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MAZ-503 vs KrAZ-256: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

MAZ-503

MAZ · 1963–1970

MAZ-503

Power
132 kW179 PS
Top speed
-
Kerb mass
-

KrAZ-256

KrAZ · 1966–1994

KrAZ-256

D PI 109

Power
202 kW275 PS
Top speed
68 km/h
Kerb mass
11,000 kg

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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

Categories won: MAZ-503 2 KrAZ-256 0

  • City MAZ-503 Length: 5,785 mm vs 8,100 mm; Width: 1,970 mm vs 2,628 mm
  • Off-road MAZ-503 Drive and body: Rear-wheel drive · Truck vs Rear-wheel drive · Truck

In plain words

KrAZ-256 has more power: 202 kW (275 PS) against 132 kW (179 PS) for MAZ-503. KrAZ-256 is 2,315 mm longer than MAZ-503 (8,100 mm vs 5,785 mm). MAZ-503 is the older design (from 1963); KrAZ-256 arrived in 1966. On the catalog figures, the MAZ-503 is the pick for city and off-road. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the MAZ-503 yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Size and weight

Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.

MAZ-503 · KrAZ-256
0 mm1000200030004000500060007000800090001000050010001500200025000 in12243648607284961081201321441561681801922042162282402522642762883003123243363483603723843964084201224364860728496108Wheelbase 3,400 mmWheelbase 11 ft 2 inLength 5,785 mmLength 19 ft 0 in2,650 mm8 ft 8 inWheelbase 4,080 mmWheelbase 13 ft 5 inLength 8,100 mmLength 26 ft 7 in2,830 mm9 ft 3 in
MAZ-503KrAZ-256
Length 5,785 mm227.8 in 8,100 mm318.9 in +2,315 mm +91.1 in +40.0%
Width 1,970 mm77.6 in 2,628 mm103.5 in +658 mm +25.9 in +33.4%
Height 2,650 mm104.3 in 2,830 mm111.4 in +180 mm +7.1 in +6.8%
Wheelbase 3,400 mm133.9 in 4,080 mm160.6 in +680 mm +26.8 in +20.0%
Fits a standard garage? Too long and too wideToo long and too wide

Difference vs MAZ-503 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.

Size comparison to scale: Front and top views, inches →

Full specifications

MAZ-503KrAZ-256
General
Version 11.1 · diesel · 132 kW (179 PS) diesel · 202 kW (275 PS)
Production years 1963–1970 1966–1994
Body Truck Truck
Class Heavy truck Heavy truck
Country Soviet Union (USSR) Soviet Union (USSR)
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 132 kW (179 PS) 177 hp 202 kW (275 PS) 271 hp Better
Power, all versions 132 kW (179 PS) 177 hp 177–202 kW (241–275 PS) 237–271 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. No data 882 Nm 651 lb-ft
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. No data 68 km/h 42 mph
Power per tonne No data 18 kW/t 22 hp/ton calculated
Engine and transmission
Fuel Diesel Diesel
Engine 11,100 cc · 6 cyl 11.1 l No data
Gearbox 6-speed manual No data
Drive Rear-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length 5,785 mm 227.8 in 8,100 mm 318.9 in
Width 1,970 mm 77.6 in 2,628 mm 103.5 in
Height 2,650 mm 104.3 in 2,830 mm 111.4 in
Wheelbase 3,400 mm 133.9 in 4,080 mm 160.6 in
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. No data 11,000 kg 24,251 lb
Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. No data 165 l 43.6 gal US
Economy and running costs
Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. 22.0 l/100 km 10.7 mpg US No data
Fuel cost per year €5,450/year estimated No data

Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).

Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.65/l diesel.