kgf*m. The engine power supply system is with forced fuel supply. The lubrication system is combined, under pressure and splashing. Crankcase ventilation is closed. The cooling system is liquid, closed, with forced circulation. The number of valves per cylinder is four.

Some other technical parameters of the motor:

• Cylinder diameter – 95.5 mm, piston stroke – 94 mm.
• Compression ratio – 9.
• The minimum crankshaft rotation speed in idle mode is 800-900 rpm.
• Fuel consumption – 11.5 liters of gasoline per 100 km at a speed of 80 km/h; 13.5 l per 100 km at a speed of 90 km/h. Fuel consumption in the combined cycle is 15.5 liters per 100 km.
• The operating order of the cylinders is: 1-3-4-2.
• Maximum speed – 127 km/h.
• Fuel - AI-92, 95, 98.
• The volume of fuel tanks is 77 liters (main 50 l and additional 27 l).
• The engine mount is four-point.

The UAZ-220695-04 engine is weaker than the Patriot one (112 hp versus 135 hp), but there is no reason to regret it - the “loaf” minibus is not capable of fast or dynamic movement.

Transmission

The transmission of the UAZ-220695-04 vehicle consists of the following elements: clutch, gearbox, transfer case, cardan transmission, drive axles.

Clutch - manufactured by ZMZ, diaphragm, dry friction, with torsional vibration damper. The clutch mechanism is bolted to the engine flywheel, balanced together with the crankshaft, and its position after balancing is marked on the housing and flywheel with an “O” sign.

The gearbox is a five-speed manual, currently sourced from Chinese manufacturer BAIC. The quality of work of this “mechanics” often causes complaints from owners and drivers of new “loaf” minibuses. Previously, minibuses of the UAZ-2206 family were equipped with a domestic mechanical four-speed ADS gearbox, equipped with inertial-type synchronizers.

The transfer case is two-stage, with the function of disabling the front axle drive. The transfer case distributes torque between the two drive axles of the machine. Also, an additional reduction gear in the transfer case provides, if necessary, an increase in traction on the drive wheels and doubles the gear range. Gear ratios – direct transmission: 1.00; reduction gear: 1.94.

The cardan transmission of the UAZ minibus is an open type and consists of two shafts - front and rear. Each shaft has two universal joints with a cross on needle bearings. The driveshaft designs are the same. The UAZ-220695-04 minibus is equipped with single-stage axles with a crankcase detachable in a vertical plane. The front axle is equipped with a device for disabling the wheel drive. The final drive ratio is 4.625. The axle differential is conical, with 4 satellites. The front axle steering knuckle joints are ball joints of equal angular velocity.

Family 452

Since 1961, the plant was tasked with launching the production of rear-wheel drive modifications of all cars, which was not difficult to do. Instead of a continuous front axle, they were equipped with a beam and also a dependent leaf spring suspension. Rear-wheel drive cars bore the UAZ 451 index and a letter that indicated the modification:

• D - flatbed truck;
• A - medical vehicle;
• B - passenger bus.

The UAZ 452 appeared already in 1965 and featured a more advanced GAZ 21 engine and a four-speed gearbox.

The letter designation remained the same for many years, there were even versions of the UAZ in the form of a truck tractor, but things did not go further than experimental batches.

In 1966, the flatbed truck received a gold medal at an international exhibition, and the plant hung the Order of the Red Banner of Labor on its wall for this cause. In the 70s, on the basis of the UAZ 452, a lot of special equipment was built for public utilities, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, refrigerators and postal vehicles, cash-in-transit armored cars and special vehicles for servicing airfields were built. A 16-seater three-axle bus was even built, on the basis of which resuscitation vehicles were designed for the Georgian mountain rescue service, but since the UAZ mainly served the army, the mountain rescuers made do with skis.

Suspension UAZ-220695-04

The minibus suspension includes four longitudinal semi-elliptical springs, with anti-roll bar in the front suspension; rear springs - with suspension. The springs work together with 4 double-acting telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers.

The spring consists of thirteen leaves. The length of the straightened spring is 1239±3 mm. It is attached to the frame in supports, based on rubber pads. The front and rear edges of the springs are identical in design, so the installation of the spring on the frame does not depend on the location of the ends.

Shock absorbers on the UAZ-220695-04 are of a telescopic type, consisting of a working cylinder and assemblies: a rod with a piston assembly, a compression valve and a reservoir assembly. With their upper lugs, which are connected to the rod, the shock absorbers are attached to the frame bracket, and with their lower lugs, connected to the reservoir, to the vehicle axles.

Previously, the front and rear shock absorbers of the UAZ-2206 were identical in design and interchangeable with each other. Now on the UAZ-220695-04 the front shock absorbers are hydropneumatic, and the rear shock absorbers are hydraulic.

Steering, brakes and wheels

The type of steering mechanism UAZ-220695-04 is “screw - ball nut-rack - sector with hydraulic power steering”. The steering gear ratio is 17.3.

The car's braking system is dual-circuit, with a vacuum booster, drum type at the rear and disc brakes at the front. Parking brake – drum, transmission. On modern UAZ-220695-04, an anti-lock braking system (ABS) is available as standard.

UAZ-220695-04 wheels are disc, steel, stamped, with a deep one-piece rim. They are equipped with 16-inch pneumatic tires, with a universal or deep tread, all-terrain. Previously, tires on the UAZ-2206 were installed with tube, diagonal or radial; Currently, only tubeless radial ones, size 225/75R16, are installed on the UAZ-220695-04.

Brake system

The brake system of the model is represented by two hydraulic circuits. The first cars had drum brakes on all wheels. Later, the braking system was revised and disc brakes, which were more efficient, were installed on the wheels of the front axle. The rear ones remained without any changes.

As for the parking brake, here it blocks the transfer case shaft.

Cabin and passenger compartment of UAZ-220695-04

New UAZ minibuses of this model are produced with a single ignition key and new door handles. But central locking in Ulyanovsk has not yet matured, as have air conditioning and airbags. Although in such an ascetic retro car interior their absence is taken for granted. The driver's seat of the UAZ-220695-04 is still a bit cramped. The left elbow rests against the door, and the “block” of the engine compartment rises to the right. Large diameter steering wheel; The steering column is not adjustable in any way. Despite new seats and some changes to the instrument panel, time truly has no power over this interior.

The seats of the latest version of the minibus, which have headrests and longitudinal adjustment (there are 4 positions for the driver's seat), are quite comfortable, especially compared to the previous ones. Now they are covered with practical fabric and are very durable. Electrically heated front seats are available as an additional option.

Options

The Bukhanka does not differ in the wealth of additional equipment, and in all modifications. And yet the basic set is able to satisfy the main needs in terms of security and functionality:

• Heating complex for the salon.
• ABS safety system.
• Power steering.

It is also worth noting that the Ulyanovsk plant produces the UAZ-2206 car in two versions - with 9 and 10 seats. In the first case, the interior decoration is complemented by a folding table, and the layout of the 10-seater bus requires the optimal arrangement of the maximum possible number of seats. Both versions include seat belts for all seats.

Specifications

• Car length – 4.44 m; height – 2.101 m; width – 2.1 m.
• Standard load capacity – 875 kg.
• Ground clearance – 220 mm.
• Wheelbase – 2.3 m.
• Track width – 1,445 m.
• The smallest turning radius is 6.3 m.
• The maximum climbable grade is 30 degrees.
• The depth of the ford is 0.5 m.
• The curb weight of the car is 2.06 tons.
• Distribution of curb weight along the axles: 1.185 t on the front axle and 0.875 t on the rear axle.
• The gross vehicle weight is 2.86 tons.
• The total weight distribution is equal: 1.43 tons on the front and rear axles.
• Tire size – 225/75 R16, standard – models “Kama-219” and “K-153”.

Other parameters of UAZ 2206:

Data are presented in kilograms (kg)

Caution: the above data are official figures from manufacturers, however, please note that the information is for reference only and does not guarantee absolute accuracy.

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Reviews from owners and drivers

When traveling on the highway, the “loaf” minibus is not very comfortable to drive and “fidgets.” The steering wheel “walks”, the responses to steering are with pauses. At speeds above 90 km/h, the car expands and behaves in such a way that the instinct of self-preservation forces you to slow down. And there’s even less desire to accelerate to the mythical “maximum speed” of 127 km/h.

But the energy intensity of the chassis is simply fantastic. It is not necessary to go around potholes, pits, or potholes. It is unlikely that you will find another car that drives along a broken road with such equanimity. This is where the native element of the “loaf” is! Off the asphalt, the car is all-passable. Thanks to its miniscule overhangs and enormous suspension travel, it overcomes most obstacles simply in rear-wheel drive. You only need to connect the front axle and downshift in very dark places, and you practically never have to use the forced locking of the rear cross-axle differential (included in standard equipment) - this is not necessary.

In addition to impeccable cross-country ability, the list of advantages of the model includes a strong and durable frame structure; extremely reliable rear suspension, unlike multi-link types; successful weight distribution, due to which the front part of the car does not fall into the mud or sink into it. When driving uphill, the UAZ minibus is ahead of ordinary cars, even those with more power.

And, of course, one cannot fail to mention the affordable cost of the car: its price is much lower than that of other SUVs. Therefore, despite all the archaic nature of the car; not always high-quality assembly and other shortcomings, one can only be happy for the Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant. Which survived all the hardships of the transition period, withstands modern legislation and continues to provide the country with the necessary products.

Cost of UAZ-220695-04

The fact that the “loaf” minibus has once again “increased the retirement age” was enthusiastically received by many people in the Russian outback, as well as urban hunting and fishing enthusiasts. The UAZ-220695-04 is still valued for its simplicity, spaciousness, phenomenal cross-country ability and modest price - the basic version costs only 650 thousand rubles. There are no other all-wheel drive minibuses for that kind of money and there never will be. On the secondary automobile market, a used “loaf” in the minibus version can be purchased at a price half or three times less.

By the way, in honor of the 60th anniversary of the legendary model, the Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant released an anniversary version of the minibus in 2022, for 765,000 rubles. Its distinctive feature is a two-color body (light green, with a top painted in glossy white), a bright nameplate on the side with an antique-style UAZ symbol and the year the family began production, as well as wheels of the same white color.

Many modernizations of this family have been made over six decades. During the last of them, in 2011, UAZ-2206 cars received an ABS system, power steering, seat belts and an engine that meet Euro-4 standards.

Bottom line

The UAZ 2206 minibus has high cross-country ability and is capable of driving on all types of roads and off-road. A strong and reliable design using a frame, an all-metal body, and an engine located in front provide it with reliable performance that will serve the car owner for many years. The advantages of the UAZ 2206 include simplicity and ease of maintenance, and maintainability. All of the above advantages, high cross-country ability and affordable price make it unrivaled in the Russian car market.

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