Freight transportation is necessary not only for intercity routes. Within the city, the number of individual cargo movements is many times higher. The reason for this distribution is the huge number of storage facilities. They are often located outside the city limits, or in parts of the city remote from the center (industrial zones, etc.). The optimal vehicle for transporting cargo up to 1.5 tons is the Gazelle. This vehicle not only has the ability to transport cargo of a specified weight, but also a high degree of maneuverability.
Renting a Gazelle depends not only on the length of the journey and the type of cargo, but also on the type of car itself. Today, the urban cargo transportation market offers 5 varieties of Gazelles. Naturally, you need to choose the transport that will allow you to carry out the transportation in the optimal way.
In this article you will learn:
- Types of gazelles;
- Characteristics of each type.
Most often, when choosing a vehicle for cargo transportation, our clients choose the Gazelle brand.
The Gazelle is the optimal vehicle for transporting cargo weighing up to 2 tons, and also stands out among other types of vehicles for its high cross-country ability.
When choosing a Gazelle for transporting certain objects, it is worth paying attention not only to the weight and size of the cargo, but also to the type of vehicle itself.
Body side-awning
The largest part of the Gazelle market is occupied by vehicles with flatbed platforms. The platform with folding sides is convenient for loading and placing any cargo, including oversized and bulk cargo. It also serves as the basis for installing a tent frame for the Gazelle, which is needed to protect transported goods from rain, snow, and hot rays of the sun.
However, what is important for entrepreneurs is the very opportunity to order the production of a frame and such an awning for a Gazelle of the required volumes and configurations. Now this is a separate business, which is carried out by many regional manufacturers. And for an entrepreneur it is convenient and profitable.
Factory body options side-tent
Bodies in the “side-tent” format are presented in three Gazelle models:
- GAZ-330202 “Gazelle-Business” is a standard light-duty flatbed truck. Its frame and awning are made in the classic shape of an oblong cube. The volume of the cargo compartment is 13 cubic meters, the total weight with loading is 3.5 tons, which is convenient for transporting large loads
- GAZ-330202 - has a spacious cargo body with a tent frame in the shape of a truncated pyramid. A popular car in companies providing household services - transporting furniture, packaged building materials, etc.
- GAZ 3302 “Business Board-tent” is a compact truck with a shortened wheelbase of up to 3.0 m and a small body volume of 9.0 cubic meters. Works well in urban environments for transporting packaged small-sized food and industrial goods.
Types of Gazelles
For the transportation of certain types of objects, Gazelles are usually divided into the following types:
- All-metal Gazelle;
- Gazelle "Tent";
- Gazelle "Katyusha";
- Gazelle refrigerator;
- Gazelle farmer.
Propulsion system
Like all Gazelle cars, the GAZ 2705 cargo van is equipped with various propulsion systems, the most successful of which are three gasoline engines and one diesel unit.
| Motors | Characteristics |
| One of the gasoline engines is a naturally-aspirated power unit ZMZ-40524. | The unit fully meets the requirements of the Euro-3 environmental standard. The engine was used on modifications 2705-404 and 408, 27057-90 and 408. This engine, having a displacement of 2.46 liters, is equipped with four in-line cylinders and an electronic multi-point fuel injection system. |
| Another four-cylinder in-line naturally aspirated gasoline engine that is widely used on the GAZ 2752 is the American Chrysler 2.4L-DOHC unit. | With a volume of 2.43 liters, it is equipped with distributed fuel injection and a timing belt with 16 valves. Power plant providing power up to 150 hp. pp., used on modifications 2705-748 and 768. |
| Another common gasoline engine is the four-cylinder naturally aspirated unit UMZ-4216. | It has a working volume of 2.89 liters and is equipped with an updated distributed fuel injection system. The motor was used on the Gazelle TsMF 2705-90 modification, its maximum power was 123 hp. With. This engine can be made gas-powered by installing the appropriate equipment under service conditions. |
The only diesel unit for the GAZ-2705 van was the GAZ-5602 engine, which has 4 cylinders and is equipped with a turbocharging system. The engine is based on the STEYR M14 installation, its displacement is 2.13 liters, and the maximum power is 95 liters. With. The GAZ-5602 power plant was used on modifications 2705-531, 541, 27057-531 and 27057-541 with all-wheel drive.
All-metal vans GAZ-2705 are designed for transporting passengers or a wide variety of cargo weighing over a ton. This ensures complete safety of the transported property or people, as well as a high level of comfort for passengers and the driver. If necessary, it is possible to convert an all-metal gazelle into an onboard or passenger version.
Taking into account the attractive price and fairly low operating costs, a car can be considered one of the most profitable investments for small and medium-sized businesses.
Gazelle farmer
This gazelle has five seats. The passenger body is separated by a special partition, so the transported cargo will not cause any discomfort. This transport is most often used by our clients to simultaneously transport a team of workers and construction materials.
Our company will help you choose the ideal transport to solve your logistics problems. You can find out all the information about renting Gazelles on our website or by phone. Our operators will be happy to answer all your questions!
Body and chassis
The layout of the car includes a cabin with three seats and a cargo compartment, to separate which an all-metal partition is used. The car is also available in a cargo-passenger version, in which the length of the cargo compartment is reduced and the cabin capacity is expanded to seven seats - this modification is called a combi.
The all-metal body has a streamlined front part and is equipped with four doors: in the front there are two “classic” doors, on the right side there is one sliding door, in the rear there is a double-leaf hinged structure that can open 180°. There is no glazing in the cargo compartment of the car, although the conversion of the all-metal Gazelle into a combi version provides for the installation of additional viewing windows in the side parts of the body. The all-metal van is mounted on a high-strength frame, allowing it to transport cargo weighing up to one ton.
An important advantage of the GAZ-2705 CMF van is the volume of the body, which allows you to transport fairly large objects. There are 7 seats in the cabin of the GAZ 2705 modification, including the driver's seat. You can easily accommodate both the cargo being transported and the passengers themselves. If the space available inside is not enough, you can purchase a model with a higher plastic roof. In this variation, the interior is roomier and the driver is offered more available space, which is much more convenient.
Many third-party manufacturers have used this GAZ model to produce their own modifications, such as an ambulance, a cash-in-transit armored car and others.
Carrying capacity of Gazelle vehicles
The GAZ 3302 car is designed for a load capacity of 1.5 tons, but this characteristic is not the same in all modifications.
Overall dimensions of the car GAZ 3302
- GAZ 2705 – 1.35 t;
- GAZ-3221 - on average 1-1.2 tons, depending on the modification;
- GAZ 33023 “Farmer” – 1.2 t;
- GAZ-2752 “Sobol” (or GAZ-2217 “Barguzin”) - from 0.6 to 0.9 tons, depending on the version;
- GAZelle Next – from 1.25 t or 1.5 t depending on the model.
Often, commercial vehicle owners are not satisfied with the vehicle’s carrying capacity, and this is understandable. For business, it is important to carry as much cargo as possible per flight. And therefore, entrepreneurs use various methods to increase such an important characteristic of a car.
Table of technical characteristics of GAZ 3302
- Install an additional sheet on all springs;
- Strengthen the frame.
After appropriate work, the load capacity increases by 500 kg. But you should not overload the car beyond the established norm.
Gazelle weight
The weight of the Gazelle also depends on the modification of the car. In addition, different models were equipped with different engines, and the weight of the engines is not the same. It is also logical that the design of the vehicle with a long wheelbase will be heavier than the Sobol or Barguzin.
The basic model GAZ 3302 has a curb weight of 1800-1850 kg, and the total weight of the loaded vehicle is 3500 kg.
Lots of other models:
| Model | Curb weight, kg | Maximum weight, kg |
| GAZ-2705 | 2000 | 3500 |
| GAZ-3221 minibus | 2325/ 2445 | 3010/ 3135 |
| GAZ 33023 "Farmer" | 1825/ 2100 | No more than 3500 |
| GAZ-2752 "Sable" | 1880/ 1930 | 2800 |
| GAZ-2217 "Barguzin" | 2140/ 2260 | 2675/ 2795 |
| GAZ-3221 minibus | 2020 | 3050 |
| GAZelle Next | 1990 | 3500 |
Option cargo Gazelle
Modifications
The Gazelle-Next onboard vehicle with a 2-row cabin, along with the main model GAZ-A22R23, which is 5.6 m long, can be modified with a 6.4-meter GAZ-A22R33 platform. The vehicle's carrying capacity is 1.2 tons (including six passengers). A two-row cabin with an extended platform can accommodate six passengers in addition to the driver, but there will be more space than in the Gazelle-Farmer-Business. Namely: two comfortable passenger seats with headrests in the first row and four similar seats in the back. The Next cabin also boasts panoramic glazing and large rear-view mirrors, giving the driver a wide all-round view around the entire perimeter of the car. Which, together with a new independent front suspension, a modified shock absorption system and an improved sound insulation system, make trips to the Gazelle-Next Farmer calm, quiet and smooth. This is also facilitated by the improved ergonomics of the cabin, which allows the driver to freely celebrate himself behind the wheel, and it can also accommodate many small items in specially designed drawers and niches.
Another great feature of the Farmer is the side rear door, which makes it easy to climb into the rear seats of the car without disturbing the passengers sitting in the front row. In addition, in the back row of the Gazelle-Farmer Next cabin you can install a comfortable sleeping place.
The modified and freer cabin in the new Gazelle-Farmer Next is one of its main advantages. If previously boarding in the back row was carried out through the front row, then in the new generation of the gazelle this inconvenience has been eliminated thanks to the installation of the rear door on the left side of the cabin. To which another seat was also added in the back row and now the van can carry six passengers along with the driver. It should be noted that if you optionally install a special rear seat, which is covered with soft materials, then it can be turned into a comfortable sleeping place if desired. Which is very important for long trips.
Cost and service
The price for the gazelle next tent does not increase, because no one demands more money for such a set. There are varieties on the market, primarily differing in chassis length. They can be: 3, 4, 5 or 6 m. In this case, the color of the attached awning will always remain blue. Basic equipment starts from 950 thousand rubles.
Servicing is necessary every 20 thousand kilometers. The warranty is issued for 3 years.
When developing the model, 21st century automotive technologies were used, which made it possible to create a practical car. The Gazelle is distinguished by its configuration - a transformer, as a result of which it is a worthy competitor to any van.
Gazelle Next awning – new model
Every year the demand for transport that is able to transport cargo in difficult weather conditions increases.
In this regard, the Gorky plant in Nizhny Novgorod launched the Gazelle Next 4 m awning. This vehicle is perfect for transporting timber, metal beams, and aluminum mesh. The extended platform allows these materials to be completely retracted into the body. Often, the model with side coating is used specifically by representatives of construction (small or medium-sized) businesses, as well as private “finishers”. There is no need to confuse, for example, the Gazelle Next 4-meter awning and a four-meter Euro truck. The eurotruck has side beams that give the awning a rigid structure, as well as rear hinged doors.
Cabin and salon
The modern model has improved comfort indicators. The equipment of the driver's seat is no different from the default modifications (everything is at hand). If it is necessary to switch options, the driver can do this without difficulty. At the same time, you don’t need to be distracted from the road.
The car interior is characterized by:
- additional sound insulation;
- cabin heating system;
- installed by the power steering.
The Gazelle next awning has panoramic windows, large rear-view mirrors provide a good overview of the road situation. The cabin has comfortable seats, which is very important when transporting goods over long distances. In this case, the driver and passengers will not feel tired.
Engine and other components
Each model in this series is equipped with a powerful Cummins turbodiesel engine. It is characterized by the following parameters:
- power – 149.6 l. With.;
- volume – 2.8 l;
- consumption per 100 km – 8.5 l.
The motor is quite economical and durable. Motorcycle resource (mileage) is up to 700 thousand km. The next tented gazelle is also available with an Evotech petrol engine. It is possible to install HBO.
Body - main features
The sides are made of metal coated with special reagents that prevent corrosion. There are also arc bases attached to the side. They are necessary for the stability of the awning.
The coating is made of a two-layer material and reliably protects against external factors - snow, rain or hail. You can download products in several ways:
- from above – the awning will be removed to gain access to the van;
- through the back - the covering is curled upward;
The height of the arbitrary body is 2.1-2.4 meters. Such parameters make it possible to cover a large volumetric load.
Characteristics
The Farmer gazelle modification is available on one of two platforms: standard - A22R22 or extended - A22R32. The basic version of the Eurovan is equipped with a platform 3 meters long, while the extended platform is 4 meters long. Depending on which of them is installed, the length of the body will be 5.62 m or 6.41 m, respectively. The remaining parameters (height, width) of the Farmer are identical to other modifications of vans of this family.
Dimensions of Gazelle with extended base
The extended Gazelle brand began to be produced at the Gorky Automobile Plant in 2002, the first to be produced was model 330202 based on the GAZ-3302 flatbed truck. In contrast to the standard 3 m platform, the 330202 model has a body length of 4.2 m, and the platform can be extended to 5.1 m.
The extended Gazel 4.2 m has a body volume of 15 cubic meters. m, is designed for transporting long cargo that does not fit in a standard truck. The advantages of the GAZ-330202 over heavy-duty vehicles are the maneuverability of the vehicle and the ease of transporting small quantities of cargo. In the extended version of the vehicle, the wheelbase is increased from 2.9 to 3.5 meters, the load capacity remains the same as that of the base truck 3302.
Dimensions of the tented gazelle (gazelle awning) GAZ 3302
The Gazelle tent is suitable for most intracity transportation and has a maneuverable base. The volume of the cargo compartment is 9 cubic meters. Loading height 960 cm. Height from ground to awning 2.57 meters.
Overall dimensions of gazelles with a cabin for 2 passengers, not counting the driver:
Gazelle commercial vehicles at the Gorky Automobile Plant are produced in various bodies - there are flatbed trucks, all kinds of vans, minibuses, cars with a standard and extended wheelbase. The dimensions of the Gazelle body depend on its type; we will look at what they are in this article.
"Gazelle" with a van
A commercial vehicle has to carry a variety of loads. But a simple body with an awning is not designed for transporting perishable products, and it is not very convenient to transport furniture in it. Therefore, many manufacturing enterprises have taken up the task of improving the small-sized truck. Various vans are installed on the GAZ 3303 or GAZ 33023 “Farmer” base chassis.
Van sizes vary and may vary in height and length. As a rule, only the width is standard.
The purpose and types of vans also differ, they can be:
- Isothermal (assembled from sandwich panels);
- Bread;
- KUNG for auto repair shop;
- Manufactured goods (furniture).
A manufactured goods van transports goods that do not require special temperature conditions.
Example of a manufactured goods Gazelle with a van
- Furniture;
- Household appliances;
- Household chemicals;
- Household goods.
Vans made of sandwich panels (isothermal) have a low thermal conductivity coefficient because its walls are lined with high-quality polystyrene foam. This material holds the temperature regime created in a closed volume well.
All vans can be assembled on the following chassis models:
Modification option gas 3302
- GAZ 3302 – base chassis;
- GAZ 33027 – chassis with a 4x4 wheel arrangement (all-wheel drive);
- GAZ 330202 – chassis with an extended frame.
Accordingly, vans can be of three types in length: 3, 4 and 5 meters. The length is approximate and may differ slightly from the figures given. The height of the van itself can be from 1.5 to 2.5 meters. But the width of all vans is usually approximately the same, it ranges from 1.9 to 2.3 m.
