The Skoda-706RT truck can be safely called one of the most successful solutions of Czech automotors, and in the USSR "Provimazovskaya" the era was a legendary car, their main part worked in Shattransatto on international freight transportation.
The history of this car began in 1957, when the car was represented by the general public, which caused a deserved interest. The first thing that rushed into the eyes is a layout. The hood over the engine was rare in the 50s, during the time when the "Hoping" ball was still ruled in Europe. Only here the cab was not twisted, and the access to the engine was directly from the cab.
Diesel (with direct injection) six-cylinder engine with a capacity of 11.76 liters and with a capacity of 160 hp allowed to produce this truck in a variety of different modifications, the most mass of which was Skoda-706RTTN truck tractor.
The car quickly conquers popularity both in the countries of the socialist, and in Europe. It is appreciated for its endurance, unpretentiousness in maintenance, high speed, simple and high-end construction, simple in repair.
The mass supplies of SKODA-706RT in the USSR begin in the mid-60s. Basically, these were Skoda-706RTTN tractors who were working in a pair with a Czech, a uniaxial semi-trailer - a refrigerator.
It is such a car that appears in the frames of the famous Soviet film "Caucasian captive"
By the way, since it was about cinema, then you need to mention the "race with persecution", where Skoda-706RTTN actually plays one of the main roles, episodically occurs in the films "Mirage" and "Amphibian Man", "Adventures of Electronics".
Skoda-706RTTN gave the Soviet chaffin the unprecedented level of comfort, because the cabin was with a sleeping bag. The first Soviet truck with a sleeping bag was "Kolkhida", only to call the "circus horse" with a full-fledged tractor will not work with all wishes. By the way, the design of the Cattle Cabin, the designers were clearly inspired by Skoda.
In 1966, SKODA-706 receives a new engine with a capacity of 180 hp, and in 1969 even more powerful modifications of SKODA-706MT4 and SKODA-706MT5 appear, with a capacity of 210 hp. A five-speed gearbox with a divider and a small restyling. Skoda-706RT at the same time, continued to be made.
In 1973, a shortened cabin appears, without a bedroom. The cab was installed on the chassis for special equipment, dump trucks and other modifications, the operating conditions of which did not imply frequent long-distance travel.
Soviet "Dalnodobuchkov" has already been their own traggings, MAZ-500, but Skoda was still popular and loved, and in Bulgaria even began production Skoda-706rt under the Liaz Madara brand. He was produced from 1970 to 1981.
Skoda-706RT lasted in production until 1985, and SKODA-706MT in the modifications of the dump truck lasts in the production of already until 1987. About 250 thousand different modifications of SKODA-706 RT and MT truck modifications were issued. The margin of strength they had such that the car was quite common on the roads until the mid-90s. Now they are already except at the exhibitions of Oldtimerov not to meet, only a good memory remained about the car.
Skoda Liaz is a legendary truck produced in the former country of Czechoslovakia. The history of the enterprise is conducted from the middle of the last century, when the country's leadership decided to move production from the Avia plant to Lyubertsy. It is curious that in the 70s, the enterprise was the largest in the country for the production of trucks. The cars were distinguished by high reliability, unpretentious to the service, had other advantages that would talk about.
How it all began?
The emergence of the enterprise was preceded by the grand reconstruction of small plants in several settlements of Czechoslovakia. As a result of the merger of small factories, a large manufacturer was formed, called "Lyuberetsky Auto Plants". It is noteworthy that the emerging company was part of AZNP - the main Skoda plant. A year after the association, Liaz got autonomy, but at the same time the trucks conveyed from the conveyor were called the dual name Skoda Liaz. So it lasted until 1984.
Liaz family
In 1973, a cargo class car exhibition was held in Brno, where the family of the enterprise under consideration was represented only by two models - a saddle tractor and onboard tractor. Serial models began in 1974. The updates touched the cargo transport in 1984, when machines with a folding cabin and three-axis machines appeared.
Trucks Skoda new generation were beneficial from many foreign analogues and their predecessors, having an excellent design, style. But it did not like it immediately: at the beginning of the leadership, the engineering composition of the plant had to be pretty, creating an excellent truck. So, before you get the desired, it took to work on several prototypes. After some time, the enterprise took to produce from the conveyor Skoda Liaz with shortened cabins, three- and four-axis modifications.
Model 706.
From 1957, modifications were made at the plants of the united company:
- 706RTS dump trucks;
- saddle tractors 706RTTN;
- 706RT chassis.
The last option meant the creation of onboard trucks, buses and all sorts of cars with narrow specializations. All modifications were equipped with motors designed for 160 liters. Other characteristics include:
- Diesel engine
- Fuel injection
- Motor power - 160, 180 and 210 liters. from.
Model 100.
Appearing in 1974, a two-axis truck had a mass of 19 tons. The novelty meant exploitation in road trains weighing up to 38 tons. This quality significantly expanded the boundaries of professional tasks for carriers.
Model 110.
Changes in design and style became cardinal, since the new exterior of the truck was completely out of the exterior of the predecessors. Initially, the truck was equipped with one of the five M630 motors. Later an anti-lock block system and Maxi cabin appeared. Other features:
- Direction of the main mass of exports - USSR
- Motor Model - M630
- Engine power - 210-320 liters. from.
Loss of popularity and sunset companies
The main strategic partner of Czechoslovakia during the release of the Liaz car family was the USSR, however, this did not mean for an enterprise with instant popularity with the release of Liaz 100. Activity in terms of sales was observed at the beginning of the 1980s, when the main imported product was the truck. Association School and Liaz start rapidly decline. Insufficient popularity of machines, minor needs of importers, the undeveloped sales market - the reasons why the enterprise began to approach bankruptcy.
In 1989, Liaz becomes independent, and with the arrival of 1992 acquires the form of a joint stock company. After several years, Skoda acquires a package of remaining shares in Liaz. At that time, four generations of trucks come from the plant conveyors.
Since 1992, since 1992, has been needed to be a reorganized enterprise for the release of a new family member who received the name 400 XENA. The model was distinguished by the American diesel engine capacity of 530 liters. from. In addition, the innovative design and improved tractor design became pleasant news.
No matter how, the truck did not receive proper recognition - for the period in how many years from the conveyor, no more than a hundred cars went out. The loss of the sales market, together with the collapse of the Soviet Union, went to the manufacturer not benefit, as a result he did not receive income for further competing with Western and European counterparts. In the late 1990s, a severe part of the company's history was occurring.
Conclusion
The trucks of the family under consideration have a long history of development, however, due to the complex geopolitical situation in different years, various troubles have undergone, experienced difficulties. Prior to today, the machines of the brand Skoda Liaz can be met both on the roads of the Czech Republic and Slovakia and beyond the limits, which speaks of the reliability produced in the old Czechoslovakia products.
Skoda Liaz
Date of birth of the automotive industry Skoda Liaz (Skoda Liaz) It is considered to be 1951, since before that time both enterprises - Liaz and Skoda - existed separately. At different periods of time, the company included up to 12 enterprises of various profiles located in different cities, and in the 70s of the last century, Skoda Liaz was the largest manufacturer of trucks in Czechoslovakia.
The next video tells about the rich history of Liaz Skoda:
Liaz Skoda
Skoda 706.
At the end of 1951, the Czechoslovakian government decided to resume the release of aircraft at the Avia factory, and the production of buses and heavy trucks Skoda-706 is transferred to the plant in the village of Rynvice, which is part of Liaz enterprises group (Libertsk car plants). Although in 1953, Liaz became independent of Skoda, he still continued to use his name (Skoda Liaz) until 1984. Preserved photo of the first Trucks Skoda Liaz 706:
Skoda Liaz 706 - One of the first models of trucks produced on Liaz
Since 1957, Skoda 706RTS dump trucks, Skoda 706RTTN trucks, and Skoda 706RT chassis, were produced at Skoda 706RTTN, and Skoda 706RT chassis, on the basis of which side trucks, buses and various specialized cars were produced. All 706RT series cars have been equipped with a 160-strong diesel engine with direct fuel injection.
Skoda Liaz 706 RTTN truck tractor
Fire truck based on Skoda 706 chassis Liaz RT
In 1966, the production was launched a new Skoda 706MT truck series equipped with six-cylinder row 180-strong diesel engines M630 and developed for 3 years later than 210-strong modifications of the engine that was indicated by M634.
Skoda Liaz 100.
In 1974, a new car was added to the existing model range - Skoda Liaz 100, developed on the basis of the 706MT trucks.
The first on the conveyor was two-axis trucks with a complete weight of up to 19 tons and Skoda Skodes Skoda Liaz 100.42, intended for road trains weighing up to 38 tons. In the same year, a saddled tractor was added to them with an index of 100.45, and in a year - on-board truck 100.05 (this is this model depicted in the photo):
Skoda Liaz 100.05 side truck
Skoda Liaz 100.42 Truck Specifications
- Type: Saddle Tract
- Overall dimensions (length / width / height), mm: 6350/2500/2810
- Curb weight, kg: 6800
- Mark and engine type: MS 634, Diesel R6
- Engine volume, see cubic meters: 11940
- Power, hp: 201 at 2000 rpm.
- Maximum moment, Nm: 751 at 1400 rpm
- PPP Type: Mechanical, 5-speed
- Maximum speed, km / h: 98
- Fuel consumption, l / 100 km: 35-40
- Volume of fuel tanks: 2 to 175 l
Skoda Liaz 110.
In ten years, the car has changed, he received a new design, a folding cabin, rear pneumatic suspension and a new designation - Skoda Liaz 110. Initially, the truck was completed with one of the five modifications of the M630 engine with a capacity of 210 to 320 hp. In 1992, the Skodes Skodes Skoda 110.573 appeared, equipped with a maxi cab of MAXI and an anti-lock brake system.
Sadel tractor Skoda Liaz 110.57
Both models were actively exported to the Soviet Union. Compared to domestic trucks, Cars Skoda Liaz 100-110 were considered more comfortable and reliable. Many of them are still exploited on long-distance trails of the countries of the former Soviet Union.
Skoda Liaz Xena and Fox
Unfortunately, even the modernized options for Czechoslovak trucks could not be compared with the models of competitors from Western Europe, and the collapse of the USSR put the car factory on the edge of the ruin. In 1995, the Skoda concern bought the shares of Liaz plants, forming Skoda-Liaz (Skoda-Liaz a.s.). In addition to the models already produced, it was planned to develop and launch a new series of trucks.
The first car created by the new joint-stock company was the trunk truck tractor Skoda Liaz Xen 19.47TBV. The novelty was designed for road trails weighing up to 44 tons. A cabin made of fiberglass on aluminum frame, foreign production bridges, 16-speed PPCs of Eaton, ABS, disc brakes in front and pneumatic suspension with electronic control from behind. Photo and video review of the cargo Skkoda Liaz Xen 19.47 TBV gives an idea of \u200b\u200bthe scale of changes made to the design:
Trunk tractor Skoda Liaz Xena 19.47 TBV
In 2000, the company's model range replenished the Fox series trucks equipped with a capacity of up to 330 hp engines, but their release did not change the company's serious financial position.
Skoda Liaz Fox dump truck
The last truck was released on Liaz on September 1, 2003. They became a car technole for the race team Martin Masik, who participated in the Rally Dakkar.
Last truck released at Liaz factory
The beginning of the rank of history of the company Skoda Liaz is considered the very beginning of the 50s of the last century. It was then that Czechoslovakia's leadership decided to transfer the production of Skoda trucks from the Avia plant in the city of Tomany to the city of Liberec, which was located in the north of the then Czechoslovakia.
Birth of an enterprise
This was preceded by a number of activities for the reconstruction of small enterprises in the settlements of Rynvice, Mnikhovo Gradiste, Sviyany Lowkov and the Liberec actually. All of them entered the union "Liberec Automobile Plants", which, in turn, was part of AZNP - the main enterprise Skoda, located in the city of Mlada Boleslav. Already in the year Liaz (Liberec Automobiles) received independence, but the truck produced had a double brand - Skoda Liaz - until 1984.
Models 706 D and 706 R: Features and specifications
The base for the first truck, which began to produce an enterprise, became SKODA 706 D. Having a load capacity of 7 tons and power of 110 liters. s., Trucks during the war were produced for the needs of the Wehrmacht. Before the resumption of production in 1946, modernization was carried out. The car was equipped with a new cabin and increased power by 25 liters. from. The updated version received the 706 R index and was presented in 1949 in Moscow at the Czechoslovak automotive exhibition. At its base, they were subsequently produced vans, buses, dump trucks and special purpose machines. Using a common base greatly simplified the order of spare parts regardless of the target use of the car.
The development and production of Liaz trucks were adjusted before the war.
A diesel 6-cylinder engine was installed on the truck, whose design features allowed to extract pistons and connecting rods from a block without dismantling the entire motor. In each cylinder there were incandescent candles. The fuel pump was equipped with a centrifugal distributor feeding fuel to nozzles. The cooling water system was equipped with a thermostat.
The maximum stated vehicle speed was about 53 km / h, in fact it rarely exceeded 40 km / h with an average fuel consumption of approximately 30 liters per 100 km. The diesel engine worked in a pair with a 5-speed mechanical checkpoint.
The car was equipped with a motor brake, which was not in most diesel trucks of that time.
Cabind 706 R is spacious, the driver and three passengers and three passengers were free, and it was made of wood, covered with steel sheets.
New model - 706 RT and its modifications
In 1957, a new model came to shift 706 RT - Baby-blind RT. It was she who soon became a truly massive phenomenon on the roads of the Soviet Union. Based on this model with a 160 liter engine. from. And the direct injection of fuel produced RTS1 dump trucks (with one side unloading), RTS3 (with unloading to three sides), RTO bus chassis, Skoda Skoda tractor and other modifications.
In the 1960s, the mass supplies of the Skoda 706 RT family in the USSR began. The main type of semi-trailers, with which the Czech tractors worked in the Soviet Union were refrigerators, the procurement of which began in 1964. RT-based cars on the basis of RT have been popularly due to their reliability and endurance in work. The gearbox, the engine and the main nodes worked perfectly, and, if necessary, it was easy to find spare parts for repair.
The comfort of a driver's seat was incomplete with the fact that domestic manufacturers offered our chambers.
706 MT series
In 1966, the production of the Skoda 706 MT series with an 180 liter engine was established. p., and since 1969 - Series MT4 and MT5 with a 210-strong motor and 5-speed gearbox. The MT family, in addition, received an updated cabin, and in 1973 the release of double cabins for machines operating at short distances began.
The end of the production series was the development and release of a new model LIAZ 100, the production of which began in 1974 from the saddle tractors, and later onboard trucks. Nevertheless, Skoda 706 dump trucks were produced up to 1987.
Liaz family
Presented at the exhibition in Brno in 1973, the Liaz 100 family consisted of only two cars - the onboard truck and a saddle tractor with indexes 100.45 and 100.05, respectively. The beginning of the mass production of new models was in 1974, and the renewal of the family was presented in 1984. It included the Skoda Liaz 110 series with a folding cabin, as well as three-axis machines 122, represented by a 26-ton onboard truck 122.03 and a 62.48 tractor for 42-ton road trains.
The new generation of Czechoslovak Trucks Skoda Liaz 110 was distinguished unusually stylish and thoughtful design. This was preceded by the creation of several prototypes, which made it possible to ultimately create a truly optimal model with ideally worked fine things and unified spare parts. Lias-designed new MS638 and MS637 engines equipped with 6 cylinders with turbocharged, with a capacity of 270 and 304 liters. from. Fastening both engines was designed with such a calculation so that each of them can be installed on any modification. The tilt of cylinders by 45 degrees allowed to release more space for the middle seats and lower the floor in the cab. Also behind the seats in the cabin there was a luggage shelf and a sleeping place than the previous model could not boast.
Interestingly, at about the same time, Renault was provided by Avia plants a license for the release of low-tonnage trucks, and Liaz immediately took an attempt to establish the French Cabin on his tractors. However, this idea was unsuccessful, and the Czechs returned to their own design.
Soon the modifications of the Skoda with a shortened cabin, three- and four-axis models were developed, a four-wheel drive chassis with a passenger body (AFRICABUS model). The possibilities of cooperation were not overlooked. For example, a cabin was developed for TATRA trucks with a special lining of the radiator and a high fit.
