KAMAZ-54902 and KAMAZ-65658 are new K5 series vehicles designed for transporting goods between cities over short distances. According to the manufacturers, they both have an original exhaust gas and neutralization system, an engine air supply system, new suspension, cab fairing design and chassis design. Both KAMAZ-54902 and KAMAZ-65658 received a 400 hp KAMA DIESEL power unit.
KAMAZ-54902 is a two-axle tractor with a gross trailer weight of 36,250 kg. The height of the fifth wheel coupling is 1150 mm, the load on the fifth wheel is 11250 kg. It has a compact cab with a low roof and one sleeping place.
KAMAZ-65658 is a universal three-axle tractor that can be fitted with various types of superstructures. In particular, this model may be in demand among food retailers. The last axle is a lifting axle, which is sometimes called a "lazy axle". It reduces fuel consumption when the car is running without cargo, and in winter a "compressed" axle will increase its cross-country ability.
PAO «KAMAZ» notes that in June the automobile plant assembled 11 new KAMAZ-54902, and by the end of the year 1900 units will be assembled. About KAMAZ-65658 they say that the growth rate of its production is "more modest", but how much more modest is not specified.
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