The first prototypes of the MAZ-537 were built in 1958 and series production was launched in 1960. The new vehicle incorporated an engine developing 525hp at 2100rpm-a very high figure for that time, even armoured vehicle and tanks had ofer fewer hp-and many significant changes in the fuel supply,cooling system and lubrication which made a complete redesign of the engine compartment covers and louvers necessary.Nearly all components of the frame and chassis were reinforced as well increasing the total weight to 21.6tons (total gross weight 87tons) allowing a load of up to 50 tons to be towed. The first series of the MAZ-537 remained in production in Minsk until 1964 before it was shifted to Kurgan Factory as was done with the MAZ-535 before.
- Length: 8.960m
- Width: 2.855m
- Height: 2.880m
- Power: 525hp
- Top speed: 55-60km/h
- Range: 650km
- Scale: 1/35
- Item Type: Static Armor
- Model Brief:
- Length: 667.5mm
- Width: 100.4mm
- Height: 83mm
- Total Parts: 537pcs
- Metal Parts: Brass wire
- Photo Etched Parts: 4 frets of etched parts
- Film Parts: Die-cut mask
- Total Sprues: 11 sprues, cab, engine compartment, 8 H sprue, deck, tires
- Paint Schemes: Soviet army in green camouflage
- Released Date: 2007-12
- More Features: The kit consists of 492 parts in light grey plastic, 25 clear parts
for windows, 9 tyres of truck, further 9 tyres for trailer, cab