The Kama plant, which is located in Naberezhnye Chelny, is a leading manufacturer of trucks in Russia. Relatively recently in the lineup appeared 5-tonniks. This is model 4308. But also at the factory a more load-lifting model of 7.8 tons is also produced. She was given the index 5308. What is this truck? The review of the car and its technical characteristics are shown later in our article.
Appointment
As the manufacturer himself notes, KamAZ-5308 is designed to perform the following tasks:
- Transportation of industrial goods at medium distances.
- Transportation of large batches of products.
- Transportation of construction and municipal facilities.
In view of this, KAMAZ-5308 can be produced in different versions:
- Isothermal van, as well as refrigerated van.
- Awning.
- Onboard platform.
- Chassis with the installation of special add-ons of various types.
By the way, the tilt versions are equipped with durable aluminum sides and gates at the rear, which greatly facilitates loading / unloading.
Design
The car has a modern cab design. Unlike the younger model 4308, this KamAZ received an upgraded crystal optics with integrated turn signals, as well as a new radiator grill. The bumper has also been modified and emphasizes the overall exterior design. But on the side there are almost two identical cars. The door and the cut-out for a berth at KamAZ-5308 is no different from the younger model. By the way, for a separate surcharge, the bumper can be painted in body color. The KamAZ cab is very wide. Because of this, as many as three janitors are used to clean the windshield. Also for the comfort of the driver provides a large sun visor. In order to better blow the doors, “gills” are painted on the sides, painted in body color. As practice shows, they create a slight twist, due to which dirt does not stick to the door surface. The car remains clean for long kilometers.
Dimensions
The total length of the car is 9.67 meters. Width taking into account mirrors - 2.55 meters. The height of KamAZ-5308 is 2.63 meters. The machine has a huge frame, which made it possible to install a bulk cargo platform.
The length of the booth reaches 7.2 meters. Even the cheapest version (chassis) is already equipped with 19.5-inch European-style drives. But it is worth noting that large sizes are not only a large capacity booth, but also low maneuverability. So, the length of the rear overhang at KamAZ is almost three meters. It will be very difficult to move around the city, reviews say.
Salon
Despite its full width, the KamAZ cab is quite small, reviews say. As in most KamAZ trucks, the ceiling here is very low (although it is higher than that of the younger model). By the way, at the top there are convenient niches and factory speakers.
KamAZ-5308 is one of the few trucks of this brand that is equipped with music from the factory. Typically, acoustics are installed only on main tractors, and even then not all. The design of the front panel differs from 4308 for the better. Instrument scales are now hidden behind a single glass. The younger model had archaic round dials. Also in the 5308 model there is a ledge - the panel is slightly turned towards the driver. Now, to press a key, the driver does not need to tear himself away from the back of the seat. It has lateral support. But the lower back numb over long distances, according to reviews. Also, there are no power windows - windows are opened only with “oars”.
The steering wheel is two-spoke, very large and thin. Also, drivers note a lack of thermal insulation. In winter, it’s very cold to sleep, even with autonomy. The wall has an incomprehensible cutout for windows, which clearly does not contribute to the retention of heat in the cabin. Poorly pushed in the cab and ventilation. On the roof there is a small hatch that opens manually.
KamAZ-5308: technical specifications
This truck can be equipped with one of three power units proposed by the manufacturer. All of them are from the Cummins company, from the 6ISbe series. The base is a 6-cylinder engine with a 245 horsepower turbocharging system. Its working volume is 6.7 liters. Also, the buyer is offered a more powerful power plant for 285 forces. And finally, the top is the 6ISbe turbocharged engine, which develops 300 horsepower. Peak torque - 1100 Nm. What is noteworthy, the entire line has the same working volume.
Transmission, dynamics, flow
Kama Automobile Plant has been cooperating with German engineers for a long time. So, on trucks of the last years of release, a ZF box at 16 speeds is installed. The same transmission was previously at MAN. Reviews say the gearbox is highly reliable and has smooth gear shifting. As for the dynamics, an empty KamAZ accelerates to hundreds in 40 seconds. But this is not at all his comfortable mode. The most optimal speed for it is 85 kilometers per hour. It is in this mode that KamAZ-5308 has a minimum fuel consumption.
A car consumes 20 liters of fuel per hundred. But it is worth considering the sailing. If this is a 100 cc hitch with a high awning, it can overeat fuel (by about 20 percent). We also note that all power units are equipped with
particulate filters and meet all modern environmental standards.
Chassis
Unlike the younger model, this truck has air suspension. Due to this, the carrying capacity of KamAZ-5308 can be up to 8 tons. At the same time, the car does not change its clearance. The only drawback that reviews say is the lack of such a suspension in front. On steered wheels is a classic spring suspension. In view of this, the car cannot boast of high smoothness. Even with a full load, the “nose” of the machine behaves very hard on bumps. But the “tail” absorbs bumps quite gently - the container will be intact.
Steering is another disease of all KamAZ trucks. Even on new models there is a steering clearance. On the go, you have to constantly catch the car. The reason for this is the old and archaic design of the steering gearbox, which came to us from the 5320th KamAZ.
Cost
In the secondary market, the price of KamAZ-5308 starts at 1 million 250 thousand rubles. It will be a car without a trailer, 2010 release. Couplings of the “steam locomotive” type cost 500 thousand more. More recent models, 15 years old (mileage - about 70 thousand kilometers) cost at least two million rubles with a “board” body.
Conclusion
So, we found out what the KamAZ-5308 reviews and specifications are. As you can see, this is a very affordable commercial vehicle in its category. Especially lucrative will be the purchase of a hitch. But it is worthwhile to understand that in terms of comfort, the KamAZ-5308 is an order of magnitude worse than foreign cars. No matter how the manufacturer claims to cooperate with the Germans, the road performance is still inferior to Europe. On the other hand, it is worth noting the availability of spare parts in Russia and their relatively low cost.