The successor to the GAZ-67B, as well as the American-made Willys and Ford GPW vehicles that remained in use across the USSR and Warsaw Pact nations following the war. An initial, small-scale production run took place at the original GAZ plant in Gorky (1952–1955), while the bulk of production was carried out in Ulyanovsk (at the UAZ plant, 1954–1972). These iconic vehicles—affectionately known as “Gaziks”—were also manufactured in Romania at the ARO factory (1957–1975). The GAZ-69 was produced in two main open-body versions featuring a canvas top—a two-door model and a four-door model (known as the “commander” variant)—as well as numerous specialized configurations. The vehicle was also adapted for use as a light self-propelled anti-tank platform, designated as the 2K15. It featured a modified, raised body with a rear-opening cover, housing a 2P26 four-rail launcher for 3M6 “Shmel” (Bumblebee) anti-tank guided missiles.
Technical specifications:
Length / width / height: 3.85 / 1.75 / 2.03 m
Curb weight: 1,525 kg
Payload capacity: approx. 600 kg
Propulsion: 2.12-liter, 4-cylinder, side-valve M20 gasoline engine, producing 55 hp
Fuel consumption: approx. 15 l / 100 km
Maximum speed: 100 km/h
