ZIM 350: description and description

One of the small-series in the production of light transport is the quadrocycle industry. The smallest part, unfortunately, is almost unknown to anyone. But in vain. Why did this situation develop? Probably, all the fault is a rather narrow sphere of use. At the word "quadrocycle" there are associations with dirt and impassability. But this stereotype is not at all justified. "Wrong" four-wheel motorcycles are capable of anything. And on the road to pass, and on the asphalt road. The functions of the ATV do not differ from those of the bike. The ZV-350 is the brightest example in its segment. So what are his advantages and advantages?

History of formation

ZIM-350 began its journey back in the distant nineties. To be more precise, for the first time the ATV came off the conveyor belt back in 1991. The homeland of "Winter", as they are called in the people, became the Kharkov Tank Plant named after Malyshev. ZIM-350 is a very rare model. The thing is that it was released in limited quantities. Sometimes the party consisted of only two hundred pieces of equipment. And this, for obvious reasons, could not satisfy the needs of customers in any way. A few have survived to this day. Thus, this ATV became a real rarity.

Sphere of application of ZIM

As it was said before, ZIM-350 can move almost on any surface. For him, snow, mud, a small hill, sand, impassability - not a hindrance. This means that the ATV is capable of much. First, the service for its intended purpose. That is, like a motorcycle, it is designed to transport people. "Four-wheel" has good dynamic qualities, and it's still important for transport. Secondly, the service in the agricultural sphere. Yes, ZIM-350 can replace a small-sized tractor if necessary. Just for this in the design of the ATV there is a rigidly fixed frame with connectors for fastenings and quite significant ballast. What is not a "farmer"? ZIM-350 is able to contribute to any field of activity. He can become both a good transport and an assistant in any business.

Features of ZIM-350

Almost all the relatively old models of technology tried to make universal. What does it mean? Any branch of Soviet technology was equal to the same standards. Consequently, there was a very meager monotony and a small choice. ZIM-350 did not escape the common fate. Its characteristics are similar to any motorcycle of those times. As a result, you can see a four-wheeled copy of IZH "Jupiter-5".

Appearance

Well, in general, if it comes to Soviet technology, then about this quality, as the appearance, you can forget. And, true, ZIM-350 absolutely does not meet the high standards of beauty and fashion. Its forms are involuntarily reminiscent of scraps of metal scrap, welded together somehow. The front view can open such a picture: a lonely sitting round headlight is pushed forward on thin hinges; The steering wheel is vertically seated in the steering hole, as on a tractor; Underneath is the trunk-basket (the feeling that he was removed from the bicycle); The wings of the ATV are incredibly huge, stretching to the ground itself. Unpleasant picture. A look from behind will bare the old wounds: "T" shaped seat firmly on the frame; On the sides of the engine; All the same problem with huge wings, and all the same problem with trunk-baskets. In general, ZIM-350 is not designed to show off on it. A real hard worker knows his business and is not afraid to get dirty.

ZIM-350: specifications

We can not say about the technical qualities of this ATV. Although there is nothing to say. As previously stated, ZIM-350 is a Soviet one-type model, and its progenitor was IZH "Jupiter-5". This means that all indicators are identical. The main part of any transport is the engine. The power of the two-stroke engine is enough for ZIM-350. Its characteristics are not a breakthrough in technical thought. Two-cycle system, two cylinders, the total volume of which does not exceed three hundred forty cubic centimeters. Twenty-five horsepower - just as much can squeeze ZIM. The ignition, unfortunately, for the ATV is made from the starter, although some modifications are equipped with an electronic start system.

Domestic ATVs are almost unknown to anyone. But ZIM-350 is a worthy representative of this family.