Models "Gazelle": technical characteristics, comparison and photo

The cars of the Gorky Automobile Plant have an oldpositive reputation among the population. Among the impressive range of models we are interested in light trucks that have a sonorous name - "Gazelle". This car has a high popularity with drivers due to some important advantages.

Important advantages of "Gazelles"

One of the determining factors of popularityis the cost. For today, the Gazel models in most do not exceed the price of 1 million rubles. True, diesel options are usually 50-100 thousand more expensive, but they have all the advantages of a diesel engine.

An important role is played by availability and real pricesfor spare parts. As for maintenance and repair, here "Gazelle" has always been on top. It should be borne in mind that the car was designed in Russia by our specialists for Russian roads and has an excellent suspension.

Beautiful and comfortable "Gazelle Next"

Popular light trucks "Gazelle" from 2013year have received an upgraded version. "Gazelle Next" - a family of low-tonnage cars, which has a number of advantages. The old car was significantly and qualitatively finalized. For the first time important changes have affected the appearance. The cabin of the new car was completely redesigned and designed with due regard for all the rules of ergonomics. It became much more roomy and received wide doorways.

A large bumper is made of plastic and canordered in parts. The wings are also made of plastic, so there will be no problems with rust. In the car it became much more comfortable. That there is only one wide windshield. Also there were convenient niches for things and even cupholders.

Optics of the "Gazelle Next" model received newbeautiful headlights of a sophisticated licked shape. Now there is an opportunity to install a regular fog lamp. The rearview mirrors of "Nekst" are large and give a wide panorama. Thanks to the change in the cab, Gazelle completely changed its appearance. Now, in comparison with foreign competitors, it looks very worthy.

"Gazelle" and its technical capabilities

All models of "Gazelle" belong to the type of carstrucks. What does this mean in fact? On paper this is a car, and you can manage it by having a category "B". But the ability to transport only officially up to one and a half tons of cargo turns a car into a mini truck. Such a commercial maneuver brought the plant "GAZ" a big win. In fact, "Gazelle" took the missing niche in the commercial vehicle fleet of the country.

The total weight of the vehicle with a load does not exceed 3.5tons. The transmission on all models is a five-speed manual. Suspension on the "Gazelle" is dependent on both the front and rear, and on the next front is set independent with springs. The brake system includes front brake discs with shoes and rear brake drums with lining. At the Gazelle Next front brakes are reinforced and have pads with a working surface of a larger area.

As for the power unit, there are several options for both gasoline and diesel engines. Let's consider variants and features of models more in detail.

Powertrains

On cars of the family "Gazelle" now3 types of engines are installed. They are petrol UMP-4216 and ZMZ-405, and diesel ISF2.8 of "Cummins" brand. Interestingly, previously installed two more types of diesels:

• "Chrysler" volume of 2.4 liters.
• "Steier" - 2.8 liters.

Not once used domestic options.

The engine ZMZ-405 is produced in the Euro-3 version andis a worthy follower of the famous line of the Zavolzhsky motor plant. The working power of the injector unit is 150 liters. from. with a working volume of 2.46 liters. Ulyanovsk UMZ-4216 are produced in the Euro-3 and Euro-4 classes. The second version is more modern and has a working capacity of 125 liters. from. at a volume of 2.89 liters. Turbine diesel from the "Cummins" has a volume of 2.8 liters and a capacity of 110 liters. from. and has increased severity.

Engines

Modernized "Gazelle" offers twooption: one - diesel "Cummins", the second - the Russian UMP-A274 or EvoTech. And if the diesel practically does not differ from what was installed on simple "Gazelles", Ulyanovsk is the engine of a new generation with Euro-5 standards.

UMZ-A274 is the next model in the line,The next one is for UMP-4216 Euro-4. It has a smaller working capacity of 2.7 liters, which reduces fuel consumption by 10 percent, and reduces oil consumption. Part of the nodes, not only electric, are traditionally taken from the best foreign representatives, such as LG, Bosch, Eaton. The generator and the starter have higher parameters than the analogs of the UMP.

Variety of "gazelles"

The basic, or basic, model of "Gazelle" isonboard GAZ-3302. Instead of a simple side, a tilt or isothermal van can be installed. Isothermal options are well suited for the installation of refrigeration equipment. The length of the frame is divided into cars:

- with a short base;

- the average base;

- a long base.

A convenient variety of "Gazelle" are socalled "Farmers" - GAZ-33023, the cabin of which has a second row of seats. Additional 4 places significantly expand the possibilities of commercial transport. Such cabs can be installed on frames of different lengths and have vans of all kinds.

A separate group is our favorite minibus -model "Gazelle" passenger (GAZ-3221) is an all-metal minivan. On the basis of this car, versions for ambulance, police, mail and other services were made. Also popular are all-wheel drive variants of GAZ-32217, GAZ-322171, GAZ-3221173 and GAZ-3221174. All models "Gazelle" with all-wheel drive have increased cross-country capacity due to both the leading bridges, as well as the blocking differential.

Expansion of the staff of "Gazeli Next"

Initially, the modernized models of the "Gazelle" were available only in the onboard version. True, there are several subspecies:

• The GAZ-A21R22 is an onboard variant with an average base (3100-3500 mm) and equipped with a Cummins diesel engine with a volume of 2.8 liters;
• GAZ-A21R23 - the same average length, but with the Ulyanovsk engine UMZ-A274 in variants Euro-4 and Euro-5;
• GAZ-A21R32 - the car with a long base (3500-3900 mm) with a diesel engine;
• GAZ-A21R33 - also a long version, but with EvoTech under the hood.

The next expansion of the line was the model"Gazelle Next Farmer", which has the letter abbreviation A22. Cars with a double cab are also produced with long and medium bases and are equipped with both diesel and gasoline units. As well as Gazelle of the previous generation, Next has in its ranks cars with vans. In this case, both isothermal and tilt variants are installed. The model "Gazelle", the tent of which is installed from the plant, has more chances of long-term operation.

Next Bus Next

A real discovery from the GAZ plant was a newbus "Next". This is a completely new solution for the transportation of passengers. Modern design together with compact dimensions and economical engine quickly won hearts.

With regard to technical specificationscar, then everything that concerns the engines, is similar to any on-board car "Gazelle Next". There are also two options: a diesel engine from Cummins with a volume of 2.8 liters and a gasoline from UMZ with a volume of 2.7 liters. There are also two options for the length, and there is a split in the gearbox. In addition to the standard box, there is a reinforced version that goes together with the reinforced cardan shaft.

The saloon of the minibus is designed for 19 passengers andhas a height of 190 cm. For a comfortable stay in the car there are comfortable seats, there is an auxiliary heater. Safety is confirmed by the presence of a new generation of ABS systems and a noticeable decrease in the braking distance.

Next Next gazelle with all-metal body

Another novelty with the cabin Next becameall-metal van GAZ-A31 with one row of seats and GAZ-A32 with two. The car in 2016 became the winner of "Top-5 Auto" in the nomination "Light commercial vehicle". Among the competitors were strong foreign opponents: VW Transporter 6, Mitsubishi L200 and Toyota Hilux. What is so impressed by the jury of a simple-looking van from GAZ?

The main feature of the car becamethe long-awaited cable shift from Toyota. The stylish control joystick is located on the front panel and has a noiseless, accurate and reliable movement. Long gearshift knob long looked in the cabs Next very strange. And so it happened. A modern car with comfortable handling. Models "Gazelle Next", photos of which are present in the text, all have a noble appearance and are comparable with the best foreign analogues.

All-metal machines "Next" are presented in three versions:

- cargo;

- combined;

- fully passenger, designed for 16 passengers.

The height of the wagons is 190 cm, which allowsto be in them in full growth. The cargo compartments are lined with laminated plywood and equipped with rigging loops for cargo. The volume of transported cargo for combi in cubic meters is 9.6, and for cargo - 13.5.

Conclusion

The cars of the group of companies "GAZ" are already proudthe name "Gazelle" by right can be considered the most popular car for commercial vehicles. Unobtrusive in service, easy to use and so familiar to our eyes, "Gazelle" does not stand still, but constantly evolve. The proof is the modernized line "Gazelle Next".

A wide range of cars is due to variousapplication and capabilities. Popular models of "Gazelle Next" with a sleeping place greatly expand the possibilities of commercial transport. For a clean cargo transportation, an onboard modification or van is useful, for passengers - an easy and maneuverable bus. In any case, all Gazel models will meet the standards of reliability and quality.