MDK-2M Russian Tracked Trench-Digging Vehicle
MDK-2M
Tracked Comprehensive Mine-Clearing Vehicle (TCMCV),
Other
Basic Information
Name
MDK-2M Russian Tracked Trench-Digging Vehicle
Designation
MDK-2M
Alternate Designation
MDK-2M
Equipment Type
Tracked Comprehensive Mine-Clearing Vehicle (TCMCV),
Manufacturer
Izdeliye 453
Date of Introduction
1968
Description
The MDK-2M was a Soviet Cold War-era artillery tractor. It was based on the chassis of the AT-T, which itself is based on the chassis and drive system from the T-54 tank. The MDK-2M was used for rapid digging of large coverages and for drawing tank trenches (digging depth up to 4.7 m width and grave 3.5 - 4m). The stored for shifts on the vehicle rear tiller is lowered for the milling hydraulically to the rear. It was in service in the Soviet army, the Russian army, the East German army, and the Hungarian army.
Ground Specifications
Crew
2
Mobility Type
Tracked
Engine
V-12 Diesel (415 hp)
Max Speed
35.0 km/h
Range
500.0 km
Variants
MDK-2
The MDK-2 is used for digging weapon trenches and pits for vehicles, guns, and other equipment.
MDK-2M
There is also an improved MDK-2M model, this having an increased working speed of 387 m³/h. Ditch depth remains 4.5 m, and width remains 4 m (top) and 3.5 m (bottom).
MDK-3
The MDK-3 trench-digging machine (maschina dorozhnoy kopatelnoy) was developed as the Russian armyʼs intended replacement of the MDK-2, and MDK-2M.
System
Alternative Designation
MDK-2M
Type
Tracked Trench-Digging Vehicle
Manufacturer
Izdeliye 453
Chassis
Based on the chassis of the AT-T heavy tracked artillery tractor.
Crew
2 ea
Depth of Dug Ditch
4.5 m
Width of Dug Ditch, Top
4.7 m
Width of Dug Ditch, Bottom
3.5 m
Dimensions
Length, in Travel Configuration
8 m
Length, in Ditch Digging Configuration
10.23 m
Width, in Travel Configuration
3.4 m
Width, in Ditch Digging Configuration
INA
Height, in Travel Configuration
3.95 m
Height, in Ditch Digging Configuration
3.48 m
Weight
28,000 kg
Ground Pressure
0.73 Kgs/cm²
Automotive
Engine Name
V-401
Engine Type
V12 Diesel
Engine Power
415 hp at 1,600 rpm
Range
500 km
Speed, Maximum Road
35 km/h
Gradient
80%
Side Slope
22%
Main Weapon System
Note
The MDK-2M is not equipment with any mounted weapon systems.
Protection
Hull Armor
None
Applique Armor
No
Mine Clearning
No
NBC Protection
Yes, overpressure
Smoke Equipment
No
Image Sources
Notes
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Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
Land
Land
Filter Label
M
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
8 m
Width
3.4 m
Height
3.95 m
Weight
28000 kg
Operators (3)
Russia
Ukraine
Hungary
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