MZKT-74135 is a tank transporter developed by MZKT of Belarus. It has a 594 kW (797 hp) engine and can tow up to 130 metric tons. The MZKT-74135 can transport either two tanks or one tank and two infantry fighting vehicles. It is equipped with independent suspension all around with all wheel drive and was developed specifically for hot desert climates. 40 units were ordered by UAE.[2][3]

MZKT-74135
MZKT-74135 transporting a T-72
Type8×8 heavy tractor
Place of originBelarus
Production history
DesignerMZKT
ManufacturerMZKT
Produced1997–present
VariantsMZKT-741351
Specifications
MassUnladen (tractor) 25,000 kg (55,000 lb)
Length10.83 m (426 in)
Width3.12 m (123 in)
Height3.95 m (13 ft 0 in)
Crew1 operators (driver) + 8 additional spaces

Engine22 L (1,300 cu in) Mercedes-Benz OM444LA turbodiesel engine[1]
798 hp (595 kW)
Payload capacityUp to 205 tons GCWR
TransmissionAllison Transmission M6610R 6-speed automatic
SuspensionIndependent suspension on all axles
Operational
range
600 km (370 mi)
Maximum speed 82 km/h (51 mph)

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References

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  1. ^ "MZKT-74135". Weaponsystems.net. Retrieved 2022-08-20.
  2. ^ ARG. "MZKT-74135 Tank Transporter - Military-Today.com". www.military-today.com. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
  3. ^ "Catalog". www.volatdefence.com. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
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