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LuAZ 967

1961 – 1991 — Ukraine

LuAZ›967

The LuAZ-967, also known as ЛуАЗ-967 in Ukrainian, was designed as the Transporter of the Front Line, a compact Soviet four-wheel drive amphibious vehicle intended for a variety of military uses. With a light weight that allowed for air transportability and a notable 400 kg (880 lb) payload capacity across diverse terrains, it served as a versatile transport solution for the Soviet armed forces. Originating in the aftermath of the Korean War, the LuAZ-967 was developed to address the need for smaller off-road vehicles akin to the American Jeep. This was seen as a complementary addition to the existing GAZ-69 models that were deemed too large and heavy for certain military operations. The primary envisioned roles