GAZ-33081 is a diesel version of the popular domestic car GAZ-3308 “Sadko”, a long-time leader in the class of medium-tonnage all-wheel drive trucks on the market in Russia and the former Soviet republics. The design of the cabin and body of the GAZ-33081 is practically no different from both the main model of the Sadko family and the basic platform of the GAZ-3307. Its main feature is a diesel, rather than gasoline, engine. In fact, the GAZ-33081 became the direct heir to the legendary off-road military truck GAZ-66.
Application area
GAZ 33081 Sadko is a Russian SUV for universal use. Its production began in 1997, and to this day it is actively used in various fields:
- geological exploration;
- army and Ministry of Internal Affairs;
- Agriculture;
- work of public utilities.
Its main advantage is high cross-country ability, which allows you to move on any roads.
Manipulator on GAZ 33081 chassis
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How the GAZ-33081 “Sadko” was created
At the end of the 80s, the question arose about replacing the GAZ-66 truck. In 1990, the designers of the Gorky Automobile Plant created the GAZ-3301 car with a diesel engine, but due to the difficult economic situation in the country, it never went into production. Therefore, production of the GAZ-66 continued until 1999.
Nevertheless, work on the new truck was not stopped. It was decided to abandon the scheme with the engine located under the vehicle’s cabin, because such an arrangement had a number of serious disadvantages: difficulty in accessing the power plant units, low level of comfort for the driver and passengers, high level of danger in case of a mine or land mine explosion, etc.
The new car received a simpler hood layout, while the design of the GAZ-33081 chassis was completely copied from the “shishiga”.
Rotational bus GAZ-33081 “Sadko”
The first prototype of the new all-wheel drive truck was built in 1995. Initially it received the designation GAZ-3309P, which was soon replaced by GAZ-3308. The new truck was also given a proper name – “Sadko”. Serial production of the car began in 1997 at the facilities of the Gorky Automobile Plant.
GAZ-33081 can be called a hybrid, which combined - and very successfully - elements of two trucks of the Gorky Automobile Plant: GAZ-66 and GAZ-3307. The “Sadk” received the frame and chassis (including gearboxes and axles) from the “shishiga”, and the body and cabin from the GAZ-3307. Thus, excellent maneuverability was combined with a high level of comfort and ease of maintenance.
Since 2003, the GAZ-33081 began to be equipped with a Minsk turbodiesel D-245.7 with a power of 117 hp. With. In February 2013, the YaMZ-53442 diesel engine began to be installed on the vehicle, which complies with the Euro-4 class and has a power of 149 hp. With.
In 2014, a new modification of the vehicle with a carrying capacity of 3 tons was presented to the public - Sadko-Next.
Off-road abilities
The main customers of Sadko cars are the Russian army, the Ministry of Emergency Situations, oil workers and miners. Also, the model is often purchased by residents of hard-to-reach areas. Among the most passable versions of the model are:
- GAZ 33081-50 - side awning used in the army;
- GAZ 330811-10 “Vepr” - a special car with an all-metal body and a shortened wheelbase;
- GAZ 33081 “Jager-2” is a model with a 2- or 1-row cabin. Used to transport work crews;
- GAZ 33081 “Taiga” is a version with a modern cabin, characterized by increased comfort.
Over the years of service, the car has proven itself to be a very durable vehicle.
GAZ 33081 was used to work in the Far North and in the desert with temperatures from -50 to +50 degrees. The car was positioned as a universal car, capable of performing many functions in difficult terrain. In addition to the base platform, many add-ons are installed on the GAZ 33081 chassis, which makes the car even more versatile. “Sadko” is a real “hard worker”, which stands out for its lack of “allergies” to domestic roads, versatility and ease of maintenance.
Modification "Jager" and its main features
One of the most popular representatives of the GAZ-3308 series is the “Eager” truck. Its main difference from the basic modification is the presence of a five-seater cabin with four doors. Naturally, the increase in the cabin led to a decrease in the cargo platform, which reduced the vehicle's carrying capacity.
GAZ-33081 “Jager”
However, despite this, the “Jager” modification is no less in demand than the basic version of the truck. This vehicle is often used to transport various repair teams, especially if their work takes place in hard-to-reach areas. “Jager” has received well-deserved recognition among oil and gas workers; it is widely used for transporting employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, geologists, rangers and game wardens.
The cabin of this modification is equipped with additional heating equipment, and there are seat belts in the rear seats.
Several years ago, a modification of the GAZ-33081 “Eger-II” with a D-245.7 engine was developed.
Device
For all modifications of the truck, a stamped frame with front side member extensions is provided. It comes with disc wheels with single tires and pneumatic inflation.
GAZ 3308 is equipped with a dry single-plate friction clutch with peripheral pressure springs (gasoline) or a diaphragm spring (diesel) and a hydraulic drive. The car has a 5-speed manual transmission (fully synchronized). The driver can select an overdrive using a separate lever located in the cab. The transfer case is made mechanical with drives to the rear and front axles.
The working braking system of the model is built according to a 2-circuit scheme with separate braking of the axles. The automatic locking system has a pneumatic booster and modulator, and a master cylinder is provided for each channel. The parking brake is equipped with a mechanical drive transmission.
"Sadko" as standard is equipped with a 2-seater metal cabin with 2 doors. The cabin can also be made in wood-metal style. Passenger seats are mounted along the side walls in a row, under the awning of the arches a lamp is installed that illuminates the platform (for the on-board version). Several dozen modules have been developed for the model, the most popular of which are vehicles for the gas and oil sectors, tank trucks, hunting modifications and fire crews.
Special versions of the GAZ 3308 are distinguished by higher cross-country ability compared to standard models. For the Taiga version, a 7-seater cabin is available, allowing for rational use of the vehicle. Some variations are also equipped with a ladder. It is used to climb onto the roof, on which you can additionally install a special roof rack for transporting bulky but light cargo.
The interior of the car is practically no different from the GAZ 3307 model. The interior has a straight dashboard made of plastic. It is painted exclusively in matte black. A similar solution is used on civilian and military versions. The quality of finishing materials leaves much to be desired - the plastic feels quite hard to the touch. There is practically no sound insulation in the GAZ 3308. This is explained by the fact that attractiveness and appearance were not priorities when creating the car. There is a small glove compartment inside on the passenger side, allowing you to place various small items and other things there. In the center is the gear lever, which has a curved shape. This type of transmission knob was specially chosen because it made it easier to move around the cabin.
GAZ 3308 is distinguished by its high maintainability. The model has a simple design, and spare parts are always available for sale. The cost of repairs and maintenance is low. It is this factor, coupled with unpretentiousness, that is decisive when choosing a car for small and medium-sized businesses.
Despite the modified design and modern technologies, the GAZ 3308 retained some of the “sores” of its predecessor. The biggest questions are raised by sound insulation, which is practically absent in the cabin. Vibration and hum from the diesel unit are clearly felt by the driver and passengers even at idle. Owners of gasoline versions suffer from this a little less. The build quality is also not the best, although there are far fewer complaints here.
Device and characteristics
The entire family of Sadko trucks has a frame structure and is equipped with a cabin installed behind the engine. Units designed for 3-7 passengers, built according to a 1- or 2-row design, are used. The machines use a synchronized 5-speed gearbox and a 2-speed transfer gearbox. The transmission allows the installation of a power take-off, which is used when the vehicle is parked and moving.
The car 33081 Taiga has an original design, which was built using body elements from GAZ Valdai.
The vehicle has a 2-row, 7-seater cabin with increased height and a separate metal van, which can be used as a workshop or shift station. The power unit is a Cummins 3.8 diesel engine.
The AGP-20T aerial platform, built on the basis of the GAZ-33081, is equipped with a telescopic boom that allows you to lift a 250-kilogram cradle to a height of 19 m. The design of the unit provides insulation that allows operation on power lines under voltage of 1000V. An hour meter is installed in the truck cab, which is used to determine when maintenance is required.
Technical characteristics of the installation:
- maximum reach - 13.5 m;
- rotation angle of the supporting part - 360°;
- cradle rotation angle - 75° in each direction;
- length - 6550 mm;
- height (in transport position) - 3850 mm;
- width (with extended supports) - 4500 mm.
The BKM-317 drilling rig based on the GAZ-33081 is mounted on a special platform equipped with retractable supports. The superstructure allows you to drill wells with a depth of up to 3 m and a diameter of up to 600 mm. The installation boom is adapted to move loads weighing 2000 kg. The maximum lifting height is 6.5 m. To drive the working mechanisms, a hydraulic system powered by a gear pump is used.
Fuel consumption of various modifications
Sadko series vehicles use standard fuel containers with a filling volume of 105 liters. The tanks are installed on the sidewalls of the frame side members behind the passenger cabin. Depending on the modification, 1 or 2 tanks are installed.
Fuel consumption per 100 km depends on the type of power unit, the technical condition of the vehicle and operating conditions. Carburetor cars consume at least 22 liters of A-92 gasoline, the diesel version is more economical: fuel consumption at a speed of 60 km/h and fully loaded does not exceed 16 liters per 100 km.
Brake system
The brake system is equipped with drum mechanisms with a combined drive from hydraulic and pneumatic lines. To increase safety, the brake drive is divided into 2 circuits, each of which serves its own axis. Each circuit is a backup circuit, used to stop the vehicle when brake malfunctions occur.
The standard equipment includes an ABS system with pneumatic booster. Each of the 3 channels of the block has a separate brake cylinder. The truck's pneumatics are connected to a compressor; the supply of compressed gas is in 4 receivers with a capacity of 20 and 5 liters. When parked, the all-terrain vehicle is held in place by a mechanical drum-type brake mounted on the transmission.
Load capacity
The carrying capacity of the basic version, equipped with an on-board platform, is 2000 kg. Other modifications of the car, equipped with heavy bodies, are designed for less load. For example, GAZ-33081 Vepr can carry only 1500 kg of cargo and 5 accompanying personnel (including the driver).
The disadvantage of all Sadko cars is a weak frame, prone to cracks in the places where the suspension spring supports are installed. It is not recommended to overload trucks beyond the standard.
How to convert to a sewer truck
Installation of a tank intended for collecting liquid waste is carried out by specialized enterprises. It is possible to independently install the equipment supplied by the Arzamas plant, but in this case it will be necessary to register the modifications with the traffic police. It is necessary to stick orange reflective stripes on the cabin of the converted car and mount a warning beacon on the roof.
The kit includes a cylindrical steel tank designed to transport 3.75 m³ of waste. For filling, a vacuum pump is used, which is powered by a power take-off gearbox. It takes no more than 6 minutes to fill the container. The pump design includes a special device that turns off the engine when the tank is full.
On board the tank there is a bracket designed for storing and transporting a flexible suction line 6 m long. Waste is drained by gravity or using a vacuum.
Specifications
Power unit
For a truck with an all-wheel drive system, they provided a four-cylinder Belarusian diesel engine MMZ D-245.7 with an in-line arrangement of cylinders, which has a total displacement of 4.75 liters.
The engine is equipped with liquid cooling, direct fuel injection and a turbocharging system with intermediate cooling of the charge air. This power unit fully meets all Euro-4 environmental standards. It is capable of producing 122.4 horsepower.
Starting in the winter of 2013 (February), manufacturers began to offer the power unit together with the Yaroslavl Motor Plant. It is represented by YaMZ-53442, which also meets Euro-4 environmental standards.
It also has an in-line four-cylinder arrangement with direct fuel injection and a turbocharging system, where there is intermediate cooling of the charge air. Its volume is slightly smaller - 4.43 liters, but it already produces 134.5 horses.
Transmission
MMZ D-245.7 is paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox, allowing the truck to accelerate to 93 kilometers per hour, while consuming about 16.8 liters per 100 kilometers. The YaMZ-53442 power unit comes with a 5-speed synchronized manual gearbox, where there is constant gear meshing.
A single-plate dry clutch can also be seen. To overcome difficult areas, a 2-speed transfer case was provided, which can reduce the speed ratio from the power unit to the gearbox without loss of power.
Also in the car you can find the presence of a cross-axle differential with increased friction, which was borrowed from the 66th model. It is precisely thanks to synchronization with the gearbox that high off-road performance is ensured.
For example, Sadko can overcome a climb, the slope of which will be up to 31 degrees along the horizon. It would not be superfluous to mention here the 315 mm ground clearance for the base model and 335 mm for the military versions.
Suspension
The vehicle was built on a two-axle frame platform with dependent leaf spring suspension at the front and rear, as well as longitudinal semi-elliptical springs, which are complemented by double-acting hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers on all wheels.
The chassis from the 66th model was taken as the basis, but it was significantly improved. Thus, its carrying capacity increased by 500 kilograms, which in total reached 2,500 kilograms. Although, in our area it is customary to overload this (and not only) truck mercilessly.
Brake system
It is presented here as a dual-circuit type and is equipped with an ABS system. There is also a hydraulic drive, a hydraulic vacuum booster and a vacuum receiver on each circuit. All wheels of the car received drum brakes. There was also a parking brake, which is transmission and has a mechanical drive.
Steering
It is represented by the “screw – ball nut” system.
The steering is complemented by a hydraulic booster, which helps to steer the truck off-road without exerting much effort. Specifications
| Automobile model | GAZ-33081 | GAZ-3308 |
| Vehicle type | Two-axle cargo truck, with drive on both axles | |
| Load capacity | 2000 kg. | |
| Full mass | 6300 kg. | 5950 kg. |
| Curb weight | 4065 kg. | 3710 kg. |
| dimensions | ||
| Length | 6250 mm. | |
| Width | 2340 mm. | |
| Height | 2570 mm. | |
| Base | 3770 mm. | |
| Front wheel track | 1820 mm. | |
| Rear wheel track | 1770 mm. | |
| Ground clearance | 315 mm. | |
| Turning radius of the vehicle along its axis | 11 m. | |
| Maximum speed | 90-95 km/h | |
| Fuel consumption: | ||
| — 40 km/h | 13.5 l/100 km. | — |
| — 60 km/h | 17 l/100 km. | 22 l/100 km. |
| Engine and its systems | ||
| Model | MMZ D-245.7 | ZMZ-5231 |
| Type | diesel 4-stroke, turbocharged, charge air cooled, liquid cooled | gasoline, 4-stroke carburetor, liquid cooling |
| Number and arrangement of cylinders | 4, vertical hardly | 8, V-shaped |
| Cylinder operating procedure | 1-3-4-2 | 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 |
| Direction of rotation of the crankshaft | right | |
| Bore and stroke | 110×125 | 92×88 |
| Working volume | 4.75 l. | 4.67 l. |
| Compression ratio | 17 | 7,6 |
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“Sadko” picks up speed quite quickly: up to 60 km/h in 13.9 s, up to 80 km/h in 18.3 s.
length 6250 6515 with winch mm cabin width 2340 mm cabin height 2570 mm awning height 2780 mm Front wheel track 1820 mm Rear wheel track between the centers of dual tires 1770 mm Ground clearance under the rear axle housing at full weight 315 mm Wheelbase 3770 mm. This all-terrain vehicle is well equipped with a low row in the transfer case, self-locking differentials in the axles, independent pressure adjustment in all wheels, impressive ground clearance, a large ramp angle and, finally, a powerful mechanical winch.
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Photo of a wheeled all-terrain vehicle based on GAZ-33081 GPA Yeger 2
Manufacturer: Tekhnosila LLC 603074, Russia, Nizhny Novgorod, st. Sormovskoe highway, 1
Technical characteristics of a wheeled all-terrain vehicle based on the GAZ-33081 GPA Yeger 2
| Type | Utility vehicle |
| Curb weight, kg | 4300 |
| Capacity (seating), persons. | 5 |
| Chassis | car GAZ-33081 "Sadko" |
| Load capacity, kg | 1500 (1400) |
| Wheel formula | 4x4 |
| Cabin | Double row |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 95 |
| Ground clearance, mm | 315 |
| Overall dimensions, mm | 6615 (7230)/ 2700/ 2570 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 3770 (4400) |
| Minimum turning radius, m | 11 (12,5) |
| Purpose | For use in severe climatic and geographical conditions. Combining the ability to transport passengers, cargo and equipment, Yeger will provide stable service to facilities located remote from residential complexes |
| Design features | A spacious, comfortable five-seater cabin combined with a cargo platform (carrying capacity - 1.5 tons) or a living module (with the possibility of autonomous living of five people for 3-5 days) |
| Manufacturer country | Russia |
"Eger" - an SUV with increased functionality
The all-wheel drive "Eager" truck with a 4x4 wheelbase is a modification of the basic chassis 33081 described above.
The main design characteristics completely coincide with the same parameters of the Sadko. The exception is the four-door, two-row Jaeger cabin, which can accommodate 5 passengers.
By increasing the length of this element, the vehicle platform was shortened, which is why the load capacity of this version is only 1,500 kg.
However, this does not at all affect the demand for this truck among repair crews, workers in the oil and gas industry, employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the geological exploration industry, and the hunting industry, since even with such load-lifting capabilities, the vehicle is ideal for equipping a shift bus, mini-laboratories and research stations.
In addition, the cabin is equipped with additional heating equipment and seat belts in the rear passenger seats.
The onboard platform is 2.5 m long (there is also a body base increased to 3.6 m) can be equipped with an awning and a winch.
Excellent performance in trouble-free off-road driving and cross-country driving makes the Jaeger vehicle a kind of leader in special equipment, coping with tasks that are beyond the capabilities of other vehicles in this class.
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In fact, both the installation of the new engine itself and the modernization of products required the factory workers to make a number of design changes. The updated Sadko has a strengthened frame, new double-cone synchronizers in the gearbox, different driveshaft crosspieces, and there are a lot of small innovations. Polyamide pipelines of the fuel system, new power unit supports, the design of the steering mechanism was measured, and a heated filter separator.
The new engine, since it is equipped with an electronic control unit, required, in turn, electronic drives for the accelerator pedal, speedometer and tachometer. The first thing you notice when you get into the cab is that the odometer now has no wheels. And for some reason, once again today I felt warm and good: an old, familiar, one might say, dear car, but in a new interpretation. But the changes did not affect the well-known bent gearshift lever, the steering column is still not adjustable, and the wiring and contacts in some places look like they were made by a schoolboy in a labor class, and even then with a C grade.
It’s okay, everything can be brought to mind, it would be for the sake of it - I have no aversion to this car, even if I flog it! And I am perfectly aware that if it were any, the most shabby “bourgeois,” I would not forgive him for anything like that! And rightly so! The amount that its manufacturers are asking for the new Sadko is a textbook example of the relationship between price and no, not quality, but rather a combination of qualities, a set of capabilities, consumer and operational properties. Now let's go! On the landfill road, virgin lands, country roads, snow, ice, asphalt.
Engine
Since 2009, gasoline engines have been installed on the Sadko model exclusively to order. The truck is equipped with two types of diesel units:
- Yaroslavl YaMZ-534;
- Minsk D-245.
The Russian unit has 4 cylinders and a working volume of 4.43 liters. The rated engine power is 135 “horses”, torque – 417 N/m. The rotation speed is 2300 rpm. The power plant has great thrust. Modifications equipped with it are capable of transporting up to 3000 kg of cargo.
Characteristics of the D-245 engine:
- working volume – 4.75 l;
- rated power – 117 “horses”;
- maximum torque – 413 N/m;
- rotation speed – 2400 rpm;
- number of cylinders – 4.
The D-245 unit accelerates the car to 100 km/h on a flat road. However, it also performs excellently off-road.
Both power plants comply with the Euro-4 standard.
Advantages and disadvantages
Pros of the car
- Good cross-country ability;
- High ground clearance;
- All-wheel drive system;
- Possibility in some modifications to install a tire inflation system;
- Good maintainability and interchangeability of parts and spare parts;
- Able to work with various temperature changes (from -50 to +50 degrees Celsius);
- Can operate at altitudes up to 4,500 meters above sea level;
- Able to overcome fords, the depth of which can reach 1 meter;
- There are a large number of modifications provided;
- Average fuel consumption;
- There is an ABS system;
- There is a hydraulic power steering wheel;
- The seats are equipped with seat belts;
- Off-road appearance;
- Large wheels that help when driving off-road;
- Power units meet European environmental standards Euro-4.
Cons of the car
- The appearance of the cabin is already obsolete;
- Inconvenient large and thin steering wheel;
- The use of cheap materials in interior decoration;
- The interior is not as comfortable as similar European models;
- The seats are still far from ideal;
- Low load capacity;
- High cost of the vehicle.
Manual
The instructions supplied with the car contain the following recommendations:
- Fuel consumption depends on the coolant temperature. The optimal value is the range +80…+105°С. In winter, the engine compartment should be covered with a cover.
- It is prohibited to turn the crankshaft with the starter if there is no diesel fuel in the pump. Fuel must first be supplied to the lines using a hand pump.
- High shaft rotation speed on a cold engine is not allowed.
- It is forbidden to start the engine by accelerating the vehicle with a tow.
- For drive axles, use oil designed for hypoid gears.
- It is forbidden to turn on the tire inflation system with the wheel valves closed, as this will damage the pressure gauge.
- The length of the longitudinal steering rod should not be changed, as the relative position of the elements will be disrupted.
Each copy of the GAZ-33081 has an instruction manual, which differs depending on the year of manufacture of the car. Before carrying out maintenance, you should carefully study the documentation.
Body
As can be seen in the photo, the GAZ-3308 has an all-metal body. The van's cabin is designed for two people, and its characteristics allow the installation of more than a hundred add-ons on the chassis. The immediate task of the model is to transport goods and people, but the truck can be upgraded to participate in rescue operations of various types. For example, a van is often used as a fire truck. Also, the GAZ-3308 can be re-equipped, turning the van into a real home on wheels. That is why many construction organizations choose this model.
Design and device
The GAZ-3308 has a hooded cab layout, which makes access to the power unit easier. Wheel formula - 4x4. The body is metal or metal-wood, the tailgate is folded down. There is an awning and a removable frame for it.
Compared to the GAZ-66, significant changes affected the cabin. The driver's seat is adjustable, although the passenger seats are fixed. The panoramic windshield provides good visibility and there are large sun visors.
The dashboard has become more informative; the large steering wheel does not cover the indicators with spokes. The cabin is heated, and the engine is also warmed up before starting after a long stay in the cold. For the convenience of the driver and passengers, other, smaller details were provided.
Car modifications
Modifications
| Standard | It is equipped with single-pitch 18-inch tires. The model can carry a load of about 2 tons. |
| Military | 20-inch single-pitch wheels are installed, which are equipped with a system for supporting and regulating air pressure. The modification can have a winch and transport cargo weighing about 2.3 tons. |
| Civil | It is equipped with 2-pitch 20-inch wheels, which allows you to increase the transported weight to 4 tons. |
| GAZ-33081 Taiga | it is the most popular modification, east of the Urals. The car was equipped with a comfortable cabin with a sleeping compartment, which was borrowed from Gazelle, Valdai and Next. This vehicle comes equipped with all types of equipment that is necessary for logging, geological and exploration work, as well as for repairing power lines and other things. |
| GAZ-33081-50 Sadko | The model represents an on-board modification, which was created by order of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation. |
| GAZ-3308/33081 Yeger-2 | The model is produced preferably with a 2-row cab. In addition to the standard cabin, cabins from Gazelle, Valdai and Next are installed on the vehicle. The vehicle is intended for transporting workers. The Jaeger model, in turn, comes with a considerable number of special vehicles and equipment. Among them are the presence of cranes, lifts, firefighters, electrical installation equipment and others. On this platform there is a lot of special equipment, such as a paddy wagon, as well as vehicles that transport especially dangerous and explosive substances. |
| GAZ-33086 Countryman | This modification has dual rear wheels, which allows the machine to increase its load capacity - more than 4 tons. |
| GAZ-33081 Vepr | is a military vehicle with an all-metal body. It was also created on the Sadko platform. This vehicle has truly outstanding characteristics that make us respect our auto industry. The boar can work in a wide range of temperature conditions, from +50 to -50 degrees Celsius. But this is not all his “trump card”. The car can safely move at an altitude of up to 4.5 kilometers above sea level. For many internal combustion power units, this height seems impossible, but the Vepr was able to prove itself well. The Ministry of Emergency Situations and law enforcement agencies began to use it successfully. Moreover, the machine is used for mining industries and geological services, which can climb to a higher site to carry out work. Farmers and simply fans of extreme cars could still appreciate the Boar. The boar was made only 300 kg heavier than Sadko. |
Use in combat conditions
GAZ-33081 is not intended for direct participation in hostilities. However, its cross-country ability allows it to be used in supplying forward sectors of the front for transporting small groups of soldiers and cargo.
There are photographs and media evidence of the frequent use of Sadko trucks in Syria. This is due not only to the participation of the Russian military, but also to the export of cars to this country. There have been cases when trucks were sheathed with additional armor and received twin ZU-32-2 anti-aircraft guns or outdated 57-mm ZiS-2 anti-tank guns.
At the same time, Egypt developed a modification based on the GAZ-3308 chassis with a SAKR multiple launch rocket system. It is expected that after testing, such vehicles will begin to enter service with the Egyptian army.
Engine characteristics
Over the entire period of production, Sadko was equipped with two types of diesel engines. The basic package includes the installation of the MMZ D-245.7 power unit. This is a four-cylinder engine manufactured in Belarus. It is now produced according to the Euro-4 environmental standard.
Another engine is installed only upon individual order. A car with it acquires even more attractive qualities:
- power – 135 l. With.;
- maximum speed – 95 km/h,
- fuel consumption – 13.9 at a speed of 60 km/h.
Diagram of the power supply system for engines of the MMZ-D245 family
It has been assigned the latest Euro-6 environmental safety class. This modification has its own index - 33088.
Sadko is equipped with a mixed braking system - hydraulic and pneumatic. There is ABS and hydraulic vacuum booster. This gives maximum driving efficiency on different roads.
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Transmission
Regardless of the installed power unit, the GAZ-3308 is equipped with a five-speed manual transmission. All gears (except reverse and first) are synchronized. The van received a two-way mechanical transfer case with a drive on both axles, as well as a reduction and direct transmission.
The clutch is hydraulic, dry. It is made of a friction type with a hydraulic drive. Trucks with a diesel engine are equipped with a diaphragm spring, and gasoline models are equipped with a peripheral spring.
Cabin interior
Surprisingly, the car turned out to be quite comfortable, even in standard configuration. This is partly due to the spacious cabin, which makes it feel comfortable inside. As an additional option, you can purchase a customizable driver's seat, which will make the truck even more attractive.
The ascetic dashboard was made quite comfortable; for example, the steering wheel no longer covers some of the instruments, which fit neatly into it. Installing a hydraulic power steering wheel has significantly reduced the load on the driver.
On the passenger side, the interior does not particularly stand out; there is the same 2-seater sofa, but due to the size of the cabin, it is quite comfortable to move around. It is clear that the comfort level of the Taiga modification, which has a NEXT cabin, is much better, but this only draws attention to the fact that Sadko does not know the boundaries of perfection.
Inside the GAZ-Sadko 4x4 everything looks utilitarian, extremely simple, but practical. Getting into the car can present some inconveniences, since the cabin is quite high, and the factory does not provide comfortable handrails that you could grab onto. Perhaps even here Gorky’s specialists decided to save money.
For the driver and passenger there are two seats with quite comfortable seats, with soft upholstery and seat belts. It is worth adding that model 33081 is equipped as an additional option with a two-row cabin, which has a pair or four doors.
Modification with a pair of doors - the rear row of seats can be exchanged for a pair of berths, which will make it possible to use the truck for long-distance cargo transportation, or for repair teams where there are remote areas.
Advantages and disadvantages
Dashboard and steering wheel
The technical characteristics of the Sadko provide the truck with a number of undeniable advantages:
- increased cross-country ability on dirt roads and off-road;
- ease of control and control over the progress of the machine;
- cabin comfort;
- variability of the model range.
One of the key advantages of the truck is its technical simplicity and the absence of unnecessary parts. This increases the repairability of the car and reduces the cost of its maintenance.
Despite the significant advantages of the machine, there are also a number of disadvantages. The main attention is paid to the inconvenience of certain points:
- there are no handrails for climbing into the cabin, although even the GAZ-66 had them;
- to replace or overhaul the engine, you have to remove the hood and radiator grille;
- The spare wheel is located in the body, which makes it difficult to replace when the car is fully loaded.
There are other complaints - the steering wheel is very large, the reversing light is not bright enough, the rear-view mirrors are not heated. However, such aspects are often subjective, many can be corrected by modifications or tuning the truck yourself.
Price
The starting price for GAZ Sadko is considered to be RUB 1,330,000. This price tag is still higher than the price of the “Countryman”, which even has an increased carrying capacity. The difference is as much as 50,000 rubles. If we talk about other modifications with configurations, then you need to calculate this together with the manager when placing an order.
Official representative offices of the Gorky Automobile Plant can offer about 100 modifications from the Sadko family. When you add to them various companies that are engaged in completing the construction of special vehicles and vans on the Sadko platform, the number of modifications can go beyond a thousand.
Chassis
The car is equipped with a steering mechanism of a screw-ball nut structure with an integrated hydraulic booster, as well as a two-line brake system with drum devices on all wheels and ABS. In total, more than a hundred types of special superstructures have been developed for the GAZ-33081 vehicle to date, including tank trucks, hydraulic lifts and vans for various purposes.
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Power unit
Today there are three options for installing the engine on the GAZ-3308:
- diesel from the Minsk Automobile Plant;
- diesel from the Yaroslavl Automobile Plant;
- gasoline from the Zavolzhsky Automobile Plant.
It is worth noting that it is the gasoline version that has proven itself best, which is purchased by the vast majority of customers. It is equipped with an eight-cylinder carburetor-type gasoline engine. The engine is capable of producing 122 horsepower, which is enough for the truck to easily overcome difficult sections of the road, such as steep climbs.
Many motorists note that when fully loaded, the car becomes less controllable. However, if the load is distributed correctly, no problems should arise. It should also be noted that the diesel version, unlike the gasoline version, has less power.
The engine is mated to four- and five-speed manual transmissions. They also install a mechanical two-way transfer case with direct and reduction gears and drive on all axles. The clutch is dry, hydraulic. The built-in carburetor has a pair of chambers. The presence of a liquid heater allows you to maintain the optimal temperature of the mixture, preventing it from overheating.
GAZ-33088 “Sadko”: designed in style
You can't cover all the ground with asphalt - 4x4 vehicles will always be in use. That’s why GAZ is happy to build all-wheel drive vehicles. The author tested the modernized “Sadko” with a new Yaroslavl diesel engine.
GAZ‑33088 "Sadko" GAZ‑33088 "Sadko"
The all-wheel drive "Sadko" is a direct successor to the legendary GAZ-66. True, it’s not easy to recognize a relative in a more modern car: the cabin is from an ordinary “lawn”. But any hunter, fisherman, huntsman or soldier, barely glancing at the body rising above the wheels, will instantly determine: this is the same all-terrain domestic all-terrain vehicle. But now with its own, completely new 4.5-liter 135-horsepower diesel engine.
