The MAZ-500 series, introduced in 1965, revolutionized Soviet heavy-duty transport by transitioning from conventional "bonneted" trucks to a design. In 1970, the series was modernized into the MAZ-500A family.
It utilized a sturdy frame with telescopic shock absorbers and leaf springs, optimized for the poor road quality found in remote Soviet territories. Download MAZ 500ASh 500 rar
The MAZ-500A family served as the backbone of the Sovtransavto fleet, the primary Soviet international carrier. Production continued until 1977, when it was succeeded by the MAZ-5335. The MAZ-500A family served as the backbone of
Unlike the original 500, the 500A (and its ASh variants) met European width standards (2.5m), allowing for international cargo operations. 2. Technical Specifications such as fuel tankers
Because it featured a hydraulic power steering pump and lacked mandatory electronic engine controls, the truck could be "push-started" and driven without a functional battery or alternator. 4. Legacy and Modern Significance
The tilting all-metal cab was innovative for its time, allowing direct access to the engine for maintenance. The "A" series is visually distinguished by a checkered radiator grille instead of the older vertical ribs.
The "Sh" suffix (from the Russian Шасси - Shassi ) denotes a bare chassis-cab configuration intended for specialized equipment, such as fuel tankers, fire trucks, or mobile cranes.