TESTS OF URAL 375 K TRUCK UNDER CONDITIONS OF THE FAR NORTH,

Abstract

The Ural-375 K is a modification of the basic Ural-375 V motor vehicle, modified for operation in polar climatic conditions. Modifications included motor pre-heaters, polyurethane foam curtain in front of radiator, independent window heaters, heated battery storage compartment, freeze proof tires and other rubber articles, freeze proof electrical insulation, and special oils and lubricants designed to operate at down to -60C. It was found in tests that the vehicle could be started after 30 minutes of preheating, and that operating temperatures stabilized at normal levels within 35 to 40 minutes of operation. The vehicle performed generally satisfactory. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 17, 1969
Accession Number
AD0688064

Entities

People

  • V. Malakhov

Organizations

  • United States Army Foreign Science and Technology Center

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Electrical Insulation
  • Insulation
  • Lubricants
  • Motor Vehicles
  • Polyurethanes
  • Transport Ships
  • Vehicles

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Polar and Arctic Studies

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics
  • Microelectronics - Microelectromechanical Systems