KamAZ-5511 dump truck: technical specifications, device, photos and videos

KamAZ-5511 is a fairly popular model of a dump truck, produced by the Kama Automobile Enterprise. This car was produced for 13 years (1977-1990). The KamAZ 5511 dump truck served as one of the factory's first vehicles, but its use did not stop.

Even today you can quite often notice this brand on the roads of the Russian Federation, and not only that. The Soviet market did not previously have a large selection of dump trucks. This article is a description of the KamAZ-5511 dump truck. Here you can find out about the characteristics of KamAZ 5511. The entire KamAZ model range.

Car history

The beginning of the 1970s marked a “big construction project” in the USSR. Based on this, high-quality machines were needed that would be able to function for a long period of time, despite heavy loads. Therefore, they began to develop a model of a dump truck for construction sites. The car differed from similar models in that it had a bright yellow paint job that was non-standard for other domestic cars.

KamAZ-5511 has good cross-country ability, which makes it much higher than other trucks. The dump truck is not afraid of different climatic conditions, and with the help of the unloading mechanism it is possible to unload the cargo in a short period of time.

The truck was a durable three-axle structure with a 6x4 wheel arrangement. The KamAZ 5511 dump truck was distinguished by its increased load capacity, excellent maneuverability and versatility. Model 5511 was used for transporting a variety of cargo (which could include bulk cargo) on various road surfaces.

The presence of main parts and assemblies made it possible to unify them along with other parts of other products of the automobile plant in Naberezhnye Chelny. On top of that, this car was able to acquire the most modern technical layout of those times. For example, we can highlight the presence of headlights with an asymmetrical beam of illumination, which reduced the chance of oncoming cars being dazzled.

Features and operation

Model 5511 was produced until 1990. However, at the moment the car can be found on Russian roads. It is used by individuals and enterprises as the main working mechanism in production. And yet, time takes its toll, parts and components are not durable, the metal is subject to wear and therefore the dump truck has to be repaired frequently. Fortunately, spare parts are still produced at affordable prices, which means they are sold in any locality. Most often repaired:

• Suspension. Replacing or adding spring plates, rubber bushings and shock absorbers;
• Gearbox and clutch discs;
• Sensors;
• Oven radiator;

Body

If we take into account the operating manual or catalog, the dump truck had a large welded all-steel body, which can be classified as a bucket type. It is also equipped with a special visor on the side of the cabin to provide additional protection. Experts decided to slightly widen the rear of the body to make it easier to unload bulk materials.

As an additional option, the body had a special heating system, which operated using exhaust gases. Moreover, it could prevent the cargo being transported from freezing during cold times. The lift of the dump truck body itself was quite high.

It was fixed in working order using locking pins, which were mounted on the bushings of the tipping brackets. They didn’t forget to install a specialized safety rope that prevented the body from tipping over.

With the help of a spring, it was possible to ensure that the safety rope was laid in the transport mechanism. The car was distinguished by the presence of a frame of increased strength. The welded subframe, which was made from cross beams and stamped steel spars, was connected using ties and brackets.

The dump hydraulic mechanism includes an oil drive, a power take-off, a control valve, a hydraulic cylinder, an oil tank, limit valves, a pneumatic drive, electric pneumatic valves and an oil pump. It takes no more than 20 seconds to raise or lower the body.

KAMAZ special purpose vehicles

The KAMAZ chassis has a wide range of applications; they are designed for transporting road trains; the platforms are equipped for the installation of crane equipment, watch boxes, etc. Almost all chassis are presented based on basic models.

Platforms can be used as:

• timber trucks;
• tanks for fuels and lubricants, liquid chemicals;
• cement and concrete trucks;
• timber trucks;
• areas for the transportation of explosives;
• container ships.

Such broad specialization has made the car indispensable in various sectors of the national economy. He works efficiently where other equipment may fail or simply cannot cope with the task. In agriculture, KAMAZ trucks transport mineral fertilizers, harvested crops, and deliver agricultural equipment. In construction, a vehicle is used to transport prefabricated reinforced concrete and welded metal structures, building materials (dry mixtures and ready-made mortars); The lifting and transport equipment mounted on the platform “requalifies” the cargo equipment as a lifting and transport mechanism. When developing fields and carrying out topographic and geodetic work, drilling equipment is mounted on the chassis. The military transports military equipment and missile systems on KAMAZ trucks; during exercises, KAMAZ trucks are used as change houses and kitchen blocks, in the premises of which you can prepare lunch for several dozen people at once; Machines are also used to clear snow drifts. Road work also cannot be done without reliable “iron” assistants; they deliver construction materials for road work. Geologists take KAMAZ as “fellow travelers” because in the taiga, where there are swampy and impassable areas, only such a vehicle can overcome them. Depending on the scope of application, load capacity and the availability of additional equipment, all models of automotive vehicles will have different weights. But regardless of the weight, equipment under the KAMAZ brand remains a reliable and long-term partner.

Cabin interior

This model has a sprung cabin, which is fixed to the frame. The KamAZ 5511 cabin was designed for a couple of people. It can be folded forward using a torsion bar device, which is very convenient in order to carry out care and maintenance of the power unit. Triplex glass can be lowered and raised, and the windows can be rotated.

The floor and wall were covered with noise and heat insulating material. They did not forget to provide the cabin with heating and ventilation. The cabin was later able to receive minor changes, for example, there was 3-layer glass with additional protection from damage.

The driver's seat has also been improved, allowing it to be adjusted to suit the height and weight of each individual driver. The cabin also received a high roof. The car was intended for suburban transportation, so it did not have a sleeping place.

Bridges

Although Russian trucks can hardly be called vehicles that occupy the first positions in transporting the heaviest loads, they are used very often. a convenient tipping mechanism allows the body to be unloaded and lowered in about 20 seconds, and the increased volume of the body of the KamAZ 5511 dump truck due to the extended sides can significantly increase the load capacity;.

Specifications

Power unit

As a power unit, the 5511 model was equipped with a 210-horsepower engine, devoid of turbocharging. The engine is four-stroke and runs on diesel fuel, and has a V-shaped eight at its disposal. It has a longitudinal arrangement and is installed in front under the cab.

If we talk about the cooling system, then it is a closed type, which forces a special liquid (antifreeze) to be constantly and forcefully supplied. The latter system has a pair of thermostats, and the cooler drive has an automatic hydraulic clutch.

The engine allows you to reach a top speed of 80 km/h. The dump truck consumes about 27 liters of diesel fuel at a speed limit of 60 km/h according to the passport.

Transmission

The transmission was a 5-speed manual gearbox with a 2-disc dry clutch. The main speed has a couple of degrees, which contain the presence of cylindrical and bevel gears. All vehicle configurations have rear-wheel drive.

Suspension

The front suspension has a pair of longitudinal springs with sliding rear ends. There are also pins with rubber bushings, which synchronize the suspension shock absorbers with the dump truck frame. The rear-mounted suspension was equipped with a balancer with one axle, which was pressed into its bracket. The rear wheels of the dual type are discless and use a three-piece design.

Brake system

In addition to the main (working) brake system, there are three more: spare, auxiliary and parking. All of them operate offline. The main brake mechanism is of a dual-circuit type and is pneumatically controlled, acting separately on the rear bogie and the axle installed in front.

It can be started by pressing the pedal. If it fails, then using the lever you can turn on the spare system, which operates only on the rear wheels. The parking system serves as part of it. To unload the main system and cool it, you will need an auxiliary one, which uses the presence of a gas-dynamic mechanism in the exhaust device.

The latter can shut off the supply of diesel fuel, which will entail smooth braking. In addition, the dump truck has an emergency brake release drive. It is clear that there was no talk of any ABS system in the KamAZ 5511 model.

Steering

A hydraulic booster, which has a plastic gear pump and a spool-type valve, serves as a steering assistant.
The pump drive operates from the crankshaft of the power unit. If we talk about the longitudinal rod of the steering wheel of the car, then it is forged, and the transverse rod is full. They all have ball joints. Specifications

Modifications

In January 1989, KamAZ 5511 added one unit to its index, thanks to which the plant released a new, seemingly no different, model of KamAZ 55111. Changes:

• The length of the platform has become shorter;
• The rear side of the body has become hinged;
• The springs were strengthened;
• Increased load capacity;
• The power steering was taken from the KamAZ-4310 model;
• The engine is turbocharged, which increases the number of horsepower by 30 units;
• The cabin has become higher;

In 1988, a unit for agricultural needs, KamAZ-55102, was developed. Main changes:

• The platform unloads both sideways and backwards;
• The sides of the body fold down on all sides except the front;
• The gearbox has become 10-speed, with a divider;
• The total weight of the car has decreased by almost 200 kg;
• Load capacity decreased to 7000 kg
• Body volume increased to 8 m3
• There is an opportunity to increase the sides;
• The platform tilts sideways 50 degrees;

Price and options

It is logical that you simply cannot buy a new model, since the car was discontinued in 1990. But on the other hand, the domestic market is simply replete with used models. Pricing varies greatly and is determined by production date and general condition. So, for example, dump trucks from the mid-1980s will cost about 150,000 - 200,000 rubles.

Models from 1989-1990 are estimated at about 300,000 to 400,000 rubles. A rental option is also possible, if necessary. The price starts from 900 rubles per hour. KamAZ 5511 with a trailer is very often used to be able to transport an even larger volume of cargo, and the technical component of the vehicle allows this to be done.

Prices in Russia

Today, KamAZ-5511 exists only in maintained condition, since production of the model ended in the early 1990s. You can find many examples in good condition on the secondary market. Although it must be admitted that most cars require increased attention, because they have a very high mileage. Perhaps in some places you will need a minor repair of the chassis, and in others you will need a complete overhaul of the engine. The number of malfunctions is unpredictable, so before purchasing such a machine you need to carefully inspect and check everything. I am very glad that a car, even in excellent condition, is very cheap.

The KamAZ-5511 version, produced in the 1980s, now costs between 150-200 thousand rubles. Copies of the latest model years (from 1988 to 1990) are available for 300-400 thousand rubles.

Advantages and disadvantages

Pros of the car

• Good maneuverability;
• Acceptable ride height;
• Good maintainability;
• There are no problems with the necessary spare parts and components;
• Relatively low cost of a dump truck;
• There is an option to heat the body with exhaust gases;
• Quick lifting/lowering of the body;
• Not afraid to carry heavy loads;
• Good braking system;
• Visibility;
• Can operate in different temperature conditions;
• Hydraulic power steering;
• Small dimensions;
• The hood is missing.

Cons of the car

• Outdated cabin in all aspects;
• The quality of the assembly materials and the interior itself raises many questions;
• Uncomfortable chairs;
• There is not enough free space in the cockpit in front of the dashboard;
• Lots of wasted space;
• Weak power unit;
• High fuel consumption;
• Many parts often fail;
• No all-wheel drive.

KAMAZ fuel consumption

Knowing the appetite of your vehicle allows you to calculate the required amount of fuel for a certain distance. As a result, you can intelligently approach your travel costs. And if with passenger cars everything is a little easier - there is not particularly great gluttony here, then freight transport is already distinguished by high needs. What kind of appetite does a car like KamAZ have? The fuel consumption of this vehicle cannot be compared with the appetite of any other vehicle (aircraft and ships do not count).

The Kama Automobile Plant has been producing cars, including power units for them, since 1976. Now, not only traditional KamAZ trucks, which became widespread in the USSR, are produced here, but also other equipment - buses, tractors, mini-power plants, as well as components for them.

The series of original KamAZ trucks consists of 10 vehicles, which differ in technical parameters, external design, accessories and functionality. And they are all in great demand.

KamAZ is in high demand among consumers

The most popular models are:

1. 43118 is a 6x6 off-road truck mounted on a universal platform. Serial production began in 1995.
2. 53212 - the car began to be produced in 1979, and its peculiarity is the use of trailers.
3. 4350 is a current military model that is capable of transporting loads weighing up to 4 tons. It entered service in 2002.
4. 5325 - like other others, this model also applies to tractors. Production began in 1988. The car was produced in small quantities.
5. The 5320 is without a doubt the legendary Soviet-era tractor that could carry heavy loads. Kamaz 5320 began to be mass produced between 1976 and 2001.
6. 5410 is an exemplary classic weighing approximately 8 tons. The car's 8-cylinder power plant is located directly under the cabin. This is very convenient and the driver does not need to make any special efforts to troubleshoot problems.
7. 55111 - the model is in wide demand due to its affordable price, high quality workmanship and high level of comfort.
8. 65115 is one of the mass-produced vehicles that belonged to the dump truck segment.

The carrying capacity of this model is 15 tons, and the platform can be of various designs. What is typical is that if a mechanic has golden hands, then with a professional approach he can easily convert KamAZ into almost any other vehicle. Only the basic chassis will remain common.

Let's sum it up

Despite the fact that the KamAZ-5511 truck was produced a very long time ago, today it can be seen quite often on the roads of the Russian Federation and the CIS. The dump truck has small dimensions, which allows it to feel more confident even in an urban environment.

Of course, this is not a European with a pleasant interior, a powerful power unit, and a good gearbox, but KamAZ knows how to perform difficult and dirty tasks. It also has some drawbacks in terms of high fuel consumption per 100 km.

It can go where another dump truck might just get bored. It is not afraid of large temperature changes and is unpretentious in terms of fuel. Therefore, it will continue to be in great demand among drivers for some time.

We advise you to read the article: KAMAZ - cars of the era

Advantages and disadvantages

You all know very well that large dump truck class vehicles, which are designed to transport large and heavy loads, can rarely be found on city roads. But not everyone knows the reason for this. Of course, many are inclined to believe that this is all due to the dimensions of the KamAZ. You can't argue that there is part of the truth in this, but only part.

In fact, dump trucks are rarely seen on city roads due to their poor maneuverability and this is the main reason. As for this model, thanks to its good maneuverability, it can easily become an ordinary participant in city traffic.

Another principle for classifying loaders is tracked or wheeled.

• KamAZ-55111 is an excellent vehicle for traveling off-road. Thanks to its design, it copes with all obstacles without problems.
• Due to its medium size (compared to other dump trucks), this vehicle does not cover a large radius when turning, which is another big plus and makes it easier to drive if the route passes through the city.
• The platform can be heated.
• This type of machine has a long service life.
• Due to its long service life, another advantage follows in itself, which concerns the ease of maintenance of this type of machine. Breakdowns are very rarely noticed, so you can always reduce maintenance costs.

The KamAZ-55111 is a very good example of how you can purchase a very high-quality dump truck at a relatively low cost. Many years after the release of this car, it remains in the number one ranking. Look at the characteristics of the Kamaz 6520 model with comparable prices.

Drivers choose it for its excellent technical characteristics, reliability, ease of use, as well as the ability to easily and simply replace failed parts. This is a very important factor, since often it is the difficulty of repair that becomes an insurmountable obstacle for drivers who do not have the proper skills in this matter.

Features of a 10 ton dump truck in the video:

1. One of the most important disadvantages of such a machine is its poor ergonomics, which is why many companies and individuals refuse to purchase the KamAZ-55111.
2. The model has already been discontinued by the concern (if the car breaks down and some part needs to be replaced, then you will have to strain and try to find the part from someone else, which, most likely, will be removed from a car of the same model - which means will not be new).
3. The total volume of the Kamaz body is 6.6 cubic meters. meters, which is why not all types of work can be performed with sufficient efficiency.

I would like to note that, despite several shortcomings, the machine has a fairly large number of advantages that put it above many other representatives of dump trucks. The low price completely covers the three above-mentioned disadvantages, which do not play a particularly important role in the process of operation and use of KamAZ-55111

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• Body type – bucket, with rear unloading;
• The maximum body lift angle is 60 degrees;
• The type of lifting mechanism is hydraulic, driven by a power take-off located in the front part of the body;
• Hydraulic cylinder – telescopic, three-stage;
• Maximum operating pressure – 140 kgf/cm2;
• Hydraulic system volume – 33 l;
• Oil used: industrial 20 in summer, industrial 12 in winter;
• Control - remote from the driver's cabin.

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Truck chassis

All wheels of the KamAZ-55111 dump truck are disc wheels, with rim sizes 7.5-20 (190-508)08. Tube tires, pneumatic, sizes – 10.00R20 (280R508) or 11.00 R20 (300 R508). Each wheel is equipped with drum-type brakes, with a drum diameter of 400 mm and a brake lining width of 140 mm. The front suspension consists of two semi-elliptic springs, which work together with two telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers and two hollow rubber compression buffers. The rear suspension is of the balancing type, with two semi-elliptic springs and reaction bars on rubber-metal hinges.

Fuel consumption on Kamaz 55111 dump truck

KamAZ is a heavy truck with a diesel engine, produced by the Kama Automobile Plant, which today, in addition to trucks, also produces buses, combine harvesters, electric units, tractors, etc. The plant launched its production back in 1976. It was this year, on February 16, that the first KamAZ-5320 rolled off the assembly line. And just 3 years later the 100,000th car was released, which broke all records at that time. By 2010, the Kama Automobile Plant was in the top ten in the world ranking in terms of production and production of diesel units. He took eighth place in this ranking. In addition, in the same year it was ranked ninth in the ranking of the leading heavy-duty truck manufacturers.

Fuel consumption rate per 100 km

In 1987, serial production of the KamAZ-55111 dump truck began. The development of model 55111 was based on another vehicle - it was a KamAZ-5511 dump truck. Initially, these models even had the same cabins. The difference between the first and second was that 55111 had a shortened body. Regarding the power unit, the KamAZ 55111 was equipped with an eight-cylinder diesel engine with a displacement of 10.8 liters. The power of this engine is 240 horsepower. The maximum speed that all these horses develop is 90 km/h. Fuel consumption per hundred kilometers in the city is 34 liters, on the highway – 28.5 liters.

Owner reviews about consumption

• Leonid, Moscow. KamAZ 55111 10.8 MT 1997. A good car, reliable and powerful. Of all the cargo trucks, I consider it the best, despite its domestic production. It has helped me out more than once, and it is simply an irreplaceable thing for working on a construction site. The engine is powerful, pulls everywhere, and the cross-country ability is excellent. Consumption is somewhere around 35 liters in the city and 29 liters on the highway.
• Sergey, Kursk. Still, we know how to make cars. Kamaz 55111 is proof of this. I have been driving my Kamaz since 1994 (1992 model, MT). For all this time, only the best memories and impressions. The cross-country ability is simply excellent, and the engine plays a significant role here. Consumption is kept within 31 liters per 100 km on average.
• Vladimir, Vologda. I drove to different Kamaz plants - the best. Drives on any road and has never sat down anywhere. He pulled it out in any situation. The engine is quite powerful, but it consumes about 34-35 liters in the city, 28 liters on the highway. I bought a 1998 model, new. The car is still driving.
• Sergey, Murmansk. I bought it for the company in 2005, almost off the assembly line. A very reliable car, it works out its price quite well, one might even say excellent. You drive it confidently on any road and just know that it won’t let you down and will go everywhere. It turns out that the domestic auto industry can still produce something good. Its consumption is on average 31-32 liters per 100 km, although under heavy loads it reached 40 liters.
• Alexey, Belgorod. I’m not a fan of domestic car production, but 55111 Kamaz, and in general, the Kamaz car itself is an exception. It immediately feels reliable when driving. Passes all potholes and off-road conditions without problems. The engine is powerful and consumes about 30 liters on average. I bought it about 20 years ago - the car has stood the test of time.
• Alexander, Kharkov. KamAZ 55111 10.8 MT 1996. Truck driver has quite a lot of experience. During all this time, I realized that there is no more reliable truck than Kamaz. Just by looking at it you are convinced how powerful this unit is. I’ve been driving it for so many years and I don’t even think about switching to something else – it’s just the thing for work. Consumption 32-33 liters.
• Nikolai, Peter. I’ve been driving this monster for five years now (we hired a used one from 2001). I am satisfied with everything, and it is an irreplaceable thing for construction work. Consumes within 35 liters under heavy load.