: The machine received a more rigid framework and larger diameter wheels to increase ground clearance and draft pull.
The upgraded K-700 series drastically changed its core structure compared to the 1962 original. Specification YaMZ-238ND2 V8 Turbo Diesel Engine Displacement 14.9 Liters Power Output 235 Horsepower Transmission 16 Forward / 4 Reverse gears (Hydraulic power shift) Steering Hydraulic articulated frame Operating Weight ~12.8 Metric Tonnes Fuel Capacity Dual side-mounted fuel tanks 🛠️ Key Design Enhancements Over V1.0 KIROVETS K-700 V2.0
: High noise floor, heavy vibration, and a notoriously rough ride. : The machine received a more rigid framework
The transition to the K-700A brought several immediate mechanical and physical improvements: The transition to the K-700A brought several immediate
: Serial production of these updated units continued all the way until 2002, with over 400,000 total units built across the lineup. ⚙️ Technical Specifications (K-700A)