Belarus MZKT 8x8 military truck for the first time in live demonstration at Eurosatory 2016 11206163.

The MZKT-6002 is a versatile vehicle, custom-developed for tough tactical and logistics challenges in military service. With its unique off-road capability and torsional rigidity, the MZKT-6002 sets the benchmark in off-road mobility. Leader in its class, the 3 -, 4 - or 5-axles vehicle is ideal for transporting high-value, complex and sensitive systems such as tactical systems and weapons.

The MZKT-6002 is the new Belarusian military truck in the 8x8 family. It was developed to meet a possible requirement of Belarusian armed forces, but also to be marketed for international customers.

The MZKT-6002 has a low-profile cab. It is made of steel rather than composite materials. The cab accommodates driver and one or two passengers. The cab can be fitted with add-on armor kit as well as protection against mines and IEDs. There is a roof hatch for firing and emergency exit.

The MZKT-6002 is motorized with Caterpillar C15 turbocharged diesel engine, developing 540 hp coupled to an 6-speed automatic transmission. It has an 8x8 configuration with full-time all-wheel drive.

The MZKT-6002 is motorized with a Caterpillar C15 D 6-cylinder in-line four-cylinder, turbo-charged diesel engine that is coupled to a two-speed automatic transmission system. The engine, developed by Caterpillar, generates a maximum power of 403kW and a torque of 2466nm. The vehicle has a 312l fuel tank and can be optionally fitted with an additional 312 fuel tank.

Independent suspension on all wheels is provided by coil springs and heavy shock-absorbers. A front-drive steer axle and a double-reduction rear axle are fitted to afford the central reduction gears with planetary wheel hub reduction. The inter-axle and cross-axle differential locks increase the traction.

The MZKT-6002 truck can reach speeds up to 110 km/h and a cruising range of 1,000 km. It can negotiate grades of up to 70% and side slopes of 40%. It has a ground clearance of 420 mm and a kerb-to-kerb turning radius of 12.5 m.