Average two-axle all-wheel drive armored personnel carrier BTR-40

Mileage 700 km (native). After restoration. Not weapons.

Historical certificate:

Type: Armored transporter (wheel armored vehicle)

Production: USSR

Years of release: 1950–1960

Crew: 2 people

Landing: 8 people

The main characteristics

• Weight: about 5.3 tons
• Length: 5000 mm
• Width: 1900 mm
• Height: 1830 mm (on the roof of the case)
• Clearance: 275 mm

Engine

• Type: GAZ-40 carburetor engine
• Power: 78 hp

Armament

• One machine gun SGMB 7.62 mm caliber (installed on some modifications)

Protection

• Antiplot Booking: Lob Armor up to 13 mm, on -board - 6–8 mm

Cross -country ability

• Maximum speed on the highway: up to 80 km/h
• Travel supply: about 285 km

Modifications

• BTR-40A-anti-aircraft installation with two paired 14.5 mm machine guns of the CPV
• BTR-40B-an improved version with enhanced armor and additional weapons

BTR-40 was used both for transportation of infantry and as a reconnaissance machine. Due to its simplicity and reliability, it was widely exported and used in many countries of the world.

• State: Used
• Documents: Sold with documents

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