The appearance of the MAZ-6303 is not very impressive due to its conservative appearance. The model compensates for this shortcoming with excellent technical indicators. It is no coincidence that the car has long been called the best "long-range board". Multifunctional transport is positioned as the most powerful truck for long and medium distances.
Reviews about MAZ-6303 were extremely positive. It was they who, probably, became the reason that the Minsk Automobile Plant released a whole series of different modifications of the model with the indices A5-320, A5-321, A5-326, A5-329 and A5-335. Additionally, reinforced versions of the car were produced: A8-320, A8-324 and A8-325. On the basis of the standard MAZ-6303 chassis, the MAZ-630168 model with a six-by-four wheel formula and the MAZ-6317 all-wheel drive vehicles are also produced.
The car is used to transport goods separately or as part of a road train. The model complies with TIR requirements. The improved power plant installed on the MAZ-6303 allows it to be used in European countries.
The front suspension of the truck is spring, the rear is spring-balanced. The large and spacious cab provides maximum comfort on long journeys. This unit is equipped with one bed.
The truck is equipped with a fairly large platform with an area of 18.6 "square", which is covered with an awning. The body holds up to 43.5 cubic meters of cargo. Loading and unloading is carried out through the rear doors.
The car was never able to completely abandon the Soviet past. The old design and minimalism do not make you feel as comfortable as possible. For its size, the truck is quite dynamic. It has excellent visibility to the rear and front, as well as to the sides. This is especially useful when driving in city traffic. The almost complete absence of noise and vibration in the cabin add positive emotions. The passenger seat will also please. The manufacturer made it on air suspension, which is extremely rare on dump trucks. In MAZ-6303, the passenger also finds himself in a privileged position.
Significant efforts to shift gears, turn the steering wheel or press the pedal will not have to be expended. This is especially important on long journeys.
MAZ-630, which has a very modest design, takes a completely different look. The model has excellent technical parameters and low cost, which is especially appreciated by Russian buyers.
Specifications
Overall dimensions of the car MAZ-6303:
- length - 10230 mm;
- height - 4000 mm;
- width - 2500 mm;
- wheelbase - 3810 mm.
The carrying capacity of the machine is 12,700 kg with a technically permissible weight of 24,700 kg. The rear axle of the truck has a load of 18000 kg, the front axle - 6700 kg. As part of a road train, the gross weight increases to 44,000 kg.
To increase grip with the road surface, 11.00R20 tires are installed on the equipment. With a speed limiter, the maximum acceleration of the MAZ-6303 is 85 km / h, without it - 100 km / h.
Fuel consumption per 100 km MAZ 6303
The fuel tank of the car holds 350 liters of fuel. For 100 km, the car consumes about 27.5 liters of fuel. At the same time, on the highway, the indicator is reduced to 24.3 l / 100 km, and in urban conditions it increases to 40 l / 100 km.
Engine
MAZ-6303 is equipped with a diesel 4-stroke 8-cylinder V-shaped unit of the YaMZ-6563.10 model (manufacturer - Yaroslavl Motor Plant). There are two valves per cylinder. The power plant complies with Euro-3 standards. The unit is located longitudinally and in front.
Motor parameters:
- working volume - 11.15 l;
- rated power - 184 (250) kW (hp);
- torque - 1225 Nm;
- cylinder diameter - 130 mm.
Device
All versions of the MAZ-6303 are equipped with an old format cabin, available in two versions:
- day small without a sleeping bag;
- large, equipped with two beds.
The manufacturer emphasizes that the soundproofing of the cabin has been improved in comparison with its predecessors. At the same time, the cabin does not differ much from analogues of leading brands in this parameter. A sprung passenger seat is also a rarity, despite the fact that the Minsk Automobile Plant initially declared it as a basic parameter. Seat belts appeared on all modifications.
The truck is equipped with an 8-speed manual transmission of the YaMZ-238A model.
The standard version of MAZ-6303 includes:
- electropneumatic outputs on the trailer;
- spoiler;
- rear protective device;
- engine heater to help start the unit in the cold season;
- driver's sprung seat;
- seat belts;
- cabin soundproofing.
A wide range of additional equipment (special heating) is optionally available.
The disadvantages of the model include the not very convenient location of the stove heater tap. It is located in the same place where it appeared half a century ago. To open it, the driver will have to raise the cab. Among other shortcomings, one should highlight the inconvenient location of additional equipment (keys, jack, etc.) and the unsuccessful fastening of the air filter cover, which received studs with nuts instead of latches. Despite the shortcomings, MAZ-6303 meets the requirements of TIR and is successfully operated by transport companies.
Particularly popular among special equipment based on the MAZ-6303 is a log truck with CMU, which has a load capacity of 13,200 kg. It is traditionally equipped with a large cabin with two berths.
The price of a new and used MAZ 6303
MAZ-6303 is one of the budget models. So, a version with a six-by-four wheel arrangement is offered by the plant for 1.38-1.58 million rubles (excluding VAT). Modifications with a wheel arrangement of eight by four and six by six will cost more.
The cost of a used version of the MAZ-6303 (2007-2008 with a mileage of 140-150 thousand km) will be 600-700 thousand rubles.
Renting a truck will cost from 1100 rubles per hour of work.
Analogues
Analogues of the MAZ-6303 model are Hyundai HD 78, ZIL-43336 and MAZ-43714 cars.
The MAZ 6303 car is considered one of the most popular today. Products of Belarusian production are characterized by unpretentiousness and maximum ease of use. Even the active operation of the vehicle will not lead to undesirable consequences. Today, the MAZ manufacturing company is hard at work on creating improved models that will delight consumers with ergonomics and a long service life. High strength will avoid unforeseen breakdowns.
Model Features
According to the technical characteristics of the MAZ 6303, the car is a unit with a chassis load capacity of up to 14.7 tons. The powerful YaMZ engine ensures efficient performance of any tasks that are important to the user. Depending on the specific modification, the car can move at a maximum speed of up to 95-100 Km / h, which is the best indicator for a car of this purpose. A special 6x4 wheel arrangement ensures high maneuverability of the ATZ 6303 model on various types of surfaces, which will allow the driver to feel calm and confident on the road. Also, MAZ 6303 has excellent user characteristics.
Possible modifications
If necessary, you can use the service of manufacturing vans based on the chassis of this model. The final carrying capacity of the MAZ will depend on the selected superstructure. There are the following modifications of vans.
- Commercial vans. They are made of steel and special automotive enamel. Also in the manufacture of galvanized, plywood and clad metals.
- Isothermal vans. They are made from the same materials as manufactured goods.
- Refrigerators. The role of thermal insulation is performed by polyurethane foam and polystyrene.
- Highly specialized machines.
- Boards with crane-manipulator installations.
The presented model belongs to the MAZ bortovik family with a 6x4 wheel arrangement. Belarusian cars in the domestic market are in good demand, including because of their excellent wear resistance and unpretentiousness in operation. Owners also note the ergonomics of the trucks, their endurance, the favorable combination of quality and price, and the high residual value of the equipment.
MAZs 6303a5 320 are flatbed vehicles that comply with the Euro-3 international eco-standard. The model is equipped with a YaMZ-6582.10 engine and a YaMZ-2381-02 gearbox; has platform dimensions 7690x2360x700 (in mm). The car is equipped with a large comfortable cabin with two berths, which makes MAZ 6303a5 320 the best option for cargo transportation of various distances.
The onboard car behaves well in various road conditions, while maintaining its maneuverability and controllability; can be used in a region with a harsh climate. The model is valued for the high margin of safety of all parts, as well as the availability of all original components at competitive prices.
Specifications MAZ 6303A5-320
| Wheel formula: | 6x4 |
| Platform volume: | 12.7 |
| Permissible total mass of the road train, kg: | 44000 |
| Permissible total vehicle weight, kg: | 24500 |
| Distribution of the technically permissible total mass: | |
| on the front axle, kg: | 6500 |
| on the rear axle, kg: | 18000 |
| Weight of equipped car, kg: | 11200 |
| Permissible load capacity, kg: | 13100 |
| Platform dimensions, mm: | 7690x2360x700 |
| Engine: | YaMZ-6582.10 (Euro-3) |
| Engine power, kW (hp): | 243 (330) |
| Transmission: | YaMZ-2381-02 |
| Number of gearbox gears: | 8 |
| Gear ratio of driving axles: | 5.33 |
| Tire size: | 11.00R20 |
| Fuel tank, l: | 350 |
| Cabin type: | large cabin, 2 beds |
| Platform type: | Onboard platform without awning |
| Basic equipment | |
| Additional equipment |
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Even before the collapse of the USSR, Belarusian MAZ trucks gained a reputation as reliable, unpretentious and powerful heavy vehicles. The MAZ-6303 model was no exception. The car, despite the outdated design, relatively low level of comfort and "poor" interior equipment, is still actively used in many areas of human activity - construction and cargo transportation. The "secret of success" of the machine lies in its low price, excellent maintainability, unpretentiousness and economy in maintenance, power and reliability.
History of creation
The backstory begins in 1965. Then the first developments began to appear for the creation of three-axle trucks with increased payload.
The first prototype of a new type of truck was embodied in the MAZ-516 model, as well as the MAZ-520 and MAZ-515 truck tractors. A little later, the MAZ-514 model rolled off the assembly line of the Minsk Automobile Plant. The machines were quite promising, however, not without a large number of flaws. For example, it was experimentally found that the increased carrying capacity of a car required modernization of the engine, chassis, rear suspension improvements, and so on.
Updated improved MAZ-516 began to be produced in 1969. Until 1981, various modifications of this truck were made. Models 515 and 520 never entered mass production, however, a number of developments, for example, the steering concept, smoothly "migrated" to the MZKT-6515.
Over the next 10 years, the designers of the Minsk Automobile Plant designed multifunctional, versatile and powerful trucks, as a result of which, by the beginning of the 90s of the 20th century, MAZ could boast of a whole series of successful new generation truck models. Thanks to this, the enterprise not only survived the collapse of the country, but was also able to independently establish and enter sales markets. The plant was competitive, and the release of a new model of the MAZ-6303 flatbed truck at that time was another confirmation of this.
Attention! The car was designed in accordance with European quality requirements, because of this, a heavy truck was sold not only in the countries of the former USSR, but also in European countries.
Cargo platform and wheel arrangement
The car received a 6x4 wheel formula, subsequently, on its basis, the MAZ-63168 (6x4) and MAZ-6317 (6x6) special vehicles were created.
As for the cargo platform of the car, its design allows the car to be used universally. For example, timber trucks (model MAZ-630326), as well as tractors for transporting full-fledged road trains, with a maximum carrying capacity of up to 67 tons, are being created at the base.
The MAZ-6303 is equipped with cargo platforms of curtain, awning and onboard types. The truck is equipped with different versions of van platforms based on a truck chassis. Truck cranes of increased carrying capacity (maximum figure 25 tons), multi-lifts, dump platforms for metal transportation, tank trucks, tow trucks, sorting sites, and other similar equipment are mounted.
Cabin
Machines are equipped with large and small cabins. The first is installed on main trucks, truck tractors, and vehicles for transporting goods over long distances. The cabin has two berths. A small type cab is installed on special vehicles, as well as trucks for transporting goods over short distances.
The MAZ-6303 model has a cabover layout, in order to gain access to the engine, the driver needs to tilt the cab forward. The process is facilitated by the presence of a hydraulic system.
The car has a fairly roomy and spacious interior, which provides an excellent overview of the road space, the interior is not susceptible to vibrations and noise penetration. Thermal insulation is also on top. The disadvantages of the truck interior include the poor quality of finishing materials, imperfect build quality.
In the standard configuration of the cabin, sprung seats for the driver and passenger, seat belts, a main and an autonomous heater are provided. It is easy enough to turn the steering wheel and press the pedals, which allows you to work on the truck for a long time without getting tired.
Attention! The design of the MAZ-6303 truck implies the presence of a heating tap under the cab, because of this, the process of turning on the heaters is rather inconvenient - the driver needs to get out of the truck, raise the cab, and unscrew the valve to let heat enter the passenger compartment.
Engine and gearbox
The truck is equipped with YaMZ-238 4-stroke 8-cylinder V-shaped power plants. Depending on the modification of the engine, the engine power is from 170 to 400 horsepower. Engines are quite economical. So, in mixed driving mode, the engine consumes 27.5 liters of diesel fuel for every 100 kilometers. When driving in the city, this figure increases to 40 liters, and on the highway, it decreases to 25 liters, respectively.
Engines can also boast of excellent truck acceleration dynamics. So, with the speed limiter activated, the MAZ-6303 can accelerate to 85 kilometers per hour, and without a speed limiter, up to 100 kilometers per hour. The motors are reliable, unpretentious, maintainable and comply with the EURO-3 environmental safety class.
As for the truck transmission, various versions of YaMZ-238 gearboxes are installed. Gearbox modifications, depends on the modification of the motor used. The car is equipped with 8-speed manual gearboxes and synchromesh forward gears. Also, the model is equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission modifications. Such devices are additionally equipped with a dual-range planetary demultiplier to increase torque.
Attention! A dual-range planetary demultiplier is used in the design of heavy vehicles operating in difficult road conditions - the device expands the standard capabilities of the installed gearbox, and allows you to increase the number of gears without interfering with the transmission design.
Chassis (suspension, brakes, steering)
MAZ-6303, regardless of modification, is equipped with:
- Dry double-disc friction clutch equipped with a pneumatic drive booster to disengage the clutch;
- The front suspension consists of two longitudinal springs and telescopic shock absorbers. The mechanism also provides for the presence of a stabilizer bar. The rear suspension installed on the model is spring-balanced;
- The car is equipped with a two-stage steering mechanism equipped with a gear pair, an integrated distributor and a screw transmission;
- The car is equipped with pneumatic brakes, with a separate drive for each wheel. The trailer or semi-trailer of the MAZ-6303 truck has a two-wire drive, the manufacturer provides for the installation of an ABS electronic system, the parking brake is equipped with a pneumatic drive, and the rear wheel drive works in conjunction with spring-loaded electric accumulators. The auxiliary brake design consists of a compression type mechanism equipped with movable flaps in the truck's exhaust system.
Prices
Excellent technical characteristics, reliability, maintainability and efficiency make the car quite popular not only in Russia, but also abroad. With all its positive features, the model boasts a low cost, the basic equipment of a new truck will cost customers from 1.9 million rubles.
Used cars will cost a little cheaper - depending on the year of manufacture, technical and external condition, modification, as well as equipment, you can purchase for an amount from 250 thousand to 1 million rubles.
Pros and cons of MAZ-6303
Advantages:
- Low price;
- Operational reliability;
- Powerful power unit;
- High fuel efficiency;
- Compliance with European environmental safety requirements;
- Universality of the cargo chassis;
- Relatively comfortable interior;
- Availability of a cabin with two berths;
- Maintainability.
The disadvantages of a truck include:
- Outdated appearance;
- Non-ergonomic location of the heater valve;
- Poor quality of painting;
- Uncomfortable interior, the use of cheap materials in the decoration and poor build quality of interior panels.
The truck has been produced since the early 90s, but still retained its relevance, largely due to its advantages and low price. Even cars with mileage are strong enough and can last more than one year. The disadvantages of the car, first of all, lie in the low quality of painting, poor assembly of interior panels and the use of cheap materials in the interior design of the cabin. MAZ-6303 can hardly be called a premium truck, however, it is an inexpensive, versatile, unpretentious, economical and reliable workhorse, able to easily perform the tasks assigned to it.
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A successful model, which is produced under the name MAZ 6303 from the Minsk Automobile Plant, immediately found its admirers. Externally, the truck looks quite conservative, but this does not prevent it from having excellent technical characteristics.
Price
To buy a MAZ 6303, you will have to pay 600,000 - 1,000,000 rubles for the 2005-2007 model. For newer copies (2012-2014 onwards) you will have to spend 1.2 - 2 million rubles.
It turns out that you can buy 6 for 4 on average up to 1.6 rubles (excluding VAT). Modifications with wheelbases 8x6 and 6x6 are more expensive.
Peculiarities
The creation of the truck was started in the nineties. In those days, this modification became the main product of the Minsk Automobile Plant. Despite the difficulties, after the collapse of the Soviet Union, the truck was in great demand.
Manipulators based on the MAZ 6303 truck chassis can boast of the greatest popularity. These machines can be found in industries such as:
- Construction;
- Industry;
- Oil production;
- Timber transportation.
The maximum speed of a truck on the highway can reach up to 85 kilometers per hour.
In general, the machine combines power and efficiency in work. Despite its large size, it is easy to operate and dynamic. The corporate identity of the unit is a powerful frame, which is made of durable alloys. The equipment withstands harsh weather conditions and mechanical stress.
Motorists nicknamed this truck "". And all because a powerful truck is capable of performing the most difficult complex tasks. It is designed for medium and long distances.
Modifications
Over the years, the Minsk Automobile Plant has produced many models. For example, the A5 lineup came with indices 335, 329, 326, 321 and 320.
Also produced in separate exclusive series, such car options as A8 with indexes 325, or 320 and 324.
The main model was the basis for the creation of another successful modification of a heavy truck. Namely MAZ 630168 (6x4 wheel format) and all-wheel drive version MAZ 6317.
The heavy machine performed the work of transporting goods as part of road trains or autonomously. Moreover, MAZ 6303 corresponded to the parameters of TIR (). Its engine could be used in European countries.
MAZ log truck and other models
On the basis of model 6303, the CMU sorting truck is successfully used. Its carrying capacity is more than 13 tons. The set also comes with two beds.
The machine can carry up to 14 tons of cargo over long distances, it is simple in design, reliable and unpretentious. Based on it, you can install the following settings, except for the log truck:
- tow truck;
- autolift;
- water carrier;
- timber carrier;
- car lift.
The middle bridge of the machine passes between the nodes, it is complex.
MAZ 630326 is a powerful tractor that has a length of up to 6.2 meters. It can carry a variety of goods as part of a road train. The mass is almost 50 tons.
MAZ 630168 has a 6x2 wheel arrangement and transports goods in TIR format. Weight reaches 44.2 tons.
Model 6318 is an all-terrain vehicle, the weight of which can reach more than eleven tons. Wheel format 6x6. The wheels have special rubber, so the pressure in the tires can change. Moreover, the weight of a truck can exceed 50 tons if MAZ works in a road train.
The car is produced not only for civilian purposes, but also for the military. In addition, tanks, cranes, equipment for car evacuation and much more are mounted on the MAZ 630303 model.
Characteristics
Spring suspension, rear wheels - spring-balanced. The cabin has a large area. This allows drivers to comfortably accommodate and fully relax after a work shift. There is also one bedroom.
The truck is equipped, covered with an awning. The body can fit about 44 cubic meters of payload. By the way, loading takes place through the aft door.
The truck, despite its large dimensions, is quite a mobile machine. There are good rear, front and side views. In work and on the move, these qualities are very useful. Due to this, the minimum amount of noise is felt in the cab and vibration is not felt.
Specifications of the latest modifications
Dimensions:
- length - 10235 mm;
- height - 4000 mm;
- width - 2550 mm;
- wheel base - 3815 mm.
In addition, we can highlight certain technical characteristics of the MAZ 6303 model, which you should pay attention to before buying:
- On board you can take 12750 kg of cargo, and the permissible weight is 24740 kg;
- The rear axle can withstand a load of 18 tons;
- Front axle - 6.75 tons;
- If the tractor is part of a road train, then its mass reaches 44 tons;
- The fuel tank holds 355 liters;
- If we consider fuel consumption per 100 km, then it is characterized by an indicator of 27.6 liters;
- Fuel consumption on asphalt - 24.6 liters per 100 kilometers;
- In urban conditions, the truck spends 40 liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers.
On all models under the number 6303, the cabins are sheathed with good insulation, which protects against background noise and negative temperatures. Seats are provided. The machine is available in two versions:
- Large cabin with two berths;
- No sleeping accommodations.
Engine
The truck has a four-stroke eight-cylinder V-shaped engine. The model with the YaMZ-6563.10 index (manufactured by the engine factory in Yaroslavl) has the following characteristics:
- volume 11.16 liters;
- power 184 (250) kW;
- torque - 1226 Nm;
- cylinder diameter - 132 mm.
The machine has a manual transmission, engine model: YaMZ-236A. And for the trailer there is an electric pneumatic outlet.
I would like to note that there is a heater in the power plant, which allows you to start the engine in the cold season. There is also a sprung seat.
The YaMZ-6584.10 power plant of the Yaroslavl plant has fuel equipment systems, there is a fuel pump that operates under high pressure. The engine has eight cylinders, sixteen valves. Power up to 250 hp Corresponds to the ecological class "Euro - 3". The cylinders have a volume of 11.6 liters.
The torque impulse from the power plant is transferred to the wheels using a dry disc clutch, the drives have a pneumatic booster.
Suspension, axles
Technical characteristics allow the car to move without much difficulty on dirt roads and even off-road.
All models are present, in which there are semi-elliptical springs. Moreover, the suspensions also contain two dual-purpose hydraulic shock absorbers. For transverse additional fasteners, a special stabilizing device is used.
The rear axles of a heavy truck have leaf spring suspension. The middle block of the spring is attached to the balancer, which interacts with the axle. And the whole block is attached to the main frame.
This balancer functions on an axle that is included in the holder. Another balancer is fixed on the frame with the help of brake mechanisms. In the exhaust system, there are special dampers for the compression auxiliary brake.
As for the braking system, it is present on all wheels. It should also be noted that the truck is equipped with an ABS system and a separate drive.
