GAZ-3302 is the debut representative of the huge GAZelle family, which appeared about 20 years ago. The model quickly gained popularity and began to be used everywhere. Initially, the GAZ-3302 was a small-tonnage on-board vehicle designed to transport cargo weighing 1,500 kg. This modification of the equipment is still produced today (in the GAZelle-NEXT and GAZelle-business families). The Gorky Automobile Plant offered about 20 main versions of the model. Additionally, a van based on the GAZ-3302 was available, for which the booth was placed on a clean chassis. For the “farmer” modification, a cabin with two rows of seats was installed.
In fact, the car became the pioneer of a large family. Her debut took place in 1994. For that time, GAZelle had good technical characteristics and was in demand. Its compactness allowed the car to move around rural areas and in city traffic as efficiently as possible.
The maneuverable vehicle was used to transport special equipment and work crews and soon became simply indispensable at construction sites and in production. The GAZ-3302 was also used to perform emergency and repair work. Thus, modifications with gas cylinder equipment appeared, which are very popular on the Russian market.
Commercial use
The commercial version of the GAZelle is usually used when transporting cargo up to 1.5 tons. The on-board model has repeatedly confirmed its suitability, as well as its increased performance.
Important! The weight category of the truck up to 1,900 kg allows it to be driven even by those who have a category “B” license.
The growth in truck sales once again proves their popularity. Today, the consumer is offered two modifications of the GAZelle: an onboard model and a chassis. The presence of such an opportunity and the lack of competition make the GAZelle car unprecedentedly in demand. As statistics show, the onboard model has become a bestseller among light-duty trucks. At the same time, the affordable cost of the car makes it even more popular. After GAZelle entered mass production, it underwent external changes twice. In developing the latest version of the vehicle, the designers borrowed the cabin design from the famous Ford Transit light-duty truck, resulting in improved passenger capabilities. We can say that it allows you to comfortably accommodate three people along with the driver. The GAZelle torpedo is memorable at first sight. An additional bonus for the car driver is a good overview of the road situation.
Of course, the GAZ-3302 was created solely for work, so the design of the car comes in second place after the main functional purpose. GAZelle in flatbed version is produced with the following dimensions: length, mm – 5,480; width, mm – 2,380; height, mm – 2,120. If the truck is equipped with an awning, its height increases to 2,570 mm.
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Specifications
According to the technical characteristics, the GAZelle-GAZ 3302 is available with two types of gasoline engines:
- UMZ-4216
- Chrysler
The first option is produced with a volume of 1.9 liters. The engine power is 106 hp. With. Torque – 220 N/m.
The Chrysler engine is produced with a volume of 2.4 liters. Engine power reaches 133 hp. With. Torque – 204 N/m.
Each engine type is designed in accordance with Euro 3 standards. The engines are equipped with five-speed manual transmissions. In addition, the car is available with power steering.
Regarding the suspensions, it can be noted that they are equipped with springs. Their feature is the presence of telescopic shock absorbers. In addition, the rear suspension can be equipped with a device that serves to reduce roll when cornering.
You also need to pay attention to the braking system, which is divided into disc and drum mechanisms. This is another important advantage of the truck.
Disc brakes are installed at the front, while drum brakes are installed at the rear. Thanks to this, the driver can be calm about traffic safety, regardless of speed.
As for handling, the GAZelle is not particularly simple in this regard, because the car is made on a frame base. The GAZ-3302 suspension was initially designed for systematic cargo transportation. However, the lack of increased comfort is compensated by the safety of the on-board model.
Here the car occupies a leading position in the small truck segment.
The average price of a GAZelle with a UMZ-4216 engine is 420 thousand rubles. The cost of the gasoline version with a Chrysler engine reaches 450 thousand rubles. Thus, the popularity of a car is directly related to its affordable price. The cost of similar imported trucks is several times higher. However, depending on the region, there may be a slight difference in the price of the commercial version.
Modifications
The most interesting models produced by the Gorky Automobile Plant.
GAZ-3302
- Total and driving number of wheels: 4 x 2.
- Vehicle turning radius: 5.5 m.
- Wheel sizes: 175 R16 and 185/175 R16.
- Machine length, mm: 5 480/5 140.
- Center distance: 2,900 mm.
- Track width, mm (front/rear): 1,700/1,560.
- Ground clearance, mm: 170.
- Overhang, mm (front/rear): 1030; 1,550/1,210.
- Loading area, mm (length, inside): 3,056.
- Loading area, mm (side/awning) (height, inside): 380/1,565.
- Loading height, mm: 960.
GAZ-33027
- Total and driving number of wheels: 4 x 2.
- Vehicle turning radius: 7.5 m.
- Wheel sizes: 195 R16 and 185/175 R16.
- Machine length, mm: 5 480/5 140.
- Center distance, mm: 2900.
- Track width, mm (front/rear): 1,720/1,560.
- Ground clearance, mm: 190.
- Overhang, mm (front/rear): 1,030; 1,550/1,210.
- Total and driving number of wheels: 4 x 2.
- Loading area, mm (length, inside): 3,056.
- Loading area, mm (side/awning) (height, inside): 380/1,565.
- Loading height, mm: 1,060.
GAZ-330202
- Vehicle turning radius: 6.7 m.
- Wheel sizes: 175 R16 and 185/175 R16.
- Machine length, mm: 6 616/6 130.
- Center distance, mm: 3500.
- Track width, mm (front/rear): 1,700/1,560.
- Ground clearance, mm: 170. Overhang, mm (front/rear): 1,030; 2,086/1,600.
- Loading area, mm (length, inside): 4,166.
- Loading area, mm (side/awning) (height, inside): 380/5 140.
- Loading height, mm: 960.
Another popular model is GAZ-3302 244, the technical characteristics of which are similar to 330202.
Story
The need for a compact truck was dictated by new market relations that were actively developing in the country in the early 1990s. The constant increase in the number of small cargo transportation led to a sharp increase in demand for small commercial vehicles, which the Russian automotive industry could not satisfy. There was simply no affordable and high-quality product on the market. The GAZ group was the first to respond to the emerging need by introducing the GAZelle line. The empty niche was supposed to be filled with a very interesting development - the GAZ 3302 light-duty truck.
The appearance of a fundamentally new model in 1994 changed the mechanism of intercity and urban transportation, significantly simplifying it. The technical characteristics of the GAZ 3302 ensured rapid growth and broad opportunities. The new design principle became a turning point in the understanding of cargo transportation, and the model itself became one of the most popular on the Russian market for many years.
The design of the GAZ 3302 could hardly be called stunning. The streamlined cabin is simple in shape without any interesting elements. The model received a standard appearance and was initially equipped with an old-fashioned radiator grille, complemented by rectangular headlights. The developers' priority was functionality.
In the summer of 1995, the Gorky Automobile Plant produced a small series of all-wheel drive GAZ 33027 with a dual-pitch rear tire and permanent all-wheel drive. The modification was intended to work in difficult areas and on dirt roads.
In 2002, an extended version of the GAZ 330202 appeared, initially equipped exclusively with tow truck platforms and auto bench bodies. Subsequently, standard add-ons began to be installed on it. Modifications with increased length made it possible to partially close the niche between the Valdai and GAZelle models.
In 2003, the GAZ 3302 series underwent a minor restyling, which made the design more attractive.
We had to wait 7 years for the next update. Global modernization led to a name change. The car became known as “GAZelle-Business”. The developers borrowed the cabin design from the Ford Transit model, which had a positive effect on the level of comfort and attractiveness. The interior space of the GAZelle-Business has increased (3 people could easily fit in the cabin). Visibility has also improved. At the same time, the Gorky Automobile Plant did not refuse to produce the first modification with a more affordable price.
Common parameters
For the review to be logically complete, it is necessary to note what all these models have in common. Despite the differences in technical characteristics, the appearance of the modifications of the GAZ-3302 models, as can be seen in the photo, is the same. You can start with the number of seats, of which there are only three. If we measure trucks by mirrors, cab and sides, in this case their dimensions are 2,380, 2,998 and 2,066 mm. Loading area internal width – 1,978 mm. The last thing that needs to be mentioned is the height of the car in the cabin, as well as in the awning. The dimensions of the GAZelle in this case are 2,110 and 2,570 mm. The main transmission of trucks is hypoid. The steering system is a screw-ball nut type device. The column design is double-hinged. There is a power steering. GAZelle is produced with a single-disc clutch, the operation of which is ensured by a hydraulic drive. As for the type of suspension, in this case they are spring.
Their peculiarity is the presence of telescopic shock absorbers. In addition, the rear suspension is equipped with a device that serves to reduce roll when cornering. The brake system of trucks consists of disc and drum mechanisms. There is also a dual-circuit hydraulic drive equipped with a pressure regulator. Concluding the review of cars, it is necessary to talk about the available engines for these mini-trucks. There are only two of them at the moment: the UMZ-4216 model and the Cummins ISF 2.8L. Both variants are produced with four cylinders. The UMZ-4216 gasoline engine has multi-point fuel injection, while the Cummins ISF 2.8L diesel version is equipped with a Common Rail system. Both models have microprocessor ignition. The power of the UMZ-4216 engine is 106.8 liters. With. For the Cummins ISF 2.8L engine, this figure is 120 hp. With. The volume of the gasoline engine is 2,890 cubic meters. cm, and the diesel version is 2,800 cc. see GAZelle accelerates to 115 km/h. The maximum torque of the UMZ-4216 model reaches 2,500 rpm, while the performance of the Cummins ISF 2.8L engine is 1,600–2,700 rpm. The gasoline version of the engine complies with Euro-3 standards. The diesel version is produced in accordance with Euro-3 (4) requirements. The UMZ-4216 engine model runs on AI-92 (95) gasoline.
For Cummins ISF 2.8L, diesel fuel is required.
Fuel consumption
Modifications older than 10 years are characterized by increased fuel consumption. Instead of 11-12 liters per 100 km indicated by the manufacturer, the car consumes 15-16 liters. In some cases, consumption reaches 20 liters per 100 km.
More recent versions (especially those with a Cummins power plant) do not have such problems. Here fuel consumption is 9-10l/100 km.
Model features
As already mentioned, the GAZ-3302 actually became the pioneer of the model range. An onboard small-tonnage vehicle was first released in 1994. Even then it had good technical characteristics.
The carrying capacity of the GAZ-3302 van today is 1.5 tons. This series of vehicles is quite common in its segment. Thanks to its compact size, the GAZelle is perfect for moving around the city or in rural areas.
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This agile flatbed truck is often used to transport work crews or special equipment. GAZ-3302 is indispensable both at construction sites and during repair or emergency work.
Thanks to low-profile tires, a minimum loading height was achieved, which is only 1 m. The GAZelle cabin provides the driver with maximum visibility. But, regardless of the results achieved, the truck periodically undergoes modernization.
Not long ago, an updated version of the car, “GAZelle Business,” went on sale. This model has improved consumer parameters.
The new version of the car has undergone many corrections. The consumer was also offered a GAZ-3302 with factory-installed gas equipment.
A special feature of this modification is significant fuel savings. Thanks to its excellent performance parameters, GAZelle is becoming even more popular in its class.
In parallel with the classic truck, which can transport cargo up to 3 m, the model range contains an improved version of the GAZ-330232. In this case, the loading length of the platform exceeds 4 m.
In addition, there is an all-wheel drive model GAZ-33027. This version has good maneuverability and increased cross-country ability, regardless of weather conditions.
During the development of the GAZelle, the manufacturer took into account all the features of the domestic road surface. Thus, the car is adapted to almost any operating conditions.
Basic parameters of the truck:
- load capacity – 1,500 kg;
- loaded vehicle weight – 3,500 kg;
- engine power – from 107 to 120 hp. With;
- engine model – Cummins ISF 2.8 and UMZ-4216;
- engine type – petrol/diesel;
- engine capacity – from 2,781 to 2,890 cc. cm;
- Gearbox – manual;
- distance between wheel axles, mm – from 2,900 to 3,500;
- suspension - spring;
- brakes – disc/drum;
- wheels, standard equipment - 175 R16.
