MDK-2M

The MDK-2M was a Soviet Cold War era artillery tractor. It was based on the chassis of the AT-T,[1] which itself is based on the chassis and drive system from the T-54 tank.

MDK-2M
An MDK-2.
TypeArtillery tractor
Place of originUSSR
Specifications
Mass4 tons
Length7.043 meters
Width3.17 meters
Height3 meters
Crew3

EngineDiesel
415 HP
SuspensionTorsion bar
Operational
range
1100 km (on road)
Maximum speed 35 km/h

The MDK-2M was used for rapid digging of large coverages and for drawing tank trenches, with a digging depth up to 4.7 m width, and width 3.5 - 4m. The tiller is mounted on the rear of the vehicle, and is lifted hydraulically and stored in a raised position when not in use.

It was in service in the Soviet army, the Russian army, the East German army, and the Hungarian army.

References

  1. Tanks and armored fighting vehicles : visual encyclopedia. New York, N.Y.: Chartwell Books. 2012. p. 342. ISBN 9780785829263. OCLC 785874088.
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