KAMAZ has released the first localized K5 generation truck

KAMAZ released the first updated KAMAZ-54901 mainline tractor. The release of this version of K5 will not depend on the supply of components from unfriendly countries. The certification of the updated model will be followed by its serial assembly, the press service of the automaker reports. The new version of the tractor has improved technical characteristics. The car is equipped with modified cooling systems, neutralization, electrical equipment, on-board information system, cab suspension and all heavy trucks. On the new K5 car, the automatic transmission, drive axle, pneumatic system, and other components have been replaced. In addition, the updated model has improved ride smoothness and reduced fuel consumption.

An additional soundproofing layer is also provided on the cab doors - it will provide more comfortable conditions for the driver. According to the production plan, in February, 272 trucks of the new generation K5 will roll off the assembly line of the enterprise, of which more than 70 units will be manufactured using components localized in Russia and friendly countries. As previously reported, KAMAZ plans to produce 10.6 thousand K4 and K5 generation trucks in 2023. Basically, we are talking about the latest K5 line, but cars of the K4 generation will also be available. These will be vehicles assembled from the remnants of components.

For comparison, in 2021, the production of vehicles of the new model range was at the level of 10,957 units, and last year, due to a shortage of components associated with the departure of foreign partners, it decreased to 4,193 vehicles.