MZKT-7930 Belarusian 8x8 Special Wheeled Chassis
MZKT-7930
Special Wheeled Chassis
Other
Basic Information
Name
MZKT-7930 Belarusian 8x8 Special Wheeled Chassis
Designation
MZKT-7930
Alternate Designation
MZKT-7930
Equipment Type
Special Wheeled Chassis
Manufacturer
—
Date of Introduction
2000
Description
The MZKT-7930 special wheeled chassis was developed in Belarus the early 1990s. Sometimes this vehicle is nicknamed the Astrolog (Astrologer). It was designed to replace the ageing MAZ-543 special wheeled chassis.
Ground Specifications
Crew
1
Engine
Diesel (500 hp)
Active Protection
None
Variants
MZKT-79306
MZKT-79306 is a proposed export version. A prototype was completed in 2000. It is fitted with a Deutz BF8M diesel engine, developing 544 hp. Engine is mated to an Allison automatic transmission. This vehicle has a payload capacity of 25 000 kg.
MZKT-7930-300
MZKT-7930-300 is an improved version, fitted with a Belarusian 6-speed automatic transmission. It was adopted by Belarus, as a chassis for Polonez artillery rocket system.
MZKT-7415
MZKT-7415 is a prime mover with a shorter wheelbase. It was originally intended to replace the MAZ-7410.
MZKT-79292
MZKT-79292 is a larger 10x10 version, that can carry 35 t of payload. Maximum speed is limited to 45 km/h. This vehicle was designed to compete with a Russian BAZ-69096 special wheeled chassis with 10x10 configuration, which is planned to be used as a transporter erector launcher for a new Russian S-500 long-range air defense and anti-ballistic missile system.
MZKT-7909
MZKT-7909 is a newer 8x8 version. It is powered by a TMZ-84631.10 turbocharged diesel engine, developing 525 hp. This vehicle has a payload capacity of 22 700 kg and is fitted with a new cab. It is used to carry a Turkish Khan short-range ballistic missiles.
System
Alternative Designation
MZKT-7930
Type
Special Wheeled Chassis
Manufacturer
INA
Crew
1 ea
Passengers
2 ea
Chassis
MZKT-7930
Note
This high mobility vehicle is used as a chassis for the Iskander short range ballistic missile system and Bal costal defense missile system, TMM-6 heavy mechanized bridge and other applications. It also carries radar of the S-400 missile system.
Dimensions
Length
12.7 m
Width
3.00 m
Height
3.29 m
Weight, Combat
20.5 tons
Ground Pressure
INA kg/m
Automotive
Engine Name
YaMZ-846
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Power
500 hp
Cruising Range
1,000 km
Speed, Maximum Road
70 km/h
Speed, Off Road
35 km/h
Speed Maximum Swim
Not Amphibious
Gradient
45 deg
Side Slope
30 deg
Vertical Step
0.6 m
Trench
2 m
Fording Depth
1.4 m
Protection
Hull Armor
It provides protection for the crew against small arms fire and artillery shell splinters. This vehicle lacks any defensive armament.
Applique Armor
Avaialble
Explosive Reactive Armor
No
Active Protection System
No
Mine Clearing
No
Self-Entrenching Blade
No
NBC Protection
INA
Smoke Equipment
INA
Image Sources
Notes
https://www.facebook.com/VOLAT.MZKT/posts/%D0%BC%D0%B7%D0%BA%D1%82-79306%D0%BC%D0%BE%D0%B4%D0%B8%D1%84%D0%B8%D0%BA%D0%B0%D1%86%D0%B8%D1%8F-%D1%88%D0%B0%D1%81%D1%81%D0%B8-%D0%BC%D0%B7%D0%BA%D1%82-79306-8%D1%858-%D1%81%D0%BB%D0%B5%D0%B4%D1%83%D1%8E%D1%89%D0%B0%D1%8F-%D0%BC%D0%BE%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BB%D1%8C-%D1%81%D0%B5%D1%80%D0%B8%D0%B8-%D0%BC%D0%B7%D0%BA%D1%82-7930-%D0%BF%D1%80%D0%B5%D0%B4/1876189175886229/; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MZKT-7930;
Details
Country of Origin
Belarus
Category
Logistics
Land > Combat Support Vehicles > Logistics
Filter Label
M
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
12.7 m
Width
3 m
Height
3.29 m
Weight
20500 kg
Operators (2)
Russia
Belarus
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