UAZ 3151 -01 2.45 (81 Hp)


Overall Rating

7 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
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Engine N/A / 5
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Value N/A / 5
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Performance N/A / 5
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Comfort 3.5 / 5
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UAZ 3151:

The UAZ-469, later sold as the UAZ-3151 and UAZ Hunter, is an off-road military light utility vehicle manufactured by UAZ since 1971. It was used by Soviet and other Warsaw Pact armed forces, as well as paramilitary units in Eastern Bloc countries. In the Soviet Union, it also saw widespread service in state organizations that needed a robust and durable off-road vehicle. Standard military versions included seating for seven personnel.
In 1956, the Soviet Army ordered UAZ to design a successor for an outdated GAZ-69. At first the vehicle supposed to be amphibious and have a rear engine layout but later the order was simplified, and the car received a chassis of UAZ-450. The first prototypes were called UAZ-460 and had 400 mm of clearance, the model was proven to be prone to rollovers. Later the V4-powered unibody UAZ-471 was made, but its serial production required the plant reconstruction, so it was cancelled....(Read more on Wikipedia)

-01 Overview:

UAZ 3151 (-01). With 167 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1660 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 110 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.

2.45 (81 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 7 stars

Performance Verdict

The 81 Hp 2.45L engine provides sufficient power for off-road tasks and basic transport, though on-road performance is modest with a low top speed. Its torque delivery is suitable for challenging terrains.

Fuel Economy

Fuel economy is poor by modern standards, especially in urban driving (10.6 l/100 km), reflecting its carbureted design and heavy-duty nature. It's not designed for efficiency.

Best Use Case: Off-road, rural transport, utility work, military applications.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Exceptional off-road capability
  • • Simple and robust mechanicals
  • • Easy to repair and maintain
  • • High ground clearance
  • • Utilitarian and durable design

Cons:

  • • Very poor fuel economy
  • • Limited on-road performance and speed
  • • Lack of modern safety features
  • • Basic comfort and refinement
  • • Loud and unrefined engine

Specifications:

General:
Brand:UAZ
Model:3151
Generation:-01
Modification (Engine):2.45 (81 Hp)
Start of production:1985
End of production:1989
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Off-road vehicle
Seats:7
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:81 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power per litre:33.1 Hp/l
Torque:167 Nm @ 2200 rpm.
Engine displacement:2450
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Carburettor
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:5.8 l
Coolant:13 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:92 mm mm
Piston Stroke:92 mm mm
Compression ratio:6.7:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:10.6 l/100 km
Maximum speed:110 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:20.5 kg/Hp, 48.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:9.9 kg/Nm, 100.6 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1660
Max. weight:2460
Max load:800
Fuel tank capacity:78 l
Size:
Length:4025 mm mm
Width:1785 mm mm
Height:2050 mm mm
Wheelbase:2380 mm mm
Front track:1453 mm
Rear (Back) track:1453 mm
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears4
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDrum
Rear brakesDrum
Steering typeWorm-reduction unit
Tires size215 SR15
Wheel rims size6J x 15
Front suspensionRigid axle suspension
Rear suspensionRigid axle suspension

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