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STZ-3


SKhTZ-NATI


Overview

STZ-3

Soviet produced STZ-3 tractor seen in the field during World War 2.
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Origin
Soviet Union
Type
Prime mover
Entered service
Late 1930's
Status
Out of service
Development
1933 - 1936
Developer
Soviet Union - NATI
Production
1937 - 1952
Producer
Soviet Union - KhTZ - Kharkov tractor plant
Soviet Union - STZ - Stalingrad tractor plant
Soviet Union - ATS - Altai tractor plant
Number produced
191.000, mostly for civilian use
About 4.000 entered military service
Designations
STZ-3 (SKhTZ-NATI in Soviet military service)
Notable users
Soviet Union

Details

Facts STZ-3
General
Origin
Soviet Union
Type
Prime mover
Crew
1
Dimensions
Weight
5.1 t
Length
3.75 m
Width
2.25 m (1.86 m also reported)
Height
2.21 m
Chassis
Chassis type
Tracked chassis
Layout
Idler front, drive sprocket rear
Automotive
Engine model
1MA
Engine type
7.5 liter 4-cylinder in-line petrol
Power output
52 hp at 1.250 rpm
Transmission
4 forward, 1 reverse
Mobility
Speed
20 km/h maximum
4 to 8 km/h operating speed
Range
60 km
Power to weight ratio
10 hp/t without load
5 hp/t with 4.5 t load
Obstacle crossing
Ground clearance
0.3 m
Fording
0.8 m
Protection
Armor type
None, softskin vehicle
NBC system
No
Smoke system
No
Cargo capacity
Towed load
4.5 t

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