Country of origin |
Soviet Union |
Entered service |
? |
Crew |
2 men |
Personnel |
8 - 10 men |
Dimensions and weight |
Weight |
5.8 t |
Length |
5.15 m |
Width |
2.47
m |
Height |
1.7 m |
Armament |
Machine guns |
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Mobility |
Engine |
GAZ-5441.10 diesel |
Engine power |
173 hp |
Maximum road speed |
60 km/h |
Amphibious speed on water |
5 - 6 km/h |
Range |
500 km |
Maneuverability |
Gradient |
70% |
Side slope |
50% |
Vertical step |
~ 0.5 m |
Trench |
~ 1 m |
Fording |
Amphibious |
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The GT-MU-1D is
a light multi-purpose armored vehicle. It is a further development
of the GT-MU with new diesel engine instead of the petrol, and some other improvements. It was designed to carry
troops, weapons, ammunition and other military cargo over difficult
terrain. Vehicle has a payload capacity of 1 000 kg. It is also used
to tow artillery pieces, mortars and special trailers with a maximum
weight of 2 000 kg. However the trailer can be towed at a cost of
reduced vehicle payload. The GT-MU-1D can function as a front line load
carrier for anything from ammunition to fuel. This multi-purpose armored vehicle is also used
for medical evacuation from the battlefield. Production of the
original GT-MU commenced in the early 1970s. The GT-MU-1D appeared later. It
has been exported to the former East Germany, and possibly other
Soviet allies. Also this vehicle can be found in service with some
former Soviet republics.
The GT-MU-1D
has great cross-country mobility. This vehicle can go over swamps,
sand and snow. It can be also used in mountainous terrain. Maximum
altitude where it can operate is 4 650 m above the sea level.
Engine is located behind
the driving compartment. It separates driver and vehicle commander
from the troops.
The GT-MU-1D
has a welded steel armor hull. However its armor is very thin and
protection is rather limited. It provides protection only against
light infantry small arms. Also the vehicle is vulnerable to
anti-tank mines as the hull floor is not armored.
This light
armored vehicle has a crew of two, including commander and driver.
It can carry 8 to 10 troops in the rear troop/cargo area. Passengers enter and leave the vehicle
via rear doors. Also there are roof hatches for observation, firing
and emergency exit.
The GT-MU is
unarmed. However there are some firing ports provided for the
occupants to fire their individual weapons.
The GT-MU-1D
is powered by a GAZ-5441.10 turbocharged diesel engine, developing
173 hp. The original GT-MU was powered by a ZMZ-71 petrol engine, developing 115 hp.
This vehicle has a 4-speed manual gearbox. This vehicle can operate
at temperature range from -50°C to +40°C.
This light armored
vehicle has a watertight body and is fully amphibious. On water it is propelled by its tracks.
Amphibious speed on water is 5-6 km/h.
The GT-MU-1D
has a 400 kg capacity winch with 100 m of cable. It is used to winch
the wounded soldier on a canvas mat. Alternatively it can be used
for self-recovery.
This armored
vehicle is airportable. Also it can be airdropped using special
parachute platforms.
The GT-MU-1D
is a versatile vehicle, that could be adapted to suit many armored
support vehicle roles. Some
variants of this light armored vehicle were developed.
Variants
Armored
ambulance.
RKhM-2S NBC
reconnaissance vehicle. It is a version of the RKhM-2 on the
GT-MU-1D chassis.
SPR-1
jamming vehicle.
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