MZKT Volat 74135

     Notes: Not meant for Russian use, the Volat semi-tractor was designed by Belarus specifically for the Middle East market, and some 40 have been bought by UAE.  It includes features for operations in hot, dusty environments, such as high-efficiency air and oil filters, air conditioning, and special sand tires.  The suspension is 8x8 and designed for off-road operations, even in deep sand.  The Volat is specifically designed to tow the MWTP-99941 semi-trailer, but other semi-trailer designs of Russian or East European origin or used in the Middle East may be used.  The engine is a German Deutz MMM turbodiesel design developing 788 horsepower, coupled to a US-designed Alison M6600 AR automatic transmission.  The engine and transmission are manufactured under license by MZKT. The brakes and steering are power assisted. The Volat has a central tire pressure regulation system.  The cab is behind the very large engine compartment; at the rear of the cab is a spare tire and a handling crane for the spare tire, and a German-designed winch with a capacity of 25 tons and 100 meters of cable.  Optional equipment for the Volat includes a stainless steel tank for drinking water (several sizes are available; 100 liters is included in the stats below), a spotlight, and differential locking.

     While the above is Jane’s figures, the Internet favors the MZKT Volat 74135 having a 797-horsepower turbodiesel engine, a German Mercedes-Benz OM444LA, coupled with an Alison M6610 AR automatic transmission.  The Internet also has the truck towing a heavier load, and the cab being larger. I don’t know which is more correct, so I included both below. I’m more inclined to take the Internet figures, since they are newer and they have more sources quoting them.

     Twilight 2000 Notes: This truck does not exist in the Twilight 2000 timeline.

     Merc 2000 Notes: This truck does not exist in the Merc 2000 timeline.