KrAZ-256 vs MAZ-503: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
KrAZ · 1966–1994
KrAZ-256
- Power
- 202 kW275 PS
- Top speed
- 68 km/h
- Kerb mass
- 11,000 kg
MAZ · 1963–1970
MAZ-503
- Power
- 132 kW179 PS
- Top speed
- -
- Kerb mass
- -
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
Categories won: KrAZ-256 0 MAZ-503 2
- 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.
| KrAZ-256 | MAZ-503 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 8,100 mm318.9 in | 5,785 mm227.8 in −2,315 mm −91.1 in −28.6% |
| Width | 2,628 mm103.5 in | 1,970 mm77.6 in −658 mm −25.9 in −25.0% |
| Height | 2,830 mm111.4 in | 2,650 mm104.3 in −180 mm −7.1 in −6.4% |
| Wheelbase | 4,080 mm160.6 in | 3,400 mm133.9 in −680 mm −26.8 in −16.7% |
| Fits a standard garage? | Too long and too wide | Too long and too wide |
Difference vs KrAZ-256 (±). 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.
Full specifications
| KrAZ-256 | MAZ-503 | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | diesel · 202 kW (275 PS) | 11.1 · diesel · 132 kW (179 PS) |
| Production years | 1966–1994 | 1963–1970 |
| 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. | 202 kW (275 PS) 271 hp Better | 132 kW (179 PS) 177 hp |
| Power, all versions | 177–202 kW (241–275 PS) 237–271 hp | 132 kW (179 PS) 177 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | 882 Nm 651 lb-ft | No data |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | 68 km/h 42 mph | No data |
| Power per tonne | 18 kW/t 22 hp/ton calculated | No data |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine | No data | 11,100 cc · 6 cyl 11.1 l |
| Gearbox | No data | 6-speed manual |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 8,100 mm 318.9 in | 5,785 mm 227.8 in |
| Width | 2,628 mm 103.5 in | 1,970 mm 77.6 in |
| Height | 2,830 mm 111.4 in | 2,650 mm 104.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 4,080 mm 160.6 in | 3,400 mm 133.9 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | 11,000 kg 24,251 lb | No data |
| Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. | 165 l 43.6 gal US | No data |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. | No data | 22.0 l/100 km 10.7 mpg US |
| Fuel cost per year | No data | €5,450/year estimated |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (5): Body, Class, Country, Fuel, Drive.
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.